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Christopher Heck Obituary
He was born in Rutland April 29, 1963, the son of Edward and Virginia (Cameron) Heck.
He attended local schools and his first job after school was at Killington Corp. as a snowmaker. Later, until he was disabled, he worked as a roofer and painter.
Christopher loved nature and the outdoors - hunting, fishing and working in the woods were a source of great joy.
The family wishes to thank "friends of Bill," both professional and personal, who stood by him in his lifelong struggle.
Surviving are his mother, Virginia, of Rutland; his son, Christopher J. Heck Jr.; two brothers, Henry Heck (Kim) and Peter Heck (Susan); his special friend, Elizabeth; and by his former wife, Linda Heck-Groce.
He was predeceased by his father.
There are no visiting hours.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1:00 p.m. at Christ the King Church. Officiating will be Rev. Justin Baker, pastor. A reception will follow.
Contributions may be made to The Boys & Girls Club, 71-77 Merchants Row, Rutland, VT 05701.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Heck
Roberta Tedesco-Senn
February 16, 2014
To the entire Heck family. I don't really know what can be said other than I'm so sorry for your loss. It was a long hard road he was on. May he rest in peace!
One of our good times, Brattleboro, VT
Ellen Tyler
January 30, 2014
Chris I will miss you and our good times together. You will be with me in my heart forever. Rest in peace my love.
Ellen Tyler
January 30, 2014
Ed Seager
January 27, 2014
Heck family,
Tim and I send our condolences for the loss of an old Seabury St. boy. He was a good guy with a great sense of humor. Will remember him fondly.
Peggy (Patrick) Ricketts
January 26, 2014
My condolences to the Heck family. I went to Rutland Jr. High School with Chris. In times of sorrow, may memories of all the good times bring you peace.
Peggy (Patrick) Ricketts
January 26, 2014
My thoughts and prayers to the Heck family. I remember Chris from Rutland Jr. High School. In times of sorrow, may memories of all the good times bring you peace.
Stella Shaw/Czarnecki
January 25, 2014
So sorry for your loss of a son and brother who you all loved. Many good memories I have of Chris growing up with him.May God Bless you all
mark tittemore
January 24, 2014
rest in peace friend....
MARY LOU ESPOSITO
January 24, 2014
Henry and Kim and Family, prayers and thoughts go out to you at this painful time. Chris and I had some good times back in the day.
Kim Garrow
January 24, 2014
Henry & family, so sorry to read about the passing of your brother. May God Bless you, and may your memories give you comfort during this difficult journey.
Julia Redington
January 24, 2014
Nia & Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. I can only say I'm so sorry and mean it from the bottom of my heart.
anita & donny samplatsky
January 23, 2014
so sorry for your loss....hearts r heavy
Sending you love & light.
Jean (Fredette) & Bart Logan
January 23, 2014
Virgina & family,
You have our heartfelt sympathy on the loss of Chris. A young life taken too soon.
“You don't get over it, you just get through it. You don't get by it, because you can't get around it. It doesn't 'get better'; it just gets different. Everyday... Grief puts on a new face.”
When your hearts are empty, filling it with happy memories can help.
You will be in our thoughts and prayers during the difficult days ahead.
Judy Garafano
January 23, 2014
My heart goes out to you with deepest sympathy at this sad time.
Sincerely,
Jo-Ann Brothers
January 22, 2014
Very sorry for your loss. I hope he has as much fun in heaven as we did in Jr. High!
Donna and Larry Fuller
January 22, 2014
Dear Henry and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lori Baxter
January 21, 2014
So sorry for your loss.I grew up with Chris and he will be missed..
Tracy (Clifford) Austin
January 21, 2014
I'm very sorry to hear about Chris' passing. My deepest sympathies to you all.
Patrick (PJ) & Karen Miglorie
January 21, 2014
To the Heck Family,
You are all in our thoughts at this time and we pray the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Laura Wesson
January 21, 2014
Mrs Heck, Henry, Peter and Family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of Chris. I have such fond memories of growing up with Chris. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Louis Giancola
January 21, 2014
Dear Virginia,
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your son, Chris. Losing a child is perhaps the most difficult loss a parent may bear. I pray that you and your family will be comforted by memories of the good times you spent together and the love you shared with Chris.
May you all have peace.
With Sympathy,
Louis Giancola
Christopher Thayer
January 21, 2014
Life goes by us all way too fast, for Chris it was perhaps faster than most. Gods speed to you my old friend, rest easy and always know you were, and are loved by many... May Peace be with you now.
Kevin Thayer
January 20, 2014
Mrs. Heck, Henry and Peter,
I am sorry to hear about Chris. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Rest in Peace Heckter
Cathy Tedesco-Boyea
January 20, 2014
Mrs.Heck, Henry, Peter and family. Very sorry to hear about Chris. We all go way back and my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Nora Jane & Marshall Hier
January 20, 2014
Virgina and Family,
Our thoughts and prayer are with you and your family during this extreme difficult time. May Chris rest in peace.
kerrin duffy
January 20, 2014
So very sorry to hear of Chris' passing. May all of your fondest and most wonderful memories carry each of you through. Rest in peace Chris.
Kerrin Duffy
Nancy Manning
January 20, 2014
So sorry to hear of the passing of Chris. We were childhood friends and my prayers and hugs go out to the Heck family.
Brent
January 20, 2014
Rest in Peace cousin.
Chrissy Tedesco-Martens
January 20, 2014
I am so sorry to hear about Chris. I have a lot of fond memories of him. My heart goes out to you all. May Chris rest in peace and may you all find peace in the happy times you shared.
Bill Sargent
January 20, 2014
I am sorry about Chris has on.I work with him at Killington.He made job easy fun. rest in peace my friend
Bill Sargent
January 20, 2014
I am sorry to Chris has on. I work with him at Killington.Had a lot fun working him.Rest Peace my friend
Hope, George & Nana
January 20, 2014
Nia, Henry, Peter and families,
We are so sorry to hear about Chris. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you go thru yet another difficult time. Much love and strength to you all.
Cindy Moyer (DPW)
January 20, 2014
To The Heck Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathi Bates-Broadwell
January 20, 2014
Aunt Nia, Henry, Peter and families,
I am so sorry to read about Chris. Have good memories of when we were little. Although it is hard to bear,he is in a better place now. Much love to you.
Debra Heck
January 20, 2014
To the entire Heck family
It can be so hard to face the new year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through this very hard time..
You are all in my heart and Prayers.
Cathy Boyea
January 20, 2014
So sorry to here about Chris. My heart goes out to all of you during this difficult time, my condolences to the family.
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