John Raymond Heckman (76) of Pembroke Pines, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 15th, 2022. He was born on September 4th, 1945, in Wood County, Ohio to the late Ray and Ruth Heckman. John is survived by his wife of 48 years, Prop, their son Thomas and daughter Katrina and her husband David Livengood, and grandchildren Lucy, Brynn and Andrew. He is also survived by his brother, Richard and his wife Connie Heckman.
He was preceded in death by his sister Lois and her husband Lloyd Hill, and also his brother Russel Heckman and his wife Nancy.
John retired from Macys in 2009 after working for 28 years in the Miami/Florida headquarters of Burdines and then Macys. He enjoyed cheering on the South Florida sports teams, and took great pride in growing citrus and other exotic fruits at home. During retirement he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, traveling, cruising and volunteering with AARP Tax Aide Service.
Funeral services for John will be held at St Paul Lutheran Church in Weston, Florida on Sunday, March 20th, 2022 at 2:30 PM. The address is 580 Indian Trace, Weston, FL 33326. Family and friends will be received at the church prior to the funeral, beginning at 2:00 PM. The service will also be live streamed and can be viewed with the below link:
Followed by the service there will be a reception held at the church gathering hall at 3:00 PM on Sunday, March 20, 2022
Graveside committal service will be at the South Florida National (VA) Cemetery on Thursday, March 31st, 2022 at 1:00 PM. Please arrive promptly at 12:45, as the service is only for 15 minutes. The address is 6501 S. State Road 7, Lake Worth, Florida 33449. Please meet his family in Lane #3.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to: St Paul Lutheran Church, 580 Indian Trace, Weston, FL 33326 or to Feeding South Florida, 2501 SW 32 Terrace, Pembroke Park, FL 33023 or at:
https://stpaulweston.com/donate/
Services entrusted to: Boyd-Panciera Family Funeral Care, 1600 N. University Drive, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024.
St. Paul Lutheran Church at Weston
St. Paul Lutheran Church at Weston
St. Paul Lutheran Church at Weston
South Florida National Cemetery
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Kirk Ward
March 18, 2022, 1:31 pm
I didn’t know John but I work with Katrina, and knowing how great she is means that John must have been a great father and great person. I hope you all are able to remember the best of times and celebrate him fully.
Rosario Caceres-Celik
March 18, 2022, 8:50 pm
I got to know John as an AARP Tax Aide Volunteer for the last 3 or 4 years, a great human being, compassionate and free of worries. After receiving a farewell email from him to let us know about his health condition, we showered him with gratitude and appreciation for his kindness and his big heart. I’m so glad I had the opportunity to meet such a sweet and wonderful person. John we’ll see you one day!!
Cuddalore P Natarajan
March 18, 2022, 9:00 pm
I worked with John as an AARP tax preparer at The SWRL Regional library foand r over 5 years. Though older than him, his encouraging words to me to help others pushed me forward still rings in my ears. I will miss him, his constant smile and encouraging words to everyone around him.
May his soul merge with God and be in peace!
Cuddalore (CP)
Parthenia
March 19, 2022, 6:03 pm
I didn’t know Mr. Heckman but I know his wife, Prop. Working with Prop allowed me to see her sweet spirit and I’m most certain that his spirit was sweet as well. Condolences and prayers for your family and friends…rest well.
Fred narayanan
March 19, 2022, 8:09 pm
I have volunteered in AARP with John for the past 4 years in the Sheridan Library. He was a very friendly and kindhearted person and always ready to help when needed. He was a compassionate and happy person. While it is sad and unfortunate that John nis no longer with us, I will cherish the good times we spent together. May his soul rest in peace.
Brenda TranumnDixon
March 20, 2022, 9:49 am
I could not have worked with a nicer man. Always had a smile. I will remember how kind he was to me.
Yvonne-Block Advisors
March 20, 2022, 4:07 pm
May God continue to comfort you during this time. Prop, your Block Advisors family is praying for you and family. May You have peace in knowing that your loved one is with the angels now…….