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HEITZMAN, Harriet
HEITZMAN, Harriet. (Aug. 10, 1924--Dubuque, IA, July 13, 2022). Harriet graduated from Iowa State University in 1945 with a degree in Early Child Development. That same afternoon, she married Wesley W. Heitzman. They were married just short of 70 years. Harriet taught kindergarten in Moline after being first married. She started Cable Car Travel agency in Dubuque and ran it for many years. (1) On January 19, 1996, Harriet was honored by the DUBUQUE COUNTY FINE ARTS SOCIETY with its Elisha Darlin Arts Award for her outstanding contributions to the cultural life of Dubuque. (2)
At the time of the presentation, Harriet had been a board member of Dubuque Arts Council Artists in Residence (DACAR) for twelve years and was active in fund raising, hospitality, and programming. She served as chair of the program committee of (DACAR) from 1990 to 1994. As the chair, she attended concerts to audition and book new talent, negotiated contracts and arranged receptions. From 1994 to 1995, she was president-elect and in 1995 became president of the of DACAR. (3)
In 2017 Harriet proved her fundraising capabilities for the DUBUQUE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA. From February 1 to April 24, five local celebrities raised money on behalf of the DSO. Heitzman raised the most funds and, as a result, won the 2017 Pursuit of the Podium honor and replaced Maestro Intriligator to conduct one selection at the free Summer Melodies concert held at the DUBUQUE ARBORETUM AND BOTANICAL GARDENS at 6:30 pm, on June 25, 2017. (4)
Harriet was an ardent supporter of many community organizations and loved serving people. Harriet had a passion for social justice and was a champion for under-served individuals. She was a pillar of many organizations. She served on and was President of Dubuque County Social Services, HILLCREST FAMILY SERVICES, the DUBUQUE ARTS COUNCIL, and was an Elder and longtime member of WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. (5)
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Source:
1. Obituary, Dubuque Today, Online
2. Julien's Journal, January 1996, p. 15.
3. Ibid.
4. Julien's Journal, May 27, 2017, Online: Juliensjournal.com/2017/05/27/pursuit-of-the-podium-candidates-raise-over-26000/\
5. Obituary