HEATHER MACDONALD MACPHERSON SHEEHAN

With deep love and gratitude for a life well lived, we share the passing of Heather MacDonald Macpherson Sheehan, who left us peacefully on October 28, 2025, in her hometown of Orangeville, Ontario, at the age of 84. Born on November 19, 1940, to Arthur and Sara Macpherson, Heather trained as a nurse and began her career in Northern Ontario, where she met the love of her life, Dennis Sheehan. They were married in May 1968 and built a beautiful life together, raising their children, Dan and Sara. Heather and Dennis made their home in Port Credit before settling on their beloved farm in Caledon East. After Dennis's passing, Heather moved to Windy Ridge, her cherished sanctuary, where she planted trees, tended her gardens, and dogs ran free. Heather was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Dennis; her brother, Hugh; and brothers-in-law, Joe and Hunter. She is lovingly remembered by her children, Dan (Kristy) and Sara; her sisters, Janet and Margaret. Adoring Grandma to Charlotte and a rock of support and friendship to Huguette. The family would like to extend a debt of heartfelt thanks to all the staff at The Lord Dufferin Centre, Ontario Home Health, and to wonderful Ida for the compassionate care and companionship Heather received in her final days. Heather embodied kindness, generosity, and acceptance in everything she did. She will be profoundly missed by her large and loving community of friends and family. A natural burial at Holstein Cemetery will be attended by the immediate family at a date prior to a Celebration of Life. A Celebration of Life will be held at Dods & McNair Funeral Home, Chapel & Reception Centre, 21 First St., Orangeville, Ontario, on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. Visitation will begin at 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, www.camh.ca, or an organization of your choice. A tree will be planted in memory of Heather in the Dods & McNair Memorial Forest at the Island Lake Conservation Area, Orangeville. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.dodsandmcnair.com.