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James Heben Estero, FL
James Heben, 72, passed away Monday, July 22, 2013 after a valiant fight; defeat ing Multiple Myeloma, but losing his battle with Leukemia. Jim was born to Andrew and Rose Heben on December 22, 1940 in Massillon, OH.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Marianne Heben; his children, Greg Heben (Lisa) of Naples, FL, Jennifer Jones (Rich) of Odenton, MD, and Erik Heben (Paula) of Ft. Myers, FL; grandchildren, Brendan Jones, Lauren Heben, Hailey Jones, Kevin Heben, Peyton Heben, Hunter Jones, Jason Jones, and Preston Heben; brother, Rick Heben (Marcia) of Centerville, OH; sisters, Barb Grosse (Dave) of Stow, OH and Diane Self (Steve) of Massillon, OH; along with numerous nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank Dr. Andy Lipman, Mandy, Lee, Carolyn, Debbie and such a caring and loving staff of Florida Cancer Specialists of Bonita Springs.
Jim graduated from Central Catholic High School in Canton, OH in 1959 where he had great athletic success on both the football field and wrestling mat. He attended Miami of Ohio before joining the Army where he was stationed at the 38th Parallel, at the time the newly created border between North and South Korea.
After his Army service he embarked on a 30 year career with the J.C Penney Company. Jim began his career at J.C. Penney as a salesman in the men's department but while raising his family in North Canton, Ohio worked his way up the 'corporate ladder' to a District Manager of the eastern United States.
Upon 'retirement' he purchased the Pavilion Bookstore in Naples, FL which he ran with his eldest son, Greg for 18 years. Jim was the type of person that had many interests and he never did them halfway. His love of motorcycles, fishing and reading were passions he pursued with great energy but they always took a back seat to the love, devotion and commitment he had for his grandchildren. Jim had a deep understanding and appreciation for the meaning of family and he lived his life in that light.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 3rd at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Light Catholic Community Church, 19680 Cypress View Drive, Estero, FL, with reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society by going to their website at www.lls.org.
Arrangements by Shikany's Bonita Funeral Home.
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Chris Chmel
December 11, 2013
Marianne,
We received your Christmas card today and just learned of Jim's passing. We are deeply saddened by your loss. We will always remember when you and Jim came to visit us in Miramar when my mom was in town. It made her so happy to see you guys after all those years and we will carry those fond memories with us forever. May God bless you and your family this holiday season.
Chris & Ileana Chmel
Ed Heben
August 25, 2013
I just learned of Jimmy's death online a few minutes ago. I am so sorry and offer my condolences and love. I always looked up to Jimmy growing up and wish all of his extended family God's graces going forward. We all know he is in a better place right now. Cousin Eddie Heben.
August 4, 2013
Erik, Paula and boys, we are so sorry for your loss. May you know God's comfort at this difficult time. - Jim and Bernice Porzig
Carl Burnside
August 3, 2013
To Greg and family,
We are sorry for your loss. We hope that your memories of your loved one provide you with a source of strength in this difficult time as well as the future. We will continue to keep you and your family in our prayers.
Carl and Barbara Burnside
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Stephen & Cecelia Kaylor
August 1, 2013
We just knew Jim and Marianne for a few short years ,we enjoyed there conversations and company. While at
UAMS in Arkansas.
Love to Marianne and the family with our sympathy.
August 1, 2013
Dear Marianne, Greg and Family; While death comes unannounced, memories live on forever. My memories include, CCHS, Penney's in Massillon (where I worked with Jim), meeting Marianne and
Greg, as a toddler, and dinner at Heben's. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Tom Hoch
Mary, Paul and Kevin Gagnon
July 31, 2013
Marianne, Jennifer, Erik, Paula and family, I am so very sorry for your loss.
Clyde & JoAnne Caiazza
July 31, 2013
Dear Marianne, It was quite surprising and sad to hear of Jim's passing. We extend our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Jim will never be forgotten as he has created many great memories for everyone he knew. He will be in your heart and ours always. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Love and peace,
Jimmy Link
July 30, 2013
Greg and Lisa, my condolences to you and all of your family in the paasing of your Dad. He was a great person and a very likable man. Godspeed, James.
Debbie Schwarz
July 30, 2013
Marianne, Nick and I are so sorry for your loss.
Carolyn Manning
July 29, 2013
Jim,
I will miss your great smile, hugs, kisses and listening to stories about your grandkids(the twins!)Oh, and the dirty jokes! You always made me smile. Love you!
Ken Kavanagh
July 29, 2013
On behalf of all the FGCU Eagles, our thoughts & prayers go out to the extended Heben Family on Jim's passing. In turn, he certainly leaves a tremendous legacy behind in his wonderful family.....God Bless.
Karen Krantz Garbarino
July 28, 2013
My sympathy to Jim's family I grew up with Jim. I lived on 10th st. when Jim's family was on 9th. I am Barbara's age and we all went to St. Mary's together. We all played together running around our yards and many times in the street. It was a shock to read Jim's obituary. We were kids together and some times it's hard to realize how old we now are.
July 27, 2013
Dear Aunt Marianne, Greg, Jennifer, Erik and family,
I can't imagine the sadness in your hearts.....What an amazing Uncle....he made me so proud to be his niece!
Love, Sherry
Charlene Laughlin
July 25, 2013
Marianne, I'm was so sorry to here of your loss. Jim will be remember with many thoughts and prayers from family and friends. I'll remember him from Central and all his football and the fun times that were had together there. Your memories will get you through this with your family's support. Charlene (Danner) Laughlin
Betty Gainey
July 25, 2013
TO MY DEAR COUSIN JIM'S FAMILY. I WAS SO SHOCKED TO READ ABOUT HIS DEATH. WE ARE ALL SO SURPRISED. YOU ARE ALL IN MY HEART AND PRAYERS. JIM WAS ALWAYS ONE OF MY FAVORITES. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND LOVE TO ALL. COUSIN BETTY GAINEY
Ray and Jan Hoover
July 24, 2013
Dear Marianne, We were so very saddened to hear of Jim's passing. It is so very sad to lose a love one that you have been with for so many years. We will remember you in our prayers and we send our deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Marlene (Cironi) & Mike Koeth
July 24, 2013
Please know that you are all being remembered in thought and prayer Marianne. May all of your precious memories bring the comfort and peace needed throughout these very sorrowful days. Love and prayers,
Marilyn (Husat) Ellis
July 24, 2013
Marianne, I'm so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. It's difficult to know what to say, so I'll simply express my hope that your family is a source of strength for you, and that in not too long a time you'll be filled with good memories of the life you created together.
Marilyn (Roth) Meadows
July 24, 2013
Marianne, I am so sorry to learn of your loss.
When someone you love becomes a memory ~ Your memories become your treasures.
Keeping you and your family in my prayers cause death leaves a heartache no one can heal, but love leaves a memory no one can steal!
Jo Ann Diana
July 24, 2013
Marianne and Family
It is so sad to lose someone you love, but mayy all your wonderful memories make the years ahead less sad, Jim was a wonderful man.
Sandy Bonnot
July 24, 2013
Dear Marianne,
So sorry to hear about Jim. It was such a shock since the last time we heard from you he was doing OK. We will keep you all in our prayers.
Love, Sandy & Tom
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