Jesse F. Heithaus

Jesse Franklin Heithaus, 53, of Topeka, KS passed away January 24, 2014. He was born March 29, 1960 in Richmond, IN the son of Franklin Delano Heithaus and Judith Ann (Robinson) Heithaus. He was preceded in death by his son Keith Fazel.

Jesse is survived by his wife Sandra Sue (Rice) Heithaus; his children Jamie Charles Heithaus, Jennifer Ann Heithaus, Sarah Elizabeth (Cook) Heithaus; one grandchild Sydney Paige Heithaus; and one brother Billy Joe Heithaus all residing in Topeka, Kansas.

Jesse graduated from Highland Park High school with honors. He was the captain of the football team and lettered and medaled in track and field. During his lifetime he held various jobs such as computer, heating, cooling and electrical technical jobs. He enjoyed flathead fishing with his buddies, fishing for catfish with his son Jamie, and enjoyed crappie fishing with his father-in-law Bobb L. Rice. While he enjoyed his hobbies, his dogs, fish and bird, nothing made him more proud than his granddaughter Sydney Paige Heithaus. Jesse will be missed and loved by those he left behind. Rest in peace, your family and friends.

Jesse's life will be celebrated at Dove Cremation and Funeral Service located at 4020 SW 6th Avenue, Topeka KS on Thursday, January 30, 2014. Services will begin at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm. We strongly urge everyone to share special moments and memories you had with Jesse. The celebration will continue with a potluck dinner located at Jostens, 4000 S. Adams, Topeka, KS from 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm. His family hopes to celebrate with you.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made at the service. Should you have any questions please call his sister-in-law Becky at 940-390-7770.