Muriel Luan Heideman
February 27, 2021
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Muriel Luan Heideman, 91, passed away February 27, 2021 at her home at The Lodge of Ashworth, West Des Moines, Iowa.
Muriel Luan Tucker Heideman was born November 10, 1929 in Medford, Wisconsin, the daughter of James Berlin and Edna Johanna (Arends) Tucker. She graduated from Hampton High School, with the class of 1946; she then attended and graduated from Iowa State Teacher’s College. She furthered her education and earned a BA degree in elementary education from Buena Vista College.
On June 7, 1949 Muriel was united in marriage to Vonne Heideman at the Church of Christ in Hampton, Iowa. Muriel and Vonne made their home on a farm north of Rockwell City near South Twin Lake from 1949 until 1992. Upon retirement, they moved to Des Moines where they built their new home. In 2011, they moved to The Lodge of Ashworth in West Des Moines.
Muriel was an elementary teacher for many years. She taught in Webster City, Rockwell City and Pomeroy, Iowa. She had a passion for teaching children, and also loved teaching piano. Muriel was active in the Rockwell City United Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday School, Bible School, was superintendent of Sunday School, and sang in the choir. In Rockwell City she was a member of Study Club, HOA and American Association of University Women. Currently she was a member of West Des Moines Christian Church. Muriel was a fifty year member and past president of PEO; a member of Chapter EG, Rockwell City, and presently, Chapter KO, Des Moines.
Muriel is survived by her husband, Vonne; children, Anne (Kim) Foster of Omaha, Nebraska, and Steven (Julie) Heideman of Des Moines; grandchildren, Amy Foster Wolfe of Round Rock, Texas, Brad (Carrie) Foster of Temecula, California, Melissa (David) Rigler of Waukee, Jonathan (Beth) Heideman of Chicago, and Megan (Harrison) Kruse of Des Moines; great-grandchildren, Derek and Evan Foster, and Lillian, Benjamin and Katherine Rigler; brother, James B. Tucker (Donna) of Fresno, California; sister, Barbara Clark (John) of Dallas, Texas; sister-in-law, Betty Heideman of Fort Dodge, and beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Bonnie Tucker Thomas; and brother-in-law, Dean Fitz Heideman.
A public viewing will be held Thursday, March 4, 2021 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines, Iowa. Family will not be present. A private service will be held on Friday, March 5 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be at Rosehill Cemetery in Rockwell City, Iowa.
Memorials may be directed to West Des Moines Christian Church, 4501 Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines, Iowa 50265. Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Lorie Gerdes
03/18/2021
Deepest sympathies to the Heideman Family. Muriel was my 3rd grade teacher as well as my sister and brother in the Pomeroy School in the 70's. I posted her obituary on my FB page and numerous former students commented on how much they enjoyed her. I hope if anyone is one FB they will look it up. My brother Jason Gerdes farms the Heideman ground by Twin Lakes. Again, my deepest sympathies.
Barbara Wall
03/11/2021
So sorry to hear of your family's loss. Muriel was always so warm and gracious to us when we made our yearly visit to our grandfather's farm as children. She seemed so happy about the move to Des Moines and the opportunities to socialize more. My parents, both gone now, appreciated Vonne & Muriel's stewardship and friendship very much. My condolences to all her family. RIP dear lady.
Steve Kuntz
03/05/2021
We wanted to express our condolences for the loss of Muriel. Mom and Dad always enjoyed visiting with her and miss seeing you at the grocery store. Muriel left this world a much better place. Our family has kind and sympathetic thoughts for you during this difficult time.
ValJean Thorsen(Benson)
03/05/2021
Muriel would have loved her funeral. Steve did a wonderful job of describing his mother, she was an amazing woman who touched so many lives. I am so proud to call her my cousin. Now she is at peace
Gods blessings
Ken and Lois Ahntholz
03/05/2021
All three of our children had the honor of having Muriel as their third-grade teacher in the 1970s in Pomeroy. She was what every child needed in a teacher, not only in the classroom, but as an effective influence in their lives. She was patient, kind and caring. She greeted the kids coming to class with a smile, a good word or a hug. She taught at a time when teachers were professionally dressed, setting an example for her students. She left a positive mark on all the children she taught through the years. We had no idea she taught music lessons through the years. She would have been a wonderful piano teacher for our children also. During the time we lived and worked in Pomeroy, Ken was honored to officiate at Grandma Tucker's funeral. Thank you, Steve, for what you shared of your legacy. The inspirational music added to the tribute to her life. Our lives were richer because Muriel was a small part of them. Our sympathy to the family. May she rest in peace.
Lynn and Nancy Heideman
03/05/2021
Vonne and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Aunt Muriel was such a warm, positive and supportive person. She will truly be missed by all.
Garry and Cindy Heideman
03/05/2021
Muriel was always one of my favorite people, and very lady like. I remember my piano lessons with her fondly, its always sad to lose a loved one. One of our favorite scriptures is found in Revelation 21:3,4 where it tells us God promises to do away with death as well as tears, mourning and sorrow. You have our deepest sympathy and love. We really enjoyed Stevens relating some highlights of her life during the service.
Jane Harding
03/05/2021
I have so many fun and meaningful memories of Muriel, Vonne and the Heideman family. Muriel was so gracious, kind and warm to all. Steve captured so much of her essence and joyfulness in the five pillars of her legacy. She made us all better and more loving people just by being herself.
Andrea (Nelson) Kuhn
03/05/2021
My sympathy in the loss of your mother. 73 RCHS
Rick and Rose Breuss
03/04/2021
How sorry we are to hear of the passing of your mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Muriel. Know that you are in our thoughts, prayers and mostly our hearts. Take good care. Gods blessing and our love.
Linda Kay Groenendyk
03/03/2021
Vonne, I want you to know how much we loved Muriel. She was such a beautiful and loving person. I will be praying for you and send my love.💜
Linda Kay Groenendyk
03/03/2021
Muriel will always have a special place in my heart.
She was a wonderful friend to our whole family.
She was a beautiful human being and very loving. Blessings to Steve, Anne and family.
Sending my heartfelt sympathy and love. 💚
Laura Frawley
03/03/2021
I have wonderful memories of my Aunt Muriel. She was the definition of class and what it means to be a strong woman. My condolences to Ann and Steve and families as well as Muriels siblings, Jimmy and Barb.
Nancy Overturf McDade
03/03/2021
Aunt Muriel was classy and spunky, at the same time. She was such fun to be around (she always laughed at my jokes, and never forgot them--what a nice quality). So many happy memories of time with her.
Jennifer Voorhees
03/03/2021
Dear Anne & Family -
Sending you a BIG Virtual HUG along with heartfelt thoughts & prayers to you & your family.
Looking forward to the viewing the live stream service on Friday!