Jeanne Heath Red Scaffold, South Dakota Obituary

Jeanne Heath

Jeanne Heath, 90, of Gettysburg, passed away Thursday, September 10, 2015 at the Avera Oahe Manor, Gettysburg.Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Gettysburg with Fr. Jerry Kopel presiding. Burial was at Black Hills National Cemetery, Sturgis.Jeanne Maltaverne was born January 25, 1925 in Gettysburg, SD to Leon Germaine (Rogissard) Maltaverne. She attended school in Gettysburg, graduating in 1943.After high school Jeanne moved to Indianapolis, IN where she worked in an airplane factory. She is what would have been considered a Rosie the Riveter; representing American women who worked in factories during World War II. Jeanne then moved to Sioux City, IA where she attended Cosmetology School. She worked in Sioux City until marrying Robert "Bernie" Heath on June 16, 1947. They moved back to South Dakota in 1948 where they raised their family, Dennis, Andrea and Jeff. All three of the children served in the service of the United States. Dennis in the Army, Jeff and Andrea in the Navy.Jeanne enjoyed working in her garden, canning, fishing, and painting homes. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Sacred Heart Altar Society, and the VFW and American Legion Auxiliaries.Jeanne's life will be cherished by her children: Dennis (Cindy) of Stanwood, WA, Andrea (Jim) Bauer of Granbury, TX and Jeff of San Diego, CA; three grandchildren: Shane, Brooke and Chris; two great grandchildren: Alex and Victoria; one great-great grandchild, Layden; and two brother-in-laws: Gordon Heath of Georgia and Larry Heath of Colorado.Her parents and two brothers, John and Paul Maltaverne preceded her in death.Luce Funeral Home of Gettysburg has been entrusted with Jeanne's arrangements.
January 25, 1925 - September 10, 201501/25/192509/10/2015
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Mary Bloodworth
November 1, 2020
Andrea so very sorry for the loss of your Mother thinking about you at this time of sadness ..............Mary Bloodworth
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Bryan Heath
November 1, 2020
Sad news. We have some very fold memories spending time with Jeanne and Uncle Gus over the years, 2 of my favorite relatives that are reunited again. Our deepest sympathies to Denny, Andrea and Jeff (and many others).
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Patty and Jerry Jones
November 1, 2020
Was in Gettysburg last week and stopped in to see your Mom. So sorry to hear of her passing, thought and prayers go out to ou and your family.
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Jim and Gayle Gagnon
November 1, 2020
Andrea and Family, I wish I knew some words comforting enough for the hurt you're feeling. All I can do is tell you we care and our hearts are with you and family. God bless.
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Janell and Tom Kerby
November 1, 2020
Andrea our prayers are with you and Jim and your family as you honor your mothers life. she has crossed over to a better life than we can even fathom.
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Vicki Larson
November 1, 2020
Dear Andrea and Jeff, Please accept my sympathy in the passing of your Mom. Your Mom and Dad were such special people and we had lots of fun times over the years! I have enjoyed a few visits with your Mom in the last year or so when I was visiting Mom and she always knew... Continue Reading
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Dana Schumacher
November 1, 2020
Andrea and family, I am so sad to hear about Jeanne's passing. She was such a joy and breath of fresh air to talk to! She had a way of making everyone who stopped by feel special and I will miss her dearly in the manor. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
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Lila Hericks
November 1, 2020
What a shock. I am so sorry. Andrea and I just spoke this week and I knew you were all coming. She was a great lady!
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