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Regular Session, 2012
SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 105
BY SENATOR ALARIO
CONDOLENCES. Expresses condolences upon the death of Barbara "Bobbie" Heitmeier.
A RESOLUTION1
To express the sincere condolences of the Senate of the Legislature of Louisiana upon the2
death of Barbara May "Bobbie" Heitmeier, and to celebrate a life well lived in3
service to her family, to her God, and to her community.4
WHEREAS, it is with great sorrow that the Senate of the Legislature of Louisiana5
has learned of the passing of Bobbie Heitmeier on May 4, 2012, at the age of eighty-six; and6
WHEREAS, she was born Barbara May Cargol on March 21, 1926, to parents,7
Francis and Florence B. Cargol; and8
WHEREAS, she was a gentlewoman of abundant social grace and effervescence; she9
was the beloved wife of the late Dewey J. Heitmeier, during their union of almost sixty10
years; and11
WHEREAS, together "Ms. Bobbie" and "Mr. Dewey" were quite the happy duo, the12
couple were fixtures in and around Algiers, Louisiana, and rarely seen apart; their home was13
always bustling with activity where Bobbie welcomed friends and family; and14
WHEREAS, their lives together were focused on the rearing of three very successful15
sons, Francis, Robert, and David; she gave them fortitude and wings; and16
WHEREAS, Bobbie Heitmeier was employed for many years by the Second City17
Court of Orleans Parish Civil District Court, until her retirement; and18 SR NO. 105
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WHEREAS, Bobbie Heitmeier was a cherished and devoted mother, grandmother,1
and great-grandmother, whose love of family was of the utmost importance in her life; and2
WHEREAS, she is survived by her children, Francis and his wife, Rai Lynn, Robert3
"Bobby"and his wife, Patricia, David and his wife, Cathy, and grandchildren Cory, Cody,4
Blake, Leah, Kurt, Meghan, and Ross Heitmeier and one great-grandchild, Nolan Heitmeier;5
and6
WHEREAS, Bobbie Heitmeier worked tirelessly for the benefit of others, and7
devoted her life of unselfish service to God as a true steward of her faith as a member of the8
Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church; and9
WHEREAS, upon her death, the Algiers community lost a most unique individual,10
who has imparted an indelible mark upon the lives of all those who knew her and who11
benefited from her love and generosity of spirit; and12
WHEREAS, although Bobbie Heitmeier has been taken from our midst, she will be13
remembered for her friendly demeanor, her compassion for others, her smile, her kindness,14
and her steadfast devotion to her loved ones.15
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Senate of the Legislature of Louisiana16
does hereby express heartfelt condolences upon the death of Barbara May "Bobbie"17
Heitmeier, beloved wife and mother, and does hereby commemorate a life well spent in18
benevolent service to others.19
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Senate of the Legislature of Louisiana does20
hereby pay tribute to the remarkable legacy that shall live on in the hearts of those she21
touched with her grace.22
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be transmitted to the23
sons of Mrs. Bobbie Heitmeier, Senator David Heitmeier, former Senator Francis Heitmeier,24
and Captain Robert Heitmeier.25 SR NO. 105
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The original instrument and the following digest, which constitutes no part
of the legislative instrument, were prepared by Susan P. Montague.
DIGEST
Alario SR No.
Expresses condolences upon the death of Barbara May "Bobbie" Heitmeier.