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Harold Heath Obituary

Harold Roger Heath, 75, died peacefully at his Chesapeake home on Saturday, May 14, 2022, surrounded by his wife and daughter.

Born in Hamlet, Richmond County, North Carolina, Harold was the son of the late Hughes and Grace Heath.

He was a graduate of Cox High School. Harold proudly served in the United States Marine Corp in the Vietnam War. Harold worked for the Virginia Department of Transportation for 34 years. Prior to his retirement, Harold supervised the day-to-day operations of the Monitor Merrimac Tunnel.

Harold leaves behind his loving wife Janet; daughter Rebecca Winningham (Art); sister, Barbara Ann Brown (Aulton); brother, Jerry Heath (Janet); sister, LindaKay Land (Jim). Harold was predeceased by his brother, Charlie Heath. Harold also leaves behind five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren, who he adored. They were the sparkle of his eye and they will miss him dearly. He also leaves behind several nieces and nephews as well as many dear friends. Harold was also blessed to have wonderful neighbors who have been extremely supportive of the family during this difficult time. He was a very generous man who enjoyed making people laugh and smile.

The family will receive friends at Snellings Funeral Home, George Washington Highway Chapel, Monday, May 23, 2022, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. with burial to follow at Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.snellingsfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on May 18, 2022.

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Buddy mcgonigle

December 22, 2023

Missed Harold´s passing .left for the navy after graduation along with Doug white. We all lived in garden wood park.rip.

Alyce Furlough

March 2, 2023

Janet, I just now saw Harold´s obituary. I see it´s been almost a year since your loss. Larry and I will always have fond memories of being your neighbors in Merrifields for many years in the late 70´s and early 80´s. We are sending our sincere condolences to you, Becky, and family.

Rebecca

January 28, 2023

Well it´s been 8 months since my Dad turned into a little birdie and flew to heaven. I can´t tell him how much he is missed or how much my mom misses him. I can only say this to anyone who still has their parents. Please spend as much time with them as you can. They are priceless. I love my dad he was such a good man. He was and alway will be my hero.

john crowling

May 25, 2022

I graduated from Cox High school with Harold. He was one of the nicest funniest people I have ever met. I have not seen him in many years but remember him well. Rest in peace old friend.

franklin Allen

May 17, 2022

I worked with Harold for 20 some years at MMMBT .He was a great person to work with and always had a great way with all of his people . He was always there if you needed him or just someone to talk to. Im sure he will be missed my many.

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