Heather Joy McGatha's obituary , Passed away on March 24, 2026 in Piedmont, Alabama

Heather Joy McGatha

July 13, 1982 - March 24, 2026 (43 years old)

Piedmont, Alabama

Heather Joy McGatha's obituary , Passed away on March 24, 2026 in Piedmont, Alabama

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Thompson Funeral Home and Crematory

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Heather Joy McGatha

July 13, 1982 - March 24, 2026 (43 years old)

Piedmont, Alabama

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Heather Joy McGatha Obituary

The memory of Heather Joy McGatha of Piedmont, Alabama, who passed away on March 24, 2026 at the age of 43, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Heather Joy McGatha to pay them a last tribute.

As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let her loved ones carry forward the torch of her memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of her love and the brilliance of her spirit. Though Heather may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, her essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Mike Shell and Rhonda Shell; and her stepson Chandler Garcia. She is survived by: her husband David McGatha; her children, Hannah Steed, Hayley McGatha and Ethan McGatha (Haley); her grandchildren, Lilah Wolf, Ayla Cosby, Kristian McGatha and Ivey Wolf; and her brother Brandon Shell. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and other family members.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Thompson Funeral Home and Crematory



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Philadelphia Baptist Church
2220 Philadelphia Church Rd, Piedmont, AL 36272

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