My condolences to the family. You are in my prayers.

Paul, We love you and stand with you in this difficult time.

Love, Clint, Tammie, Kathleen, and Joy

Heather you are an ANGEL sent into our lives. You cherished your family and friends and spent your time here on this earth bringing people together and keeping them together. Thank you for touching our lives in a way we will always remember. We have many wonderful memories of time we spent together. Peace be with you. WE LOVE YOU!

Paul,

My sincere condolences. It’s been a long time since I have seen or talk with you but I want you to know that my heart goes out to you and your family.

Kindest Regards,

Linda Howard Shaft Hairdresser w/Carnival 1979-1989

I will miss you Heather, but I know one day we will see each other again.

Love always,

Bernie

Paul, I’m still not over the shock so I cannot imagine what this is like for you. Having just received Heather’s Christmas card earlier this week, it warms my heart. I know it gave her great pleasure to be in touch with friends near and far, old and new..she will be forever in my thoughts and prayers. If this reunion she so wanted to be a part of takes place, it will be in her memory and we’ll celebrate her life. She will be missed by all.

Columba

Paul, and Marion, Clint, and Liz:

We all loved Heather, and I have since she and I were toddlers, but I can’t imagine how hard it must be for you. Please know we love you and you have not left our thoughts since we heard this awful thing.

We loved Heather.

Our condolences to you Paul, and the Wilkinson family.

I was writing your Christmas card when I heard the news on Monday morning and was so shocked. I can only imagine how tough it is for you.

It was always great to get Heather’s card each year and though she won’t be personally sending them anymore I am sure that everyone will continue to remember her each year at this special time.

Very sorry for your loss.

May Heather rest in peace.

Dear Paul how shocked and sad I was to hear of your loss. Heather touched a lot of lives with love and laughter and will be missed by many.It had been a while since I had heard from Heather but she contacted me regarding the reunion cruise. I am looking at a photo of her and a group of us leaving the Carnival for dinner in Nassau. Those we love stay with us always. From memory we live. Goodnight and God Bless Heather.

You are in my thoughts and prayers Paul, God give you strength at this very sad time. Love Jackie xx

I am so shocked and saddened by Heather’s passing. After all these years of fond and funny memories, I actually thought we might reunite for a while. She was a lovely, sweet person and will be mourned by every one whose life she ever touched.

You have my deepest condolences, and you will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time and always.

Sincerely,

Susan A. Schoen

So sorry to hear of Heathers Passing Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your Family

Love

sunil and Maribeth

Paul, Clint and family,

Butch and I are so sad to hear about Heather. We grieve with you as we remember her warmth and beauty.

I’ve spent years telling everyone stories of all the fun times with everyone at Carnival. I made so many friends but Heather was always one that kept everyone together. She was the highlight of all our times. I had been out of touch until she started planning the reunion. I realized how much I missed everyone and I will always thank Heather for giving me back the memories. I’m so sorry for your loss. I know she will be missed by many.

We love and miss you Heather. Your joyful spirit will always be with us.

Paul: No words can describe how sorry I am for your loss. May you find some peace in knowing she is in very good hands.. See you soon.

Monica LoMonaco from Canada, the Mardi Gras & Tropical

Dearest Heather, I miss you and will never forget the fun times we had together during our cruising days, and how I always got such a great kick out of when I made you laugh, I can still hear it. I hope you are smiling down upon us and that we see you with every star that twinkles, and you touch us with every drop of rain and ray of sun.

May you soar with eagles dearest Heather and ride on the wind.I will always remember you and we will all keep you in our hearts forever.

Farewell dear friend.

My deepest condolences to you Paul and we are all thinking of you in this time of great pain and sorrow.

Heather was one of my most adored cousins! I babysat for her when I was 16-one of my best experiences. There is not enough space for my memories!She recently told me I bought her first bikini! She is now with those who have gone before her. Say hello to them, my

dear, beautiful Heather. And to you, Paul, the beautiful memories will last forever and ever. My love to all of the family.

Kim Chapman Clark

Heather,

Your family will miss you very much.

Paul stay strong.

God bless you in your time of need

I just read the Florida Today obituaries and was so shocked and sad. I first knew Heather back in the days when her mother and I were teachers at Palm Bay Elementary. There couldn’t be a mother who is more proud of her children. My heart aches for you, Marion. Love and prayers to you, Liz and Clent, and to all who loved and adored Heather!

Heather, I will miss you lots, especially our summer get-togethers, talking, shopping and eating lets not forget the Cheesecake Factory and then more talking. Summers in fla. will not be the same.

Heather, my friend I miss you.

