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Obituary

Jean Ann Heffernan (66), loving mother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed unexpectedly due to a heart condition on Thursday, February 17th, 2022. Jean went on her own terms and at peace with the world. She was surrounded by love and most importantly by her two children; Trevor (36) and Julie (34).

Jean was born to the late Mildred and John Zima in Berwyn, Illinois on August 19th, 1955. Jean spent her childhood in Downers …

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Jean was a special lady that made my mother’s and my life that much brighter.  Happy Birthday Jean.  We miss you.  She …
Jean was a special lady that made my mother’s and my life that much brighter.  Happy Birthday Jean.…
Jean was a special lady that made my mother’s and my life that m…
Sending our condolences to Julie and Trevor and the whole  Zima family.   Wish we could be with you today but we live i…
Sending our condolences to Julie and Trevor and the whole  Zima family.   Wish we could be with you…
Sending our condolences to Julie and Trevor and the whole  Zima …
To Trevor, Julie, and extended families, I'm so sorry for your loss.  Jean was a rare person who is gone too soon. 
To Trevor, Julie, and extended families, I'm so sorry for your loss.  Jean was a rare person who is…
To Trevor, Julie, and extended families, I'm so sorry for your l…

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What were Jean's favorite foods?
Jean loved to cook. She made the best Beef Stroganoff.
Jean loved to cook. She made the best Beef Stroganoff.
Jean loved to cook. She made the best Beef Stroganoff.
What were Jean's favorite ways to exercise?
One of Jean’s favorite ways to exercise was walking. We walked the Lake Geneva lake…
One of Jean’s favorite ways to exercise was walking. We walked the Lake Geneva lakeshore path…
One of Jean’s favorite ways to exercise was walking. We walked the Lake Geneva lakeshore path almost weekly. Jean had…
What causes did Jean care about most?
Being a Mother
Being a Mother
Being a Mother
What were Jean's favorite ways to spend free time?
Be in a swimming pool
Be in a swimming pool
Be in a swimming pool

Timeline

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Born

August 19th, 1955
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Had a child, Trevor Heffernan

August 14th, 1985
Hinsdale, IL
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Had a child, Julie Heffernan

February 13th, 1988
Hinsdale, IL

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Cause of death

Cardiac Arrest

Method of disposition

Burial

Williams-Kampp Funeral Home
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Williams-Kampp Funeral Home

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