I am just finding out about the death of Dr. Heath. I am very sad that he is no longer with us, but I know God is saying, "Well done thy good and faithful servant." Dr. Heath is the reason that I graduated from United Theological Seminary. I did not want to do a doctoral degree program, but Dr. Heath said, "Young man ( in his soft, yet serious voice) you need to do this." Going to U.T.S. was one of the most enlightening events that I had in Ohio, and it is all because of this man insisting that I go to seminary. He even served on my dissertation committee. He was with me through the whole process. I am praying for Sister Mildred and the entire family.
It was with deep sadness that i learned of the passing of Rev. Dr. Frederick Heath. Dr. Heath with his wise patient counsel was instrumental in my spiritual journey as I met him at a key turning point in my life. He continued to be a mentor and unfailing source of encouragement through the years. His vision for a passionate, spirit filled church committed to mission and ministry to the most underserved and least powerful in our communities inspired me and many others. His wonderful wife Mildred, quite the spiritual warrior herself, and his family will remain in my prayers as they mourn his loss. However, we know and celebrate the fact that his legacy lives on through the many lives he helped and the numerous good works he began. Joy comes in the morning.
Grace and Peace,
Richard Walker, III
The Reverend Dr. Frederick Heath became my Conference Superintendent the same year I retired, 1988, and it was that same year that Dr.Heath encouraged me become the interim Pastor of Faith United Methodist Church in Gibsonburg, .Ohio . Dr. Heath's continued friendship and wise counsel encouraged me to continue doing ministry as an.
associate pastor and interim pastor from age 63 until my last position as interim Pastor at age 90. It was a real joy to do all of these positions which were all United Methodist with the exception of two which were Presbyterian.. Anyhow I have always sensed the prayers and support of Dr. Heath who started me in this direction.
I also remember the good leadership of Mildred Oglesby in our Toledo District and I recall how happy I was when I learned that Mildred and Dr. Heath decided to share their lives together. Now I continue to remember Mrs..Heath in my prayers and will always be grateful for the ways in which both Dr.and Mrs.Heath have blessed me and my late wife, Doris, with many happy memories of your influence, THANK YOU!
With Love, Pastor Myron M. Kottke
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Mildred, I only knew knew Dr. Heath through you. Those blessed years of association you and I shared in NW Ohio convinced me, with experience of you, your beloved husband was a treasure. My condolences, and a promise of prayer on your behalf in this season.
I send my prayers to all the family, God bless you! The Trotter family
Rev.David J. & Karen W. Brentley
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Rev. Heath, you have always been one of only a very select few true friends to. I have & always will
cherish our life together.
God bless the family & friends.
Curtis Martin
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Thank you for sharing your Amazing Father with me!
Rev. Dr. Fred Heath, A.K.A "Servant Heath", A man of excellence. He was smart, loving, kind, witty and so very giving of himself (time, money & talents). He never complained. He was a Great Friend to me. He was wise and I learned so much from him over the years. My only regret is that I didn't meet him sooner to experience more of his Greatness! My Great Friend, I truly miss you already. Well Done Servant, Take your Rest!
The family were in a conversation today and we agreed that our father was everything to us; our patriarch, spiritual advisor and life coach. We already miss him. Beverly
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To Mildred and the family,
I fondly recall working with Fred in Madisonville and as we worked on the Methodist Heritage Campaign that drew 5000 to Riverfront Arena on a Palm Sunday. I was honored to aid in conferring his Doctorate. We worked to establish the Madisonville Educational (then Emergency) Center. We oversaw Madison Villa among other projects. He was a friend and fellow worker in the vineyard. He will be missed. Rev. Dr. R. Gwinn Lacy
Mildred and family,
I first got to know Fred through a prayer he gave at a meeting we attended together. It was sincere and full of God’ Spirit. He then became my superintendent on the Toledo District and appointed me to my last Church. It was there that I got to know Mildred and was very happy when they joined together. Please accept my sympathy and prayers for each day ahead.
Sincerely,
Gary Boucher
I always considered Fred to be a wise, gentle and generous colleague. His encouragement as I entered ministry was a blessed gift. My condolences to his family. Much love to Mildred in her loss.
Rev. Vernagaye Sullivan
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On behalf of Church of the Messiah I extend our condolences.
Leslie and I were deeply saddened to hear that Fred passed. Our prayers are with Mildred and family during this time. May God's love , comfort and peace be with you. Vance Summers
Fred was indeed a leader and a servant of the West Ohio Annual Conference. We give thanks for the love of Jesus Christ that he lived in our midst. My sympathy and prayers are with Mildred and all of Fred's family.
Mildred and family,
Please accept my deepest condolences. My heart goes out to you and the family. Know that you are in my prayers. Wishing you peace and the presence of the Lord during this difficult time.
God's abiding love,
-Rev. Dr. Karen Crawford,
Sr. Pastor, First UMC, Mt. Sterling, OH
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Dear Mildred,
Know that we are lifting you up in prayer as you mourn the loss of Fred. He was a dear man and I will always remember his service as my District Superintendent in the Toledo District. The United Methodist Church will miss his servants heart.
Jerry Wiles
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My sincere sympathy to Mildred and the family. May God continue to comfort and sustain you all. May he Rest In Peace. Gustavus Christo-Baker
I was saddened to hear that Fred had passed. He was a. Warrior of God who gave himself ss a witness. I have many fond memories of us working together to make tbe conference more accepting of us.
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.