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William Heister Obituary
Born Feb. 28, 1924, in Cleveland, he had been a resident of Willowick for the past 52 years.
He was a U.S. Army Air Corps veteran of World War II. He was a member of the St. John's Cathedral Choir, St. Mary Magdalene Choir and Lakeland Civic Chorus. He participated with many community theaters and was a member of the Western Reserve Division of NMRA. William was an active member at St. Mary Magdalene Church. He enjoyed air shows and followed the "Letterman" singing group concerts.
Mr. Heister worked as a mail carrier for the United States Postal Service for 42 years prior to his retirement.
Survivors are his beloved wife of 54 years, Dorothy (nee Krejsa); and children, Steven and Susan (Thomas) Dick. He was also the uncle and great-uncle to many.
He was preceded in death by his brothers, Raymond and Daniel.
Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 18, 2011, at Jack Monreal Funeral Home, corner of E. 320th and Vine Streets in Willowick.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, May 19, 2011, at St. Mary Magdalene Church, 32114 Vine St., Willowick. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Heister
Stefanie Hickey
June 7, 2011
Dear Sue and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
With deepest sympathy,
Mike Harkleroad
June 2, 2011
I knew Bill for only a couple of years, but in the time I got to know him, he became a true friend. He never complained about anything, always had a new themed train to run the wheels off of, and always had a good laugh. He will be missed dearly and may he rest in peace. Also let my thoughts and prayers be with the family of the loved one we have lost.
May 18, 2011
Susan
My thought and prayers are with you and your family.
Theresa Agnes (Wyderka)
Steven Putrich
May 18, 2011
Sue, from all the folks at CEC, our condolences to you and your family.
May 18, 2011
Dear Dotti and family
Sorry to hear about Bill. My prayers are with all of you. Sorry I will not be able to attend the funeral for I am out in Dayton for my granddaughter graduation. Will see you when I get home. Love you all Doris
Chuck Limbert
May 18, 2011
I enjoyed running trains with Bill at Farmpark and Lakeland. He will be missed.
Chuck Limbert
May 18, 2011
I enjoyed Bill's company while we were running trains at Lakeland and the Farmpark. He will be missed.
May 18, 2011
Sorry to learn that a friend of many years has gone, he will be missed by Alice and me.
Jerry Nelson
May 17, 2011
Sue, Lynn and I were sad to hear about your dad. I will never forget him performing at your wedding- he was one of a kind!
Jerry and Lynn Nelson and family
May 17, 2011
Dorothy and Family,
Sorry to hear that Bill passed away. My sympathy to you and your
children.
Helen Bigus (Remember - R. H. Schools Administrative Office)
May 17, 2011
Sue,My deepest sympathy to you and your family my heart goes out to you!!!Our dads our smile down on us in heaven!!!!!Love,Kellie Kulka
Jack Monreal Funeral Home
May 17, 2011
Ofering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Dee Bohman
May 16, 2011
I was so sorry to hear of Bill's death. In reading his obituary it sounded as if he led a very full life and was very active in the church. I will remember him in my prayers.
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