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James Heathcote Obituary

James "Beefy" Heathcote, 67, passed away on November 5, 2023 in Marion Health. He was born in Marion on June 22, 1956.

Beefy lived his entire life in Gas City. On July 2, 1988 he married Christine S. Teegarden. James was employed with General Cable until his retirement in 2011. He enjoyed fishing, football, NASCAR, a cold beer and a good joke whether it be dumb or dirty. Remember him with a kind thought and a good story whether it be true or pure bull.

He is survived by his wife, Christine Heathcote, Gas City; son Justin (Dee) Heathcote, Hartford City; mother, Alice June (Greek) Heathcote, Upland; brothers, Randy (Cassie) Heathcote, Akron; Marty (Jo) Heathcote, Columbus; Robert (Wendy) Heathcote, Upland; sister, Tami (Russ) Corbin, Gas City; grandchild, Zane Heathcote, Gas City.

James is preceded in death by his father, Robert Heathcote.

In keeping with Jame's wishes there will be no services. Owen-Weilert-Duncan Funeral Home, Gas City Chapel, 200 North 7th Street, Gas City, Indiana was entrusted with the arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www. owen-weilert-duncan.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Chronicle-Tribune on Nov. 8, 2023.

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Erin (Hall) Al-Khazali

November 2, 2024

Former I was Neighbors when in Elementary School Patty Halls Daughter Erin So sorry for your loss. Hugs!

Cathy Davis keller

November 9, 2023

Randy and Tami I'm so very sorry for your loss. Love and prayers throughout this trying time and the days ahead

Erin Al-Khazali

November 9, 2023

I think WE were Neighbirs of your Family sorry for your Loss. My Mom was Patricia (Patty Hellis) Hall I was named Erin Hall.

Pam Goins

November 9, 2023

Tami, I am so sorry to hear about your brother. I´m sure he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you

Sam Eib

November 9, 2023

Sorry to see him go, knew him for a long long time. Hope he goes to a place where the beer is always cold!

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