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Heather Burdette Obituary
1973 - 2017
Heather Megan Burdette, 44, of Sunbury, passed away early Sunday morning, August 27, 2017 at her home surrounded by her loving family and her beloved dog. Heather was an eleven year brain tumor survivor who never lost her positive attitude. She was born July 28, 1973 in Germany to Frederick and Cynthia (Martin) Burdette. She graduated from The Ohio State University with a BS in Agriculture and later received her MBA from Franklin University. Heather is the founder of the non-profit organization, Prevailing Moxie Therapeutic Riding Center. She began working to improve lives through connections with horses in 2010. Over the last seven years, she has tried to improve the lives of students with disabilities. She also was the former CFO for Medicaid with the State of Ohio. She is a member of the Liberty Presbyterian Church. Having a passion for horses, she is a PATH certified instructor for the riding center. She loved all animals, especially elephants. She was also an avid baseball fan. Her favorite team was the Cincinnati Reds. As an OSU alumna, she was a strong supporter of the Ohio State Buckeyes. Heather was also a member of the NRA. Left to cherish her memory is her mother, Cynthia "Cynde" (Dewey) Akers of Sunbury; father, Frederick (Charlotte) Burdette of Muskegon, Michigan; maternal grandmother, Viola Martin of Ephrata, PA; step-brother, Gregory (Michael) Singleton of Indianapolis; step-sisters, Sarah (Daniel) Petersen of Indianapolis and Renee (Les) Nutter of Marengo; as well as a number of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Celebration of Life services will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2017 at 1 p.m. at the Liberty Presbyterian Church, 7080 Olentangy River Road, Delaware, OH. A reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Heather's memory may be made to the American Brain Tumor Association, 8550 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., Ste 550, Chicago, IL 60631; envelopes will be available at the service. The SNYDER RODMAN FUNERAL CENTER of Delaware is assisting the family. To share a fond memory of Heather or to offer a condolence to her family, please visit www.snyderfuneralhomes.com
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Sonja D. Henry
October 12, 2020
I just found out about Heather. I'm so sad I lost touch with her. I've been wondering about her. I used to work with her in anassisted living facility, & we'd go out to play darts after work. She took in my cat for me for 3 months when my landlord found out I had a cat. I'm just so sorry to hear this. I remember her great love for horses.
Heather and her horse Rick . They shared such a special bond . I look at this picture and see pure joy on Heathers face.
Nadine Garee
September 18, 2017
September 14, 2017
Cynde, I was so sorry to hear of Heather's passing. You and your family are in my prayers. I think of you often and good memories of our visit to your home. May she rest in peace, there is no more pain.
Pat Funderburg
Susan Scritchfield
September 8, 2017
Our best wishes to Cynde and all Heather's family as you grieve and go on. Such an original, and so gifted and loving. She touched many lives and memorably. She used her talent so well! Returned now to her loving Father. So glad to have made her acquaintance.
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