Jan Leon Heisey

Jan Leon Heisey, 75, of Taylorsville, Mississippi, entered into the presence of Jesus on May 27, 2026. Jan was born on January 13, 1951. He lived a life marked by creativity, hard work, generosity, and deep love for his family and his Lord. He was preceded in death by his wife, Freda Heisey; his son-in-law, Ben Beachler; his parents, William and Alice Heisey; and his sister-in-law, Joyce Heisey. He is survived by his wife, Mary Ellen Heisey, and children Stephanie (Brian) Wagler, Jennifer (Gary) Cassel, Michael (Melissa) Heisey, Melissa (Lyndon) Bechtel, and Matthew (Deanna) Heisey. He is also survived by his siblings: Larry Heisey, Duane (Dixie) Heisey, Dale (Connie) Heisey, Paul (Dianne) Heisey, Karen (Stephen) Blocher, and Steve (Renee) Heisey. Jan was a beloved grandfather to 13 grandchildren and great-grandfather to six great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews, and a host of extended family and friends. From an early age, Jan developed a love for drawing and art. While still in high school, he painted his first sign, beginning what would become a lifelong passion and career in sign-making. After working in several trades during his younger years, he eventually found his calling in the sign industry. He worked in Pennsylvania for his mentor, Lester Miller, hand-painting signs before later purchasing the business, Miller Signs, which he operated for several years. In 1988, Jan moved his family to Mississippi. After several years of working in the sign industry as an employee, he began painting signs in his garage. That humble beginning grew into Jan Sign Company, which became both his pride and joy. Jan faithfully served his customers through the business for 29 years until selling the company to his son Matt, and, as he liked to say, “semi-retiring.” Even in retirement, Jan stayed active. He enjoyed helping with the business, spending time in his woodworking shop, visiting family, and blessing others through the things he created. He especially loved making small wooden toys, and loved to gift friends and family with them. Jan had a deep appreciation for beauty, art, and design throughout his life. He dearly loved his family and especially enjoyed sharing his model train set with his grandchildren, faithfully running the trains whenever they came to visit. Most importantly, Jan loved his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He was a faithful member of Maranatha Mennonite Church in Taylorsville, Mississippi, where he served as a minister for many years until retiring from the ministry in 2024. Jan will be deeply missed by all who knew him, especially by his family, who rejoice in the hope of seeing him again. Visitation will be held at Taylorsville First Baptist Church on Sunday, May 31, 2026, from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. A funeral service will be held at the same location on June 1, 2026, at 10 a.m. Jan will be laid to rest at Fellowship Cemetery in Taylorsville, Mississippi. Memory Chapel of Laurel, MS is in charge of the arrangements. To view or sign the online guest book, visit www.memorychapellaurel.com.

Jan Leon Heisey

January 13, 1951 - May 27, 2026