Alexander John Heitman, age 29, of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away Monday, July 25th, 2011.
Memorial services will be 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011 at Roseberrys Funeral Home. Friends may call at Roseberrys Funeral Home on Wednesday from 5 p.m. until the time of service.
Alex was born September 3rd, 1981 in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin to Donald and Annette (Guite) Heitman. He graduated from Adams-Friendship High School in 2000. Alex earned bachelors and masters degrees from the University of Wisconsin, Whitewater; an accounting certificate from the University of California-Berkley, and completed pre-doctorate work in finance/educational leadership at Nova South Eastern University. Alex worked for the American Cancer Society and UNICEF, and later Oak Ridge School District, Oak Ridge, TN as supervisor of business and support services.
Alex married Kristie Kasperski June 28, 2008 in Waunakee, Wisconsin.
Alex enjoyed running, golfing, hunting, volunteering, baseball, helping on the farm, refereeing basketball games, nature, learning, his dog Yadi, and watching the St. Louis Cardinals. Alex supported the following charities: the Tennessee Valley Golden Retriever Rescue and the Loggerhead Marine Center for his love of sea turtles, and the St. Jude Childrens Hospital.
Alex was a member All Saints Catholic Church and St. Johns Newman Catholic Church in Knoxville, TN.
Alex was preceded in death by his grandparents: Edward Heitman, Robert and Madeline Guite, and Theordore and Victoria King.
Survivors include:
Wife, Kristie Heitman of Knoxville, TN
And their forthcoming child
His beloved dog Yadi
Parents: Donald and Annette Heitman of Adams, WI
Brother: Nicolas Heitman of Milwaukee, WI
Sister: Sara Heitman of Madison, WI
Grandmother: June Heitman of Adams, WI
Uncle: Lloyd (Roberta) Heitman of Adams, WI
Uncle: Larry (Jeanne) Heitman of Adams, WI
Aunt: Jean (Richard) Kleinfeldt of Delafield, WI
Uncles: Jerry (Pat), Jeff (Jan), Dennis (Sylvia), and Jon (Kerry)Guite of Seattle, WA; Larry Guite of New Mexico; and Andy (Mary) Guite of Duluth, MN.
Aunts: Michelle (Bruce) MacDonald, Jan (Doug) Durand of Duluth, MN; Joanne Pritchard of Mauston, WI; Paulette Guite of La Crosse, WI
Father and Mother-in-law: Don and Joyce Kasperski of Baraboo, WI
Sister-in-law: Kathleen (Steve) Wozniak of Sherwood, WI
God-son: Jaxon Wozniak of Sherwood, WI
Aunt: Jackie Wilhoite of Tampa, FL
Grandparents: Art and Clara Kasperski of Cicero, IL
Uncle: Mike (Mary) King of Lyons, IL
Uncle: Ron (Jill) King of Barrington, IL
Further survived by cousins, other relatives, and friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Kristi I am very sorry for your loss. Alex was a fine person that I had the pleasure of working with on many occasions. My son took his life at the age of 29 in 2009 and I’m available through the school system email if you need someone to talk to that understands what you are going through.
I’m very sorry for your loss of your son Alex. I worked with Alex for the past two years and he was a very kind person. Our son took his life at the age of 29 in September of 2009 leaving two young daughters and I didn’t believe I would even be able to take a deep breath again. Somehow with God’s grace I got through the pain. "It’s hard to have faith through the pain but that’s why there’s grace."
Don and Annette, We just heard of your devastating loss and cannot fathom the hole this has left in your lives. We are so sorry for you, Kristie, Sara, Nick and the rest of your family. We pray for peace and healing of your hearts.
Mike and Wanda Bartz
Kristi – I was so very heartbroken to hear of Alex’s passing. I pray for you and your child. Always know that your family and friends will do anything they can to help you heal, as best you can.
