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BORN
1942
DIED
2015
John Heise Obituary
August 9, 1942 - November 17, 2015
SALEM - John was born in Salem OR to Lynn and Constance (Krebs) Heise and died unexpectedly at home on Tuesday at the age of 73.
He attended Salem Schools and graduated from South High in 1960. He went on to attend OSU for several years, then joined the Oregon State Police in 1965.
He worked in Corvallis and Salem, retiring in 1996. He continued working various jobs, and in recent years at the State Capital during the Legislative sessions.
He is survived by his wife Sue, sons Jeff Heise and Steve Heise, both of Salem, step children Kris Ostrin of Salem, Jeff Ostrin of Camas, WA, Kim Ostrin of Hermiston, OR, 10 grandchildren, and sister Sally Myers of Beaverton.
He enjoyed camping, fishing, photography, and sharing wine with good friends.
He will be especially missed by his lap warmers Kuri and Shakura.
At his request no services will be held. A private family gathering will be held at a later time. Arrangements are by City View Funeral Home.
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Keith Miller
November 16, 2022
John you are remembered my friend.
Keith L Miller
November 16, 2021
I remember John fondly, always respectful and kind to others. I am richer for having known John.
Carol Smither
December 23, 2015
Steve and I are deeply saddened to learn of John's unexpected passing. We truly will miss his friendship, compassion, and kindness. We send our love to you Sue. Carol & Steve
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John Jaramillo
December 10, 2015
I'm going to miss you John. Sorry for your loss Sue.
Lisa & Scott Elser
November 25, 2015
Sue, we were very saddened to learn of John's passing and are so very sorry for your loss. We will miss his kindness and friendship. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John Rizzo
November 24, 2015
I'm glad I got to know John as a fellow OSP member. He brought a silent comfort to the job and profession and was pleasant to be around. I am sorry to hear he has passed on as he was one of the truly good guys. I'm sure he will fit in well in the presence and comfort of the Lord.
Jan and Bill Hettick
November 24, 2015
Sue, how devastating. Our hearts go out to you. John will be missed by all, especially the Bonsai community.
Joanne Raiton
November 24, 2015
My heart goes out for you. I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss his teasing ways and big smile.
November 24, 2015
My condolences to Jeff and Steve Heise. It has been a while since I met John and he was a very nice man. We were at our Grandson's football game and you could see the pride in John's eyes as he watched Houston play. I enjoyed our conversation and I am sorry that we did not have enough time with him. RIP John. Jeff, and Steve please be a peace. I love you both!
Charlotte Ryan
Ron Anderson
November 23, 2015
I met John while working with him at the Capitol. I quickly found him to be a great guy and fun to be around. His absence will be very apparent. Condolences to all of his friends and family.
OSP brothers and sisters
November 23, 2015
John: You are loved and will be missed here at the Capitol. I hope you're looking down at all the condolences, mixed with hilarious stories from members of the Oregon Legislature that's rolling in. You're a good friend to us all, thanks for that!!
November 23, 2015
John: I will miss you my friend, we had some good times and lots of laughter working and traveling together. We pray for your family in their time of sadness and wish you happiness on your final trip home.
Paul & Dawna Fluke
Bill Lyons
November 23, 2015
A very sad time for all John's friends and especially his family. Our prayers are with you. John will be missed by many people. Rest in Peace.
Bill & Barb Lyons
Gary Shearer
November 23, 2015
Hey, John, I still owe you a cup of coffee at the Capitol. I guess that will have to be put on hold for a while. We worked together for a lot of years.
Bill Martin
November 23, 2015
I was sorry to hear John had died. He will be missed by all who knew him. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Keith Miller
November 23, 2015
I met John in 1985. John was a kind soft spoken man that will be missed. Condolences to his family.
Louise Schuening
November 23, 2015
Sending heartfelt sympathy to Sue Heise and family. Dick often spoke highly of John and I liked him as well. Sue and I go way back-working together as teenagers at Valu Mart, 1971-1972. He is now with fellow Troopers in the great Patrol Office in the sky, raising hell no doubt! Rest in Peace John.
November 23, 2015
We at the Capitol Mall Patrol Office will very much miss John. He will forever be in our hearts. God Bless the Heise family.
November 23, 2015
I'm very sorry for the huge loss his family and close friends will endure. I always enjoyed working with John. He worked hard and was always dependable and very helpful as well as enjoyable because of his wonderful humor. RIP John.
Judy Haues
November 23, 2015
We knew John as a fellow OSP brother in blue. What a great guy. He was so dedicated to his profession. Prayers of comfort to his family. He will be missed by many.
Chuck & Judy Hayes
Salem, Oregon
Kathye Fultz
November 22, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
November 21, 2015
What a great guy. He was fun and enjoyed a little Chrismas lighting competion in years past with us. Always willing to help folks. We're so sorry for you loss.
The Stanley family
Don Erickson
November 20, 2015
John as a founding member of the Willamette Valley Bonsai Society was very helpful to me as I worked on my own trees. I enjoyed his humor and happy go lucky humor. I will miss him as I am sure will many members of the Bonsai Community. Out prayers and best wishes go out to Sue and the family.
November 20, 2015
What a fun and generous person. I'm going to miss him and his sense of humor. My condolences to Sue and the rest of the family.
John downloading some bing cherries on lava trip.
Glenn Maki
November 20, 2015
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