Obituary of Rusty Heckle
Thomas Russell “Rusty” Heckle, 64, husband of Cathy Byrd Heckle, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 31, 2021 at Lexington Medical Center.
Born on October 17, 1956 to the late Julius and Daisy Williams Heckle in Sumter, SC, Rusty was baptized at Alice Drive Baptist Church in February, 1969 and continued to rely on the Lord throughout his life. He was a member of the Lexington Wesleyan Church.
Rusty loved music, travel, Gamecock Football, boats and being on the water, anything with 2 or 4 wheels and a motor, but especially spending time with friends and family. His love for cars eventually led him to a successful career helping people with their automotive needs where he excelled at diagnosing mechanical problems.
He is survived by his wife, Cathy of Sumter; Brother, Julius (Margaret) of Leesville; Sister-in-law, Linda of West Columbia and many nephews and nieces that will greatly miss his sweet spirit and kind heart.
Rusty was preceded in death by his father and mother; two brothers, William “Bill” and Donald; and his nephew Tripp.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:30 PM, Friday, March 5, 2021 at the Mausoleum Chapel of Woodridge Memorial Park, 138 Corley Mill Road, Lexington, SC 29072.
In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions, in Rusty’s honor, to Lexington Medical Center, Attn: Foundation Office, 2720 Sunset Boulevard,
West Columbia, SC 29169
Just Beyond the Moon
Tex Ritter
I'll walk just beyond the moon then I'll stop and wait for you
My mother and my father were in love for 50 years
So when dad died, we wondered why my mother shed no tears
We asked her once about it, but she wouldn't tell us why
Instead, she'd walk outside each night and smile up at the sky
Then just before she left us she called us to her side
She told us what my father said to her just before he died
I remember when you said you'd never leave me
Through these golden years I've kept the same vow too
But now that I am going please don't leave me
I'll walk just beyond the moon then I'll stop and wait for you
You can look up every night and you'll see me light the light
Where I'll watch for you to join me someday soon
We'll go lookin' through the stars for the heaven that is ours
And I know we'll find it soon somewhere just beyond the moon
I'll walk just beyond the moon then I'll stop and wait for you
I'll just sit there by a star and I'll watch you from afar
'Til I see you walking toward me someday soon
Then together hand in hand we'll find our promised land
And we'll settle down forever darlin' just beyond the moon
I'll walk just beyond the moon then I'll stop and wait for you.
Look for me in Rainbows
Time for me to go now, I won't say goodbye; Look for me in rainbows, way up in the sky. In the morning sunrise when all the world is new, Just look for me and love me, as you know I loved you.
Time for me to leave you, I won't say goodbye; Look for me in rainbows, high up in the sky. In the evening sunset, when all the world is through, Just look for me and love me, and I'll be close to you.
It won't be forever, the day will come and then My loving arms will hold you, when we meet again.
Time for us to part now, we won't say goodbye; Look for me in rainbows, shining in the sky. Every waking moment, and all your whole life through Just look for me and love me, as you know I loved you.
Just wish me to be near you, And I'll be there with you.
Vicki Brown
You'll Be in My Heart
Phil Collins
Come stop your crying
It will be alright
Just take my hand
Hold it tight
I will protect you
From all around you
I will be here
Don't you cry
For one so small
You seem so strong
My arms will hold you
Keep you safe and warm
This bond between us
Can't be broken
I will be here
Don't you cry
'Cause you'll be in my heart
Yes, you'll be in my heart
From this day on
Now and forever more
You'll be in my heart
No matter what they say
You'll be here in my heart
Always
Always
