Marsha Heater, 79, St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, December 29, 2025.
She was born October 8, 1946 in St. Joseph to Harold and Anna (Smith) Carver. Marsha grew up in St. Joseph and graduated from Bishop LeBlond High School in 1964. She then earned an Associate’s Degree from Platt-Gard Business College.
On October 8, 1966, Marsha married Michael Steven Heater. He survives of the home.
Marsha was an auditor for the State of Missouri for 20-plus years.
Faith was a large part of Marsha’s life. She was an active member of both St. Patrick and St. James Catholic Churches and also volunteered at the churches as well as the local food kitchen.
Marsha enjoyed sports throughout her life. She loved to bowl, play softball, and volleyball, then coached her children’s and grandchildren’s basketball teams.
She was an avid reader, liked British TV shows, and sci-fi shows and movies.
Most of all, Marsha was the most loving and accepting person you’d ever meet. Her children’s and grandchildren’s friends were welcomed into her house as family. She was a wonderful cook and baker who loved to feed everyone, with her Christmas candy being a family favorite.
Marsha leaves her family a legacy of love and acceptance, and memories they will cherish forever.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Kenneth Carver; nephew, Kurt Carver; and her best friend, Marcia Rostock.
Survivors include her husband of 59 years, Steve; three daughters, Meredith Heater, Minda Heater, and Morgan Heater (Robel Demssie); grandchildren, Devon Smith (Kylie), Mackenzie Heater, Hendrix Demssie, and Zahara Demssie; great-grandchildren, Vivionne, Delilah, and Jenson; other extended family and friends.
Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Saturday, January 3, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service. The family suggests memorial contributions to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the Wounded Warrior Project.
