" I'm so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy. May you find comfort from your memories, as well as God's word the bible. Why do people we love die? Romans 5:12 says: "That is why, just as through one man (Adam) sin entered into the world and death through sin, and thus death spread to all men because they had all sinned." How loving of God to promise what is found at Revelation 21:4 which says, "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away." "
In loving memory of
Catherine M. Heinzinger
February 2, 1949 - May 11, 2014
Catherine Marie Heinzinger, 65, of Miami, Florida passed away on the evening of May 11, 2014 with loved ones by her side.
Catherine was born in Blantyre. Glasgow, Scotland on February 2, 1949. She married Walter Edward Heinzinger Jr. on June 9, 1974.
Catherine is survived by her husband, Walter and their four children together; Sarah Ann Ku, Ellen Marie Snipes, Lee Anne Hestness, and Walter Edward Heinzinger III. She is also survived by her 10 beautiful grandchildren; Leah Ashley Ku, Kaila Sue-jin Ku, Lillian Grace Ku, Jared Edward Snipes, Jaida Elice Snipes, Jaxon Ewan Snipes, Jayden Ellis Snipes, Mason Matthew Hestness, Carter Brian Hestness, and a baby boy on the way this summer. Catherine is also survived by her siblings in Scotland; Geraldine McGowan, Ronald Stokes, Frances McDonald, Leonie Stokes, Michael Stokes, Lorraine Stokes.
The funeral will be held at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Cemetery located at 1500 South State Road 7 North Lauderdale, Florida 33068. Date and time to be announced soon.
Catherine meant so much to so many people. She preached family closeness and kindness always. She taught us that good values will get you everywhere and that strength will push you through any tough time. Everyone loved her laugh, her sarcasm and her funny way of putting or saying things. She is a fighter for love and for life. May God keep you "safe, happy, healthy, and kind." You will forever live on with us all. Enjoy Heaven with all of your loved ones. We'll love you forever and for always and every tomorrow.
In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations be made to the Miami Fisher House, an organization that she volunteered at to help raise money. We believe she would really love that. The Miami VAHS Fisher House is "a home away from home" for families of Veterans and military service members receiving care at the Bruce W. Carter VA Medical Center.
Checks can be made payable to the Miami VA, address is:
Miami VA Healthcare System
Fisher House (122)
1201 NW 16th Street
Miami, FL 33125
Or you can make an online donation by visiting https://www.pay.gov/paygov/forms/formInstance.html?agencyFormId=43270197 and selecting Miami and then making sure to select Fisher House in the drop box.
Tributes
"Even though I did not Know Cathy for a long time, I felt like she was my friend forever. She was such a special lady.I am one of her girls night out buddies., we always had such a good time,Cathy always made us laugh. She was always interested in and cared about what was going on in our lives.I will miss her.Rest in peace dear friend,With deepest sympathy to the Heinzinger family Patty Ellis"
"MAY THE GOOD LORD TAKE YOU INTO HIS ARMS AND GRANT EVERLASTING PEACE TO YOUR LOVING FAMILY."
"Always laughing, always smiling, fond memories of a fantastic lady. She will be missed, but her spirit lives on forever! Love and prayers to all who knew her"
"My little sister, I loved everything about you. You were such a strong, happy go lucky, loving, caring, compassionate woman who always knew what to say or do in any situation. The world is a much sadder place without you. Love and miss you today and always. xxxx"
"My big sister, my friend. Treasured memories I will forever hold close to my heart. You had a heart of gold and always gave so selflessly. Miss you and love you always. xxxx"
"Please Accept Our Most Heartfelt Sympathies for your loss. Our thought are with your Family during this difficult times. Our God Promises us in John 5 :28; 29." I am the resurrection and the life. He that excersises Faith in me even though he dies will come back to life.." . .While the Grief the loss Of Mrs Catherine ,is sad,,, the JOY and HAPPINESS OF WELCOMING her back will be Great...... Sincere Condolence to the Family "
"Miss you mama! Will never forget all u did for me"
"Miss you mama! Will never forget all u did for me"
"Mimi, I love you very much. May you always have sunshine surrounding you. You are the best Mimi ever!"
