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Our heartfelt condolences go out to your family during this time of great loss!
Scott and Sarah (Tallis) True
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Sarah True
January 4th, 2019 at 12:00am
I am so shocked and saddened to hear this news about Heather. It wasn't until I read the obituary and saw the name "Hoger", that I realized that Heather was my former student. I remember her so fondly as she would come to my home in South Bend for her oboe lessons back in the late 80's. She always had a big smile on her face and was so eager. Unfortunately, as is often the case we lose touch, but I must say I'm not surprised she went on to be a music teacher and then school principal--expressing her talents and passion as she was so gifted to do. Only wish I had had the gift of knowing her also as an adult and the amazing woman she became. My deepest condolences to Heather's family, the school community and all those that knew and loved her. xxxxoooo
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Andrea Mather-Stow
December 30th, 2018 at 12:00am
Our heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Prayers for your family in this unexpected time of grief.
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Steve and Connie Morrison
December 30th, 2018 at 12:00am
My thoughts are with your family at this difficult time. Heather volunteered with my baseball team the past couple of summers and was a huge help. Her love for all children was apparent and she will be greatly missed.
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Emily Harrington
December 30th, 2018 at 12:00am
Phyllis and I send our sympathy to you Tobin, and your family.
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Lloyd Yoder
December 30th, 2018 at 12:00am
I’m so sad for your family’s loss. Sandy, I once met Heather with you at the United Way office, many years ago. I’ve never forgotten her. She was lovely.
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Chris Kucklick
December 29th, 2018 at 12:00am
My heart and prayers go out to Heather's family. I remember being at the Hoger's to celebrate Heather and Toby's wedding. Your table always seemed to win at every trivia we were at. I wish you healing and love.
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Heidi Behnke
December 29th, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Heather, Teresa Moraca lit a candle.
I met Heather when I was coaching Spelling Bee several years ago. She cared so much about all the kids she worked with. She was always smiling, and I'll miss her enthusiasm! My heart goes out to her family. I'll miss her!
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Teresa Moraca
December 29th, 2018 at 12:00am
I'll remember Heather as a smart, fun, energetic friend from my childhood. She and I were Eurobuddies as we joined an art history tour around Europe in 1989. Love and prayers to her family and all those lives she touched in the Dowagiac School system.
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Greg Poole
December 29th, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Heather, Vicki Gould Anders lit a candle.
I have known Heather my whole life. She will surely be missed by all. I will see you at the celebration on Sunday! Pretty much all of my childhood and high school memories include her.
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Vicki Gould Anders
December 28th, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Heather, Wendy Hoger-Bond lit a candle.
Our family lost a very bright light this week. We were blessed to have Heather in our lives for 45 years, and while we all are hurt by her unexpected passing, may each and every one of us remember her warmly in our hearts for the rest of our lives. Heather was truly blessed to have so many friends as evidenced by the prayer vigil gathering last weekend. I thank everyone for all the support you have shown for all of her family.
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Wendy Hoger-Bond
December 28th, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Heather, Jill Kinchen lit a candle.
My prayers are with the family of this wonderful lady an to her staff an ALL of her students my 7 year old granddaughter always had nothing but good things to say about her it is clear she will be missed by so many an has touched so many peoples hearts god bless as now she is in gods hands an will never be in pain again ??????
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Jill Kinchen
December 28th, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Heather, Betsy Cornish lit a candle.
I couldn’t have asked for a better mentor as I began my teaching career with Heather. We taught kindergarten together at Sister Lakes. She was such a gifted teacher and loved and served her community with everything she had. She taught me so much and I will miss her tremendously! My prayers go out to her family, friends, and students and staff at Dowagiac Schools. God has gained a beautiful angel!
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Betsy Cornish
December 28th, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Heather, Baugher-Bassett Gayle lit a candle.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
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Baugher-Bassett Gayle
December 28th, 2018 at 12:00am
No words can come close to comforting at this time.
Heather's infectious personality will be greatly missed.
Continued thoughts and prayers to all.
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Julie Fisher-Fryman
December 28th, 2018 at 12:00am
Heather will be deeply missed , Her sense of humor and her her laugh was infectious. I never saw her when she was not smiling. My thought and prayers to her beloved family. I am so very sorry for your loss.
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Phyllis Sarabyn
December 28th, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Heather, Trinity Stephens lit a candle.
I will miss you so much you opened you arms to me when I started pat ham and told me everything would be ok.
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Trinity Stephens
December 28th, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Heather, Jami Chavez lit a candle.
My thoughts and prayers go out to all who are affected by this tragic loss. Heather will be greatly missed.
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Jami Chavez
December 28th, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Heather, Veradea Johnson lit a candle.
,My prayers and thoughts are with the family's, so sad to lose a a beautiful lady so ealy in life. God received angle. God bless you all.
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Veradea Johnson
December 28th, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Heather, Abigail Baldwin lit a candle.
My dear Mrs.Nash I'll miss you dearly. You were the teacher that I never forgot. Thank you for all you taught me in kindergarten and 6th grade. If it wasn't for your 6th grade class I wouldn't have the best friend I have now ? To the family I'm so deeply sorry for your loss! Her memory will never be forgotten.
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Abigail Baldwin
December 28th, 2018 at 12:00am
In honor of Heather, Terri Schmidt lit a candle.
So sorry for your loss. Heather truly made a huge impact on so many lives. We are all blessed to have been a part of her life in one way or another. Sending lots of prayers for all of the family. ?? The Schmidt’s
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Terri Schmidt
December 28th, 2018 at 12:00am