Barbara Wilson
2011-08-17
Kristie and Family-I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. Please, know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Very sad to hear what had happened. I will always remember our great times playing Basketball together in Adams. Alex could always make our Locker room laugh and not take things to seriously. We will all miss the Wizard of White Creek. – Gentle Ben
Alex was a such a fine young man whom I admired greatly. Spoke to him several times a week and he was always so helpful and upbeat. I will never forget his honesty and kindness. His passing is a great loss to the world and to our School District.
My sincerest sympathies of your loss. I remember playing against Alex in both basketball and baseball. We were both centers and whenever he played against Necedah I looked forward to matching up against him. He was a great competitor and he will be missed.
We are so sorry to hear of Alex’s passing. I can’t even imagine the pain that you are going thru. Nobody should have to go thru this. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family at this time.
We are truly sorry for your tragic loss. Words are very hard to come by at a time like this. All we offer is our thoughts and prayers!
We were stunned and saddened to learn of Alex’s passing. Our memories of his years in Adams all flooded back to us. We will always remember him with great fondness and love. You are in our prayers.
Donnie, Annette, and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time.
I just heard the terrible news. My heart breaks for you and your family Annette. You will all be in my prayers. May God give you strength to get through this sad time.
Kristie, You and your family our in my thoughts and prayers.
Don and Annette, You are in my thoughts and prayers. So very sorry for your loss.
Alex was a great man, a role model for all. I looked up to him as I am sure many did. He touched my life in so many different aspects and I forever thank him for that. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone who had the pleasure of being a part of his life.
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. He was a special person and I will remember fond memories of growing up playing sports with Alex. Kristie, stay strong and lean on your family to help with your sadness.
So, so sorry. Alex’s smile would always brighten my day. Thinking of you all.
So sorry to hear this sad news. Stay strong and remember all the good times. Thinking of you all!
As a survivor of similar circumstance, I promise, that in time, you will think of Alex and smile. It takes a long time, alot of tears, and lots of prayers! That is all that will help you through! God. He is there for us today, tomorrow, and forever. May God bless and comfort all of Alex’s family. Praying for you.
It’s been nearly 3 years for me and I had a cry on Monday but most of the time, I have resolved to remember the great times and cherish those memories fondly.
Although I didn’t know Alex personally, I too work in the Oak Ridge school system. Kristie, I am truly sorry for your loss and hope that someday you find peace. You are in the hearts and prayers of many Oak Ridgers!
Kristie, Donny, Annette, and family
We are so deeply sorry for your loss….hope you find comfort in all the wonderful memories of Alex….Our prayers go out to you all…
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss Kristie. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this tough time. God Bless.
So sorry to hear of Alex’s passing. My thoughts are with Kristie and the rest of the family. He will live on in your hearts. Rest in Peace.
Although its difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. My pryaers and love to auntie, he was a great well loved man, I will miss him.
My thoughts and prayers are sent your way.May you get through this tough time by remembering all the good.Kristie~stay strong,there will be some long roads and you will get through them.
Our deepest sympathy to your family. I had the privlage of officiating with Alex. When we heard the news we were heart broken. Alex was a great person and we will miss him dearly. God Bless!!!
So sorry to hear of your loss!! Alex was a great person!! God bless all his family and friends!!
You are in my thoughts and prayers Annette, I am so very sorry to hear about your loss….
