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John Heuton Obituary

John Thomas Heuton CHARLESTON - John Thomas Heuton died unexpectedly in Charleston, SC on Monday September 18, 2017 at the age of 71. He was preceded in death by his brother Michael Robert Heuton who died January 1, 2017. John Heuton was born in Iowa on December 30, 1945 to Robert and Margaret Heuton. He graduated from Parkview High School in Springfield, MO. He is a military veteran having served in Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War. He spent his life in the wine business importing and selling domestic and foreign wines. His passion for the subject was known to all of his friends and family. He is survived by his brother's wife Judy Heuton of Grand Junction, CO, as well as three nephews; Paul Heuton of Montevallo, AL; John Heuton of Broomfield, CO; and Mark Heuton of Mount Vernon, Iowa as well as a niece; Anne Eiden of Denver, CO. A service will be held in Carrol, Iowa at a future date when he and his brother will be interred. All are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you make a contribution to your local humane society or other charity in John's name. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Oct. 4 to Oct. 5, 2017.

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Mona and Walt Egger

January 9, 2018

John was a very nice person and a good friend to us. We are so sorry to hear of his sudden passing. He will be missed by his many friends.

Elaena Whitman

January 9, 2018

So sad to hear of his passing. He was a sweet friend to me and my family for many years. He will be missed.

Robert Robertson

October 26, 2017

I served with John in the Air Force, we have been friends for over 50 years. We have been trying to get together all year. I will miss him dearly. If any family member has specifics I would like to know.

Dan Thompson

October 11, 2017

John was a fine man and very dedicated to his craft - bringing fine wines to the marketplace for consumers to find in restaurants and retail. He will truly be missed.

Bruno Rosin

October 8, 2017

I was so sad to hear of John's passing. Having known him for almost 20 years, John was a quiet and kind person who gave so much. He was a great friend to me and my family; he will be greatly missed and never forgotten.

Frank Pezzolla

October 8, 2017

John, my dear friend for almost 20 years. I am saddened at our loss for those of us who knew John & were touched by his kind, gentle manner & generous heart. It was all too soon, but the memories are not forgotten.

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