Jay Duane Heckaman Obituary
The memory of Jay Duane Heckaman of Silver Lake, Indiana, born in Bremen, Indiana, who passed away on January 28, 2026 at the age of 65, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the sacred silence of farewell, Jay is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Jay's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Merl Heckaman and Joann Heckaman (Gragg); his wife Sharon Heckaman; his siblings, Kay Ruggier (Robert), Eric Heckaman (Nicole) and Tim Heckaman (Noel); his sister-in-law Julie Heckaman (Casey Shepherd); his daughter Josie Marie Heckaman; and his brother Brian Heckaman.
For those who wish to honor the memory of Jay Heckaman, memorial contributions may be made to C.O. Mollenhouer Conservation Camp, P.O. Box 1366 Warsaw, Indiana 46581 or the South Pleasant Church, 5064 West 1400 North, North Manchester, Indiana 46962.
