John W. Heffner, 92, died Dec. 22, 2012, at VNA Hospice House, Vero Beach.
He was born n Coopersburg, Pa., and lived in Vero Beach since 1981, coming from Santa Rosa, Calif.
Before retirement, he was a pilot for United Airlines for more than 20 years.
He was a veteran of World War II, serving with the Army as a glider pilot.
Survivors include his son, John W. Heffner Jr. of Rock Hall, Md.; daughter, Julie Love of Vero Beach; and two grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 36 years, Wanda Heffner.
A graveside service will be at 1 p.m. Jan. 5 at Crestlawn Cemetery, Vero Beach, with military honors provided by the Army.
Arrangements are by Cox Gifford Seawinds Funeral Home & Crematory.
A guestbook is available at www.seawindsfh.com.
