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David Eugene Heeley Sr.

FUNERAL HOME

Heritage Funeral Chapel - Peoria

6830 W Thunderbird Rd

Peoria, Arizona

David Heeley Obituary

David Eugene Heeley Sr., 49, passed away December 24, 2007. He was
born Sept. 16, 1958 in Phoenix, AZ to Frank and Mary Heeley. David worked as a Mechanical Engineer for 30 years. He was an admired coach, a counselor, a scholar, a brilliantly intelli-
gent man who inspired many young athletes to attain there goals. Our dearly departed will be missed. He was a dedicated loving husband to, Rosa, and father to daughters, Mary Elizabeth, Valerie Rose, Natalie Nicole and Courtney Brianna and his son, David Eugene II. A visitation will be held Friday, December 28, 2007 from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM with a Rosary at 7:00 PM at Heritage Funeral Chapel 6830 W. Thunderbird Rd. Peoria, AZ. Mass will be held Saturday, December 29, 2007 at 10:00 AM at St. Jerome Catholic Church 10815 N. 35th Ave. Phoenix, AZ. Burial will follow at St. Francis Cemetery.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Dec. 27, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for David Heeley

24 Entries

Troy Valdez

January 16, 2008

Buddy man i'm so sorry. i just now heard. I can't believe it. The first thing that came to mind when i heard, was when he used to take us to school, always giving good advice. my whole families thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Doug, Chris, Stephanie, Tara and Eric Russell

January 3, 2008

Rose and family,

What a wonderful example of a caring, loving husband and father David was. We never saw him without his 1000 watt smile! He was one of the most active dads at St. Jerome and St. Mary's. He always made time to coach and attend his kids games.

We know he will be greatly missed. May God comfort you all.

You are in our thoughts and prayers

Steve Wood

January 2, 2008

Rosa and all the family,

The news of David's untimely calling has hurt all of us that were privileged to have worked with him and gotten to know him.

He was always talking about his family; whether it was the kids sports, etc., it was always "they" and never "I." Know that you all came first in all he did and it was very apparent to all of us.

His is the rarest kind that is never appreciated as much as they should be. He will be missed by all of us.

May God bless you all.

Steve & Cindy Wood
(former SPD colleagues)

BRENDA KIRKPATRICK

January 2, 2008

ROSE AND KIDS, I AM SO SORRY ABOUT EVERYTHING THAT YOU HAVE HAD TO GO THROUGH. THIS IS A TRAGIC LOSS TO ALL. MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU ALL.

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Rick Novy

January 2, 2008

David was a valued colleague and a widely admired engineer. His contributions, both professional and personal, are already greatly missed. My deepest condolences and best wishes as you try to carry on.

Paul Ingersoll

January 2, 2008

Rosa and kids,

I just wanted to let you all know there are a great many of us who worked with David that are here in Austin, TX praying for all of you. For us, David was the expert we turned to when we needed explanations. He meant a lot to all of us.

At the same time, we could all sense his passion for his family. I am learning from David to prioritize my family.

We will certainly miss David's energy and wisdom. I pray that it lives on in all of you.

May God continue to comfort you.

Michelle DeDonatis

December 30, 2007

Our prayers and thoughts are with your family during your time or sorrow. We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss of your husband and father. God Bless each of you. With love Michelle and Desiree DeDonatis

Ryan Cahill

December 30, 2007

Coach Heeley was my first ever baseball coach. I remember being on his tee-ball teams practicing out on the St. Jerome field. He will always hold a special place in my heart as being the first man to coach me in the game I love so much. He was a wonderful coach who always kept us positive, motivated, and the most respectful sportsmen we could be. He will be greatly missed. His engaging smile and positive way about him self was so gratefully contagious. Every greeting he delivered was with a firm handshake and that wonderful smile. To the Heeley family: thank you for sharing him with me. I'll always remember and love you, Coach.

nancy cahill

December 30, 2007

Whenever I think of Dave, I always remember that grin of his! He was such a patient, caring T-ball coach for our boys - what a great introduction to the sport! Those early games were such a hoot - especially when the kids were in the outfield, with everything BUT the game on their mind! I still recall times when every kid on the team would chase after a ball & nobody was left in the infield to throw it to! Or when the lucky person would run it all the way in! Dave always laughed along with the rest of us & I suspect that the adults had more fun than the kids on the field. Even though those days are long ago, they come to mind when I think of Dave.
Please know that all of us who have been touched by Dave's life are praying for him and for all of you. He was a good man who will be missed by many. We were blessed to know him.

