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Cynthia Heim Obituary
Cynthia G. Heim 86 of Bogota passed away August 16, 2025. Loving daughter of the late Charlotte and Roy Geipel. Beloved wife of the late Richard. Devoted mother of Christopher (wife Joann); Gregory and Jeremy (wife Dawn). Dear sister of Theodore Geipel. Loving grandmother of Jeremy and Grace. Also survived by her loving nieces and nephews. Funeral service at Petrik Funeral Home, 140 Palisade Avenue, Bogota Wednesday evening at 7. Cremation will be private. Visiting Wednesday 3-8pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to St. Jude’s Childrens' Hospital would be appreciated.
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140 Palisade Avenue, Bogota, NJ 07603
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