Jeffrey Heller
January 05, 2015
Jeffrey John Heller, 41, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family January 5, 2015 after a strong fight with cancer.
Jeff was born December 11, 1973, in Des Moines, Iowa, to John and Dawn (Martin) Heller. He had the most vibrant and outgoing personality; truly touching the lives of everyone he met. He was a bright star and dedicated employee to all patients and co-workers who had the pleasure of his warm welcome at East Village Chiropractic where he worked for the past 8 1/2 years.
Jeff was an avid New York Yankee and Duke University fan. Jeff’s love and appreciation for baseball (and basketball) proved to leave a lasting impression on hundreds of kids, and parents alike. His passion, spirit, and loyalty to those he coached was felt by many. You couldn’t miss Jeff at any sporting event without hearing his encouragement and drive for the boys he loved to coach, including taking his Grandview Little League boys to the state finals for the Little League World Series. His passion for youth sports, his dedication to every child coached, was just a small piece of his sparkling personality.
Jeff was diagnosed with cancer in August of 2014. He had an abundance of support and love during this time and never stopped being positive. He was loved by so many and the non-stop love of family, friends, his husband Jason, and his beloved American Bulldog, Duke kept him full of sugar, sunshine, and vibrant until the very end.
Jeffrey is survived by his husband, Jason Green; sons, Christopher, Ryan and Edward Green; mother, Dawn Heller; sister, Thana Heller; uncle, Dennis (Deb) Martin of Lincoln, NE; aunt, Janice Shannon (Heller); as well as many family, friends, and little champions throughout the Des Moines metro. He was preceded in death by his father, John W. Heller as well as his maternal and paternal grandparents.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, January 8, 2015 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 9, also at Hamilton’s. Cremation will follow.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family to be distributed for lymphoma research.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Kelly Bronsink
01/05/2015
Jeff will be missed so much. He was often a sunny spot in our day, and his laughter was contagious. We will never forget his beautiful smile. My prayers and thoughts to his family.
tiffany whitley
01/05/2015
Jeff was a great and loving .an a d father.. u will b missed highly by all we miss u .. and love you too.
Alison Miller & Family
01/05/2015
I never got the chance to meet jeff but I know he was an awesome person. Our thoughts and prayers are with Jason, the boys and both families.
Abby Martin
01/05/2015
The world lost a bright soul.
May those who loved this remarkable man have the constant love of caring friends to soften your sadness. May cherished memories bring you moments of comfort. May lasting peace surround your grieving heart.
I am truly sadden that this bright light is no longer with us on earth but happy to know he will shine down on us from above.
Jessi Doorenbos
01/05/2015
Prayers for peace and comfort during this sad time. Our hearts ache for your loss. "do not cry because it is over, smile because it happened."
Callie Lorenz
01/05/2015
Jeffs Family,
Very sorry for your loss. Jeff was an amazing man. And touched many hearts. Glad to say i knew him.
Randy Smith
01/05/2015
Jeff was a man that I'll never forget. While I went the chiropractic office he always had a huge hello & smile for everyone that entered. He always left you thinking he knew you like a good friend. After I moved away from Des Moines I missed being able to go into the chiropractors office to get my treatment & seeing Jeff. The world has lost a great man, friend & coach. May his family feel blessed just like I do given the chance to meet Jeff. I know I'll miss Jeff.
Randy Smith
dianna anderson
01/05/2015
Rip my friend he always had a smile for everyone he was a sweet person and sweet soul heaven just got another angel may you smile thru the gates of heaven jeff god be with you
Allison Cain
01/05/2015
Jason, Christopher, Ryan and Edward,
I am so sorry for your loss of Jeff. Jeff and you are in the thoughts and prayers of people you've never met, but that Jeff touched.
christine costello
01/05/2015
my heartfelt
sympathy for the Heller family. The Lord has a new Angel today !!!!!!!!!! My sincere regards Christine Costello
the turner family
01/05/2015
dawn and thana and Jason and the boys, thank you for letting us all be part of the journey so he could see and feel how much he was loved. dawn you raised a wonderful son and Jason you made his world complete, he will be truly missed.
Michele Parker
01/05/2015
I only had the privilege of seeing your beautiful, friendly face once. But as they say...once was enough. I was hooked. My heart rejoices you are no longer in pain...and yet breaks for those that love you and are left behind to find their way slowly. Much love to you and yours always..sugar.
Grace Smith
01/05/2015
Jeff, I will so miss your presence at Dr. Pulley's office. You always brought a smile to my face. I will always remember you singing along to the songs on the radio. Rest in peace.
Lynette Van Note
01/05/2015
I remember Jeff as this cute energetic little boy leading the fans in cheers at his sister Thana's Softball games. He always had a smile on his face. He had grown into a wonderful man who touched so many hearts. I pray that God will give Jason, Dawn, Thana, his family and friends the strength to get through this difficult time. God bless you all.
Shelly and Ken Burgess
01/05/2015
There are never any words that are comforting during a time like this, but know that the Burgess Family is thinking of you during this difficult time.
Myself and Ken have many memories of Jeff and the Heller family from East Des Moines Softball, Salvation Army, and ASA Softball. He will be truly missed.