John Michael Heffernan
Obituary
John Michael “Giovanni” Heffernan was born on May 24, 1981 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Michael and Candace (O’Connor) Heffernan. He passed from this life on Saturday, January 23, 2016 at the age of 34. John grew up in Tulsa and also lived in Springfield, Missouri; New Orleans, Louisiana; and Stillwater, Oklahoma. He attended Tulsa Tech, Tulsa Community College and Oklahoma State University. He aspired to become a medical doctor and most recently worked at Blue Sky as a delivery driver.
John attended Grace Church in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. He was a very social and outgoing person. His favorite thing to do was hang out with his friends. He enjoyed movies, all kinds of music and eating out; Rio Verde in Tulsa was one of his favorite restaurants. He was an excellent marksman, liked guns and the outdoors. John loved science, and buying and restoring old Cadillacs. He had a love for knowledge and could carry on a conversation about basically any subject. He always welcomed an intellectual challenge. There was nothing John liked better than an interesting conversation with a good friend. John will be remembered for his kindness, ability to make everyone feel welcome and how he cared for other people. John was an amazing son, brother and friend. He will be missed but not forgotten.
John is survived by his parents; his sisters, Katie Heffernan and Kimberly Heffernan; his brother Joseph Heffernan; and many extended family members.
The family will receive friends from 5-7:00 PM Monday, February 1 at Ninde Brookside Funeral Home, 39th & South Peoria. A graveside committal, for the family will be held 11:00 AM Tuesday, February 2, 2016 at Calvary Cemetery, 91st & South Harvard Ave. in Tulsa. A memorial service will follow at 1:00pm at Grace Church, 9610 S. Garnett Road in Broken Arrow, OK.
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Tributes & Memories
He was a good friend once upon a time. We lost touch after I had moved away. I moved back, but Gio was already gone....I think about him a lot.
Jared
Gio was my friend. We had not spoken in about a year because i went to rehabilitaion. About a year after his death i reached out and found out he had passed and was heartbroken. I sit here tonight looking at pictures of him. Still miss him. I grieve for the family if i lost my son (who is now 2 years old) I'd be crushed beyond words. Rest in Peace Gio and i pray for peace for his family. God bless you.
Brian Metcalf
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Mike and Candy, John was in my heart and on my mind this past week. I am still so saddened by his death, and can not begin to imagine the ache you must feel. I think of your family often, and am sending all of my love and dearest condolences now and always. Lara Carlyon
Lara Carlyon
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Lesley Jewell
May Peace be in your hearts Mike and Candy.
Charles Cardamone
Love you Gio
Lesley Jewell
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Toni Hurst
With heavy hearts we mourn this loss with you. Gio was so much more than an employee to us. He was like one of our children. Whether he needed encouragement, discipline, advice (not always requested but given nonetheless), help with finances or just a hug, Gio was quick to pass out the same to even a stranger. He brought laughter, tears of joy and smiles to our family at home and to coworkers and customers at work. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this tragic loss. I pray that you all carry solace in knowing that he will be missed but most of all that he will be forever remembered. RIP Gio.
Rodney & Roberta Rotert
Gio spent so much time at our apartment over the years, we basically looked at him as our grown man child. We loved his company and the jokes. We hope you guys find solace knowing he is no longer battling his demons. He is at peace, finally.
Sala Reeves and Huling Agnew
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Renee Roberts
I can not express how sorry I am to hear of John's passing. I pray for peace and comfort for your family...one day at a time. Sincerely, Tracy Smithwick AAA
Tracy Smithwick
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Colleen McPherson
Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. I can't imagine what you are going through, but I know God wants to be there with you all to give you His infinite love and comfort. You have many friends who are sending you love and many prayers and just want to be there for you, to comfort you In anyway we can. With love in Christ, Barbara Pickens
Barbara Pickens
My heart breaks for you, my daughter went home to the Lord on my birthday 2/18/2003, if you ever want to talk I will be here for you, sad to say you never get over losing a child, it is the hardest thing to go through, I celebrated that my daughter went to heaven, my loss her gain, so every birthday that is what I do. When it get hard for me, I picture her in heaven with family in her own home with the things she like, as Jesus said, ask what your heart desires and I will give it to you. So picture your son, John, enjoying his new life, in his own home and with loved ones, do this this when you are sad and this will make you smile. I've been praying strength for you and your family. Love Jeannnette Barnett
Jeannette Barnett
Mike, Candy, and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you all in our prayers. May the God of all comfort keep his loving arms around you. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. Psalms 116:15 Love, Michael & Felicia Chandler
Michael & Felicia Chandler
Dear Mike, Candace, and family, Our family extends our heartfelt sorrow for your loss as we grieve with you over John's passing. Only families who have experienced the loss of a child, a brother, or sister can truly know what you are right going through now. Our family went through this in 1993 when our 21 year old Sam passed over. Our prayers for the comforter to watch over and care for you and God's grace to surround you and Jesus to speak to your hearts as he grieves with you are going up. If there is any way we can assist or help you, please call me at 918-724-6462. You must come to understand you are not required to understand, but you must continue to trust God. You will get past this horrific time and the heaviness of this will lessen over time as you continue to trust God and walk it out. . We love you, Larry, Carole, Bob, Stephanie and Doug Winnett
Larry and Carole Winnett family
My thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family during this time of grief.
Coralean Wilkerson
Dear Mike and Candy, Ron and I were shocked to hear about the death of your son. Our hearts are in pain about the hurt this must have caused in you and we are so sorry for your loss. John seems such a delightful young man and I am sorry I did not get to know him better. We only met shortly in church. We know how hard it is to lose a son, as we did, and we can only look forward to the glories in Heaven and the joy of that great reunion time. But for now, just know that you are in our prayers and in our hearts. We hope to see you both soon in church again to continue our friendship. With all our love, Ron and Evy
Ron and Evy Boyes
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Kristin Sires
I would like to send my condolences to you and your family. I had the privilege of interviewing John, he was a pleasure to talk to and he made me smile the day he came in with his amazing sense of humor. I'm dearly sorry for your loss Bobbie Chadwell Green Country Staffing
Bobbie Chadwell
Thoughts and prayers are with the Heffernan family.
Mark & Susan McKillip