Charles F Barney Heathcott

Visitation: Tuesday 4 to 8 PM

Services: Wednesday 10:30 AM

CHARLES "BARNEY" HEATHCOTT Charles "Barney" Heathcott of Evansville passed away on Friday December 9, 2011 at Little Sisters of the Poor where he resided. He was born March 14, 1923. Barney was a member of Teamsters Local Union 215 and retired in 1985 from Interstate Motor Freight as a truck driver. Barney was a kind hearted man who volunteered for Little Sisters of the Poor for over 25 years. His generosity to the home included taking care of the grounds, baking pies (well known for his little cherry pies) and cookies, as well as picking up deliveries from Donut Bank Bakery. He was a selfless man when it came to Little Sisters. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church In the city where he volunteered his services for Saturday evening mass as an usher. Barney also donated his time fixing fried chicken for the church's summer socials, cooking bereavement dinners for parish members as well as being Past President of the Men's Club at the church. Barney was a man of humor with a warm heart. He enjoyed spending time with his sons and grandson Todd, fishing at Lake Barkley. His other passions included mall walking with his friends, cheering for his favorite football teams and having Sunday breakfast with his family. His other passions included being coach of "Barney's Boy's" softball team and being a Cub Scout Den Leader and Boy Scout Troup Leader. In 2003, Barney was honored when his grandson Joseph dedicated his first published book, Beyond the Ruins to his grandfather. Barney had many talents and passions throughout his life but nothing more passionate than the love he had for his wife, Catherine. Their love for each other was immeasurable and they enjoyed traveling to Florida and going to Fancy Farm and other locations throughout Kentucky and Indiana. Their life together was truly a love story. He was determined to be the best husband, father, grandfather and friend. He was a giving and loyal man and had great pride in his two sons. Barney was preceded in death by his parents; William Huston Heathcott and Edna L. (Toon). Also preceding him in death were siblings; Wayne, Odie, Harold, William, Anna Muriel (2011), Estell and John Rudolph. He was also preceded in death by the loss of his granddaughter, April Anne in 1989. He held precious memories of their time together. Survivors include his wife of 68 years, Catherine (Raley) of Evansville; sons Ray (Rhonda) and David (Jackie) all of Newburgh. Also surviving are grandchildren Todd (Ann) of Newburgh, IN; Joseph (Ashley) of NYC; Penny Heathcott of Carmel, IN and Chad (Amy) of Pittsburgh, PA. along with Todd and Chad's mother, Mary Joyce Heathcott of Newburgh, IN. Great-grandchildren Sydney & Bryce of Newburgh, IN, Corbin Buchanan of Carmel, IN, Colin & Madeline of Pittsburgh, PA also survive him, along with a sister, Mary Edna Schuetter of Zellwood, Florida and several nieces and nephews. Visitation is Tuesday, December 13, 2011 from 4 pm. to 8 p.m. at Titzer Funeral Home, Miller & Miller Colonial Chapel, 100 E. Columbia St., Evansville, IN. There will be a prayer service at 7:30 p.m. Visitation will continue Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at Little Sisters of The Poor, 1236 Lincoln Ave, Evansville, IN 8:30 a.m. to service time. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel at Little Sisters with Fr. Ted Tempel officiating and burial in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Little Sisters of the Poor, St John's Home for the Aged, 1236 Lincoln Ave, Evansville, IN 47714. Stories and memories of Barney may be posted at www.titzerfuneralhomes.com. The family would like to graciously thank Little Sisters of the Poor for the care and love they gave to Barney. We also want to acknowledge and thank Debbie with VNA Hospice for her compassion and care during this time. "The Lord Gave You a Wonderful and Fulfilling Life. You Gave Back In Ways That Will Carry On By All Who Were Blessed To Have Known You. Your Memory Will Live On for Generations and You Will Live In Our Hearts Forever"