Stephen Louis Heck

It will be five years since Steve passed and I still think of him a lot. What a smart, kind soul he was. Our world needed him. I hope he is at peace and his good energy is somewhere else having an impact.

Nancy, Our sincere condolences for your profound loss. Please let us know if we can do anything for you.
Ed & Rita

I was just speaking with Steve last week, about adopting a dog from MLAR. We had a long talk about fate and how each animal he helped had a life story. You could hear the compassion and calmness in his voice when he talked about the animals; you sensed this was his passion. I will pray for strength for his family, friends and coworkers.

Steve was a bright spot in everyone's day. His warm, loving , gentle manner enriched every person and every animal lucky enough to meet and interact with him. Steve was a treasure. May Steve's family know that they will always have the support of the MLAR family.

Steve was one of those rare individual that touched every one he met with his compassion, kindness, and caring. He will be sorely missed but his spirit will live on as an inspiration for others to strive to be a better person.

Steve was a very caring and compassionate person which was evident no matter how well you knew him. One thing we knew for sure, he loved animals. MLAR and the animals lost a great advocate and friend and he will be truly missed. Condolences to Nancy and the entire Heck family. RIP Steve.

Steve's inner spirit attracted those that needed it the most. From the first time I met Steve when he came to volunteer, we witnessed his calm drawing cats with the most need to him, as he provided a peace they were yearning for. His physical presence will be greatly missed yet I know his energy is there for the animals.

Steve was truly one of the most gentle and kind men I have ever met. I so enjoyed watching him interact with the animals and seeing how excited they were to be with him. RJ, one of his favorites, would literally go crazy every time Steve would come out. Steve would lean down and RJ would climb up on him wagging furiously and lick Steve's face. I truly don't know a finer man. He was respectful to everyone and always did the right thing. He reaffirmed my faith in good people. I will miss...