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James Heider, age 65, of Auburndale, FL and formerly of Toledo, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, September 10, 2013, while on vacation in Germany to visit the Porsche Museum and Plant in Stuttgart. He had recently restored a 356 Porsche of his own and always wanted to see the factory in Germany. He was an avid car buff and was also restoring a '31 Model A Victoria and a '36 Ford Cabriolet. He was born June 15, 1948, in Toledo to Mr. and Mrs. Robert (Jean Hayes) Heider and worked many years for AT&T as a telephone engineer. He received his BBA from the University of Toledo and his MBA from North Central College, Naperville, IL. He was proud to be an Eagle Scout. He was also a U.S. Army veteran.
Survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Cheryl Heider; sons, Daniel (Michelle) Heider of Chicago, IL and Michael (Anna) Heider of Clearwater, FL; grandson, Henry James Heider; brother, Roger Heider of Toledo; sister, Gretchen (Dwaine) Nemire of Monclova and mother, Jean Heider of Toledo. He was preceded in death by his father.
Friends will be received at Blanchard-Strabler Funeral Home (1163 W. Sylvania at Lockwood, 419-269-1111) on Thursday from 4-8 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday at 10 a.m. at Blessed Sacrament Church (Bellevue at Castlewood). Burial, Roselawn Memorial Park, LaSalle, MI.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the Prostate Cancer Foundation: http://www.pcf.org/memory/special or mail: 1250 Fourth St., Santa Monica, CA 90401 or to the Florida Suncoast Basset Rescue: 5200 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL 33606.
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Ken Wenninger
September 10, 2020
I often think of Jim and the close friendship we had growing up. He was such an amazing influence in my life. Here’s to you, my friend!
Best,
Ken Wenninger
Seattle
Mike & Mary Wiegand
September 25, 2013
We were saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Heider family. May your fond memories help you during this difficult time. With deepest sympathy.
Sam Wasmundt
September 25, 2013
I work at the phone company in Engineering and knew Jim well. So sad, what a great guy too! My sincere condolences.
September 19, 2013
Cheryl and family,
It was very nice meeting many of you tonight. I'm sure Jim was very proud of the two fine sons he raised. It's obvious Jim was surrounded by a loving family and will be greatly missed. I hope the memories of all the happy times you shared with Jim will help see you through this difficult time. You have my deepest condolences.
Don Weber, Start Class of '66
Tim and Carol McDonald
September 18, 2013
Our thoughts are with the Heider family at this sad time. Jim was such a quiet, friendly and kind person, during our years as classmates at Start High and through the years as a fellow AT&T employee. We are so very sorry for your loss.
Terry & Jim Kinney
September 18, 2013
I am so very sorry to read this. I think often of Mrs, Heider, Gretchen and Roger.Jim & the entire family are in my thought and prayers always.Love, Jim Kinney & Terry(Roesner)Kinney.
Yvette Ramirez
September 18, 2013
Thinking of you during this time of sorrow... My condolences to the Heider family. May God bless you and keep you in this time of grief and lift you up with the memories you have shared.
Marilyn Hemmert
September 18, 2013
Cheryl and Family,
I was very sad to learn of Jim's passing. I will always have fond memories of him. He always had a big smile and how he loved his Model A's! My sincerest sympathy- Marilyn Hemmert
Tom Smith
September 17, 2013
It is sad news to read about Jim's passing. I was also a member of Blessed Sacrament Boy Scout Troop 88 in the early '60s and have nothing but good memories of Jim. Everybody liked and admired Jim and his Dad.
September 17, 2013
Roger and Gretchen,
It has been a lot of years since we last spoke or have seen each other. I grew up with Jim and troop 88 at Blessed Sacrament. Jim will be missed. I was at his board of review for Eagle Scout.
Sorry for your loss
Bob Langenderfer
Simpsonville SC
Paul Finn jr.
September 17, 2013
I am sorry to hear about Jim's passing. I have alot of good memories from good old BS, Start Hi, scouts and our fathers. Jim and your family are in my prayers. I am sorry to hear about Jim's passing but glad he was doing what he wanted. Thank you Jim and the Heider family for being our friends so many long and wonderful years ago. GOD BLESS Paul Finn jr.
Dee Carr
September 17, 2013
My condolences to all of Jim's family and friends. A life gone to early. Blessings. Dee Carr (Start Hi Class of '66)
Sue DeMoe
September 17, 2013
Sorry to hear this sad news. Jim was a class mate at Start High School. I am sure he will be missed. My name at the time was Sue Kunke.
Lois Aey
September 17, 2013
Cheryl and family,
As a fellow classmate of Jim (Class of '66), we heard of Jim's passing. Our sincere sympathy and prayers to you all during this very difficult time. Lois Blanchard Aey
September 16, 2013
Roger and Gretchen:
So sorry for your loss. We will keep all of you in our prayers.
Mark and Linda Collins
September 16, 2013
Jim, you were a great friend and a tremendous influence in my life from the time we were in grade school. You will be greatly missed.
Ken Wenninger
Seattle, WA
Donna Woods-Brown
September 16, 2013
Cheryl and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I can't even imagine the added pain of being in Germany at the time. Please know we are holding you all in prayer and are here if you need anything at all.
Thomas Strassner
September 16, 2013
So sorry to read this obit. Worked on Model A's with Jim in the late 60's and he was a great guy.
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