You were so joyfull and energetic.

I will miss our talks and our times together. You always cared so much about others and their well being.

Paul my thoughts go out to you and the tremendous grief you are going through.

I love you Heather, Your friend Gerda

Dear Marion and Family,

Words cannot begin to express our sadness to hear about Heather. Our hearts go out to all of you. John and Nancy

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. We’ve known Heather since she was a toddler and she was very dear to us. Can’t imagine your pain. We’re so glad to have seen her last year.

Our Love,

Flake and Clara Adkins

Paul, Mary Lou and I want you to know that we share in the profound sense of loss that Heather’s passing has visited upon us. I knew you both from those marvelous late August parties at Brian’s house. Your lovely Bride was always there with a quick wit, cheerful smile and lovely laugh. You were a wonderful team. We were blessed to have you both in our lives. I’m certain that she would want us to carry on and we should honor her by doing so. We would love to share a cup with you and reminice

Dear Paul,

Though Heather and I did not stay in contact, I am so saddened by her passing. I can tell you that she was genuinely one of the nicest people I have ever met. Heather always had a smile and a positive thought for any and all she met. I will keep you both in my prayers.

Paul our deepest condolences. Be strong my friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

From an old Jr/Sr high classmate who hasn’t seen Heather since graduation but has never forgotten her. Heather was not someone anyone would forget. May God’s arms surround her family in comfort.

Heather was an inspiration to myself and others who were in all of the Mel-Hi bands with her. Her courage and determination made her strong, and her sweet spirit and smile made her Heather. Thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Paul, news of your loss reached us on the other side of the world, we send out heartfelt condolences. If I can be of any assistance, you know where to find me after 01/19/09, keep her memory alive…

Paul, Clint, Liz & Marion,

Our hearts are so saddened by Heather’s passing and the pain it must cause you. She was a bright star. What a gorgeous smile. You have our prayers and our sincere condolences.

Paul, Across the miles we share your sadness and your loss.We had some great times together and Heather will continue to live on in our hearts and memories.

Dear Paul

Please accept my sympathies. May the peace that comes with memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.

Heather was a beautiful person, inside and out. She will remain in my heart as one of the most special people I got to know in my 7 years with Carnival. I am so saddened by her passing and wish I had not lost touch with her. All we can do is thank God for allowing us the time we did have with such a wonderful person – she touched many hearts and made a difference. May God Bless Paul and the family.

I worked for Carnival Cruise Lines for several years as a Purser. When I transfered departments to work in the casino to be able to be with my then fiancee’ Adam who worked for Seachest Associates, Heather was my first Casino Manager. She took one look at me and said “Juanita…Juanita…Juanita, I smell trouble…!” I promised her I would behave. She was not only my boss–she was my friend. Paul and Adam worked together in the early days of Seachest Associates. Adam was the F & B Mgr. onboard, Paul worked in the Carnival Corporate Office. We were close. She would often ask Adam for her favorite dish…gnocci with meat sauce. :-

I have been fortunate to count Heather and Paul as friends for 20 years. Heather I will never forget you sweet girl.

Heather was one of our best friends. We have had such amazing memories with her and some of our best times were spent in both Heather and Paul’s company. We will miss her amazing personality and spirit. We love you Heather and you will always be with us in our thoughts and prayers.

Love Always,

Connie and Richard

Dear Paul, I know that there are no words that may alleviate your pains, but please accept my deepest condolances for your loss.

Heather Heather Heather, what a wonderful friend you have always been to us, we have so many fond memories of you. We will always miss you and you will be forever in our thoughts.

Paul stay strong, our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

Love ya x

Just to let you know, my thoughts and prayers are with all of the family. I grew up and went to school with Heather in Palm Bay. Her Dad was one of my teachers. I am so saddened by the news. I will always remember her energy and beautiful spirit!

May you find peace in this time of sorrow.

As we send this message, we are still so shocked and saddened by Heather’s passing. We are thinking about all the wonderful times and memories we have shared with Heather and Paul over the last 20+ years. We feel blessed to have known Heather and it was an honor to be her friend. We are confident Heather is smiling down on us and now she is with her dad. We will miss her terribly, but her memory will always be with us. Our thoughts and prayers are with Paul and the family at this difficult time.

With loving thoughts, Patty, Derek and Makayla

To the Wilkinson & Gavin Families,

I haven’t seen Heather for many, many years.

It seems so odd, but my family and I just returned from a Carnival Cruise December 28th. While on board, my Mother asked me if I had been in touch with Heather. After returning home, I read the obituary in Florida Today.

