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Ben Heath. Obituary

Ben Elliott Heath. Private services were held for Ben Elliott Heath who passed away on July 8, 2006 following a lengthy illness. Born May 15, 1950 in Phoenix, Arizona. Ben graduated from Arizona State University in education. After teaching school in Kotzebue, Alaska for several years Ben returned to Phoenix, Arizona and taught in the Washington School District where he retired. Survivors include his son, Joshua, Joshua's wife, Monica and Ben's daughter, Sarah, two brothers, Robert and William and his mother Margaret Ann. Survivors also include Robert's wife, Connie and their children Jason, Kristin, Elliott and Rebecca. Ben was preceded in death by his father Wilbur Elliott Heath. Contributions may be made to the Arizona Association of Diabetes. Arrangements entrusted to A. L. Moore Grimshaw Bethany Chapel.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Jul. 16, 2006.

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Brenda (Maxwell) Schrader

August 14, 2006

Riding his motorcycle, stiff as a board, wearing big "fly" sunglasses and a helmet -- ever the example of safety . . . but never passing us by without a friendly wave as we walked up 21st Ave to Maryland School. . . . That VW van with the noisy VW motor. . . . Water dogs in science class in the 6th Grade Learning Center. . . . Stories and skits at the Lake Pleasant trip bon fire. . . . A "grown-up" reunion at Maryland's 50th anniversary open house. . . . His memory lives on in the hearts of his grateful students!

August 14, 2006

A donation to the American Diabetes Association has been made in the name of Ben E. Heath, in fond remembrance.

Lisa Kline

August 8, 2006

Mr. Heath was my 6th grade science teacher at Maryland Elementary and the one that taught me to love the subject. It ended up being one of my favorite subjects to teach when I became a teacher myself.



I always remember Mr. Heath for his big smile, big laugh, and the big white bread sandwich he always had at the ready on his desk. We all loved his class.



He will be missed.

Bill Chilcoat

July 19, 2006

Bob, I enjoyed working with Ben at Arroyo School. He was popular with the students and always bright and cheerful. I want to offer my condolences and will keep Ben and you in my thoughts and prayers.

Sally Martin

July 18, 2006

I'm so sorry to hear of Ben's death. He was a wonderful, kind man. I visited him once in the Alaska that he loved. I still remember his laugh. My heartfelt sympathy to his family.

Claudia (Kaplan) Mishell

July 17, 2006

Mr. Heath was one of my 6th grade teachers at Maryland School. I remember having so much fun in his class and laughing a lot. He was a great teacher who loved his students and loved teaching. I was very sorry to hear of his passing.

elizabeth kaplan

July 17, 2006

Mr. Heath was one of my favorite teachers at Maryland....when I look back on my grade school years--he was one teacher who really encouraged us to have fun and think...I am glad that he was part of our lives.



elizabeth (liz) kaplan

Class of 1980-Maryland Grade School

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