In loving memory of

Gordon Seevers Heath
July 29, 1925 - January 14, 2012

Gordon Seevers Heath, 86, of Allison, Iowa, died on January 14, 2012, at Sartori Memorial Hospital in Cedar Falls, Iowa. He was born on July 29, 1925, in Ottumwa, Iowa, the adoptive son of Warren and Grace (Seevers) Heath. Gordon grew up in Ottumwa and graduated from Ottumwa High School. He served his country in the United States Navy from 1943 to 1946. On January 26, 1946, Gordon was united in marriage to Dorothy Martha Koch. He worked as a self-employed distributor of tropical fish and pet supplies until his retirement in 1988. Gordon was a member of the Vulcan Masonic Lodge for fifty years and enjoyed fishing, traveling, collecting stamps, woodworking, playing cards and spending time with his family and friends. He is survived by five daughters: Sharon Johnson (Joe) of Huntington Beach, California, Deb Schipper (Rick) of Denver, Iowa, Rhonda Miller of Allison, Iowa, Terri Roose (Dan) of Allison, Iowa, and Lori Stewart (Randy) of Cedar Falls, Iowa, two sisters, six grandchildren, four great grandchildren, and a special companion, Hilda Tuitjer of Allison, Iowa. Gordon was preceded in death by his wife of forty seven years, Dorothy. Burial will be in the Allison Cemetery.

Tributes

Jim Anderson wrote on Jan 30, 2017:

"I have a lot of memories of Gordon.. As I went with Dave Voss up to get supplies and played with Cuddles and Admiral..and watch them mess up things around the shop ..RIP Gordon"

Tom & Bertha Stubenrauch wrote on Jan 17, 2012:

"Wharon. We were sorry to hear of your father's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family."

Steve Oldenburger wrote on Jan 17, 2012:

"My thoughts are with you even though it's been a long time.I still have good memories of your dad,and all of you."

Sherman and Pat Fox wrote on Jan 17, 2012:

"Your family is in our thoughts and prayers in this difficult time. May His Grace and Love surround you now and always."

Holly McDaniel wrote on Jan 16, 2012:

"When I come to the end of the road And the sun has set for me I want no rites in a gloom-filled room. Why cry for a soul set free? Miss me a little- but not too long And not with your head bowed low. Remember the love that we once shared Miss me- but let me go. For this is a journey that we all must take And each must go alone.It's all a part of the masters plan A step on the road to home. When you are lonely and sick of heart Go to the friends we know And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds. Miss Me-But let me Go! Author Unknown Deb you are in my thought and prayers..."

Jeff & Peggy wrote on Jan 16, 2012:

"Our deepest condolences are with you in your time of grief. May you continue to find comfort in the memories that you all shared together and get comfort from knowing one day Sickness will be no more and Death will be a thing of the past. In times of grief such as these, We find it comforting to meditate on the words found in the Holy Writings at Job 14:14, 15. Job expressed his faith that God would bring him back to life if he should fall asleep in death as he said: All the days of my compulsory service I shall wait, until my relief comes. You will call, and I myself shall answer you." The scriptures indicate that it is possible to be reunite with your loved one in the near future, right here on earth under peaceful, righteous conditions. Psalms 37:10, 11 offers us this promise. My sincere condolences to your entire family."

Dirk Firman wrote on Jan 16, 2012:

"I salute Gordie and honor the relationship I had with him. Always the consumate gentleman, he was an adult role model I aspired to be like. I am sorry I will be in Des Moines working and this will keep me from attending his service. Not only did I want to pay my personal respects, I would have liked to reconnect, if only briefly, with five of the most lovely ladies ever to grow up in Allison - Sharon, Deb, Rhonda, Terri and Lori. I offer my sincere sympathy to you in the loss of your father, a truly great man. Savor your memories forever. Dirk"

Doug Schueler wrote on Jan 16, 2012:

"Gordon, always remember our Sunday fishing trips with the guys, we use to always catch a few, and shared tons of laughs. I bet you are showing some of the disciples your fishing secrets! Rest in peace my friend!"

Alvie and Judy Adelmund wrote on Jan 15, 2012:

"You will be missed by Alvie and I. You made us laugh so much at the stories that you told. That cute little smile that warmed a room, now a bright new star in Heaven's glory. Love you, dear friend."

Lori wrote on Jan 15, 2012:

"You will always be my hero... Thanks for the wonderful memories. I love you Dad! "

Lori wrote on Jan 15, 2012:

"You will always be my hero... Thanks for the wonderful memories. I love you Dad! "

Terri Roose wrote on Jan 15, 2012:

"So many good memories! Thank you for being the greatest Dad a daughter could ask for! I love you!"

deb wrote on Jan 15, 2012:

"Love you Dad ~one of your favorite artists Mickey Gilley is playing in the background... so many fond memories~Miss you "