Heather Dedic Funk, beloved mother, wife, friend, and colleague passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026 after a courageous 3-year battle with colon cancer.

Heather faced every challenge with grace and determination. Through chemo, surgeries, and several clinical trials, she never gave up. Her strength carried her family through the hardest days.

Heather was the type of person who always showed up for others without hesitation. She was a proud Mother to Layla and Abbey, and a loyal and supportive wife to Steve. She was an amazing friend and always made time for those she loved.

Heather started her career with Dunlee right out of college and was quite proud of her long-standing connection to the Dunlee team and its products. She transferred to AllParts Medical when AllParts took over the Dunlee product line, and later “came home” to Chronos Imaging when Chronos bought the Dunlee factory. She was a beloved colleague and many of her strongest friendships were with people she met through her work.

Heather will be remembered as a dedicated mother, wife and friend. She loved tie dye, good beer, the great outdoors, spending time with her family and friends, and just living life as fully as possible.

In the wake of Heather’s loss, her friends wanted to establish a GoFundMe for the benefit of her daughters Layla and Abbey, to help with education and other expenses.

The family will hold a Celebration of Life on July 25, 2026 at the Legion Hall in White House, Tennessee from 12pm-4pm. This will be a casual event to share good memories of our time together with Heather.

The family suggests donations to this fund for Layla and Abbey in lieu of flowers. Please keep Heather’s family in your prayers.

If you’re able to give, every contribution (large or small) is appreciated as the girls continue their education and whatever comes next.

Thank you for your generosity during this difficult time.

— On behalf of Heather’s daughters, Layla and Abbey, and her husband, Steve