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Robert J. Heck

1932 - 2013

Robert J. Heck obituary, 1932-2013, N. Fort Myers, WI

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Robert Heck Obituary

Heck, Robert J. Of N. Fort Myers died suddenly October 9, 2013. Robert was born in Racine, Wisconsin to Clarence and Frances Heck. He was one of ten children. Robert was a veteran in the U.S. Army Signal Corp. from 1953-1955, stationed in Germany. Robert attended the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and worked as an analyst for the Apollo Program. He joined the New Berlin, WI Fire Dept in 1967 rising to the rank of Fire Chief in 1987. Bob retired in 1994 and relocated to N. Fort Myers. In 1995, Robert joined the Fort Myers Power Squadron where he taught boating safety education and was a member of the Fort Myers Beach Yacht Club. Robert is survived by his wife Lorraine, of 58 years, six children, eleven grand-children and ten great-grand-children. A memorial visitation will be held Wed. from 9-11AM at the Funeral Home. A Memorial Mass will follow at 11:30AM at Holy Apostles Church, 16000 W. National Ave. Interment Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery. The family would prefer memorial contributions in Roberts name to LGD Alliance, 19919 Villa Lante Place, Boca Raton, Fl. 33434. HERITAGE FUNERAL HOMES New Berlin Chapel 16880 W. National 262-901-1140 www.heritagefuneral.com

Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Oct. 20, 2013.
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We sure miss Bob who passed away six years ago. He was great help in researching our Heck family history.
Gog Bless you and your wonderful family.
Your Cousin, Bob Heck

Bob Heck

October 7, 2019

To My "Buddy",
Just saw this obit for your Dad. So very sorry to hear that your Dad has passed. All my love to you, your Mom, sisters and brother. I will miss your Dad; he was the best! I know he's waiting for you all in the Celestial Kingdom! With love from your "Buddy"...

P WS

October 18, 2014

Cathy and I met Bob and Lorraine when we joined the Fort Myers Power Squadron last year, and discovered what wonderful friends had entered our lives. I LOVED Bob, and so valued his friendship.I have never met a kinder, more helpful and sweet man than Bob. I am so sorry that I will no longer be able to enjoy his company, but I will always keep with me the memories of what a special human being he was. His extradordinary character, his enthusiasm and his knowledge have enhanced my life, and I will never forget him. I miss him so much.

Bob Moro

November 2, 2013

Dear Lorraine, and family,
I was very surprised to hear of Bob's passing, I had not idea he was not doing well. Much has happened over the last couple of years which has changed my life forever, and now has changed yours. These things in time make us stronger although today that will be hard to see. Give yourself time and don't give up that is your legacy to Bob and everything the two of you have shared over the years.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
With deepest sympathy.
Beyrl Jean Bartholomew

Beyrl Jean Bartholomew

October 22, 2013

Mrs. Heck I am truly sorry for your loss. your in my prayers
louise

October 21, 2013

Lorraine and girls, we are so sorry for your loss. We have known you for over a decade as friends in Palm Island. We can't help but remember Bob with his enthusiasm for fun, as he always greeted us with a big grin and his friendly chuckle. Over the years we enjoyed dinners together, a few Power Squadron meetings, and of course, Bob and the guys rallied at the NFM high school football games. We couldn't walk by your home without saying hello. He will not be forgotten, Bob was a real treasure to find as a friend and neighbor.

Steve and Joani Halstenson

October 18, 2013

My wife and I are sad to learn of the passing of Robert. Our sympathies and prayers are extended to all his family and friends. George and Limei

GEORGE GHIRLANDO

October 17, 2013

Dear Loraine-
Tom and I would like to express our sympathy for the loss of Bob. He was a great human being. Always thought of others. I'm sure you will miss him terribly. Our prayers are with you.
Tom and Karen Gracz

October 15, 2013

Cheryl, my friend, I feel the sadness of your loss and my heart reaches out to all of you. Your dad was such a good man and gave of himself freely to all who came under his radar. My prayers go out to you, your mom and all the family. He was a blessed man and we were blessed to know him.
All my love,
Ann Mattes

Ann Mattes

October 14, 2013

Dear Lorraine & family,
Bob was a wonderful guy, always smiling and always ready to listen and help. He will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
With my thoughts and prayers,
Susan Highfill

October 14, 2013

We first met Bob about four years ago, when we moved to North Fort Myers and became active in the Fort Myers Power Squadron. He was a great guy, one of the easiest to get to know and love that we've ever met anywhere. His loss is a blow to all of us, and we are going to miss him a lot. We also want to express our sympathy to his lovely wife, Lorraine. We really feel deeply for her. Donna Wade-Garthoff / Dave Garthoff

October 14, 2013

Sam Bonilla

October 13, 2013

We will miss Bob tremendously. We have known Bob since moving to Fort Myers in 2009 and he quickly became our close friend and mentor. We shared many cruises and fun times together, his warm smile and generosity, never to be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with Lorraine and the family.

Sam and Millie Bonilla

October 13, 2013

When we first moved to FL Bob noticed I was wearing a Power Squadron shirt from out of state and invited my wife Sue and I to the Fort Myers Power Squadron dinner. Bob was a good friend, a great guy and will be sorely missed.

Greg Pomper

October 13, 2013

Bob will be missed by all of us but he will always remain in our memories. Gloria and I send our deepest sympathy and prayers to Lorraine, Cheryl Ann, Mary Beth, Lois, Michael, Marjorie, and Paula, and to all those wonderful grandchildren and great grandchildren. We love you all.
Bob and Gloria Heck

Bob Heck

October 12, 2013

We will miss his great big smile and helpfulness at the Fort Myers Powers Squadron. We loved you, Bob! Diane and Cal Sawyer.

October 12, 2013

As a recent member of The Fort Myers Power Squadron I only had the privilege of knowing Bob for a short time. He recruited me as a member and I must say that from the beginning I was impressed with his positive, friendly and enthusiastic attitude. We will all miss him. My sincerest condolence go out to his family.

Jim Johnson

October 12, 2013

Robert. was a very diligent member of the Power Squadron in Fort Myers. He will be greatly missed.My thoughts and prayers will be with you Lorraine and your family

Ron Rohrs

October 12, 2013

Robert will be greatly missed...his nice smile and positive attitude.

Our thoughts are now with the family in their time of sadness.

P/R/C Charles D. Davenport & Peggy

October 12, 2013

We met when my wife Edna and I moved to Palm Island in 2001. For years we celebrated holidays together, met at the yacht club for a good shrimp fry, or just went cruising on his boat. For over 10 years, Bob would often join the Lunch Bunch on Wednesdays and we would go to different restaurants in the area. He and Lorraine were there for me when Edna died in 2010. My friend is gone and I will miss him.

Homer Felknor

October 12, 2013

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