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Steve Heinsch Obituary
Steve was born on Oct. 14, 1951, to the late Rupert and Jane (Reese) Heinsch in Pasadena, CA. He grew up in Carlsbad, NM, and graduated from Texas Tech University. On June 16, 2000 he married Diane Hezmall in Lubbock. Steve was a financial planner, and in 2009 he went to work for Raymond James Financial Services. He was a member of Trinity Church where he taught Sunday school and divorce recovery classes. Steve worked in the jail ministry for twenty years and was active with Teen Challenge. He was a Tech football fan and still actively participated with his fraternity, Sigma Nu. Steve was an outdoorsman. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and being on the beach in Mexico, but golf and his grandchildren were his passion.
Along with his parents, Steve is preceded in death by his brother Lee Heinsch.
Survivors include his wife, Diane Heinsch of Lubbock; his children, Beth (Lance) Brinson of Lubbock, Kim (Greg) Hodges of Weatherford, Todd S. (Valerie) Heinsch of Austin, and Rhys (Zoe) Heinsch of Dallas; ten grandchildren; six great grandchildren and a sister, Leslie Heinsch of Carlsbad, NM.
Memorials are suggested to Heartline, 2309 Broadway, Lubbock, Texas, 79401.
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Memories and Condolences
for Steve Heinsch
Eric Dial
February 9, 2016
I had so much fun with Steve growing up. Memories of working with at the old Velvet Garter Saloon in Whites City will always be with me. Rest in peace my old friend.
Pat & Jack Harris
February 5, 2016
My heart is with you all during this difficult time. May you find comfort in each other.
Pamela Hill-Smith
February 3, 2016
I'm so very sorry for the family. I haven't seen Steve in forever, but he was always such a character to be with...the world is a bit darker with the loss of his light
Zayjean Clark
February 3, 2016
Steve will be missed! He was a bright light to our world! Looking forward to seeing him again in heaven! What a comfort to know he loved and served our Lord!
February 3, 2016
i am so sorry for your loss. May GOD be with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely, Joella Stanco Wilson
Mary Ellen Johnston Mullikin
February 2, 2016
So sorry for your loss. I knew Steve many moons ago growing up. Prayers for Leslie and the entire family.
BOz Green
February 2, 2016
Steve's life was a great example of God's redemptive Grace and a servant he was unto the Lord. May the Lord comfort the family
CARL & EMMY GIAUDRONE
February 2, 2016
TODD AND RHYS I'M SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF YOUR DAD
Jerry Smith
February 2, 2016
Although I haven't seen Steve for ages, I always remember he had a smile on his face and a joy to be around. My condolences to the family- and I am forever grateful to have known him.
Kenneth Page
February 2, 2016
always appreciated Steves' friendship from way back, a very special person. Praying for his family.
James & Darlene Moutray
February 1, 2016
Sincere condolences to Diane and family, Leslie and others. May the lord bless all.
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