Obituaries

January 10, 1947 to August 20, 2024

WINAMAC - Jack Dean Heidel, 77, of North Judson, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 20, at Pulaski Health Care Center in Winamac.

He was born Jan. 10, 1947 in La Porte, to the late William LeRoy and Thelma Adeline Heidel. He was a 1965 graduate of North Judson High School. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and was a lifetime member of the VFW Post #748 in Knox.

Jack Heidel

He is survived by:
Jenny Hurt, Star City, Daughter
Melissa Gainer, Star City, Daughter
Kendra (Harlin) Manns, North Judson, Daughter
12 Grandchildren: Joshua, Caitlin, Cree, Kelsie, Morgan, Alexa, Brooke, Seth, Kruz, Maelee, Whitley, and Sarabeth
10 Great-Grandchildren
Mike Heidel, Bass Lake, Brother
Pat (Squeek) Liskey, North Judson, Sister
Cheri Heidel, Sister-in-law
Many Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Lee Heidel, Brother

Mr. Heidel had an adventurous life with too many stories to tell. He enjoyed socializing with friends at local places like the Irish Pub and the Wooden Nickel. He also enjoyed watching old John Wayne Westerns and listening to music, especially classic rock and shared that passion with his family. Most of all, he loved to spend time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Private burial will take place at Highland Cemetery in North Judson.

Memorial donations may be made to the Knox VFW.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.