Bernice
Irene Heptig of
Rene (pronounced reen) was born to
Elizabeth and Harry Dailey in
Few areas of intellectual rigor eluded
Rene, and she had impressive ability to synthesize her experiences.
Her myriad of eclectic interests were reflected in
her academic pursuits: Theology, Philosophy, and Chemistry, in that order.
She combined all in her profession, psychiatric
nursing, a career she took on at the age of 42 after raising five children and
sending them on their way.
Her spiritual life was an inspiration, and her intense faith
was a beacon of Light for all who knew her well.
Her greatest passion however was
children.
Rene's sparkle was brightest when she spent time with her
five children, her sixteen grandchildren, and her seven great grandchildren.
Handing her one of the babies was truly a remarkable
experience.
She lit up like Rockefeller's Christmas tree.
Rene was pre-deceased by the man of her
dreams Larry Heptig.
She is survived by
loving siblings Dolly Dailey Hanly, Helen Dailey
Grecki, William Dailey; devoted sons Lawrence “Chip” Heptig, Richard Heptig, and
Joseph Heptig, devoted daughters Lise Heptig Swanson and Mary Heptig Auger;
treasured grandchildren Michael and Chelsea Heptig, Emily, Joseph, Amanda and
Matthew Swanson, Elise, Kate, and Will Heptig, Peter Lawrence,
Molly, and Megan Auger; Luke, Sam, Frank, and Grace
Heptig; cherished great grandchildren Michael and Matthew Heptig, Greta, Ava,
Finnegan and Declan Swanson, Sasha Heptig Borkson,
and other beloved family members.
A Memorial Mass will be held at St. James
Roman Catholic Church,
In lieu of
flowers, the family asks those interested in making a contribution in Rene’s
memory to kindly consider Hospicare,