Heather Stirner Nutting, 59, of Easton, died Saturday, February 19, 2022 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Hospice. Born December 15, 1962 in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of Heather (Harland) Applegate and the late Karl Stirner. She and her husband, Mark A. Nutting were married 26 years.
Heather and Mark owned Jiva Fitness, Easton. Prior to that she worked for Easton Academy of Dance and was a graduate of Palisades High School.
Surviving with her husband, Mark are her sons, Ian Nutting and Jackson Nutting; her sister, Noelle Stirner; and her brother, Jonas Stirner.
Services will be private. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Cancer Support Community of the Greater Lehigh Valley, www.cancersupportglv.org. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Michael Macchio
February 22, 2022 at 8:18 am
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I hope you can take solace remembering the good memories you shared with her.
Maddy Thibeault
February 22, 2022 at 9:07 am
Mark, Ian and Jackson,
I am so sorry to hear of Heather’s passing. Please know how special she was to everyone. She will be deeply missed by the family and all the friends at Saco Sports and Fitness. We love you Heather fly high my friend. Praying for all of you during this difficult time. 🙏❤️❤️
Shelley Bartush
February 22, 2022 at 9:23 am
I hope your family can eventually find peace. Heather was so kind and beautiful both inside and out. Tom and I send thoughts to you all.
Marlene Welsh
February 22, 2022 at 9:37 am
So sorry to hear of Heathers passing. I didn’t know her but only have heard wonderful things about her. Prayers with your family.
Linda White
February 22, 2022 at 9:40 am
Oh my God! I did not know this. Heather was so incredibly kind and full of life. I’m so sorry:(
Patricia Donahue
February 22, 2022 at 9:41 am
I took exercise classes at Jiva Fitness, usually with Heather. She made such an impression on me, right from the start—her warmth, beauty, and energy. She radiated light. My condolences to her family. They have lost a very special person.
John Haracopos
February 22, 2022 at 9:44 am
Dear Mark, Ian & Jackson
I’m so sorry for your most devastating loss.
Heather was such a warm and lovingly joyous person with the brightest of lights shining from within! I will always remember the wonderful times we spent together- the Thanksgivings up on 181, “The First” party each year, countless AIDS WALKS and even a few weekends on Fire Island & “The Heathers”…..
I wish I could just be there and wrap a big hug around you all!! Rest In Peace Heather!!! ♥️♥️♥️
Leigh and Chris Orner-Carnese
February 22, 2022 at 10:32 am
We are both so saddened by Heather’s passing. The world has lost a truly beautiful soul. Mark, your family will be in our hearts.
Julie Noyes Tillson
February 22, 2022 at 10:32 am
Deepest condolences to you and your family. I remember meeting Heather once many years ago at a class reunion. It was apparent that she was a bright light and how happy you two were. Over the years, thanks to Facebook, I have seen multiple posts and photos and it is mind boggling to me how this beautiful, fit and positive person is gone from such a horrible illness. May your memories of her stay with you forever, bring you peace and help you heal
Sincerely
Julie
Jay Selberg
February 22, 2022 at 10:34 am
Shocked at the news, Mark, I am so very sorry, my deepest sympathies. Love to the family. Jay
Wendy Schettig
February 22, 2022 at 10:40 am
Such a beauty and a picture of life and joy. So very sad she is gone much too soon. Prayers for Mark, the boys, Noelle, Jonas and Heather Harland. Prayers of peace and comfort to you all.
Pat Camire
February 22, 2022 at 11:03 am
My sincere condolences Mark and family for your loss. Heather was an inspiration to many which will never be forgotten. Heather was a joy to know and a true professional role model. She will be deeply missed.
Sending thoughts and prayers to help you all get through this very difficult time.
My sincere sympathy ❤️🩹
Catherine Dent
February 22, 2022 at 11:24 am
Mark- I am very sorry to hear about this. I can only imagine how wonderful she was if she was married to you. I am sending love and light to you and your family at this time. So sorry…..
Lori Broess
February 22, 2022 at 11:47 am
Mark, My deepest condolences to you and your boys. My heart goes out to you.