DONNIE AND FAMILY,WHEN I GOT THE SHOCKING NEWS OF ALEX IT GAVE ME GOOSE BUMPS NOT SURE WHY! THE TWO MOST MEMORABLE MEMORIES OF ALEX WAS THE FIRST DAY I MET HIM AT THE CENEX IN BARABOO WORKING SIDE BY SIDE WITH HIS DAD, AND THE OTHER WAS THE BIG TIP IN AT THE BUZZER AGAINST LAKE GENEVA BADGER! WITH THAT SAID I CAN FEEL THE PAIN THAT THE FAMILY IS GOING THRU AFTER EXPERIENCING IT MYSELF FIRST HAND! REMEMBER TIME HEALS ALL WOUNDS AND THAT YOU HAD A GREAT KID IN ALEX HE WILL BE MISSED DEARLY!I WON’T BE ABLE TO MAKE IT TONIGHT SO IF YOUR IN TOWN ON FRIDAY I WILL HAVE SOMETHING FOR YOU! TAKE CARE AND GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY! TODD@JEAN
DONNIE AND FAMILY,WHEN I GOT THE SHOCKING NEWS OF ALEX IT GAVE ME GOOSE BUMPS NOT SURE WHY! THE TWO MOST MEMORABLE MEMORIES OF ALEX WAS THE FIRST DAY I MET HIM AT THE CENEX IN BARABOO WORKING SIDE BY SIDE WITH HIS DAD, AND THE OTHER WAS THE BIG TIP IN AT THE BUZZER AGAINST LAKE GENEVA BADGER! WITH THAT SAID I CAN FEEL THE PAIN THAT THE FAMILY IS GOING THRU AFTER EXPERIENCING IT MYSELF FIRST HAND! REMEMBER TIME HEALS ALL WOUNDS AND THAT YOU HAD A GREAT KID IN ALEX HE WILL BE MISSED DEARLY!I WON’T BE ABLE TO MAKE IT TONIGHT SO IF YOUR IN TOWN ON FRIDAY I WILL HAVE SOMETHING FOR YOU! TAKE CARE AND GODD BLESS YOUR FAMILY! TODD@JEAN
Kristie- We are so sorry to hear about Alex. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this difficult time.
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Alex. My memories of him from working with the sports at the high school will last forever. I pray that God will soften the sorrow that you feel.
Words are not adequate to express the sorrow we feel for your loss. Alex was an inspiration to so many. We feel blessed and lucky to have known his big heart and endearing personality. With our deepest sympathy, our thoughts and prayers for strength are with you. The Rogers’ – Mark, TC, Kirby, Regan
Auntie Annette and Uncle Donnie,
My heart hurts for what you have been through and what lies ahead. May your family continue to be strong and I hope that the unconditional love from your family and friends, help you through. Please give my love to Sara and Nick. With all my love and prayers Cecilia.
I will always remember Alex as my adorable little cousin. I remember being at Grandma Guite’s house in Friendship with Alex. Alex was dancing and singing for Grandma. She absolutely adored her grandson. Your entire family is in my thoughts and prayers, Annette.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, please accept my heartfelt sympathies. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
You are in my thoughts and prayers, I am so very sorry to hear about your loss….
know that there are many prayers being sent your way at this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss.
So sorry Annette…our thoughts are with you…
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. Philippians 4:13 has always helped us in times of stress and pray you find the strength you need in the days ahead to comfort not only yourself but those around you with the knowledge that Grace and Love are our supports to lean on.
I am so sad to learn of the loss of your son Alex. Please know that I am thinking of your family and sending my prayers.
So sorry to hear of this tragic loss!! He was great man thoughts and prays out to his family!!
We are all so sad about the loss of Alex you are all in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time God Bless you All !
What a loss for all! Im so sorry about our loss he will not know about the love of his beautiful child to come . Til God desides so , God bless you all and guide you threw the difficult days ahead. You are all in
So sorry for your loss.Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all. Dennis and Judy Allen
There are not any words that can express the sadness that is felt for your family. Please except my deepest sympathy and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kristie,
Although we only met two years ago, you have become such a close friend to me. I always enjoyed spending time with you and Alex, and I have wonderful memories of him: Biscuit Festival, dinner at your house, Cardinals game, lunch at Market Square, the movies, and more. Just know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I’m loving you, friend!
We are saddened by the news of Alexs passing. Please accept our deepest sympathies and love during this difficult time.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Heitman family and Alex’s wife and child. May God walk with you through this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy.
