LODI-Amelia A. Heider, Age 19 of Lodi was called home to be with her Lord on Thursday, December 14, 2023.

She was born April 7, 2004, to Daniel and Maureen (Miller) Heider of Lodi, WI. Although seemingly called home at a young age, she lived life to the fullest, never knowing how to say no and always putting others first. Early years were filled with summer camp and 4-H projects with the Lodi Fair always holding a special place in Amelia’s heart. In High School, she loved civic minded clubs, Soccer, performing in Forensics, being yearbook editor and anything that had to do with music as she loved to sing and play multiple instruments. She was an avid cross-country skier who raced through-out her middle and H.S. years. Camping and outdoor activities with her family were especially important to her with yearly canoe trips to Boundary Waters being a highlight every summer. Her love of animals led her to work at Lodi Veterinary Care in boarding where she made many furry friends.

Amelia graduated from Lodi H.S. in 2022 and was planning on attending UW Eau Claire and continuing her passion for the environment. That plan was delayed after being diagnosed with AML (Acute Myeloid Leukemia) a few months prior to H.S. graduation. She battled this disease with strength and courage both at American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison, WI and M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX. Amelia was determined to not let cancer prevent her dream of attending college, ultimately taking online classes through UW Eau Claire from her hospital room. The family thanks many individuals at both locations for the incredible care she received and hopes that her participation in clinical trials will help to provide a cure for future AML patients. The family also thanks her many close friends whose support lifted Amelia’s spirits throughout this difficult journey.

She will remain in the hearts of her parents, Daniel and Maureen Heider and sister Hannah Heider of Lodi. She is survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, December 28, 2023, at 5:00 pm at ZION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, W6906 County Rd. K, Arlington, WI 53911. Visitation will be from 1:00 pm until the time of the service.

The family asks that you consider donating blood or platelets to help other cancer patients. Memorials will be placed in a scholarship fund honoring Amelia so that others can complete her dream of college.

More information may be viewed, and online condolences made at www.gundersonfh.com

Gunderson Lodi

Funeral & Cremation Care

157 S. Main St.

(608) 592-3201

Amelia Ann Heider

April 07, 2004 - December 14, 2023

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