October 11, 1949 – April 4th 2023

It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Heather on Tuesday, April 4th, 2023, at the age of 73.

Heather was born and raised in Oshawa and went on to have a long and successful career at General Motors.

Predeceased by her husband and best friend Bob Howes and loving sister Debbie Buntsma (Evert). Heather will be sadly missed by her four children, Toni (Rob), Kristine (Brian), Samantha and Rob (Jenn).

Proud Nana of her ten grandchildren, Savannah, Georgia, Sophia, Rowan, Haley (Lachlan), Erika (Callum), Mason (Ashtyn), Bryce, Sydney and Katlynn, her five great grandchildren and her beloved dog Maggie.

Heather will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by her lifelong friends and extended family.

Visitation will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Saturday, April 15th from 10:30 to 12:30 p.m.

Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation will be appreciated by the family.

“Remember that on the other side there is a great family reunion and much rejoicing. This farewell and our separation is their reunion and homecoming.”

Online condolences may be made at oshawafuneralhome.com .