Photo courtesy of McCann-Healey Funeral Home - Gloucester City
Gloucester City, New Jersey
Feb 3, 1966 – Feb 17, 2021 (Age 55)
Surrounded by love and his family, James “Jimmy” Heise, Jr. passed away peacefully at the age of 55 on February 17th, 2021 at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center.
Born and raised in Collingswood, NJ and 22 year resident of Mantua, NJ. Jim is the beloved and cherished son of Betty (Whiting) McKeown and the late Harry Mckeown. Beloved husband of 21 years to Cheryl (Guckes) Heise. Admired father to his children Amanda Heise, Jimmy Heise, Jake Heise, and Joey Heise. Cherished brother of Daniel Heise (Kristan), Tracey Cannon (Joe), Jennifer Hiltner (Jason), Jessica McKeown, Steven McKeown (Diane), and Christopher McKeown. Jim is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Jimmy graduated from Collingswood High School, Class of 1985. He then went on to proudly serve his country with the U.S Army in Desert Storm. During his years of service, Jim was able to visit Berlin when the Wall came down, ski in Switzerland, visit Lake Geneva, and swim in the Mediterranean while visiting Nice and Monte-Carlo.
Jim later worked as a Corrections Officer at Trenton State Prison and South Woods State Prison in Bridgeton, NJ where he retired in 2019 after 26 years of service. During his time in corrections, Jim held the position of Executive Vice President for NJ’s largest police union, PBA Local #105, where he was able to support many of his beloved brothers and sisters in blue.
Jim was also a member of the VFW Post #3324 in Runnemede and spent most of his life coaching youth sports. He was a favorite coach and second dad to so many in his community. Those who know Jim know that he was truly one of a kind. He had a heart of gold and his legacy on this Earth will live on forever.
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend Jimmy’s visitation on Sunday, February 28th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and again on Monday, March 1st from 10:30 to 11:30 am at Saint Mary’s R.C. Church: 426 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City. Committal prayers will be offered at 11:30 am on Monday. Burial will follow at Gloucester County Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 240 N. Tuckahoe Rd., Williamstown, NJ.
Face Masks and Social Distancing are required in church.
Memorial donations may be made in memory of Jim to: ISR Jimmy Heise “Let’s Roll” Scholarship Fund at https://www.paypal.com/pools/c/8x9Q23NzMS. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of James V. Heise, Jr.
Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries may be made through: McCann-Healey Funeral Home: Gloucester City. Ph: 856-456-1142
Read MoreHe was my roommate in the Army. This is a difficult loss. May God give you peace
Marty Dewitt
March 06, 2025 | Arvada, CO | Military
So sorry for the loss of good soul
My heart goes out to the family
I have not seen you in years but it makes me so sad you were so young to leave this Earth so soon you will be missed RIP my friend Jim.
Stephanie F
March 01, 2021 | Glenolden, PA | Family
Very sorry for your loss. Jim was always so lovable.
Roxanne Smith
March 01, 2021 | Bruceton Mills, WV | Friend
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Dear Cheryl and family, I am so saddened to hear that Jim has been taken f Susan Mausolf
February 28, 2021 | Lincoln, NE | Neighbor
We extend our sincerest condolences to the family of Officer Heise for their loss. Those who worked with Jimmy knew him not only as a leader and protector, but also a friend. Jimmy will be deeply missed by all of his colleagues, and remembered for his courage, compassion, and willingness to help in times of need. Rest easy Brother.
New Jersey Juvenile Justice Commission
February 28, 2021 | Trenton, NJ | Coworker
Our deepest sympathy Cheryl for you and the kids. What a great guy and caring neighbor...Bill and I will treasure the memories of him and kids in the street orange cones up playing sports with the boys. Lol and Max the dog!!! Max always liked visiting us and Jim would holler Max get over here!!! Can't believe how big kids got...good kids...we'll Cheryl god bless and we know for a fact Jim is up there playing sports with any kids that join in. Hell surely be missed when we drive down...
Bill and Fran Allen
February 26, 2021 | Mantua, NJ | Friend
My deepest condolences to the Heise family. I watched Jimmy personally help so many people on the job including myself. Jimmy always did everything he could to help anyone. He cared for everyone like they were part of his family. My sympathy goes out to his family and loved ones. Jimmy will be deeply missed. Thank you for all that you did for me Jimmy. God bless you and your family.
Bill Meringer
February 26, 2021
I’m so so sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to the family.
Angelina O’Donnell
February 26, 2021 | Sewell, NJ
To the Heise family, I want to say that I sadly understand your grief, as I lost my father to Covid-19 this past year. He had dementia, and was one of many who got ravaged by this horrible disease, while he was in a nursing home.
My oldest son Brendan, played his first year of township basketball under the gentle, and friendly guidance of Jim’s coaching. He taught my son a great deal, and for that, he continued playing basketball all throughout high school, and whenever the courts...
Mathew Combs
February 25, 2021 | Sewell, NJ
