Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Francis J. Collins Funeral Home, Inc. - Silver Spring

500 University Blvd. West

Silver Spring, Maryland

JAN HEFFERNAN Obituary


Jan Beth Heffernan (nee Rosenberg)  
Passed away on Wednesday, June 15, 2016, after a long, courageous battle against lung cancer. Beloved wife of Paul Heffernan; daughter of Morris and Bea Rosenberg; mother of Joseph Heffernan; sister of Alan Rosenberg; and sister-in-law of Joan Zavala. Graveside Service and Interment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery on Wednesday, June 22, at 1 p.m. Mourning will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to JDRF, 26 Broadway, 14th Floor, New York, NY, 10004 or American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK, 73123www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com  

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Washington Post on Jun. 20, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for JAN HEFFERNAN

Not sure what to say?





June 24, 2016

Paul - We are so very sorry to hear of Jan's passing. You and your son have our deepest sympathy. We are thinking of you. Vicki and Mark Spears (King's Grant neighbors)

June 23, 2016

Paul and Joey, We were so sorry to hear of Jans passing. She was a kind woman and a wonderful mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jen, Kevin and Nick Meadows (joeys Classmate/friend)

Ron,Karen, Kristof, and Katarina Lile

June 21, 2016

Our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

June 21, 2016

Bea and Moe, Our hearts go out to you and and the rest of your family. Know that we are here for you both. Love you.

Rochelle and Barry

Cheri (Fishbein), Andrew, Brittany Dunn

June 21, 2016

Bea, Mo and Alan: We were so sorry to hear about Jan's passing. We can't imagine what you all must be going through. I hope you give each other strength to make it through this difficult time. Please let Paul and Joey know that our thoughts are with them. If there is ever anything that you need or that we could do for you, please do not hesitate to ask

Vicki Curtis

June 20, 2016

To the entire family and especially Paul, you have my deepest sympathy and prayers.

June 20, 2016

Aunt Bea, Uncle Sonny and Alan,
We are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all. Barbara and Alan

Sharon and Dave Harris

June 20, 2016

My sincere thoughts are with you. It breaks my heart thinking of what you are going through. Love you Bea, Sonny, and Alan.

June 20, 2016

Our deepest sympathy... Rest In Peace, Jan! Love, Silvie, Jorge & Jay Acevedo.

Linda (Fishbein)Lyons-Drager

June 20, 2016

Mo, Bea & Alan,

I am so very sorry to hear the news of Jan's passing. May she rest in eternal peace. I'm Cheri's cousin.

Showing 1 - 10 of 10 results

Make a Donation
in JAN HEFFERNAN's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

Memorial Events
for JAN HEFFERNAN

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Francis J. Collins Funeral Home, Inc. - Silver Spring

500 University Blvd. West, Silver Spring, MD 20901

How to support JAN's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor JAN HEFFERNAN's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more