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Willamae Garrett Heckethorn

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Willamae Garrett Heckethorn

Birth	:	5 Nov 1937 Davis County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	3 May 2015 Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Floris Cemetery, Floris, Davis County, USA
Coordinate	:	40.8712250, -92.3180080
Description	:	Willamae Heckethorn, age 77 of Centerville, Iowa passed away Sunday, May 03, 2015 at Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. She was born in Davis County on November 5, 1937, the daughter of Loyal Clayton and Hazel (Dearborn) Garrett. Willamae graduated from Ottumwa High School in 1956. She continued her education at Indian Hills Community College, achieving a degree in Licensed Practical Nursing. Willamae was employed with the Davis County Hospital as an LPN for thirty four years. She married Henry Edward Heckethorn and to this union of marriage, two children were born, Deb and Dawn. Henry and Willamae would... Read More	Willamae Heckethorn, age 77 of Centerville, Iowa passed away Sunday, May 03, 2015 at Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. She was born in Davis County on November 5, 1937, the daughter of Loyal Clayton and Hazel (Dearborn) Garrett. Willamae graduated from Ottumwa High School in 1956. She continued her education at Indian Hills Community College, achieving a degree in Licensed Practical Nursing. Willamae was employed with the Davis County Hospital as an LPN for thirty four years. She married Henry Edward Heckethorn and to this union of marriage, two children were born, Deb and Dawn. Henry and Willamae would later divorce. Willamae was extremely proud of the fact that she lived in Anchorage, Alaska for a couple of years in her early adult life. Yet, she resided in Davis County, Iowa for most of her life. As a resident of the Davis County area, Willamae maintained a presence in her community. She led by example in her active roles with the Lion's Club or the 18-80 Club. Willamae also made numerous friends throughout her life. Her lasting friendships with her close Bloomfield friends included weekly lunch dates, an occurrence maintained for many years. Moreover, Willamae established a group of card playing friends while residing in Davis County. Willamae and her girlfriends played cards together for many years. She also had other hobbies that she preserved a passion for in life. Willamae enjoyed gambling, especially her routine trips to Meskwaki. She loved to shop "as seen on the television." Willamae also had an interest in genealogy, as well as painting and art. Eventually, she relocated to Centerville to live near her granddaughter, Heather. While living in Centerville, Willamae was active with the Centerville 18-80 Club. Most importantly, she enjoyed the time she was able to spend with family, especially her great granddaughter, Ashlynn- Willamae's pride and joy. It should also be noted that Willamae loved her cat, George. She is survived by her two daughters, Deb Arendt of Ottumwa, Iowa and Dawn Benjamin of Yukon, Oklahoma; four grandchildren, Heather (Darrin) Benjamin-Hamilton of Centerville, Iowa, Genny Benjamin of Yukon, Oklahoma, Jeremiah (Christa Williams) Benjamin of Ottumwa, Iowa and Amanda Meeth of Ottumwa, Iowa; one great grandchild, Ashlynn Hamilton of Centerville, Iowa; and her extended Hamilton/White Families. Willamae was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Richard Garrett; and one grandchild, Christopher Benjamin. Funeral services will be held at 10 AM, Saturday, May 9, 2015 at Lange Funeral Home and Crematory in Centerville. A visitation will be held on Friday at Lange Funeral Home, with the family present from 6-8 PM. Interment will follow in the Floris Cemetery, Floris, Iowa. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established to either the Centerville 18-80 Club or to the Ashlynn Hamilton Education Fund and may be mailed to Lange Funeral Home and Crematory, 1900 S. 18th St., Centerville, Iowa, 52544.

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Where is Willamae Garrett Heckethorn's memorial?
Willamae Garrett Heckethorn's memorial is located at: Floris Cemetery, Floris, Davis County, USA.
When did Willamae Garrett Heckethorn death?
Willamae Garrett Heckethorn death on 3 May 2015 in Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Willamae Garrett Heckethorn's memorial?
Latitude: 40.8712250
Longitude: -92.3180080

Family Members:

Parent

Clayton Loyal Garrett

(1915 - 1985)

Hazel B. Dearborn Garrett

(1917 - 1990)

Spouse

Henry Edward Heckethorn

(1936 - 1999)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Floris Cemetery
Floris, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8712250, -92.3180080

2. Peden Cemetery
Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8848000, -92.3291000

3. Pierce Cemetery
Floris, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8708000, -92.2938995

4. Mount Gilead Cemetery
Floris, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8683014, -92.2667007

5. Mars Hill Cemetery
Ottumwa, Wapello County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8993000, -92.3572000

6. Fiedler Cemetery
Wapello County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9124985, -92.3131027

7. Jay Cemetery
Floris, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8288994, -92.3227997

8. Wilson Cemetery
Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8249000, -92.3103000

9. Spence Cemetery
Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8863907, -92.3847198

10. Glasgow Cemetery
Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8856010, -92.2497025

11. Sedore Family Cemetery
Ottumwa, Wapello County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9046100, -92.2623100

12. Swinney Cemetery
Drakesville, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8411110, -92.3847220

13. Bethlehem Cemetery
Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8699989, -92.2399979

14. Fite Hill Cemetery
Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8972414, -92.2474037

15. Railback Cemetery
Wapello County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9250182, -92.2835155

16. SIOC Cemetery
Eldon, Wapello County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9190903, -92.2705612

17. White Cemetery
Bloomfield, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8112810, -92.3039270

18. Jackson Cemetery
Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8361015, -92.2506027

19. Dunnville Cemetery
Floris, Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8227997, -92.3796997

20. Cooper Cemetery
Wapello County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9442482, -92.3064423

21. Rouch Cemetery
Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8018990, -92.2688980

22. Kingdom Cemetery
Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8428001, -92.4194031

23. Rime Cemetery
Davis County, USA
Coordinate: 40.8899994, -92.4285965

24. Eldon Cemetery
Eldon, Wapello County, USA
Coordinate: 40.9296989, -92.2249985