Melinda "Mindy" L. Heckman, 54 of Columbia, PA drifted away from many loved ones way too soon on Friday, May 15, 2009. She is survived by her husband Bruce A. Heckman and they celebrated eight years together.

Mindy was born in Washington D.C. on December 27, 1954 to Margaret (Nickle) King and the late John Edwin King.

She was employed as a social worker by the State of Pennsylvania Welfare Department for the past seven years.

Mindy enjoyed quilting, flea market shopping, traveling, whale watching, and helping others.

Surviving in addition to her husband are two daughters and three sons, Amy Bialek of Airville, PA, Kelley Verrier of Lancaster, Brad Heckman of Lancaster, Jeremy Heckman of Lancaster, and Shaun Heckman of Lancaster, a sister Barbara Snyder of Virginia, a brother John King Jr. of Laurel, MD and many loving nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Arrangements made by Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home, Millersville, PA 717-872-5041. To send the family online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralhome.com