John Thomas Heinlein

John Thomas “Tom” Heinlein, age 84 of Fairview, passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at UPMC Hamot.

He was born in Erie on April 1, 1942, a son of the late Tighe and Margaret Weis Heinlein.

Tom attended McDowell High School and worked for Copes Vulcan from where he retired. He was a member of First Alliance Church. He enjoyed horseback riding, particularly his horse Rosey of many years, volunteered with TREC/Hope on Horse Back for many years and was an excellent handyman, always willing to help anyone. He was a wonderful family man, neighbor, and friend.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Larry, one year ago this week.

Tom is survived by his wife Nancy Heinlein, whom they just celebrated their 47th anniversary; his daughter, Kendra Fitzgerald; granddaughters, Amber Lynn; great grandchildren, Alexia and Mersadies Fitzgerald; great great grandson, Kamari Fitzgerald; brother, Robert (Sandra) Heinlein; three sisters-in-law, Patricia Heinlein, Latrelle (John) Kozik and Cheryl Wade; and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews.

Friends may call at Burton Quinn Scott Cremation & Funeral Services Inc. West Ridge, 3801 W. 26th St. on Wednesday November 18, 2026, from 11:00am until the time of service at 1:00pm with Rev. Scott Shuffield. Burial in Trinity Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Hope on Horse Back, 10370 Barton Road, Waterford, PA 16441.

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