She was a teacher and guidance counselor in the Jerseyville, Illinois school system for 20 years before moving to Boynton Beach where she worked as a teacher, Realtor, medical receptionist and pursued her avocations of reading, birding and, until recently, regularly played golf. She also devoted a great deal of time to providing transportation to those in need.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Paul Heye and sister Elizabeth ("Betty") Beger.  She is survived by her long-time companion, Cathy Horton, of the home, her sister-in-law Marie Heye of Crestwood, KY, two nieces, five nephews and many great and great-great nieces and nephews.

She will be greatly missed by her many friends and family for her generous heart and dry incisive wit.