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Jay Heezen, ‘68 VMD, passed away on August 6, 2020. After graduation, Jay enlisted in the U.S. Army Veterinary Corp and served from 1968 to 1970. He started a veterinary practice outside Plankinton, SD and practiced in the area for 35 years. Jay retired from full-time veterinary practice in 2006 and enjoyed his retirement in Keystone, SD. Jay is survived by two sons, Jason (Angie) Heezen of Plankinton, and Jon Heezen of Hadley, MN; a daughter, Jennifer (Bob) Hammond of Rapid City, and seven grandchildren.