HOWARD- Barbara Joann "Jody" Heaton, 80, of Schenck Creek Rd., died Monday June 17, 2013 at her residence.
She was born Sept. 17, 1932 in Knox Co. to the late Blaine Burl and Cleo Mae (Stull) Kunkel. She helped her husband as owner/operators of the former Heaton Appliances in Mt. Vernon. She was also a partner in many farm chores at the home, enjoying mowing, flowers, and gardening. She was a wonderful homemaker, and an excellent cook. She was a member of the Howard United Methodist Church.
She is survived by her husband of 61 years, William D. Heaton of Howard, whom she married Nov. 3, 1951. Also surviving are three daughters; Becky (Tony) Roddy of Walhonding, Sharon Ratai of Howard, and Nancy (Gary) Weaver of Obetz, seven grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and one expected great-grandchild.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two daughters; Laurie (Heaton) Mills and Diane (Heaton) Waite.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday June 20, 2013 at the Howard U.M.C. with Pastors Lee Cubie & Tom Orr officiating. Burial will follow in Valley Cemetery. Calling hours are from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, June 19th at the HOWARD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH and also one hour prior to service time on Thursday. The Fischer Funeral Home in Danville is handling the arrangements. www.fischerfuneralhome.com
Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Knox Co., 17700 Coshocton Rd., Mt. Vernon, OH 43050.