Even though we didn’t keep in touch, I still have great memories of the times we spent together in Melbourne.

It’s always sad to lose someone…and reading the guestbook…she touched many people all over the world.

I am so deeply sorry for your loss.

With heartfelt sympathy,

Sherri Platt Otcenasek

Regrettably I’ve not spoken with Heather since HS graduation, but was fond of her and admired her for the beutiful person she was. I am saddened by this news as I know many are. My heart goes out to her family. God bless.

John “Buddy” Stuckey

Dear Paul and the Gavin and Wilkinson Families,

The tears and heartache have been almost too much to bear for we will miss Heather’s beautiful presence in our lives.

Paul, we love and pray for you and your family as you brought Heather all the happiness and love in the world.

Mom, Clint, Tamara, Kathleen and Joy, we are with you in love, strength and spirit as we were blessed and honored to have Heather be a great part of our family.

I know that Heather is with our Lord and the Angels and with our father, Carl C. Wilkinson Jr. smiling down on us and helping us cope in these difficult times.

Heather, we will see in Heaven, my dear sister! God bless you and rest in peace.

“IMMORTALITY”

Do not stand at my grave and weep,

I am not there,

I do not sleep.

I am a thousand winds that blow,

I am the diamond glint on the snow,

I am the sunlight on ripened grain,

I am the gentle autumn rain.

When you awake in the morning’s hush,

I am the swift, uplifting rush,

Of the quiet birds in circling flight,

Of the purring kitties that make everything all right,

I am the soft star shine of night.

Do not stand at my grave and cry,

I am not there,

I did not die.

Dear Paul and family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. It’s not easy losing your loved one, especially during the Holiday season. I know because I lost my brother years ago on New Year’s Eve.

Time heals all wounds but we never forget them as they will live in our hearts forever.

Life is only as good as you live it and you never know how long you have it for so let’s live it as much as we can, which I’m sure Heather did.

Good luck to you and be strong as I’m sure Heather would want that.

Francine Bourque

CCL Purser

1980 to 1982 and 1985 to 1992

Dear Paul and Family,

Our most sincere condolences to each of you at this time of incredible loss. My heart breaks for each of you as you mourn the loss of wife, daughter, sister, Aunt, cousin, or friend. Heather leaves this world a better place with all she did and the people she touched. She will be greatly missed.

With love,

Rae, Rob, and Bailey Bolton

Paul and Family,

I knew Heather for the past 8 years. We became associated through business where she had a strong passion to give great customer service with the highest level of integrity. She always tried to go the extra mile to help the clients.

Heather is now in heaven where she is face to face with Our Lord and where there is no more pain and sorrow. She is with her Dad too who she sorely missed.

She was a good friend who shared my passion for pink flamingos.

See you again Heather,

Paul, We are all here for you.

Joanie

We are forever one in spirit and in the love of God. At all times our strength comes from knowing God’s presence is within each of us and we are never separate from Him. In the stillness of prayer, we give ourselves time to acknowledge God’s precious, embracing love, and our hearts are comforted by knowing that we are eternally connected to our loved ones through the Christ Presence that strengthens and heals all.

With enthusiasm, we celebrate and give thanks for the joy of knowing Heather who lived a life full of vitality, harmony,special talents and limitless blessings. Heather holds a special place in our hearts,our prayers and our memories. Praying from a faith deep within us, we trust God to surround, heal and protect Heathers’s family and loved ones during this tremendously difficult time. May God cradle each of you in His Love, as only He can. “Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times in all ways. The Lord be with all of you”—2 Thessalonians 3:16

The Hawaiian word aloha is used as a hello and a farewell. With love and affection we say aloha to our dear Heather–wife, daughter, sister,aunt, cousin, co-worker, friend… and though we may be temporarily parted, we remain one in spirit and one in the love of God. And when we are reunited, we will greet our beloved with all the love and affection with which we parted.

Aloha, Heather. Our lives were made richer because of you.

From the loving staff of the office of Dr. Clint Wilkinson, D.M.D. Diane, Mary, Laurie, Heather, Robbi and Betty

I didn’t know at the time what an extraordinary day Dec 3 would turn out to be. Heather and I enjoyed a plum wine and sushi together on Los Olas. And little did I know when I hired Heather to work with me years prior how special of a friend she would become. She always went out of her way to meet me when I came into town. Heather, I saw you in my dream last night! Love ya and Miss ya, Sheryne Glicksman

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Dear Paul,

You are my cousin and even though we see each other rarely, and you have lived in the States for many years I want you to know how very very sad I am for you in your heartbreaking loss. And even though I met Heather only the once at your Mum and Dave’s wedding I found her funny, friendly and so very approachable – a really lovely lady. I cannot begin to know your pain only to tell you we are thinking of you and wishing you all strength that Heather would have wanted you to have.

