Michael T. Heffner

Michael T. Heffner "Mike" died peacefully on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at the age of 65 after a 13-mo. battle with Glioblastoma Gd4 and was greeted in heaven by his loyal Baxter. He will be eternally remembered by his loving wife Gail (Long); daughter Danielle Garner (fiancé Matthew Almquist); son Dylan Graver; grandchildren Craig Graver; Sarah & Nicholas Garner; parents Thomas & Sally (Schray) Heffner; brothers Timothy Heffner and David Heffner (wife Carol); brother-in law David Long (wife Janet); nieces Amy & Ashley Heffner, Bryne Bair (husband Jason), and Meagan Moffit (husband Lewis); nephews Kyle Beisel (wife April), Chad Beisel and Christopher Long (wife Courtney); and great nephews Paxton Bair, Jameson Beisel, and Zachary & Kian Moffit. Born in Allentown, Mike spent most of his life in the Northampton Area. He attended the Northampton Area Vo-Tech School and graduated from the Northampton Area High School in 1978. Mike's work ethic was unparalleled. He began working as a young teen for Al Michael's Concessions and never stopped since. He migrated to electrical work, carpentry, building maintenance and then owning his own concession stands. Mike traveled with S&S Amusements for several years as their electrician. He started Heffner Enterprises Inc. (commercial construction / electrical contracting / building maintenance) in 1996; MTHCO, Inc. in 2005, and MGH Services in 2012. In 2009 along with his partners who helped create/build Reaper's Revenge (Haunted Attraction) in Scott Township, PA. Mike's mastermind of construction and insight into how amusement rides work is an integral part of Reaper's continued success. Mike also held his PA Amusement Ride Inspector License. In addition, Mike was also a co-owner of PA Escape Rooms in Dickson City. Partners in both life and business since 2003, Mike and Gail celebrated their 17th wedding anniversary on October 18, 2025. Together always, they shared a love of family, music, art, travel and each other. They went on many family camping adventures, trips to the shore, Disney World, the Caribbean and Mexico. Holidays were his forte, and gatherings were his delight. Mike was an avid train enthusiast. He could often be found taking in the sights at a local train yard or riding a local day excursion. An accomplished model railroader, he and his grandson Craig built an elaborate HO gauge layout complete with sound, lights and working scenery. A licensed pyrotechnician, Mike, worked with Celebration Fireworks to light up the sky and make some noise for everyone to enjoy. He was also a talented musician playing the accordion as a boy, the guitar and the piano. Mike's kind good heart, infectious smile and love of having fun was evident in everything he did. He was always willing to help a friend, neighbor or stranger no matter what the task. Mike was a true leader, an insightful entrepreneur and a wonderful mentor to anyone who had the privilege of working with him. Mike's legacy will continue through the lives of those he touched. A private service will be held at the discretion of the family. A Celebration of Life for his friends and family will be held on Saturday November 8, 2025, 3PM-7PM at Seiple's Farm, 5761 Nor Bath Blvd, Bath, PA 18014. Contributions in Mike's memory can be made to the Glioblastoma Foundation (www.glioblastomafoundation.org).