Dennis L. Heilman
February 24, 2017
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Dennis L. Heilman, of Des Moines, passed away at his home surrounded by his family’s love on Friday, February 24, 2017. Dennis was born on August 4, 1936, in Weldon, Iowa to Ramona (Parr) and John Heilman.
Dennis moved to Des Moines in 1956. He married Karen L. Martin on September 7, 1956. He served his country proudly in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He enjoyed serving in ministry, greeting and loving people.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, March 3, 2017 at Grace Church, 4200 E. 25th Street in Des Moines. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 4, 2017 at the church. He will be laid to rest following the service at the IOOF Cemetery in Indianola.
Those left to mourn his passing are his loving wife, Karen; daughter, Denise (Randy) Beridon; son, Todd (Kari) Heilman; 23 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; sister, Donna White; and other loving family and special friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Gary Heilman and his granddaughter, Heather (Hattie) Howard.
Memorial contributions may be directed to International Evangelism, c/o Michael Gott, PO Box 2636, Keller, TX 76244-2636.
On-line condolences may be expressed at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Duane Foster
03/03/2017
I always looked forward to Dennis' greetings on Sundays. He always had a ready smile and comment for everyone. He is missed!
Boyd Kale
03/02/2017
My sympathy to the family
Traci VanderLinden
02/28/2017
Karen, Denise, Todd and families, I am so sorry to see this. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. Sending you prayers for peace in the days ahead. Love, Cousin Traci
Gary and Lisa Oja
02/27/2017
What an amazing man! His smile will be remembered forever. Such a kind and friendly person. We will miss him so much. Knowing that we will see him again gives us peace.
Rick & Jo McClarrinon
02/27/2017
Dear Karen and Family,
We have only the best of memories of this gentle man. We never entered a church service without first receiving a hardy handshake and a big smile from Dennis Heilman. His gift of encouragement was a blessing to us all! Karen was also there with a kind word and a big hug. This team was effective in making everyone feel special and important. It is hard to think of one without thinking of the other. Karen, we at Centerton Church grieve with you as he will be missed by so many but especially you, his special bride of so many years. We also rejoice that he is at last with his Jesus. Somehow I think Dennis with be on the welcoming committee as we enter paradise.
The verse we leave with you is Psalm 16:11 "Thou wilt show me the path of life. In Thy presence is fullness of joy; at Thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore." May God cover you and your family with peace and comfort as you send your loved one home. Love in Jesus, Jo & Rick
Louise Piziali
02/27/2017
Dear Karen and family:
My deepest sympathy and prayers for you and your family during this time of great loss. It is a blessing to know that Dennis was a Believer and that we have the confidence that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Even though this is true, it still doesn't keep us from the pain of losing a loved one. Only with time and God's grace and the comfort of His presence are we able to walk through these difficult times of life. May you feel His presence very near to you right now and know that you are loved by many and that we are all praying for you and your family at this time. May your precious memories and God's grace carry you through. You are loved!