JACK A. HEETER
Jack A. Heeter, 86, of Liberty, passed away on Tuesday, June 29, 2021, at Ambassador Healthcare in Centerville. He was born on November 28, 1934, in Churubusco, and is the son of the late Russell Simmons and Nora Leaf Heeter. After graduating high school, Jack attended college in Madison, WI, where he earned his degree from the Graduate School of Banking.
On September 12, 1954, he married Marilyn Naylor at Edwards Memorial United Methodist Church of Liberty. They were able to share an amazing 62 years together before she passed on December 11, 2016.
Jack was an active member of Edwards Memorial UMC and taught Sunday School. He had been employed as the vice president of Union County National Bank in Liberty and Lake City Bank in Warsaw. Most recently, he had enjoyed working on the mill side at the Union Co. Coop.
He was known for being very involved with his community. He served on the Union County School Board and held the office of president, as well as president of the Salvation Army. He was an integral part of creating and building the first softball diamond for girls in Union County, and he also often refereed for high school basketball.
Jack is survived by his four daughters, Melissa (Phil) Dunnington, Michele Salsbery, Marla Geeskie, and Monica Heeter; two sisters, Lynn (Joe) Wilkey and Nancy (Jim) Derry; nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren; and his special sweetheart, Mabel Hensley.
Along with his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a sister, Sue Peppas, and his beloved dog, Maggie Jane.
Per his wishes, there will be no public services. The family would like to give a special thanks to Reid Hospice, Dr. David DeSantis, and the staff of Ambassador Healthcare, especially Michelle and Brittany, and to Chaplain Rick Alvey for his care. Memorial contributions may be made to Union County Cancer Association. Urban Winkler Liberty Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements.