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Lawrence Heck

January 17, 1928 — April 20, 2009

Born in Indianapolis, IN on January 17, 1928 Departed on April 20, 2009 and resided in Gallatin, TN

Lawrence R. "Pete" Heck, age 81 of Gallatin, formerly of Indianapolis, IN, passed away April 18, 2009. Mr. Heck served in the U.S. Army as a paratrooper during World War II. A devoted husband, father and family man, he co-founded Heck Brothers Concrete and later started his own company, Pete Heck Concrete in Indianapolis, IN, which he operated for many years. He was a passionate follower and supporter of the thoroughbred industry and he raised several thoroughbred horses as well. He also held a brown belt in judo. Mr. Heck is survived by his son, Rocky Heck; his daughter, Susie Karns; his brothers, Jack, Dean and Pat Heck; his sister, Lillian Kenairm; his granddaughters, Jessica Temple and Jennifer Thompson; his grandson, Michael Odum; and his great grandson, Langton Temple. A private memorial service will be held in Indianapolis, IN. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Nashville Rescue Mission at 615 255-2475; the Make-a-Wish Foundation at www.wish.org; or the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation at www.trfinc.org/Make-a-Gift-c9.html

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