William R. "Bill" Heckman Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on February 9, 2026 in Peabody, Massachusetts

William R. "Bill" Heckman Jr.

August 29, 1954 - February 9, 2026 (71 years old)

Peabody, Massachusetts

William R. "Bill" Heckman Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on February 9, 2026 in Peabody, Massachusetts

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O'Donnell Funeral and Cremation Service

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William R. "Bill" Heckman Jr.

August 29, 1954 - February 9, 2026 (71 years old)

Peabody, Massachusetts

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William R. Heckman Jr. Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to William R. Heckman Jr. of Peabody, Massachusetts, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. William left this world on February 9, 2026 at the age of 71, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of William R. Heckman Jr. to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William Sr. Heckman and June Heckman (Page). He is survived by: his wife Carole Heckman (Colangelo); his children, Keifer Heckman (Kaitlin) of Peabody, John Paul Hillette (Katie) of Salem, Nicholas Ouellette (Sydney) of Wakefield and Desiree Dugas (Keith) of Medford; his grandchildren, Carolyn, Kayleigh, Lucy and Jeremy; his siblings, Elaine Heckman of Beverly and Wayne Heckman of Peabody; his son Keaton Heckman; his sister Gail Heckman; his niece Haley Jalbert; and his nephew Christopher Heckman. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and a community of friends and co-workers.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Bill's memory may be made to Peabody Youth Lacrosse, C/O 12 John Rd., Peabody, MA 01960. DONATE TO PEABODY YOUTH LACROSSE IN HONOR OF BILL: DONATE HERE

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February 13, 2026

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“Dear Carole, I can’t imagine how hard this must be for you. My condolences go out to you and your family at this very difficult time. Know that I am thinking of you and praying for comfort, peace, and wisdom. Phil and Grace DeVasto”


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