Colonel Joseph Philip Heine age 74 of Denver, NC died Monday September 16, 2024. Colonel Heine is survived by his wife Donna, daughters Katherine Rutherford and her husband Paul, Cynthia Rogers and her husband Jerren, grandsons Cole and Chase Rogers, granddaughters Kayley and Alyssa Rutherford, sister Susan Sheehan and her husband Darby, and sister Alicia Brescia. Joe was loved deeply by his wife, daughters and family.
Joe was born in Reading, PA, then moved to Florida where he spent most of his childhood. He graduated from Cardinal Newman High School and Marquette University. He joined the Marine Corps and received many awards, medals, and commendations over his 28 years of service. He received his Masters degree from Pepperdine University.
He worked hard and moved up to the rank of Colonel. He was stationed all over the world including Japan, Hawaii, Cuba, North Carolina, Ohio, Georgia and the HQ Marine Corps in DC. He loved the Marine Corps and did whatever he could to be honorable and faithful.
In lieu of flowers please make a donation in his name to the American Cancer Society.
Semper Fi
I am so sorry to hear of Joseph Heine’s passing. As a Cardinal Newman HS classmate, I always found Joe to be an all around good person. Always friendly, well mannered, and respectful of others. Joe and his family are in my thoughts and prayers. Semper Fi!
Gone way too soon Colonel Joe. May you rest in peace. Thank you for your 28 years of USMC service.
I remember his dad playing that snare drum during the football games. I’m sure the USMC was a good fit for him. Even now, I can’t imagine Joe growing old and passing away. Keep us in your prayers, Joe.