Throughout her 17 months of treatment, Heather spoke to women’s groups on the importance of early detection and treatment for breast cancer.“Team Heather Sets the Goal for 2006 and the National Race for the Cure.” Team Heather Website. (2006-1-26). In April, 2002, Heather married Jason Starcher of Akron, Ohio. She continued her work as an insurance agent at the Gardner Insurance Agency. In June, 2002, Heather returned, once again, to Washington, D.C. to participate in the 2002 Susan G. Komen for the Cure National Race for the Cure.“2002 Team Heather.” Team Heather Website. (2002-6-1). The following week, doctors discovered Heather’s breast cancer had metastasized in the form of four brain tumors. On September 29, 2002, Heather died. Thousands turned out in Ohio to pay their respects.