Kristie words cannot express what I am feeling for you and your family…may you find strength in all the love your friends and family have to offer you during this terrible time…Love Melinda Blair and Maddy Green
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you…
To the Family, Friends, of Alex. Words are not much for comfort right now, the pain and loss are so great for all of you. Our prayers for all and Alex are prayers of comgort from God and He has a very wonderful young man that has joined his flock in heaven. I will never forget his smile at the when he made the winning shot at state playng basketball. A smile to treasure.
I was so shocked and sorry to hear of Alex’s passing. I am truly, deeply sorry for your loss.
I am deeply sorry to hear about the loss of Alex. He was truly a great son, husband, brother and friend among many other things. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. He will always be missed, but never forgotten!
We are deeply sorry for the loss of Alex. There are so many wonderful memories from happy times at CR and AF school days. May you find comfort in the love he shared and his many personal accomplishments. Thoughts and prayers, Sandy, Alexis ands Chris Pheiffer
Our deepest thoughts and prayers go out to the friends and families who knew and loved such a wonderful man. you will be greatly missed by all……
So sorry for the unfortunate loss of Alex. I also remember that game at State when he made the winning shot!! He was so excited and happy! Those and all the all the other great memories will hopefully help you through this difficult time. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Our thoughts and prayers for comfort and peace are with your family.
Our love and heart felt condolences goes out to you Kristie. Annette, Donnie, Sarah and Nick.
We will see you soon Annette – We love you.
Our deepest sympathies to both families and of course kristie and the baby. Nobody deserves anything like this. It is beyond any words. Our prayers are with alex and everyone he knew.
My thouhts are with Alex’s family n friends during this difficult time and my heart goes out to all of you. I know he will be missed dearly by many.
I am very sorry for your loss. My best memory of Al was "the shot" at state. Just the joy of his face after making that hoop will be missed by everyone that knew him. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Kristie and Heitman family, we were very sadened to hear about the loss of Alex. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. I will always have fond memories of officiating with Alex and my deepest sympathy is with you all.
Donald & Annette,
My Deepest Sympathy goes out to you and the rest of your family on the loss of Alex.
Kristie,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family on loss of Alex.
Kristie and family, I am so sorry to hear the loss of Alex. You have been in my thoughts and prayers this week and will continue to be as the weeks go on. My depest sympathy goes out to all of you.
Kristie –
Dana and I are sending comforting thoughts and our deepest sympathy during this most difficult time. We are here as your neighbors, please let us know if there is anything at all we can do to help you. So very sorry for your and your family’s loss.
I am so Sorry for your loss and I send my sympathy to all of Alex’s Family ,Kristi A Special Prayer go to you and the little one may you draw close to the family in this time of need
Kristie-
My deepest sympathies are with you during this most difficult time. Thinking of you and your families.
Words cannot express how sad we are to hear of your loss. Much sympathy to all of Alex’s family.
As you hold each other for comfort remember all the time you spent with Alex. Look to God, your friends and each other for comfort.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you find peace and healing.
Annette & Don,
We are sending out our prayers for your family at this difficult time.
My prayers and thoughts are with your family at this very sad time.
Dear Donnie, Annette, Nick, Sara, Kristie and family,
We are with you in sharing your sadness. There are no words to express our deep sympathy, but hoping family, friends, the love of God and treasured memories of Alex are a comfort to you. Love remains forever.
Our thoughts and prayes are with you during this difficult time. May your memories support you while you try to cope during the days ahead!
So sorry to hear of your loss. Will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
I am praying for all of you.
We are so sorry to learn of the devastating loss of Alex. There are no words to describe your overwhelming sadness. Jesus welcomes our sons with open arms. HE understands.
So very sorry. My heart breaks for you in so many ways…
Our sincere heartfelt wishes of sympathy for your loss. Words seem empty. Many prayers for you and your family.