Terrie Scott

December 29, 2007

Dear Rosa, and family I am so sorry for your lost. I have worked with David many years and know I will miss him very much. He was always smiling and I enjoyed talking with him. His love was surely his family. I will be praying for you and your family. I will miss seeing him at work and his smile.. May god comfort your family.
God Bless,
Terrie Scott

Judy Clarke

December 29, 2007

Dear Rose and Family, I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Heeley's death, Sr. Monica let me know. I remember him being a good Dad coming to parent teacher conferences when you were in second grade and how proud he was of all of his children. You have been in my thoughts and prayers. My deepest sympathy. Mrs.Judy Clarke former Librarian & second grade teacher St. Jerome School

The Natale's

December 29, 2007

Dear Rose & Family,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
David was so much fun during all of our St.Jerome adventures..football,basketball,
softball,volleyball, mexican food dinners..we admired his passion and dedication and for all that he did..with sincere sympathy.

Memo Romero

December 29, 2007

To Rosa and Family,

Please accept my sincere sympathies for your loss. I knew and worked with Dave professionally at Motorola, first at the 52nd steet plant, then in Tempe. Please know that your husband and father was a great engineer and a good friend. And please know that there are many people like me who may not sign this guestbook, but who feel the same way. We will miss him.

julie, anthony,& michelle davis

December 28, 2007

Dear rosa and family, We were so sorry to hear of your loss. David and you have always been so kind to us. We are still in shock over the news. Our love, support and prayers go out to you. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

Carrie Nicol

December 28, 2007

Hi Rose and Family. My prayers and thoughts are with you and the kids during this very difficult time. David was a great guy and he will be missed. I am so sorry that you have had such a sad thing happen in your family. Let us know if you need anything---take care,
Carrie Nicol( Swigart)
Brandon and Ashley Swigart

Torzala Family

December 28, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Victoria wishes to extend love and friendship to Courtney. God bless you, and may you feel his loving embrace by those around you.

Tony, Barb, AJ, Alex & Aileen Gasca

December 27, 2007

Rosa and Family:
Our family sends our condolences to you. We were lucky to have met such a kind and spirited man in David. We will sorely miss his presence during the holidays. It was always great to see him and Buddy play horseshoes every Thanksgiving in our parents home. His smile will forever be greatly miss.

Suzanne Fitch

December 27, 2007

I wanted to send my deepest sympathies to the enitre Heeley family. I have known your family for many years through St Jerome and had the opportunity to coach Courtney in volleyball. My prayers are with your entire family and hope that the strength of your family and friends will help you get through this tough time. May God bless you all.

Cynthia Cabello

December 27, 2007

Dear Rosa and Family,

My condolences for your loss and prayers to you and your family.

All my Love,
Cynthia E. Cabello

Laura Rohlfing

December 27, 2007

Dearest Rosa and family;

Our hearts go out to you during this terrible time. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Laura and Ron Rohlfing

Mary Olsker

December 27, 2007

Rose and Family,
Words cannot express our sympathies for you all at this time. Our hearts are breaking for each and every one of you. I pray that you find comfort in the many memories you all have. May God Bless you all and if there is anything I can do for any of you, please don't hesitate to ask... that's what friends are for.
With sincere sympathies,
The Olsker Family

Emily Traher

December 27, 2007

My deepest sympathy is with your family. May you have memories for comfort and friends for support. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Thinking of your family at this time of sorrow, please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your father. My heart is saddened by your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you. We may not understand why sad things happen, may it somehow help to know how much we care. I wish to express my sympathy in your loss and to let you know that my thoughts are with you. At a time such as this, words cannot express my feelings.

Jack, Kelley & Chelsea Lenhart

December 27, 2007

Rosa and Family, We were extremely upset to hear of Dave's passing. Our thoughts and prayers immediately went out to you. Dave was a funny guy who touched many a softball heart. He will be missed.

Todd, Mary and Danielle Ritter

December 27, 2007

The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. Dave will be greatly missed by the Phoenix fastpitch softball community as well as Phoenix College Softball.

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