Dorothy Marie Heck, 96, of Van Buren, passed away Monday, December 19, 2022 in Fort Smith. She was born December 1, 1926 in Philadelphia to the late Everett and Grace (Downs) Deel. She was a homemaker, and a sun lover.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Heck; a daughter, Audrey Talia; and two grandchildren.
She is survived by three sons, Richard Heck, Jr. of Crystal Bay, NV, William E. Heck of Greenwood, and Stephen A. Heck of Wilmington, DE; five grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.
Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 14, 2023 at Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home Chapel. Cremation is under the direction of Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home of Van Buren, AR. Ashes will be placed at the Fort Smith National Cemetery.