John' David Heist Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on February 20, 2026, at the age of 89, John' David Heist of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact John' David had on those he encountered along his journey. Though John' David may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

He was predeceased by: his mother Mary Knight; his wife Joyce Heist; his daughter Susan Heist; and his siblings, Mary "Betsy" Hunt and Bob Heist.

He is survived by: his children, Allen Heist Morristown (Tracy) and Amy Heist (Sonnet).

In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to Feral feline friends of East Tennessee (feralfelinefriends.org).