Richard Lee Heist, Jr., 52, of Paradise, died on Monday, September 23, 2013 as a result of an truck accident near Roanoke, VA. He was the beloved husband of Judy A. Hollinger Heist with whom he shared 20 years of marriage. Born in Somerset, PA, he was the son of Richard Lee Heist Sr. of Somerset and the late Dolores Weimer Heist.
Richard was employed by Schumaker Trucking.
He is survived, in addition to his wife and father, by one son Richard M. Heist at home, one stepdaughter; Amanda Daily of Narvon, three step grandchildren and two sisters Tammy Higgins of Alexandria, VA and Nancy Heist of Woodbridge, VA. He was preceded in death by one brother Michael Heist and one stepdaughter Heather Daily.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 27, 2013 at 11am from the Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St. Parkesburg followed by interment at the Union Hill Cemetery in Kennett Square, PA. Viewing at the funeral home from 9:30 to 11am.
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With Heartfelt Sympathy
Judy and Family, I am so sorry to hear about the death of your Richard. He is in Heaven now with your Baby Heather and many other family members. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you now and the weeks and months ahead. I pray our Jesus will wrap His loving arms around you and give you strength, comfort and peace. Much Love, Kenny and Cheryl
I will miss you Rick
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Heist Family. I have known Rick for about 17 years now. And I considered him more of a father figure than anything. I consider him one of my closets friends and also his wife Judy. I will never forget you Rick and I will help look after your family and help take care of them. I love you buddy. RIP Rick We will see each toher again someday.
Judy, Ricky and Family - I am
Judy, Ricky and Family - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember the evenings we spent laughing and visiting at The Cracker Barrel when Ricky was still a toddler. Richard was an amazing man and it was an honor and pleasure to know him. Please know that my thoughts and prayers of comfort go out to you.
Heist Family
Judy and Family,
It was such a shock to hear the news of Richards passing. It's always a difficult time when we lose a family member and even more so when they're taken from us early in life. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Dear Judy and Ricky,
Dear Judy and Ricky,
Just want to let you know, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
May the Lord bless you and keep you.
With love and sympathy,
The Lapp family:
Johnny and Annnie
MaryKate,Mandy,Hannah,
Emily,Lavina,Suzetta
Peace be with you and family
Peace be with you and family Judy.
My buddy will be missed.