Rebecca Brell "Becky" Heater

Rebecca Brell "Becky" Heater

Rebecca Heater Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Nov. 12 to Nov. 14, 2014.
Heater Rebecca "Becky" Brell Heater, 54, passed away quietly on November 10, 2014 in her home in Columbus, Oh after many years of medical challenges. Becky was born and raised in Maumee, Oh, the middle of three girls, attended McAuley High School and the Ohio State University where she earned her BSN. She was a proud RN, working in the burn unit and the oncology unit at Toledo and OSU Hospitals and later at Careworks. She had a true compassion for her patients, their families and her profession. She was also a proud and loyal Buckeye. Becky is survived by her husband, Thomas Heater; six stepchildren; four step grandchildren; her father, Thomas Brell; sisters, Bridget Brell Holt and Gretchen Brell Schroeder (Rich); in-laws, Harry and Barbara Heater; nieces, Rachael Holt Gray (Peter), Jillian and Natasha Zientek; nephew, Benjamin Holt; and great nephews, Henry and George Gray. Becky doted on her nieces and nephew when they were young - she loved giving them dollars on their birthdays, one dollar for every year-and relished in their later accomplishments (Buckeyes all) and chosen professions. She was preceded in death by her mother Joanne Siedel Brell and her beloved basset hound Bailey. She will be sadly missed by family and friends. The family is having a celebration of her life on Saturday, November 15 with a Mass at St. Joseph's Church in Maumee at 11 a.m. with a luncheon following at Degage Jazz Cafe, 301 River Rd., Maumee, Oh. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions to the Joanne Seidel Brell Fund at the Toledo Community Foundation at 300 Madison Ave., Suite 1300, Toledo, Oh 43604. Online condolences can be made at www.OhioCremation.org

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December 30, 2014

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November 16, 2014

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November 14, 2014

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Angie Flint

December 30, 2014

Becky,
There is a song entitled Carry Your Candle; a metaphor for how we should all go and bring light to our world. Your presence was brightening, enlightening, warm, for all those whom were blessed to truly know you. I pray you know the difference you made in this world.

Mary Bruning-Forshey

November 16, 2014

Gretchen, Bridget and Mr Brell,
So sorry for your loss. Joan and I were just talking about the summers at HDCC and McAuley HS. Our prayers are with you!

John & Janet Guy

November 14, 2014

Tom, Bridget, Gretchen, and family: We are so saddened to learn the news of the passing of Becky. Unfortunately we didn't have the pleasure of knowing her. We are so sorry for you loss. Our sincere condolences to you and the Brell and Heater families.

Jodi Catanzarite

November 14, 2014

Loved working with Becky at OSU, she was the most compassionate and caring nurse. I learned so much from her. She spoke so highly of her loving family. May she finally rest in peace.

Artie and Diane Zook

November 13, 2014

Tom and Family
Our deepest sympathy in the passing of Becky. She helped with everything and everyone. We are sure that she is in peace now up in heaven

November 13, 2014

So sorry to hear about Rebecca. My deepest sympathy.

Irene Marhis

November 13, 2014

Harry and Barbara Heater....sorry to read about the loss of your daughter-in-law. Although I am just a neighbor, I wanted to send my prayers and condolences to you two and your other family members and friends. Sending hugs too.

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