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Douglas Heimbach Obituary

Douglas "Doug" E. Heimbach, 64, husband of Denise M. (Curry) Heimbach, passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at University of Penn Hospital. Born in Pottstown, he was the son of the late Douglas and Carol (Miller) Heimbach. Doug's big passion in life was motorcycles. He enjoyed riding them, building them, and working on them. He liked to listen to rock N roll, blues, and metal rock music. Doug was known for having a giant sweet tooth; he certainly loved his candy. In his down time, Doug could always be found tinkering around the garage as he was very mechanically inclined. Surviving along with his wife, Denise of 14 years, is his daughter Kimberly Gwilliam, wife of Brandon; daughter Jennifer Messina, wife of Frank; sister Diane Heimbach; grandchildren Leah and Miles Messina; and his beloved dog Quincy. He is predeceased by his brother David "Porky" Heimbach. A viewing will be held on Thursday, February 20, 2025, from 10:00AM-12:00PM at Catagnus Funeral Home (711 N. Franklin St., Pottstown, PA 19464). A time of sharing remembrances will immediately follow the viewing. Burial will be held privately by the family at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (https://www.stjude.org/) in Doug's name.

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Published by WFMZ-TV 69 News on Feb. 18, 2025.

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Kathy Daya

February 23, 2025

So sorry to hear of Dougs passing. He was a great man and will be missed ny many. My sincere condolences to his wife, children and family.

Kimmy

February 19, 2025

Losing him is painful, and I don´t think that pain will ever fully go away. I can picture him now: he´s on the other side, riding his motorcycle through the clouds, wind in his beard, engine roaring, no more limits. Just open roads and endless skies.

Daddy, we love you. We miss you. And I hope wherever you are, you´re riding free.

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John Gill

February 19, 2025

Knew Doug back in the day, he used wrench my shovelhead Harley before I knew what I was doing.
Was sad to hear of his passing

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