Richard N. Heckman

Richard N. "Papa" Heckman Battle Creek Richard N. "Papa" Heckman, 73, of Battle Creek, died at Battle Creek Health System on Saturday, October 4, 2008. He was born November 26, 1934 in Battle Creek, the son of Harold R. and Marguerite (Camp) Heckman Sr. He attended Battle Creek Public Schools. Richard was a Master Electrical Contractor working for several businesses in the area including the Federal Center. He was a volunteer fireman in Bedford and Pennfield and while living in Arizona, Richard worked for the Bureau of Indian Affairs. On December 10, 1954 Richard Neal Heckman was united in marriage to Norma Jean Mosher, they have celebrated 53 year of marriage. In addition to his wife Norma Jean "MeMe", Richard is survived by his son James H. (Victoria) Heckman; daughter, Terry L. Oldenburg; special daughters, Valerie (Clifford Jr.) Whitney and Diana Pease-Boze, all of Battle Creek; 12 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren and a sister, Bonnie J. Walker of Battle Creek. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers. He was a member of North Avenue Church of God. At the request of the family, friends may call after 2:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Farley-Estes & Dowdle Funeral Home where they will be received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral service will be held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, October 8, 2008 at the funeral home with the Rev. James D. Sirks officiating. Interment at Oak Hill Cemetery. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to the family. Personal messages for the family may be placed at www .farleyestesdowdle.com