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Arvel "Mickey" Heath

Arvel "Mickey" Heath obituary, Pensacola, FL

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Arvel Heath Obituary

Arvel "Mickey" Heath

July 14, 1914

January 18, 2013

Arvel "Mickey" Heath, 98, was born in Broseley, MO to Roy and Sarah Heath. He lived of life of service to others, which included a 24 ½ year career with the U.S. Navy, and service in the Coast Guard Auxiliary. Mickey was a long standing member of the Masons and the Scottish Rite. He was also a volunteer for the American Red Cross at the Naval Hospital Pensacola. Mickey served as a deacon at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church for more than 20 years, but his greatest service was to his loving wife Irene as devoted husband, lifelong friend, and care giver.



Mickey is preceded in death by his parents Roy and Sarah, his stepmother Audria, his half-brother Ralph, and his son Donald Heath. He leaves behind, to cherish his memory, his wife of 76 years Irene, his daughters Sylvia O'Camb, Loretta (Charlie) Rhodes, and Christy Heath. He also leaves behind seven grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren.



Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Friday, January 25th, funeral service to follow immediately at noon. Military and Masonic honors will be presented at Barrancas National Cemetery Pavilion, NAS Pensacola at 1:15 PM.



Donations can be made in lieu of flowers to the Alzheimer's Family Services, 1901 North Palafox Street, Pensacola, FL 32501, or to the American Cancer Society.



The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Pensacola Naval Hospital health care teams for their loving care and support during Mickey's illness, and to the staff at Eastern Gate Memorial Gardens for their help with funeral arrangements. Thank you, friend, for celebrating Mickey's life with us.

Condolences may be left at www.easterngatememorial.com.

God saw you were getting tired and a cure was not to be,

So he put his arms around you and whispered, "Come to me."

With tearful eyes we watched you suffer, saw you fade away,

Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay.

A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands laid rest,

God broke our hearts to prove to us he only takes the best.

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Published by the Pensacola News Journal on Jan. 23, 2013.
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Sylvia, Loretta and Christy, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Your parents were inspirations to all who knew them at PNH. Mickey was a true gentle man and a dear friend to all. My life is richer for knowing him and Irene. I loved working with them both (and you too Sylvia). You are all lucky to have them for parents. My heart is saddened at your loss. Doris Campbell Trawick Palazzolo

January 26, 2013

To all the Heath Family
I first met Mickey, and his wife, working with the Red Cross at the Naval Hospital. He was a fine man and everyone thought a great deal of him. I hope you find comfort in knowing this and also what a full and giving life he led. Lorrie Alexander

January 24, 2013

My Lil Mermaid,
My arms are around you and yours. How blessed was I to meet this Missouri guy, talk, walk his beautiful garden and look into those beautiful blue eyes. Generous with his love and spirit, he lives on in all of you. When I look into these "Missouri Skies" he will be in my heart. God is with you baby girl.
I Love You

Moonchild

January 24, 2013

Rose Hurst (850-261-3896)

January 24, 2013

My Lil Mermaid,
My arms are wrapped around you and yours. I loved my Missouri boy. So blessed was I to have met him, related to him and see that wonderful sparkle in those beautiful blue eyes. God is with you baby.
My love is with you,
Moonchild

January 23, 2013

Mickey and all Heath family. The Worshipful Master, Officers and Brothers of Naval Lodge #24 F&AM are saddened by your passing. God welcomes you in his arms and no more pain or suffering. May God grant your family understanding and peace while they go through the grieving process. So until we all meet again at that Grand Lodge on High. God bless you and your family.

Ronald Parks

January 23, 2013

Mr. Mickey I only knew you for a short while but it felt a life time. I know your family and know they will miss you dearly. My love for the family is sent, Mr. Mickey is with the grearest care giver now, Tina & Ralph Gill

January 23, 2013

Christy and Family, you all are in my thoughts and prayers. May the arms of our Heavenly Father wrap around you all for comfort during this time and for times to come.

Suzan Shofner

January 23, 2013

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