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[[strikethrough]] about the country. [[/strikethrough]] He was never licensed, and never had a serious accident, a most remarkable pioneer flying record. 

After giving up flying in 1920 Heth became a farmer and painter near Birmingham, Michigan, but during World War II again served his country, as an aviation inspector in nearby Michigan factories. In 1951 he moved to Tampa, Florida, where he hoped to enjoy a few years of retirement. There he passed away on September 17, 1959, at age 80, after gradually failing health. He was survived by his wife, a son, and his sister. Burial was in Greenwood Cemetery, Birmingham, Michigan.

Flying Pioneer and Early Bird, Eugene Heth was indeed one of the foremost aviators of his day. A very active pilot, an excellent mechanic and competent judge of his equipment, he never experienced a serious accident. A willing contributor to his country in times of war, he deserves great credit for the [[strikethrough]] very [[/strikethrough]] major part he [[strikethrough]] played [[/strikethrough]] performed in the early development of aviation. His name belongs among the best in early United States aviation history. 

Due credit is given to Heth's sister, Mrs. Blanche Navin, for the photo and a major portion of this biography.