Shall claim of death cause us to grieve

And make our courage faint and fall?

Nay! Let us faith and hope receive..

Your rose still grows beyond the wall,

Scattering fragrance far and wide

Just as it did in days of yore,

Just as it does on the other side,

Just as it will forevermore.

Keep safe and strong Paul

Glenda Turner

Auntie Mary &

family-Wales

UK

Dear Paul…

Please know that our hearts are broken for you and your family. The news of Heather’s passing is still not believable. We always got a kick out of Heather’s sense of humor and her great ability to always smile and laugh things off. A True Blue Gem that Gal is!!!

All of Love and prayers…

Karen & Garry Sambell

It is with great sadness that we are visiting this guest book, no amount of words can convey the loss of Heather.

Heather touched the lives of so many people, and we will always have the fondest of memories.

Dear Cousin Paul

It was with great shock and sadness to hear about the loss of your lovely Heather.

We only had the pleasure of meeting Heather at the ‘Family Tree’ party held at your mums house.

It seems such an age since Jo & I visited you in Boca Raton. Heather was away on the cruise ships at the time, even so you spoke of her with great affection and it was obvious that you adored each other.

Our thoughts are with you at this

very sad time.

Love and best wishes

Nigel,Joanna,Gareth and Toby Jones

Northampton

England

I will not forget the love Heather had for animals, especially her cat and the kindness she showed me when. I went on my cruise. Heather, you will be missed

Dear Paul,

I am still in shock over the loss of your loving wife and our friend Heather and my deepest sympathies are with you during your time of sorrow. Heather was a beautiful spirit who lived her life with enthusiasm and grace. She will be remembered and missed by the many lives she touched with her charm. She never forgot her friends and always took the time to call when she knew I was in town. I have many fond memories of the dinners with you and Heather, Patti, Derek, Makayla, lunches with the girls, shopping and sharing stories of our beloved cats. I am blessed and honored to have known Heather and she will be dearly missed.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.

Love,

Darlene Spicer, Sint. Maarten N.A.

Don’t think of her as gone away –

Her journey has just begun

Life holds many facets

The Earth is only one

Just think of her as resting

From the sorrows and the tears

In a place of warmth and comfort

Where there are no days and years

Think how she must be wishing

That we could know today

How nothing but our sadness

can really pass away

And think of her as living

In the hearts of those she touched

For nothing loved is ever lost-

And she was loved so much.

~ Ellen Brenneman

There are no words to express the loss I feel…Heather I will miss you. You were a true friend, in every sense, and the memories are never ending. It doesn’t seem right that you were taken from us, so I can only believe you are in a better place now, watching and knowing how much we all love you.

Paul, know we are thinking of you…..

Janice & Enzo

I am sorry to learn of Heather’s passing. I enjoyed working with her and I remember her smile and her humor.

Paul

We were so proud to have had Heather in our family.A dear daughter in law to Jean and David,a dear sister in law to Elaine and Steve,a dear aunty to Melissah,Steven and Ian.

She was very special to us all.So kind,thoughtfull and generous.

The children have wonderfull memories of the holidays they spent with you both,especially all the treats!!

Paul,we will never forget Heather,such a sad loss to us all.

Life sometimes can be so unkind.

God bless you.

Mum,Dave,Elaine,Steve,Melissah,

Steven and Ian xxx

So sorry for your very sad loss

Thinking of you

love Auntie Lil Uncle Chris and Carole.

Paul,

Such sad news to hear of Heathers passing,our thoughts are with you at this time.

Love David Jane and Family.

Dear Paul,

We were very shocked and saddened to hear about Heather. When you lose someone very precious, no one else can really know all that you feel, but please know that we are thinking of you. Take care.

With love

Auntie Joan, Uncle Ken

Mark, Julie & Andrew.

To say were shocked is an understatement, and we both share the grief you are obviously enduring. Your story brought back so many memories of tragic circumstances, that it was difficult to respond in a more timely manner, for which I apologise.

Heather, despite onl;y seeing and meeting her on a couple of occasions unfortunately, was an obviously warm loving person who clearly brought much love and warmth into your life. We will remember her with fond memories and be grateful that she, all be it breifly, entered our lives. Every day will be hard Paul, but be strong and remember that many are with you at this time and forever,after the dark days will come many happy memories and live each day as Heather would have wished you to. Thinking of you XXXFrom Karen