Richard C. Heinl

Heinl, Richard C- "Dick" passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. He is predeceased by his loving wife, Isabel, and survived by his 3 children, Pamela (Frank) Martocci, Laura Brininger, and R. Scott (Michelle). Dick was blessed to have 6 grandchildren- Caroline and Stephen Martocci, Andrew and Nicholas Brininger, Connor and Shane Heinl and many loving nieces and nephews.
Born on October 24, 1924, Dick was very accomplished in all that he set his mind to do. He was a decorated World War II Veteran with the United States Army: 94th Infantry Division, 376 Expert Infantry Regiment. He was awarded the Bronze Star, Combat Infantry Badge, American Campaign Medal, European-African- Middle East Medal, WWII Victory Medal, and Good Conduct Medal. Once returning from War, Dick went on to pursue a career in Dentistry and Orthodontics. His schooling included a degree from Fordham University, University of Pennsylvania School of Dentistry and then later going on to receive a degree in Orthodontics from Columbia University.
Dick was an accomplished private pilot. He was a founding member and president of the North Shore Ski Club (NSSC), Past President of the Columbia Orthodontic Society, and Member of the Manhasset American Legion Post 304 for 70 years. Dick was a Past President of St. Francis Bravehearts and a volunteer at St. Francis hospital. Dick enjoyed the challenges and thrills of all sports including skiing, golf, tennis, sailing, and many more. There was not a sport that he did not try, enjoy and master.
At 99 years young, Dick enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren and the many friends at the Life Enrichment Center in Oyster Bay where he spent many days participating in programs and having a good time with friends.
A Funeral Mass will be held at the chapel of St. Dominic R.C. Church in Oyster Bay on Friday, March 15th at 10:45 a.m. followed by an interment at Calverton National Cemetery, under the direction of Francis P. Devine Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to: Life Enrichment Center, 45 East Main St. Oyster Bay, NY 11771 or www.lifeenrichmentcenteroysterbay.org in his name.