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for John Heil
Mrs. Patrick ( Joyce) Brazel
July 25, 2023
John was my husband Patrick's best friend. They were like brothers. They had a great connection in business and in their personal lives. As a friend, you knew that you could count in John and that he would always be there for you, no matter the circumstances. As Patrick's wife, we were both honored to have know him and have him in our lives. He was always ready with a joke but took his golf very seriously. He could dress very flamboyantly at times and was always fun to be with. I can honestly say that we both loved him very much.
Mrs. Patrick ( Joyce) Brazel
August 14, 2022
I wrote John a letter before he died. I do hope he read it. I told him how much I loved him. He was my husband's best friend. They were tied to the hip at times. Like brothers that bonded, they had so much fun together. John had the kind of personality that just lit up a room. He was a good match for my Patrick. Oh, the tales they could tell! I also knew that I could always count on him after my Patrick died. He was a true friend! Hundreds will miss him!
Eleanor Summers
August 20, 2008
I was sadden to hear of John's
passing and extend my prayers and sympathies to his family.
The Borner Family
August 20, 2008
John is just one of a kind. His smile would always brighten your day.He will be missed but never forgotten.
Brenda Szukhent
August 8, 2008
I had just met John a short time ago and am very sadden that I was unable to really get to know him. After our first meeting I knew he was someone that I would have enjoyed knowing. God has definitely taken one of the good ones. John you will be missed!
John Bates
August 7, 2008
Its not often you take to some one on your first meeting' but John was one of those guys' with his charm and persona along with his commanding personality he could light up a room just by entering it. You will be missed by everyone.
Your friend at Aviall.
John Bates
Thomas Wiewiora
August 6, 2008
John and Charlotte became a part of my life after I married their niece over twenty years ago. Even though our marriage ended, I still considered John and Charlotte family. His untimely death has truly saddened me and I deeply regret that I never had the courage to tell him how I admired him and loved him. His wit, humor, and passion for life will always remain an inspiration for me throughout my life. I feel privileged and honored that John shared a small part of his life with me. I will always miss him and I pray that God will ease the pain that Charlotte and the family are feeling for losing such a wonderful man.
Richard Greenwald
August 6, 2008
Although I did not know John outside of our business relationship, the man was always a pleasure to visit with. He gave everyone an equal amount of respect. He will be missed.
David Bellomy
August 5, 2008
I first met John needing to solve a serious hose problem that I had. He and John Mackey solved my problem immediately. After that, I took all my hose and tube needs to John. We became good friends and I have great memories of rides in his cars. playing golf, and most of all laughing together and swapping stories. I hope someday to see him again. Until then I will miss our dear friend. Debbie and I offer our deepest sympathy to Charlotte and Danny and the grandchildren. We all were lucky to have had him be a part of our lives.
David and Debbie Bellomy
John Markey
August 4, 2008
After working at Aero Component for the past 15 years,I can say that John Heil was a great man,good friend and mentor.HE will be missed by all that knew him.
I will work the rest of my time at Aero Component to asure that his legacy lives on for many years to come.
Thank you my friend for all that you gave me over the years.You will live on in my heart,and life as long as i'm alive.I miss you more every day that goes by.Good bye for now my friend i'll see again someday.
Lorraine Bowers
August 4, 2008
John since your passing I think of you often, I know that you are looking down on us from the heaven's and are saying "You miss me don't you!?"
There are so many special gifts that you left behind patience, generosity, laughter and forgiveness.
The special name you gave me "Baby Cakes" I will cherish always.
I was so lucky to spend precious time with you when I worked as girl Monday through Thursday with you and Ms Charlotte at Aero Component and during those last days when I came to see you there was a big smile, bright eyes, jokes and good stories to share.
I will never, forget you and you will forever be in my heart.
Look up my dad Pops while in heaven and he will buy you a beer.
Love, Baby Cakes and Ron
P.S. I'll keep an eye on Ms. Charlotte for you.
Luky Flores
August 4, 2008
Jhon,
We miss you and you will always be in our hearts. Love you.
Pancho and Luky,
Lukys Hardware co.
City National Bank Sun Valley Staff
August 4, 2008
John, already we miss the Big Man with his own style of saunter, we continually look for John to walk in the door to make his deposits, we will miss those jokes and that infectious smile.
You will always be in our hearts Dear John.
Greg Gaba SOI
August 4, 2008
Ever since 1987, I always admired and looked up to his talent of smile in the face of all kind of hardships.
John, you will be missed.
Rest in peace my friend.
Marjorie Darlington-Seifert
August 3, 2008
Just like his cars, John was a classic. I will miss the sparkle in his eyes, and that mischievious laugh . It was truly my benefit to have known John. Although he may not be with us physically, his memory will always be in my thoughts and prayers and "buddy ol' pal" will continue to bring a big smile to my face. My thoughts and Prayers go out to Charlotte, Danny, Eric and all of the members of his family.
