Heffernan Mark

Mark Heffernan, age 48, of Athens, passed away on Sunday, February 19, 2012 at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield.

He is survived by his wife, Jill; children, Brian Heffernan, Caitlin Morla of Beverly, Massachusetts, and Sam Heffernan of Athens, Illinois; parents, Terry and Fran Heffernan of Oldsmar, Florida; brother, Eric Heffernan of Springfield, Illinois; sister, Kristen (Mike) Broadhead of Palm Harbor, Florida; three nephews and two nieces.

Mark was born on October 21, 1963 in Champaign, Illinois, the son of Terry and Fran Heffernan. He was the oldest of their three children.

Mark and Jill were married in Paris, Illinois on September 3, 1994. On that day a new family was established. Brian and Caiti were there from the beginning and Sam was the blessing that God sent to them to complete their family. Forgiveness and love of family will sustain Mark’s loved ones during this devastating time.

Visitation will be held at Mott & Henning Funeral Home in Athens, where friends may call from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Friday, February 24, 2012. Pastor Greg Busboom will be leading the private funeral services at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 25, 2012 at the funeral home.