J. Keith Heinold

1941 - 2024

J. Keith Heinold

Feb 2, 1941 - Aug 15, 2024

J. Keith Heinold, 83, of Valparaiso peacefully passed away at his family's Creston Montana home on Thursday, August 15, 2024. He was born on February 2, 1941, in Valparaiso to Raymond & Marie (Wuethrich) Heinold, graduated from Valparaiso High School, and served in the U.S. Army. In 1966 he returned to become a part of the family business, Heinold Oil Company, which eventually expanded to include Quality Oil Company. He continued to own and operate the company until his retirement in 2015.

On December 14, 1980 his life changed when he dedicated it to Jesus. The happiest moments for him were when he was surrounded by his family, as his love for them was only rivaled by his love for the Lord. He enjoyed traveling across the country with his family, Florida was always a favorite destination, filled with sunshine and laughter. An avid fisherman, he found peace in his time spent on the water. He loved antiquing with his wife Susan, searching for treasures, with Wednesdays at Shipshewana being the highlight of his week.

He is survived by his wife of fifty-seven years, Susan (Belaschky) Heinold, their children; Michael Heinold of Palm Springs, CA; Melinda (Earl) Sanders of Crown Point; Elizabeth Heinold and Katherine (Jeff) Hagen of Kalispell, MT; their grandchildren, Macy Heinold; Drew (Jess) Heinold; Emma Heinold; Miles McCormick; Faye McCormick; Ezekiel Miller and Benaiah Miller; and his sister Mary (Robert) Honegger. He was preceded in death by his parents Raymond and Marie Heinold, his sister, Janet Hari and his brother Phillip Heinold.

A visitation will be held Thursday, August 29th from 4 – 7 pm at Moeller Funeral Home, Valparaiso. The funeral service will be held Friday, August 30th at the funeral home beginning at 11:00 am with burial to follow at Graceland Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to The Parkinson's Foundation.