John Paul Heffron
August 21, 1946 - July 17, 2018
John Paul Heffron, 71, of Eaton Rapids, passed away July 17, 2018. He was born August 21, 1946 to Anthony and Marion (Thompson) Heffron in Eau Claire, WI. John attended Msgr. John A. Gabriel’s High School in Lansing, graduating in1964. As a youngster John was an active sports enthusiast playing baseball as the teams' pitcher. As an adult he participated in Lansing bowling leagues for many years. John worked as a Purchasing Agent and in the Agricultural school for Michigan State University for 30 years until his retirement. Many people may remember John for his hobby of apple farming. He maintained a beautiful apple orchard which featured a "Serenity Walk" path through the orchard. John is survived by son, Rob (Christine) Heffron and their children Alex and Kathleen; daughter, Robin Brendlinger (Heffron); sister, Susan (Thomas) Heffron-Hajec; sister-in-law, Linda Brown Heffron. He was predeceased by his wife, Joan Heffron in 2016; his parents; and his brother, David Patrick Heffron. Visitation is Wednesday, July 25, 2018, 9:30-11:00 AM at St. Mary Catholic Church, 812 St. Mary Boulevard, Charlotte, MI. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM with Rev. Fr. Dwight Ezop. Burial will take place in Maple Hill Cemetery. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Family and friends can share remembrances and condolences online in John's Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com.
John Paul Heffron, 71, of Eaton Rapids, passed away July 17, 2018. He was born August 21, 1946 to Anthony and Marion (Thompson) Heffron in Eau Claire, WI. John attended Msgr. John A. Gabriel’s High School in Lansing, graduating in1964.... View Obituary & Service Information
