Fred Heath

Fred J. Heath, 83, of Saxton, passed away at his home on Wednesday, November 1, 2023.

Born in Newberg on March 12, 1940, a son of the late Fred D. and Mary Heath.

He was united in marriage to Patricia (Fessler) Heath on May 7, 1966. Mrs. Heath survives at their home.

He was a 1959 graduate of Robertsdale High School and then served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Era as a SP4 E4, and later worked for the Laborer's Union Local #910.

Along with his wife, he is survived by sons, Fred Heath, husband of Rachel, Stan Heath, husband of Justine, step-son, John Larocca, husband of Sharon, grandchildren, Lauren Larocca, Johnny Larocca, Summer Heath, Stan Patrick Heath, Kristen Harshbarger, and 4 great grandchildren, brother, Brian Heath, and brother-in-law, Woodrow Ash

He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Sue Anne Ash, a son, Frankie Heaton, and a granddaughter, Heather Heaton.

During his life he enjoyed fishing, hunting, hunting for mushrooms and ginseng, making wine, and feeding the birds and squirrels. His wife of 57 years will miss him every single day till they meet again.

Friends will be received on Saturday, November 4, 2023 from 1-2 PM at the Curtis A. Heath Funeral Home Inc., Broad Top City, PA. Military Honors will be provided by the Broad Top Area Honor Guard at the Funeral Home at 2 PM. Interment will take place in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Broad Top City, PA.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude's Childrens Hospital.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Curtis A. Heath Funeral Home Inc. 5010 Railroad Ave. Broad Top City, PA. 16621. Online condolences can be made at www.caheathfh.com

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