"Frank and Family, Ed and I were so saddened to hear of Heather's passing. I will always have fond memories of our time as neighbors while we lived in Arizona. I especially remember the citizenship party and all the other good times we had. She always had a smile for everyone and a what a great sense of humor. She will be missed by all who had the honor of calling her friend. Sandi & Ed Stein"
In loving memory of
Heather Amelia Rose
Heather Amelia Rose Kohlman née Keats died peacefully on July 21, 2016 in Phoenix Arizona, at the age of 76. Heather is survived by her husband Frank of Phoenix, Arizona; sons Jay (Sarah Kohlman) of Vernon, British Columbia; Ryan (Leanne Kohlman) of Phoenix, Arizona; Her grandchildren, James, Julian, and Porter; Nephews Brad, Darrin, Jeff, Larry and Mathew; Nieces Jennifer, Nicole, and Shawna; Sisters-in-law Rosalie, Loretta, Anne, and Janine; Brother-in-Law Bob. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jessie and Harold and her brother, Gary. Heather was born on February 29, 1940 in Radville, Saskatchewan to Harold and Jessie Keats. Heather grew up in Winnipeg, Manitoba. After high school, she moved to Vancouver, British Columbia and worked as a flight attendant with Canadian Pacific Airlines. She married Frank Kohlman in 1966. After moving to Phoenix in 1978, she worked for Club Med until 1999. At Heather's request, there will be no memorial service. During a later time her ashes will be scattered in a private ceremony at a place she loved in Vancouver, British Columbia. She was beautiful, kind, and caring.
Tributes
"I am so shocked & saddened to hear of the passing of my friend, Heather!!! She was so kind to me & taught me so much during my time in accounting at Club Med. She was never too busy to help & always had a smile for everyone. I loved her dry sense of humor that kept everyone on their toes!! God grant you peace & to all your family left behind."
"To the family, With sincere sympathy and may prayers that God will give you His help, His strength, and His hope during this time of sorrow. Sorry for you loss, Aida"
"To the family ... I worked with Heather back in the mid 90s at cliub med... Of all the people I've been blessed to work with in my life Heather holds a special place in my heart... Her kindness, fairness, level/hededness ... Her guidance as a leader was the best ever... Although our paths only merged for a very short time... I have over the years remembered her and been thankful we met . I am sorry for your loss, may her soul be at peace & your sorrow find comfort in her memory... Blessings to you , Susan Rhodes"
"My deepest condolences to the family. Prayers for strength for the family during these rough times. I had the pleasure to work with Heather and she was always sweet and kind. Fly with the angels Heather."
"With love and friendship, my deepest condolences to the Kohlman family. Heather was always kind, thoughtful and cheerful in her speech and manner. This is so sudden and unexpected to learn of her passing - what a great loss to her family and friends."
"To Frank, Jay, Ryan & family of Heather Kohlman. How sad I was to read of the passing of Heather - what a beautiful person she was. We so enjoyed being neighbors with them for so many years & watching you boys grow up. She certainly was a good party person & entertainer!!! But....mostly a wonderful person, friend & neighbor. We especially enjoyed when the Canadian friends would come & visit. The last time I talked to her, she had had a stoke but was still her optimistic self that all would be well. My heart, love & sorrow go out to all of you that shared her beautiful life. Carol Solomon"
"I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember Heather as always friendly and would stop what she was doing to help, if needed. I am saddened by her passing. Sherry Blanchard"
"For Frank, Ryan and Jay, Ron and I were so saddened to read Heather's obituary Sunday. We want to let you know that our thoughts are with you.... I am so happy I got to see her just by chance when she was having lunch with you, Ryan.... I have many happy memories of Heather during our "decorating" days....and the family times we spent together. Kim and Ron Jr. also send their sympathy to you all. We were reminiscing yesterday about fun things they remembered with Jay and Ryan. Carolyn"