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William Heffernan Obituary
WORCESTER - William J. Heffernan, III, age 53, passed away on March, 8, 2021.
Born in Worcester, Bill was the son of Mona Cynthia (Mong) Heffernan and the late William J. Heffernan II. He was the brother to Holly (Krelle), Amy (Heffernan), Hillary (Freeley), Aidan (Heffernan) and Courtney (Clark).
Billy, like his father Joe, was gifted with an Irish sense of humor and the ability to make those around him laugh. He was often passionate about activities - skiing and skateboarding in his earlier years. Most recently, he developed a passion for photography in which landscapes were often his topic of choice.
A self-taught guitarist, Bill's love for music was present throughout his life. He also enjoyed cooking and in 2013 earned a culinary certificate.
Billy traveled extensively throughout the U.S. but loved living and working at the Cape the best, for that is where he was happiest.
The funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, March 13th at 11:00 a.m., at Blessed Sacrament Church, 555 Pleasant St., Worcester. COVID guidelines will be followed. Burial in St. John's Cemetery will be held privately.
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Dahlia Siff
March 4, 2022
I went to Doherty with Bill. We reconnected through Facebook a few years back. I had just asked him to let me hear him play the guitar. I had wanted to visit and see his beautiful view in the Cape. I can't believe it's been a year already. It seems like only a month. I wish he was here... Sending big hugs to the family. He had a heart of gold.
Allyson Schrager Ford
March 30, 2021
Just heard that Bill passed. My heart goes out to his family, his friends, everyone who knew and loved him, especially his wicked sense of humor. May he always be at peace. I´ll always miss him. Deepest sympathies to his family.
Lauren Hale
March 20, 2021
Dear Cynthia,
I am very sorry to learn about the loss of your son. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Lauren Hale
Andrew Minasian
March 18, 2021
My deepest condolences to the family. I found out after the fact.... Bill was an old friend a.d a very good one I'm truly sorry for your loss
Fran Lubin
March 17, 2021
So sorry to hear of your son's passing.
Please know my thoughts are with you
in the hope that time will ease your grief.
Mary Hinson
March 17, 2021
Bill was a graduate of the Teaching Kitchen Program Class 17. He showed his love of cooking and stayed connected to us throughout the years. He will be greatly missed. Rest in Peace Bill.
Mark DeBenedictis
March 17, 2021
My deepest condolences to the Heffernan family. Bill was a guy I remember as being witty and a lover of music. May he rest in everlasting peace.
Dahlia Siff Kalvinek
March 15, 2021
I will miss Bill immensely. He was a good friend and a great comfort when I lost my dad. May he rest in peace.
Mary-Louise (Prunier) Eggimann
March 15, 2021
To Cynthia and your family, my deepest condolences.
Bette Walker
March 14, 2021
Mona, my deepest sympathy on the untimely death of your son. You and I worked together briefly many years ago.
Matt and Patty Robert
March 14, 2021
Patty and I offer our deepest condolences on the loss of Bill. We both knew him a long time. He was one of the funniest kids, always lightning fast with a hilarious quip. Bill and I shared a love of listening to and playing music, as well.
Matt Robert
Matt Allard
March 14, 2021
Knew Bill from Newton square always a funny nice guy w lots of good friends RIP
Jane
March 13, 2021
My deepest condolences.
Mary Jane Calhoun- Donelan
March 13, 2021
Dear Mrs. Heffernan, Holly, Amy, Hillary, Aidan, and Courtney,
Looking for another obituary, I was stunned to stumble onto Billy´s obituary. I remember babysitting that cute little high-energy boy! So loved by his family! Seeing his picture, he grew into a handsome man, like his Dad. He and his siblings would turn the jukebox volume up high and jump on the trampoline like the infamous " little monkeys jumping on the bed!" I smile at the memory, but am heartsick with your sadness. Tomorrow you will be in the prayers of the Calhoun Family.
Mary Lou Baizley. Scarborough, Maine
March 13, 2021
Deepest sympathy to the Heffernan family on the loss of your boy.
Elizabeth Moncure Rowe
March 13, 2021
My deepest sympathy. Bill and I had planned to go fishing in June. I will miss him so much, the Cape is not the same without you Bill. Your love was real..
Stephen M. Coghlin
March 13, 2021
R.I.P. Billy, I know it has been a long time since we chatted or hung out. Our families had some great together. I will always cherish those days and our friendship. Going to miss my friend.
Jodilynn Berard-DiPerrio
March 13, 2021
My thoughts and prayers for tghe Heffernan family. Billy was a great soul.
Mary Rowe
March 13, 2021
I remember fondly a happy young fifth grader. Please know I will keep you in my prayers. Miss Rowe
Charlie Melkonian
March 12, 2021
My heart goes out to the whole Heffernan family. Bill was my good old friend. I miss him dearly
Jean M. Navin
March 12, 2021
Dear Mona,
My sincere sympathy in the loss of you son, Bill.
Katie St. John Fay
March 11, 2021
I am so sorry for you loss. I have very fond memories of Billy growing up.
Afshin Daneshmand
March 11, 2021
Our sympathies, thoughts, and prayers to the entire family. May you rest in peace my friend. I'm glad I got to see you on Saturday.
Eirinn Buckley Campaniello
March 11, 2021
I was so sorry to learn of Billy´s death. I have fond memories of his laugh and smile from our days at Flagg Street School. I hope that the good memories of others will help to bring comfort during such a tough time.
Marie Baizley & Matt Rogers
March 11, 2021
Matt and I are so sorry for the loss of your son and brother.
Linda Pytko (last name Giles when you were my favorite teacher)
March 11, 2021
Mona and family, my sympathys go out to all of you
Carolyn Martin
March 11, 2021
I´m so sorry for the loss of your brother Bill. Hope the love of family and friends helps you through these times.
Sam Houston
March 11, 2021
May you rest in peace Bill...My thoughts and prayers are with the Heffernan family
Susan (Harrity) Glatki
March 10, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Billy was larger than life in all that he did. His untimely death is one more insult in this horrible, unending year.
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