Jennifer "Jenni" Louise (Smith) Heimburger

Jennifer “Jenni” Louise Smith Heimburger, 71, of Boone, passed away peacefully on
Friday, May 9, 2025, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.
Born on December 31, 1953, in Akron, OH, Jenni was the daughter of the late Charles
Edward and Florence Cross Smith. She worked for the Cuyahoga Police Department,
where she met her beloved husband, James “Jim” Edward Heimburger. Together, they
spent forty wonderful years creating cherished memories, including countless
motorcycle adventures.
After leaving law enforcement, Jenni embarked on a rewarding career, serving the
community for 28 years at Lowes Foods. Her kindness, warmth, and friendly smile
touched everyone she encountered.
Jenni was passionate about nature, especially caring for her plants and birdwatching.
She held a deep affection for animals, reflected in her ongoing support for animal
welfare. Above all else, Jenni treasured spending time with her grandchildren and great-
grandchildren, who brought immense joy to her life.
In addition to her parents, Jenni was preceded in death by her husband, Jim
Heimburger. She leaves behind to cherish her memory her loving daughters, Kimberly
“Kim” Brown (Mike) and Cathryn “Cat” Franks; stepson Eric Heimburger (Kathy); brother
Jerry Smith (Beverly); grandchildren Angela Franks (partner Aaron) and Michael
Osborne (Kristin); step-grandchildren Joseph “Joey” Heimburger (Elisa) and Matthew
“Matt” Heimburger; great-grandchildren Kyzen, Briar, and Aubrey; nephew Jason Smith;
and sister-in-law Sharon “Shari” Dominguez (Luis).
A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 3:00PM in Perkinsville
Baptist Church,  274 Jefferson Rd, Boone, NC 28607. A private celebration of life will be
held by the family at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Watauga Humane
Society via their website at www.wataugahumane.org.
Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek, 3315 Silas Creek Parkway, Winston-Salem, NC 27103, is
assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be shared
at www.hayworth-miller.com.

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