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Rev. Edward L. Heyer, a retired clergy member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away on Monday, May 31, 2021 at age 93. During his ministry in the Northern Illinois Conference, he served Seneca, Winfield: Community, Joliet: Trinity and Sheridan.
A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, June 27, 2021, at 11:30 AM at United Church of Sandwich, 512 Lions Road, Sandwich, IL.
Messages of condolences may be sent to his wife and family:
Mrs. Jane Heyer
9634 County Line Road
Hinkley, Illinois
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to “Bread for the World” at bread.org in honor of Edward Heyer.
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