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Annette LePique
November 14, 2011
I just found out through a mutual friend of Heather's passing. I had tried to call her some time ago, and got a return call from Dawn, but we never connected. I feel so bad for Chad, Dawn and Heather's parents. She was a beautiful fun loving person, a joy to be around. It is obvious she lived a full and joyful life although so brief. As long as I live in Hyde Park and drive by that house, I will think of Heather and how much she loved living there.
Jeff Myers
October 4, 2011
My heart will be forever wounded. Until we meet again my precious daughter -
Your other Dad
September 26, 2011
Heather was my best friend in the States. She was really patient, generous and nice with me. I will always remember her with a lot of grattitud. I am an art therapiest now, an I live in Argentina. Iwill work with children an women with cancer soon. I will do it in her memory. I send a big hug to her family. Mary Botero (Amparo Carney´s nephey) [email protected]
Sue Idleman
September 21, 2011
Our dear little Heather. My heart breaks to hear of this news. Heather was always a little light that shined as our children played nearly every weekend. And as she grew, though I saw her seldome, realized that she had become became a beautiful girl with a heart of gold. I know Heather is fine, but that the family is crushed and filled with sorrow. Please call when the time is right. I love you all. My thoughts and prayers are always with you. Sue Idleman
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Stevie Overton
September 21, 2011
I'm so sorry to hear about Heather. I worked with her back in the ETC days with Frank & Linda Russell. She was such a delight to be around. My prayers are with her family. God Bless.
Jackie Keenan-Hallmark
September 19, 2011
I feel so fortunate to have known Heather when she lived with Dawn and me during our University of Iowa days. Heather made me laugh on a daily basis, and she was so full of life. Her charismatic personality was contagious, and I will never forget her. Dawn, I want you to know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. You were not only a spectacular sister to Heather but a best friend to her as well. Love you! Jackie
Traci (Seeman) Naragon And Family
September 19, 2011
Our family sends their deepest sympathies. We are sending prayers for all Heather's family and friends. She was a great person and well loved!!
Debbie Smith
September 19, 2011
She touched so many lives, her spirit will continue in all that knew her. Dawn, our prayers are with you as you lay your sweet sister to rest. God be with you. Debbie (Silvers) Smith Ankeny, Iowa
Cindy Johnston
September 19, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with Heather's family. Our time with Heather and her family go way back to the Polk City days. Heather baby sat a lot for us. Kelly and our twins, Andrea and Angela, were good friends in grade school. Great Memories! May God's peace and comfort be with you all. Love and blessings, Cindy Johnston (Ankeny, IA)
September 19, 2011
She may be gone but will never be forgotten our prayers are with all of her family and friends in this time of remembrance and sorrow may you find peace and comfort in the days to come
Terry Jasper, Guttenberg IA
Dale Cain Amy Zingre
September 18, 2011
The joy of having known such a wonderful and creative soul will be cherished in our memory forever.
Michelle Freeborn-Fogg
September 18, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with all of Heather's family and friends.
Mike Leonard
September 18, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of Heathers family and friends. Heather was for sure her own person and one I so adored. It was a pleasure just knowing we all at least got to share some of her life with her. She's in a higher place now hopefully knowing we all did care for her very much. May you forever rest peacefully and in our hearts we will miss you Heather.
Bryan Idleman
September 18, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Dawn, Teena, Jeff, Frank and the entire family. I was saddened to hear of her passing yesterday & wish that I could be there to celebrate her life. My sister & I played with Dawn & Heather when we were little and our parents were very good friends. They were like a part of our family but once we moved, our families drifted apart. We always were able to start back up right where we left off even after not seeing each other for years.
Heather lit up a room with her smile and her vibrant personality. In my mind, Heather is still smiling, laughing and having fun. She is in a better place where cancer doesn’t exist. May God be with you.
All our love,
Bryan, Kristin, Peyton & Erin Idleman
Chip Capaldo
September 18, 2011
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Julie Luedtke (Brown)
September 18, 2011
Heaven has a very strong angel now. Heather has been and is always going to be a blessing to those who knew and loved her. May your happy memories help you through the difficult days ahead and may God bless you, especially at this very sad time.
Julie Terry
September 18, 2011
So sorry to hear of your battle with cancer...God Bless you Heather and you family...Thinking of you....
Mike Brown
September 18, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. Heather was such a unique and beautiful woman. I haven't seen or heard of her since high school but she was always on my thoughts as to what has become of her. I hope she is finally at peace, as I know her battle with cancer was a tough one. I will never forget her smile or warm words when I did speak to her. Truly an engaging spirit that will be missed sorely by many. I am so thankful for sharing a fraction of her life when we were in high school. It was truly an honor and a privilege to have grown up with her. My heart felt thoughts go out to those family members and friends that she left behind. You will be missed Heather.
Sincerely,
Mike Brown (class of 1991)
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