Lady Colleen Heller
February 22, 2022 at 11:52 am
The lights shine brighter in the VAST universe because of Heathers passing. Let’s be reflective of her kindness, thoughtfulness, compassion, thankfulness and caring life. Thank you Heather for touching my life so deeply and reminding me of humanities capabilities through your exemplary example. Heather you are missed truly, but will never to be forgotten.
My deepest condolences to Mark and the family she so loved.
Lisa Fleming
February 22, 2022 at 11:55 am
It was the late 1990’s when I found Heather at New York Sports Clubs in Manhattan. It was my first gym with lockers and laundry and I was ready to level up and get a trainer. But all I saw was muscle men until that lithe, tall, beautiful dancer built, ray of blond sunshine, Heather, bounced into my life. I so loved her combination of intelligence, strength, sense of humor, diligence and kindness. She trained me well and truth be told, throughout the years, there’s been no one quite like her.
We became friends and I would make the trip up to Washington Heights and always receive a warm welcome from her and you. I marveled at the cast of characters gathered from all corners of the world.
It’s been years and we kept up on Facebook. My heart is heavy with her leaving this earth and my tears flow freely.
Mark you were and are the love of her life. She told me so. She said it was easy, you just fit! I send you, Ian, Jackson and your family much love. She can come play, laugh and haunt me anytime.
Love,
Lisa Fleming
Alison Marzuoli
February 22, 2022 at 12:07 pm
Heather was my first dance teacher when I started dancing on Ferry Street at Easton Academy of Dance, I was 9. She was patient, so very talented and always smiling. I will be forever grateful that she shared her love of movement through teaching. I continued on dancing in college and even teaching it at a few of the schools where I have worked. Know that her life and passions continue to live on through so many. Sending her family love and light in these devastating times.
Much love,
Alison
Lindsay McGuire
February 22, 2022 at 12:28 pm
It’s hard to imagine that Heather’s brightest of lights has now been extinguished! That smile! That conspiratorial chuckle! That electric energy! That utter grace and charm! We have sorely missed her here in Belfast, Maine, where she lit up our local YMCA like some sort of fantastic joyful lantern, although it was always lovely to think of her closer to Karl during his final years. I send my deepest sympathy to Mark, Jackson and Ian, to Noelle and Jonas and your families, and, of course, to my dearest old pal Heather Senior. Adieu, ma petite Bruyere! Tu nous manqueras a la folie.
Sandy Turner
February 22, 2022 at 1:24 pm
Heather was a strong… kind hearted… friend that I admired and respected. I think everyone that knew her felt the same. She will be greatly missed. Mark…. Let the love and prayers of others help you through this difficult time. You two had a special relationship that I admired. Hugs love and prayers being sent your way😢💔❤️🩹
Cheri Nutting
February 22, 2022 at 1:57 pm
I’m so sorry for your loss. Such a beautiful woman. Love to the whole Nutting family.
Polly and George Lawson
February 22, 2022 at 5:09 pm
Heather may be absent from our view…but that smile and warmth will radiate on throughout all our lives. I will always remember her openness and her ability to encourage. I regret the years where we lost touch…and am so grateful for our recent re-connection. She was a rare gem and has left us way too soon. To Mark, Ian, Jackson, Noelle and family, Jonas and family and to “Mommy” Heather and Bud, George and I send our love and support. May you find strength in all the love that so many have for all of you.
Helen King
February 22, 2022 at 6:51 pm
So very sad for you and the Family praying that God gives you the will and his love to guide you all at this difficult time
Tracy Doolittle
February 22, 2022 at 7:02 pm
Mark- There are no words. Know that Heather’s spirit was loved and seen by so many people who will always remember her. Take one minute at a time. You can do this. She loved you and the boys so very much.
Hank Drought
February 22, 2022 at 9:49 pm
Mark,
I’m so very very sorry. May your great memories of Heather sustain and strengthen you. Carry on well in her memory. God bless you and Ian and Jackson.
Ed Eckstein
February 23, 2022 at 11:46 am
I certainly will miss Heather, a bright light in the hallways of 230 Ferry St. I will keep an eye out for little Moxie and continue his treat regimen. Rest in Peace dear
Heather..
Everett Harman
February 23, 2022 at 6:03 pm
I am stunned to hear about your great loss. You were fortunate to have her as long as you did. I know she will live on in your hearts.
