Magdalene Heiman

Magdalene Elizabeth Heiman

Magdalene Elizabeth Heiman, 72, passed away on January 28, 2026 at The Woods on French Creek in Avon, OH.

Born on June 5, 1953, in Elyria, Ohio, to Joseph John and RoseMary (nee Baracskai) Hornyak Magdalene was a beacon of strength, resilience, and grace. Her spirit was infectious, touching the lives of many and creating a ripple of positive energy wherever she went. She graduated from Elyria High School Class of 1971.

Maggie was a proud employee of the Postal Service in Elyria for over 35 years. She served as a Clerk, a role she held dear to her heart. Her understanding ways and her infectious smile, brought comfort and joy not only to her customers, but her many coworkers as well. She was a devoted member of St. Agnes Catholic Church in Elyria and at St. Vincent de Paul Church where she assisted with Cursillo, her faith being an integral part of her life. She volunteered at St. Agnes and enjoyed helping her sister Rosalie with donut Sunday at St. Vincent de Paul. She was an avid Browns fan, enjoyed all types of music especially David Phelps, going to music concerts, and on casino bus trips.

She is preceded in death by her beloved parents, Joseph and RoseMary Hornyak; and brother in law, David Costilow.

Surviving family include her son, Joshua (Bethanie Taylor) Heiman of Cincinnati, OH; grandson, Nikolai Heiman of Cincinnati; sister, Rosalie Costilow and Marie Horn of Lorain, brothers, Joseph Hornyak of Avon, and David Hornyak of Elyria; and several loving nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 611 Lake Ave, Elyria, OH 44035 on Thursday, February 5, 2026 from 10:00 AM until the time of The Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM, Fr. Charles Diedrick, Pastor officiating. A private burial will be held at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Elyria at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Maggie's loving memory to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent using www.rsgfuneralhome.com.