Les Heath, 70, of Amherst passed away unexpectedly Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018. Les was born November 22, 1947 to the late Weymouth (Bud) and Joy Heath of Amherst. He leaves his wife Beth (Fox) of 31 years, son Les Jr., and siblings Richard Heath of Amherst, John Heath of Shutesbury, and Donna Heath Smith of Southwick. He also leaves 3 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Les was predeceased by his sister Carol Heath O’Brien.

Les attended Amherst schools, graduating in 1965 then enlisted in the Navy shortly after graduating, serving three tours in Vietnam and was a recipient of the Purple Heart.

Calling hours will be Tuesday Nov. 20th from 4-7 p.m. at the Douglass Funeral Home in Amherst. A funeral service will be Wednesday morning at 10:00 at the Funeral Home with burial to follow at Wildwood Cemetery in Amherst, MA.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your charity of choice.