Christine Scibelli
February 23, 2022 at 6:59 pm
I got to know Heather over a weekend of training for Centergy. She was a diamond in the rough with her beautiful spirit and wonderful smile. Taken way too so on. My deepest condolences to you.
Shannon Farren
February 24, 2022 at 12:25 pm
I was stunned and deeply saddened to hear of Heather’s passing. I met Heather in 1993 when I arrived at the Lido. Our last communication was about meeting up on a future trip to Marietta. I am so sorry for the loss of your wife and mom. Sending love and prayers to all of Heather’s family.
Chris Vilardi
February 24, 2022 at 12:34 pm
Such a beautiful, vibrant spirit. I feel lucky to have been in its presence. My deepest condolences.
Katharyn Zwicker
February 25, 2022 at 4:42 am
Mark,
I’m so sorry to read of your and your family’s loss.
Your posts of family fun and adventures were always a joy to read.
My sympathy to all,
Katharyn
Tom Hopkins
February 27, 2022 at 7:43 am
Heather was a bright spot. She nudged me in my own growth as a human by starting my path as a yoga instructor. Nurturing me in the early days to make sure I succeeded. Sending much love and hugs.
Tom
Ron Morris
February 27, 2022 at 7:46 pm
Heather always shared a smile. Always took the moment to say hello. Give a hug. Laugh. I feel very lucky to have known her. All my love to your family.
John Robertshaw
February 27, 2022 at 11:28 pm
HEATHER was one of the true genuinely nice people I met when she arrived in New York amd attended a fete on the aAR, of her husband to be, Mark. Sure and demure. Full of life and fire and dance. She loved lives experiences and experiments.
I loved her alot…..and will now mourn her loss for the rest of my life.
Jennifer Ferguson
March 1, 2022 at 6:23 pm
I did not have the privilege of knowing Heather but from all accounts, a truly bright star that shared her light and so many gifts generously. Mark, I do not know how you are putting one foot in front of the other let alone stringing a coherent sentence together to help us misfits but hats off to you. Big hugs to you, Ian and Jackson. Have faith that you will find a way forward. And she will be by your side – always.
Steve Snyder
March 5, 2022 at 6:44 pm
My Deepest Condolences to you and your family. Heather was a Wonderful caring helpful person. And it was a privilege knowing Heather.
Becky Altmann
March 9, 2022 at 2:30 pm
Mark, Ian & Jackson,
So, so sorry for your loss. Heather was a remarkable person and may her light shine on through all of you. Peace be with all all of you during this very difficult time.
Becky & Carter
Scott and Beth Gillespie
March 12, 2022 at 10:54 am
Heather,
Live, Laugh, Love, Learn & Leave a Legacy.
These words have always been meaningful for me, and I can’t help but reflect on how Heather lived and taught me so much about them.
She truly lived; Dancing, smiling, travelling, loving, serving, teaching, and leading in a kind and inclusive way.
Her smile lit up a room. Her laughter was infectious. She thrived bringing and sharing joyful moments with others. We look at the toe mark on the ceiling in our kitchen & smile at one of the best party tricks ever!
There was great Love in her life that few seem to experience with her soul mate Mark. Her two beautiful children were deeply loved. Beyond her family she also nurtured many loving friendships.
She had an insatiable appetite for knowledge and loved to stretch, learn to grow to better understand how to help other people live happier, healthier more vital lives.
Her Legacy is wide. Not only did she touch countless lives as an instructor and coach teaching people how to live better in New York, Maine & Pennsylvania, and all over the Country as a Master Instructor. She also developed many fitness professionals who, having a bit of Heather in them, will pass it on to their students in every class they teach. Her children will carry her heart, values, and zest for life.
Heather was one of those rare, amazing people we feel lucky to have known. We are truly thankful to have had her in our lives and are better people for the time we spent together.
Scott & Beth Gillespie
Kimberley LaFontaine
November 24, 2022 at 6:30 pm
Utterly shattered by this news.
Heather was a bright star here amongst us who never let that exuberance dim.
I can’t even imagine the void that this wonderful human left.
My heart and prayers are to Mark and the boys as I see that they are continuing this star to shine.