" mimi i loved you alot and i miss you so much and you will always stay in my heart "
"I first met Cathy in Hawaii, as we were welcoming baby Mason into the world. I had a great opportunity to spend time with her not only in Hawaii, but also in Iowa. I knew her as a loving grandmother, with the patience of a saint, but also a devoted and beautiful mother, who's words of wisdom resonate within her children now and forever. Cathy had a wonderful sense of humour as well, and for that, she stole my heart. Who else would indulge me and my need to hear her say "donkey" in her Scottish/shrek accent? She loved life, her children, her husband, and a little wine every now and then. My kinda lady. I will miss her, but she lives within her children. Rest in peace you sweet soul. "
"Oh Mama! As I would call you anytime I had something to tell you. You took me in as one of your own kids, and you didn't have to, but you did. With this, also came you telling me off when I need to be told as I one if your own. I know that meant you lived me just that much more. You made sure I had my hugs and kisses when my Mom has been away and you never thought twice about it!
I know it's been only 11 years, but to me it's feels like a lifetime. We are all already missing you... But you know me, I'm here with the family remembering you and the amazing person you were and how much you loved us all!!!
Sláinte Mama!
I love you always and always!!!
Cheech
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"Aunt Cathy you were one in a million. So thankful for the precious time I spent with you, and I am so proud and privileged to have called you my aunt. You always had a smile on your face instead of a frown, a helping hand when one was down, always true, thoughtful and kind, and you've left some wonderful memories behind. Your beautiful smile and infectious laughter I will remember always. You were very special to me, and every moment we shared is locked forever in my heart. Love you always and forever. xxxx"
"Where do I start!! Aunt Cathy was a strong strong woman who just got on with it despite life's ups and downs! In my early 20s Aunt Cathy welcomed me in to her home and family when I came to visit and ended up staying for a year plus!! In that time she took over the reigns of my surrogate mum and looked after me with the same loving care as she did her children ( my 4 gorgeous cousins) She vetted my potential boyfriends with a keen eye and a sharp tongue if need be and when I would come home we would have a good old chat about suitability and laugh about the disasters!! She would always let me know and believe me there was more than a few occasions when I quote " she was pissed at me or ticked off" but mostly I remember us laughing till we could laugh no more (after the ticking off) and just enjoying each other's company!!
My cousins were all still young then so when they were all in bed asleep and all was quiet we would just catch up and chat about life in general!! Mostly I remember her for direct but loving approach to life - I always knew where I stood with her but on the same note I always felt the genuine love and care she seemed to have in endless buckets!!
Goodnight aunt Cathy and may you have all the love and fun and heaven as you had here on earth and enjoy once again walking with your lost loved ones!! Will love and miss you forever and always!! Your loving niece Michelle. Xxxxx"
"It was always "Momma Cathy" not just Cathy, an amazing woman who I am thankful i had an opportunity to know in my life. She preached kindness and love to her children which has been passed down to the grandchildren. She was a strong lady but with also a great sense of humor. I will always remember the day Lee and I renewed our vows in Iowa, she fell in love with one of my groomsmen. Could of been some of the dance moves, "and his cute face" but he was close to going back to Miami with her. As hot and humid that day was we all still had fun as one big family. "Momma Cathy" will surely be missed but will live on in our hearts and through her children. "
"Will treasure all the good times we shared.. And you will be forever in my heart... Will love and miss you lots little sister xxxx R.I.P xxxx"
"Will miss and love you always, forever in my heart ... I will remember all the good times we shared together xxxx Miss and love you loads little sister xxxxx Gerry ?'"?'"?'"???? xxx"
"Aunt Cathy xxxx You welcomed me with open arms when i visited you in Miami xxx Although we were thousands of miles apart, we all had a special bond with you.... Im pleased Kayla got to meet her great Aunt Cathy too, she often speaks and asks for you xxxx Well you are now at peace up in heaven with loved ones who are no longer with us.... Im sure there may be a cheeky game of BINGO going on up there xxx Love you always and forever in my heart xxxx R.I.P Aunt Cathy xxxxx"
"Our Beautiful Sister and Best Friend. Words can't express how much we miss her. We love you Catherine, hope your happy up there with Mammie and Daddy xxx"
"It was a great pleasure to have known Catherine,we had so many good chats about our little families & our growing up in Bonnie Scotland.Catherine is now receiving her eternal rewards for all her good works.RIP Catherine,you did a wonderful job."
