John Joseph Heilenman Sr.

John Joseph Heilenman Sr., 81, of Boyertown passed away the morning of Tuesday, December 20. 2016 after a hard fought battle with COPD.

Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Bernice (Coleman) and Benjamin F Heilenman.

He was preceded in death by Alice Mae ( Boggs) Heilenman who he shared 61 wonderful years of marriage. His greatest legacy will be the love he had for his wife and family.

He worked various jobs including milk delivery and a foundry worker. John’s last job was as the owner and operator of AA Fuel which he operated for over 12 years until his retirement.

He will be greatly missed by his children, John (Denise) Heilenman, Donald (Ronda Jo) Heilenman, Denise (Robert) Geahr, Donna (Jeff) Swenson, Stephen (Kathy) Heilenman and Jennifer Heilenman.

He was so proud of 19 grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Memorial Services will be held at the Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home, Inc. 111 North Reading Ave. Boyertown, PA. 19512. on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at 11:00 AM. Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 10:00 to 11:00 AM.

Interment will be Fairview Cemetery,

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in John’s name to the American Lung Association 55 W. Wacker Dr. Suite 1150, Chicago, IL 60601.

Online condolences may be made at www.lwottfuneralhome.com his 16 in