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Kay A. Heath

1933 - 2024

Kay A. Heath obituary, 1933-2024, Brookings, OR

BORN

1933

DIED

2024

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Palm Memorial - Sierra Chapel

49269 Road 426

Oakhurst, California

Kay Heath Obituary

Kay A (Burhans) Heath

March 20, 1933 - December 17, 2024

Brookings, Oregon - Kay A. Heath, born March 20, 1933, passed away on December 17, 2024, in Brookings, Oregon.

Kay earned a Master's Degree in Education from Fresno State University and dedicated many years to teaching at Slater and Eaton Elementary Schools. Her commitment to education left a lasting impression on countless students, many of whom returned later in life to express their gratitude for Kay's care and dedication.

Kay was preceded in death by her husband, Albert Heath; son, Greg Burhans; and stepson, Joe Heath. She is lovingly remembered by her children, Linda Burhans Nester and Doug Burhans; as well as stepdaughters Sharron Nisbett and Debbie Gehrke.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 19th at Palm Memorial Sierra Chapel in Oakhurst, California, located at 49269 Road 426.

In honor of Kay's love for animals, donations may be made to a reputable horse or dog rescue facility.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Fresno Bee from Apr. 24 to Apr. 27, 2025.

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Kani Bopes

May 15, 2025

Kay and my mother, Helen (Spratt) Bickett, were school mates and remained friends through the years and over the miles. Conversations, letters, snapshots and Christmas cards always included her horses and recent adventures. She definitely loved her ranch life. My mom would get so excited over Kay's visits. My condolences to the family.

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