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Lester Heckman Obituary

Heckman, Lester W.Lester W. Heckman, Jr. 73, of Allentown, passed away Friday, June 20, 2014 at Lehigh Valley Hospital. He was the husband of RoseMary (Williston) Heckman, to whom he was married 41 years. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Lester W. Sr. and Emma (Wirth) Heckman. He served as a 1st Lt. in the U.S. Navy from 1959 - 1962. Before retiring in 1995, he worked as a draftsman at Lucent Technology. He was a board member of Woodlawn Fire Co., a member of Cetronia Fire Co. and a member of the American Legion, Peter Post 576. He was an avid dart shooter who also enjoyed golfing, fishing and bowling. Survivors: wife, son Thomas L. and his wife Tammy of Pleasanton, CA, daughter Deborah A., wife of Keith Bauer of Allentown, Sherry B. Heckman and her fiancé Ernest Frantz, Jr., of Kunkletown, grandchildren Corey, Clint, Hannah, Eddie, Lindsay, Lucas, Damien. He was predeceased by brothers Robert, Richard and William, sister Janice Semprini. Services: 2:00 PM, Thursday, June 26, at Trexler Funeral Home, 1625 Highland St., Allentown. Calling will be held Wednesday, 6:00 to 8:00 PM and Thursday, 1:30 to 2:00 PM at the funeral home. Entombment to follow at Grandview Mausoleum. www.trexlerfuneralhome.com Contributions: can be made in his memory to the American Heart Association, 968 Postal Rd., Suite 110, Allentown 18109.

Published by Morning Call on Jun. 24, 2014.
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Miss you as much today as the day you passed! Love you Dad❤

Sherry Frantz

Daughter

June 18, 2020

I love you and miss you Dad!

Sherry Heckman

December 10, 2014

Dear Rose and kids.
I just found out about the passing of Les. I worked with Les for many years. I know you and the kids. Les and I were also workout partners for a few years. He loved his family and I enjoyed his company very much. I am very sorry to hear about your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
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Bruce George

July 19, 2014

Rosie and family, so sorry to hear of les's passing. It was a shock to hear. Take care of yourself. Donna Kingcaid (Tina's sister)

Donna Kingcaid

June 30, 2014

Dear Rose. Heaven has gained an angel! Les, my Navy brother was one of the kindest, most gentle and fun loving person we knew. We always enjoyed our times together with you and Les. May god rest his soul and give you and the family special comfort in this difficult time. Love, Karl & Natalie Mynyk

June 27, 2014

Rosie, Debbie and Keith and family:
Please accept our heartfelt condolences in this most difficult of times after Les' untimely passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at during this trying time.

Michael Moyer

June 26, 2014

Bear and Jacquelyn Albertson

June 26, 2014

Dear Rose and Family,
We are very sorry to hear of Les' passing and will always remember him fondly. May your family and friends help you through this very difficult time. Know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Our condolences,
The Helfrich Family

June 25, 2014

Rosie and family,

So sorry to hear of your loss. Les was always very friendly to us and he will be missed. May your memories carry you through this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Willie and Lori Hirschel

June 25, 2014

Rosie so sorry for the loss of your loved one

Scott & Sheila Williams

June 25, 2014

I will always remember Les fondly from when I worked with him at Lucent. My thoughts are with your family.

Dani Mondschein

June 25, 2014

Rosie we are sorry to hear of your loss of Les. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My God bless you.

Bear & Jacquelyn Albertson

June 25, 2014

Rosie

Shocked at the passing of Les. We knew him only for a short time but will remember him always. Our love and prayers are with you and your family.
God bless you all.

June and Ernie Fenstermaker

June 25, 2014

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

American Heart Association

June 25, 2014

Dear RoseMary and family,
My condolences and love to you at Les' passing.
Love,
Cousin Debbie (Hermort) Moatz and family

Deb Moatz

June 24, 2014

Rosie and family,
We send you our deepest sympathies. May you find love and strength at this difficult time. Les was a wonderful man and will be missed.

JoAnn & Andy Sauerzopf

June 24, 2014

Rosemary & family,
I was shocked to read of Lester's passing. I just saw him in the Lehigh Valley Fed. Credit Union last Monday. I remember meeting you @ Greg's West End Grille. I will miss seeing him. You and your family are in my Thoughts and prayers.

Diana Speck member service representative

June 24, 2014

RoseMary,we are sorry to hear of the loss of Les. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Dale worked with him for years at Lucent Tech and has fond memories.

Lu & Dale Donovan

June 24, 2014

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Rick and Darlene Safi

June 24, 2014

Les was one of those rare people everyone liked. I am proud, and always will be proud to call him my friend. My deepest sympathy to Rosie and Les' entire family.

Vincent Riedy

June 24, 2014

Dear Aunt Rosie, Tommy, Debbie & Sherry,

To say I'm going to miss Uncle Tiny is an understatement. I am deeply saddened by his loss. And I can relate to the pain you are feeling right now. Cherish the memories of him. He will always be in your heart and watching over all of you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love you all!

Tammy (Heckman) Yopconka

June 24, 2014

Cousin Rosy I'm so sorry for your loss
My heart is with you Love Cousin Cookie

Cookie Hermort

June 24, 2014

We will all miss Les; he touched so many of our lives.

Dave Rader

June 24, 2014

Dear Rosie,
It came as a shock to us to hear of Les passing. We will always remember the good conversations and fun we all had at the Legion. He will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Rosie and the family. Our deepest sympathy to you all. God Bless.

Kay & Bill Nugent

June 24, 2014

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