HEATHCOTE, Joseph Henry December 3, 1933 - April 14, 2013 With sadness, we announce the passing of Joe Heathcote on Sunday, April 14, 2013 at the age of 79 years old. Joe will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Doreen of 59 years, sons Ray (Colleen) and Garry, niece and nephew, Keith and Pat of Liverpool, and all of their beautiful grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his sister Betty Hebson of Liverpool, England and brother Fred Heathcote of Vancouver. While growing up in Liverpool, England Joe spent his early years working in the Merchant Marine. After his years in the Merchant Marine, Joe, Doreen and Ray immigrated to Winnipeg, Manitoba. After 15 years there, he was transferred to Lethbridge, AB with his employer, Robinson Little. Not long after Joe moved on to a position with the Alberta provincial government. In 1996 Joe and Doreen retired in Kelowna, to be close to their family. Joe was an avid golfer, and loved meeting his Michael Brook golf buddies on an almost daily basis. From the time they moved to Kelowna Joe rarely missed a Rockets game. Joe's family would like to say a special thank you to the "Cottonwoods" Extended Care Home where he spent the last 7 months. They are all very special people and some friendships have been made that will last forever. Also his family doctor Chris Livingston, who has been a tremendous friend and doctor through this tough journey. A celebration of Joe's life will be held on Thursday, April 18th at 10:30 A.M in the Chapel of First Memorial Funeral Services, 1211 Sutherland Avenue, Kelowna, BC, 250-762-2299. A reception will follow at Lutheran Church, 4091 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna, BC 250-764-3111. Memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society of BC, 1664 Richter St, #307, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1Y 8N3. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mem.com and searching Joe's name under stories. Arrangements entrusted to First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna, BC, (250)-762-2299.
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