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Michael Heinen Obituary

Heinen, Michael John age 54, lost his long battle to pancreatic cancer, beloved husband of Bonnie (nee Wiltgen), loving father of Christina and Joseph, caring brother of Bernard (Pamela) Heinen, Anne (Karl) Hoch and Mary Heinen, fond uncle of Bernie, George, Kurt and Charles. Memorial service Wednesday, July 23, 2008, 12 noon at the Vandenberg Funeral Home, 19604 S. Wolf Rd, Mokena, IL 60448. Interment is Private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Pancreatic Cancer Network 877-272-6226 or www.pancan.com. Memorial visitation Wednesday, July 23 2008 for 9 a.m. to 12 noon 708-479-1210 or www.vandenbergfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 22, 2008.

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March 24, 2009

Bonnie, Chrissy, and Joe,
I miss my big brother more every day. Today,rather than mourn his passing, I'll celebrate his life. March 24th will always be special, for God gave us one of our greatest gifts on that day. I remember all of you in my prayers daily. You are the reflection of a man's life, well lived. Love always, Mary

Matt Kaufman

September 15, 2008

Bonnie,

I am deeply saddend to learn about the passing of Mike. I worked with him at ALC from 11/01 until he left. I enjoyed his friendship and his mentoring. He without knowing it encouraged me to grab hold of the important things and keep moving forward. You and your family are in prayers and he will be remembered.

Teddi Hritz

August 12, 2008

Bonnie, Chrissy and Joe,

I just found out about Mike passing. I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Teddi

Mary Ann Hrejsa

July 27, 2008

Bonnie, Ann Marie, Mary Kaye & Barney - So sorry to learn of Mike's death. We will all miss him even though I haven't seen him in a long time. Sorry he had to fight a nasty cancer at such a young age. He is at peace now with God. Cherish the memories with him. Love, Mary Ann Hrejsa, Cousin

Brad Watkins

July 25, 2008

Bonnie and family,
I am really sorry to hear of the passing of Mike. Sometimes life is just not fair. I worked with Mike regularly at American Licorice Company even though he was in Alsip and I was in Bend, Oregon. I work at the Corporate Office as the Accounting Manager so we had many conversations (both work and personal). He was just a fun and knowledgeable guy. I always enjoyed my visits out there. I heard so many great stories and jokes. He will always be in my memories.

Susan & Craig Barker

July 24, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with your family.

Jeff Gordin

July 24, 2008

Dear Bonnie:
I was deeply saddened by Mike's passing. We had worked together for over 15 years, he in Alsip and I in Union City. Our friendship was more like brothers.
Over those years we talked a lot, laughed a lot and complained a lot. He once told me I was his clone, since we were the same age, married with a daughter and son and we were both accountants. We got along great.
Mike was always telling me his newest joke. We would talk family, kids, sports, or business. He was just a great person.
I know losing a loved one is tragic. But hold on to the belief that although Mike is no longer here physically, spiritually he will always remain in our hearts.

Shawna Bowin

July 23, 2008

I'm so sorry for your loss. I visited the Alsip plant once, and the humor of Mike and the camaraderie between him and his team was a highlight of my experience there.

David and Estela Lee

July 23, 2008

Dear Bonnie and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Our memories of Mike will be embedded in our minds forever. A good person with a great sense of humor. A very supportive boss that was well respected by many at American Licorice. He will be missed.

Kathy Brown

July 23, 2008

Dear Bonnie and Family,
MY thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
May your memories bring you comfort.

Cheryl Rudd

July 22, 2008

Dear Bonnie and Family:

I am so sorry for your loss. Mike will be missed dearly. I will fondly remember him as always making the work day a lot more fun for all of us @ ALCO. What a great sense of humor! He was truly one of a kind. A wonderful man and a good friend has been taken away much too soon.

I'll miss you Mike!

John "jack" Novak, Sr

July 22, 2008

He was a good. I am so sorry. I will miss him.

Jane Heinen Wanderer

July 22, 2008

Bonnie, family, Ann, Mary and Barney - I'm so so saddened to hear of Michael's passing and for your loss. A friend saw the obit and phoned me. He was the kindest cousin of the bunch with a wonderful sense of humor. Too early to leave this earth for sure. Love, Janie

Judy melvan

July 22, 2008

Bonnie, my mother sends her love. She wanted you to know she is thinking of you..Judy Melvan

Dan & Zsa Juby

July 22, 2008

Bonnie, we are so sorry for your loss. Mike will be greatly missed. We will keep you & the kids in our prayers.

Cindy Clarke

July 22, 2008

Bonnie, I am so very sorry for your loss. Just know that I am here for you any time you need me for anything you might need. I pray for you and your family in this time of grief. I hope that only the good memories stay with you in the days ahead.

cindy kramski

July 22, 2008

George and I still and will always will remember our good times..we had lots of laughs and giggles along with watching our children grow.Mike you will always be a part of us..love you cindy. All our love to you Bonnie,Chrissy and Joe...The Kramski's

jack hounsell

July 22, 2008

We are so very sorry for your loss. In the time that I worked with Mike I had great respect for what he did. I hope your family can rest knowing he is in a better place.

Laura Martin

July 22, 2008

Bonnie, Chrissy and Joe:
With the same determination and fight that Mike had--you all will not hurt any less day to day--you will just do it--because you must.

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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