passed away at Rosewood Care Center, Monday, June 30, 2008. Age 80 years.\r\nSurvived by his brother Frank "Nemi" (Donna) Nemanich, Jr., two sisters Frances M. (Stephen-deceased) Sefcik and Bernice "Bea" Nemanich. Two nephews Michael Nemanich and Mark (Kimberly) Sefcik, four nieces Anne Nemanich, Karen Nemanich, Leah Nemanich and Lynnette (Stephen) Reichel. Six grand nephews Ryan Softcheck, Stephen, Aaron, Corey, Jordan and Bryan Reichel. Also numerous cousins survive.\r\nPreceded in death by his parents Frank Nemanich, Sr. (1987) and Christine Nemanich (nee Vranicar) (1992) and his constant companion for over 35 years Mary Lou Kosniski (April 13, 2008).\r\nHeitz worked most of his life for Tezak Florist. He was also a driver and good friend of many Joliet Area Funeral Homes and Directors. Lifelong member and usher of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Member of the Young American Club and AFU Local #66. Graduate of Joliet Catholic High School class of 1946. Heitz was also a lifelong Chicago White Sox fan.