Peggy Marie Hunt

Published 9:24 am Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Peggy Marie Hunt

June 22, 1949 – August 8, 2024

Peggy Marie Pollock was born to James “Bud” and Verneita “Nita” Pollock. She loved growing up in Redmond and could be found “dragging the gut” in her shiny green Camaro or flagging for her father’s road construction company, Babler Brothers. She was no stranger to mischief, as one of her favorite things to do was hang out with her many friends throwing Caterpillar yellow paint off the Crooked River High Bridge. In 1970, Peggy married Bend-native Jerry Hunt at the Powell Butte Christian Church. Jerry and Peggy built a life together in Bend, where they welcomed two sons, Jeff and Robb. Her vibrant spirit and infectious laugh is loved and missed by her husband, sons, grandchildren, nephews, and great nephews.

Steven B. Heller

August 31, 1940 – July 9, 2024

Steven Heller, 83, passed away on July 9, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of entrepreneurial innovation and deep familial love.

Born on August 31, 1940, in Sterling, IL, Steve discovered his passion for tennis early on, a passion he carried through his academic and athletic career at the University of Illinois. A consummate entrepreneur, Steve founded Acuity Systems in 1971 and later launched Entré Computer Centers Inc., which grew into a prominent personal-computer retail chain. In retirement, Steve enjoyed golf and travel and loved supporting his children and grandchildren in their sporting endeavors.

Steve is survived by his children Julian, Susan, Alix, and Justin Heller; his siblings Jake Staats, Margie Dewey Chiba, and Gary Dewey; and his grandchildren Malachi, Liam, Lucy, and Rose. He will be remembered for his entrepreneurial spirit, love of sports, and commitment to his family. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 31st, in Bend; contact family for details.