Jay M. Heckenkamp passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, at 9:34 a.m. on Saturday, March 4, 2023.
Jay is survived by his loving wife, Diane Reeve Heckenkamp; their children, Brandy Heckenkamp (Kurt Browning), Claire Carlin (Derrick Carlin), and Matthew Heckenkamp; and grandchildren Aurora, Kamden, and Margot.
A graduate of McCluer High School, Jay is the son of the late Roy and Donna Heckenkamp, and is a loving brother, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, and friend.
Jay was a Dental Lab Technician, briefly joined staff at Affton High School, and for nearly 20 years he very happily drove the Zamboni at Affton Hockey Rink. Throughout his life, Jay enjoyed every sport, especially those his kids played. Jay's nicknames include Sweetie Pie, Jaybird, and JayMan.
Through his generous gift to Mid-America Transplant Association, Jay will continue to live on beyond the love in our hearts.
A celebration of Jay's life for family and friends will be scheduled at a later date.
In lieu of flowers: Please donate in Jay's name to Rainbows for Kids, a 501 (c)(3) charity in the greater St. Louis Area that works with families of children with cancer and other serious situations.
By Mail: Rainbows for Kids, 7221 Waterford Drive, Affton, MO 63123
Online: Donate | RainbowsForKids.org