In loving memory of Dan Heun

Hello,

My name is Kevin Hallmeyer and I was Dan’s chiropractor. On the morning of September 14th, Dan was crossing the street outside of my office while on his way home. Sadly, Dan was struck by a vehicle. In true Bend fashion a community of healthcare practitioners rushed to his side and administered first aid until emergency services arrived. Dan was rushed to St. Charles Hospital where he was treated in the ICU. Over the next few days family and friends filled the waiting room to support Dan and his family. Tragically, Dan succumbed to the injuries from the accident and passed away on Sunday September 17th.

Since the incident I have had the honor of meeting many members of Dan's family. While everyone involved is navigating this with an extremely heavy heart, we have found comfort in one another. Sharing stories of Dan as a baseball player, to his fascination with chiropractic, and of course his unwavering love for his family. To quote his daughter Keri, his marriage to Connie was something out of a love story. During the conversation I offered to assist the family however I could. One of those ways is to create a fundraiser in Dan's memory.

Given the gravity of the accident there is a long and likely slow road ahead. However, the family is incurring a lot of immediate out of pocket costs with memorial services and other expenses. It is my hope that as a community we can pull together and help relieve some of the unimaginable stress they are currently experiencing. If you would consider supporting the cause or sharing the page on social media it would be very much appreciated by myself and Dan’s family.

Dan is survived by his wife Connie, his children: Eric and wife Sue, Dane, Keri and husband Dino, Cory and wife Sally, Dana and husband Tim, Joel, as well as great/grandchildren: Casey, Derick and wife Cameo, Angelo and wife Ashley, Cody, Alyse, Alex, Isabelle, Ava, Bryanna and fiance Fred, Logan, Jaxson, Brooklyn. Sadly. the Heun family is no stranger to tragedy, as Troy the fifth child to Dan and Connie, passed suddenly two years ago. The family is still mourning the passing of their son and sibling and wished he be included in remembrance of Dan. Below are a few statements the family shared about their relationship with Dan and what he meant to the family.

If you have any questions please feel free to reach out. All donations will go directly to Connie, Dan's wife.

Respectfully,

Kevin Hallmeyer

Connie: What my life with Dan has meant: Dan always wanted what was best for me. Through the years we had a family of seven children which required patience and love. Dan was a Wonderful father and loved all of our children. He would always want to help figure out how he could solve family problems. We moved many times as our family outgrew many homes. When we moved to Bend, I said “no more moves Dan!” At that point we settled into a nice apartment and met many many friends. Most of them were seniors where we lived& of course Friends we had known for years from the Local Kingdom Hall where Dan loved to be. Oh by the way, our children had grown up and we’re on their own but they check in on us daily to see if we needed anything. I could go on and on but will end this short story. I am looking forward to throwing my arms around him again, hopefully soon, and welcoming him to the new system. I love you, Dan.

Cory: Short and sweet because it’s too hard right now. I love you Dad you had a heart of gold and I will miss you every day. You always showed compassion and concern for everyone. We didn’t have a lot growing up but it didn’t matter because we had a strong loving family and parents that made sure we were ok. Although you're not here, I will always talk to you. Ok, Love you Dad ❤️❤️

Eric: When I think of Dad I think about how much love he had for Mom and his children no matter what was going on in life. (Also no matter how much I would push his buttons as a teenager the worst thing he ever said was I was being a jackass I never ever heard him cuss)

Keri: I didn’t just lose my Dad. I lost my Best Friend, and role model. You weren’t just my dad, but my dearest friend and my hero since the day I was born. My Father taught his children from the Bible how to love people, to show respect and the value of Life and what a precious gift it was, and to never take it for granted! My Father taught me to love, to laugh, and to not take life so seriously, he would dry my tears and quickly make me laugh. My Father was my Best Friend, my biggest supporter and my most trusted confidant! The best part of my everyday was hearing his voice. He was the BEST Dad to his 7 kids, and he adored our Mother with every ounce of his being. Watching him be Married to Our Mother was like watching one of the Most Beautiful love stories you’ve ever seen! It was truly something beautiful. Dan Heun was a Beautiful Man & his loss will forever leave a hole in my Heart that no one else can fill. I long to see him and hug him again. I love you Dad! I miss you beyond words. You didn’t deserve this. I’m so sorry Dad. Thank you for loving me. Your Daughter, Keri

Dana: I will miss dad laughing at his own jokes, taking walks down to the brewery. I have lots of great memories but too many to text. Dad will truly be missed by his children and everyone that got the chance to know him. Dad will always be in my heart. ❤️