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Graceland-Fairlawn Funeral Home issued the following announcement on June 11.
Obituary for William L. Heath
William L. “Bill” Heath, 77, of Decatur, passed away June 10, 2021 at Decatur Memorial Hospital in Decatur.
Bill was born on June 14, 1943 in Decatur, the son of Roy and Dorothy (Roy) Heath. Bill married Joyce Bloemker on February 18, 1967 in Effingham, IL. Joyce, his loving wife of 54 years survives. Bill is also survived by his 2 daughters: Renee Heath of Decatur, IL; Christine (Jeff) Fasick of Decatur, IL; 2 grandchildren: Brendan and Erin Fasick; sister: Sharon (Ron) White of Sullivan, IL. Bill was preceded in death by his parents and 1 brother: James Heath.
Bill was a US Navy Veteran, having served on the USS Enterprise.
Bill was an avid carpenter and photographer. He also loved fishing. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family. Bill regularly donated blood to the American Red Cross. He continued his giving spirit by being a tissue donor.
Memorial Services to celebrate Bill’s life will be at 12:00 PM on Wednesday (June 16, 2021) at Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, Decatur. A visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM on Wednesday (June 16, 2021) at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Marion Medical Mission, 1412 Shawnee Dr, Marion, IL 62959 or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Please share memories and condolences at www.gracelandfairlawn.com
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