Billy (Bill) Heath passed away suddenly and unexpectedly Tuesday, May 26, 2026 while tending to yard work at home in Douglassville.
Biily was born August 17, 1966 in Reading, PA, he was the son of the late Harold G. and Marian C. Heath.
Bill graduated from Boyertown Area Senior High School in 1985 and also from Berks VoTech East for Electronics. He put that training to good use repairing things around the house and running electric lines. His life's work for the past 32 years was that of a metal finisher at Metal Finishing Systems in Exton, PA where he was in charge of the Finishing & Quality Control Department. He was a dependable hard worker who always delivered. He was very meticulous about his work and products did not ship out unless they were done correctly. His coworkers were lifelong friendships and were like family. Prior to this he worked in metal finishing at JadCo in Douglassville and Limerick.
Bill was a devoted son, brother, uncle & friend and will be lovingly remembered by his brother, Jim Heath (Sandy Peterman), niece Ralie (Kyle Slaymaker); nephew Jeremy (Heather), great-niece Ellie, his sister, Beth Ziegler (Steve); nephews, Aiden and Avery, and many friends and contacts that he shared life with.
He was a regular at Fisher's Corn Stand, Jake's and other Flea Markets. At these places, Bill had a gift for finding the perfect items for family members and friends that were always for "a really good deal". He was generous and thoughtful. Besides flea markets and finding deals, Bill had many interests throughout his life. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends watching movies, discussing history. He enjoyed fishing, music, cats, animals, and nature. He also enjoyed cooking and grilling, making old favorite recipes. Past vacations included Maine, New York State, attending the Carlisle Car Flea Market Event week, and a road trip touring the USA with the family when he was a boy.
There is none like Billy, a true friend with sharp wit and wisdom. Billy will be dearly missed: his mannerisms, personality, companionship, conversations, and his uniquely selfless presence in this world. Until we are all united again, we will remember his examples of kindness and be inspired to do likewise. It was a blessing to share life with him.
A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, June 12, 2026 at 11:00 AM at Temple United Methodist Church (1390 Unionville Road, North Coventry, Pottstown, PA 19465). Burial will follow at the church cemetery. A visitation will also be held Friday, June 12, 2026 from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at the church.
Because of Bill's Love of cats and animals, in lieu of flowers, we suggest a donation "In honor of Bill Heath" to one of the following:
Cat Angel Network (Local): https://catangel.org/ or Ark of Grace Ministries (National, please Designate Animal Sanctuary): https://arkofgrace.org/donate or Temple UMC, where his faith in Jesus began.