"I'm so lucky I got to call this wonderful lady my Aunt, we were practically on the other side of the world from each other but there was still a bond and closeness between us all so the times we did spend together we cherished more. I loved our chats, she was so insightful on so many things I could have talked with her all day but her voice and laugh are ingrained in my memory with so many other lovely things about her. I know all the wonderful things about her will live on through her children and grandchildren now.
I love you so much Auntie Cathy, I hope you're happy in heaven being reunited with all your loved ones now. "
"I extend my heartfelt sympathy to the Heinzinger family. May those precious memories of your dear loved one Catherine be foremost in your hearts and minds along with this wonderful promise that Jesus made at John 5:28,29. Again, my sincere condolences."
"She was my aunt,when she came over to Scotland last year you wouldn't have thought we hadn't been around her in years although we spoke to her on the phone often,she had a way of making you feel so comfortable and at home around her,she had the most infectous laugh and smile and I know I for one will miss her so much,love you aunt cathy till we meet again...nicola xxx"
"For those of you who may not know, walters mom practically had a big part in raising my cousin and I. We lived around the block from them and treated them like family just as she did us. In 2005-06 Mrs. Heizinger would wake up every morning to take Walt and I to school. She would always make sure that we were fed and okay. When my cousin got into a situation at home, her and Mr. Heizinger opened up there home to him with open arms. She was such a giving person that it pains me to know i could never say thank you and see her smile again. God called home an angel, so that she could watch her family grow and be happy from above.
Thank you for everything ma. ."
"Living so far away my time spent with Auntie Cathy was always short and not often enough . Her lasting impression on me was of her great laugh , her words of wisdom, fierceness to protect and love of life and family . The world sparkles less without her presence but no doubt heaven has lit up a a bit more . Love u to the moon and back always xxx"
"We were in the mothers group together at St. James Catholic Church many years ago. We shared many days together with our other women friends taking the kids to McDonalds, bible studies, the park with all of our kids. I have many. Fond memories of Cathy, we were friends even though we didn't see each other often after our children grew older but it was like things had never changed each time we did see each other. I will always remember going to her house and her baking for us. Cathy you will be missed but will forever be in our hearts. I can close my eyes and will always br able to hear your contagious laugh."
"Sarah and family-
I'm so sad for your loss and a tremendous one it is. I did have the pleasure of meeting this great woman and say that she was the reason why her children were so great. Her family was everything and she taught her children how important relationships are and because of that I met her daughter Sarah. I am grateful for that and hope she rests in peace. She was a great person and will live in each of you forever...??️??️ "
"Sarah, I did not ever get the chance to meet your mom, but if she was anything like you she was a great lady. You shared many stories with me about her and I know you loved her very much and looked up to her. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family."
"Mimi was the kindest,sweetest,prettiest person.she always cared for others in need Mimi will always hold a very special place in my heart.she will always be a huge part of our big loving family."
"I didn't know your mom, but judging how much joy and love your family shares for each other your mom did a wonderful job. Love & Light to you all. "
"Having had the privilege of meeting Cathy a few years ago I felt like I had known her forever! She was such a special lady! How blessed you all were to have such a positive influence in your lives! "
"Prayers for the whole family. I love you Lee. Your mom's spirit shines through you. "
"She was my mom. She always made sure I knew how loved I was, she always told me how beautiful I was...she used to call me Ellen "The Face". She just had a way of making people feel comfortable and loved and cared about no matter how close or far away they were. I haven't lived at home in 10yrs, but our relationship was always still so close, we spoke 5 times a day most days, I'd call her anytime something was exciting or whenever I was upset, I'd call her with all the funny stories about my kids. She was just always there. She worried about me a lot, she was always calling to check on me to make sure I was ok. She'd say "you remind me so much of myself, and I know how overwhelming and tiring life can be when you have kids and your away from home." I just miss her. I miss her telling me off when I did something ridiculous, I miss her reassuring me that I was doing a goodjob and that I was a good mom, I miss her funny laugh, her rad dance moves, the way she could make anytime and any place fun. I have a lot of good memories, things I can use to carry me through, her funny songs I will sing with my kids, my mom was amazing, and I will miss her forever. I will love you for ever and for always and every tomorrow mom. "
"I never met her but I know her daughter very well. I lost my mom recently and Catherine had the nicest things to say to me without ever meeting me. I know she was an amazing person inside and out. I can tell she will be missed by many. Much love to the whole family"