Toni Fulscher
August 3, 2008
I procured hoses from Aero Components Engineering. I met John when he and David visited Rolls-Royce Engine Services in Oakland. Lunch visits were great, enjoying listening to the stories John told so well. His travels with Charlotte...his fishing trips...and yes his golf outings. I enjoyed the working relationship over time. John certainly knew the product. If you had a question..John had the answer. Both John and Charlotte are special. My prayers go out to the family and friends who will miss John. His spirit will live on in the hearts of people who knew and loved him.
Toni Fulscher
1591 Dawnview Drive
Brentwood, Ca. 94513
David W Bill
August 2, 2008
I bought Aero Component Engineering from John and Charlotte about three and half years ago. John has been my mentor and friend since.
You would think that after selling his business of some 40 years that he might take his foot of the gas, maybe just a little. Not John Heil, he still came in every day with the same drive and passion he always had.
This company was his baby; he loved everything about it, the banter with customers and suppliers, the wheeling and dealing. His excitement when we would purchase an inventory or receive a government auction lot was something to observe. “Christmas”, “Kid in a candy store” “Child with a new toy” these were nothing on how he would be.
John was and still is “Aero Component Engineering” We are moving to a new building in Valencia that will be named in his honor, his parking space is already identified as “John Heil – Founder”
We all here at Aero feel the loss but we know we have an Arch Angel looking over us. We feel his presence every day. Unfortunately, we wont get to discuss how bad our golf games are, or have to listen to his vast array of silly jokes, or hear his many colloquialisms (where they came from I have no idea), or be slagged of for selling a job to cheap, or be able to ask him about a part and in return get the exact location in the inventory (what a memory, steel trap and he used to call it)
We have lost our founder, leader, mentor but he will never be forgotten!
Richard Thompson
August 2, 2008
John was a great inlaw He was a great talker and man. He was well liked by all and always had something to say no matter what subject came up.I will miss him and GOD bless him.
Julianne Heil
August 1, 2008
Grandpa John was loving and kind! He loved his son, grandsons and great-grandchildren. Sadly I didn't know him well, the time I spent with him will always be in my heart and I will NEVER forget him and his kindness!
Joie Gatlin
August 1, 2008
Big John and Charlotte are like my second family. I have so many fond memories of our families playing horseshoes, going to dog shows and horse shows and all of Johns funny stories.Thanks for the memories Big John.
Love Joie
Debra Powell
August 1, 2008
Uncle John
My thoughts of Uncle John was what a wonderful man he had been in my life. I was so privileged to have such a fantastic Uncle like you through my childhood years as well as my adult years. You are a very special man in my life and will always be forever; you are the only Uncle I had so close to spend time with and make so many fond memories. You were always there for me as a figure in my life to look up too and learn from in so many ways. Your life from my eyes has been a wonderful journey that only I can dream of ever experiencing. Your life to me has been so amazing, the places you have traveled, the wonders the world has, you had seen with your very own eyes no one can take away. You had always treated me like a special niece. In my heart you have always been this strong man that nothing could penetrate, someone to look up too for advice, guidance, knowledge and wisdom. I will never forget you telling jokes, watching cartoons, coloring and playing games with Kristina, those are memories she will never forget nor I for I have photographs to view in the future of a great man. My memories are of us traveling in your Gold Lincoln down to Palm Springs to your condo and spending time with both you and Aunt Charlotte. While I was in High School you let me work at your shop one summer, plus having you over my home and to the Palm Springs house for holidays those were all special times. Christmas’s were always so special as well, the house decorated by Aunt Charlotte and you always wearing your festive plaid pants and a red or green sweater, that’s what I remember. Christmas’s won’t be the same without you sitting at the end of the table in your special spot, but the memories will never fade. I will cherish all the great memories we have shared through our time together and pray that we will all be together someday. I will miss you with all my heart and soul. You have been blessed your whole life on this earth with many fortunes, the best one is LOVE.
I will love you always and forever,
Debra & Kristina
Neice & Great-Neice XOXO
Henry
August 1, 2008
Rest in peace my friend.
I will never forget you.
We'll see you in Heaven.
Tomarra Tucker
August 1, 2008
It breaks my heart that Great Uncle John is gone, but I'm so lucky to have finally met him just a few years ago. I will cherish those memories and the family will be in my prayers. With love and great sympathy
Dave & Cindy
August 1, 2008
John was the greatest and although we unfortunately didn't get the opportunity to spend more time with him he will always be remembered as the greatest uncle we had. My wife and I will miss him dearly and love him forever. Cindy and Dave.
Jimmy degnan
July 31, 2008
John will be missed by so many people. Charlotte and the family most of all. He was a good friend of mine and we had a lot of good talks about cars and stuff like that. Many good lunches at the Ramp and Sardos. He was a good poker player and a game like that was filled with so many jokes and stories, that I wish I had taken a tape recorder.
He will not be forgotten. R.I.P John.
Old Pal
July 31, 2008
It was great to know you, Old Buddy. Never a dull moment. I will always remember the good times. (That was all of the time.) You will always be one-of-a kind in my book.
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