Joey was born on June 9, 1994 to Robert Hegyi Jr. and Dora Vatter Hegyi in Germany. He was a graduate of Waynesburg High School. He was an equipment tech specializing in titanium. He was a hard worker with a caring heart who loved being with his family. He enjoyed fishing, cars, and video-gaming, and anime. When he loved, he loved deeply.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brother, James Austin Hegyi; fiancee', Triumph Marie Messinger; yet-to-be-born daughter, Lily Joe Hegyi; daughter, Katahlyna Campbell; two dogs, Buddy and Sasha; and all who loved him.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Walter and Judith Vatter; and paternal grandparents, Robert Heygi Sr. and Nancy Heygi.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date.