12 FEBRUARY 2022 WorldWide Drilling Resource® In Memoriam Winston L. Heisey (1941~2021) The WWDR Team was saddened to learn of the December 18, 2021, passing of Winston L. Heisey, owner and founder of Heisey Machine Company of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. He was born in Lebanon, on February 21, 1941, to the late John A. and Bertha A. (Young) Heisey. He was a proud 1959 Cornwall High School graduate. The designer of the original Heisey floatation sub, Winston’s dedication to the company lasted over 40 years. He was a longtime exhibitor at the South Atlantic JUBILEE, Virginia Water Well Association, and New England Water Well Association (NEWWA) trade events. As a member of Annville Church of the Brethren, he was a deacon and sang in the choir. He also sang in different men’s choirs and quartets. He volunteered with disaster work camps, travelling to several states after emergencies. He was also a member of the former A-C Jaycees and volunteered with Brethren Volunteer Services. During their 58 years of marriage, Winston and his wife Elsie travelled to every state in the United States at least once. He enjoyed going to his cabin; eating ice cream and scrapple; watching Western movies; and his collection of over 50 history books, especially those on the Civil War. For 40 years, he enjoyed playing cards with dear friends. His greatest love was spending his life with Elsie and his beloved family. Winston is survived by Elsie; his children Jeffrey (Pamela) and Debra (Jeffrey); four grandchildren; and his siblings Jean, David, Kathleen, Robert, Andrew, and Russell. He was preceded in death by his siblings John and Peter. Remembering all the years we eagerly approached Winston at his booth - why? Because he always had that welcoming smile - a look of “I’m so glad to see you”. He was an inventor before his time and shall be deeply missed. His legacy will continue with the growth of his company, and his contributions to the entire drilling community will be remembered. Lest we forget . . . WWDR photo of Winston & Elsie at the NEWWA 2015 event.
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