OBITUARY

Richard Heieren

It is with deep sadness that we inform you of the death of our friend Richard Heieren.

Richard passed away peacefully in his sleep this weekend after a lengthy and hard-fought battle with multiple myeloma cancer.

During his 51 years in the land surveying profession, Richard gained licensure in Alaska, Idaho, Washington, and Montana. He also obtained his license as a US Mineral Surveyor. An avid supporter of education, Richard continued his education even after receiving his license by attending Washington State College and Flathead Valley Community College.

Richard believed in service to his profession and community. He was a member of the WestFed Board of Directors from 2009-17 and served as Chairman from 2013-15. Richard also served as the Land Surveyor Member of the Alaska Board of Registration where he became involved with NCEES and served on several land surveying committees. Beyond his service to the land surveying profession, he was involved with the Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce, Kiwanis, Fairbanks Salvation Army, Rotary Club, and was also a Board Member for the Marion Weeks and Bill Stroker Charitable Foundations.

Richard leaves behind a large loving family including his wife Amanda Allred, and three children, Matthew CC Heieren of Wasilla, Ak., Jacky Smith of Anchorage, Ak., and Johnny Heieren of Dayton, Wash.

Richard wanted everyone to know that he loved every minute of this great life. In particular, he loved hunting and fishing with friends and family. He said the most rewarding thing in his adult life has been his work with charities in the Fairbanks area and in lieu of flowers, Richard encourages you to give your life to Christ.

Richard will be missed but never forgotten. Memorial will be held Thursday September 1 at 10 a.m. at Normal Hill in Lewiston Idaho. Reception to follow.