R.I.P Celtics VP of Public Relations

[Ed Monix]

Boston Celtics executive Heather Walker passed away Wednesday morning after a long battle with brain cancer.

Her family had posted about a week ago that she had entered hospice care. She was diagnosed with glioblastoma, a rare and aggressive form of brain cancer, in July of 2021.

During her cancer battle, Walker launched the "Move 4 Heather" campaign, which encouraged people to get active, post pictures on social media, and donate to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

The campaign raised nearly $650,000 for cancer research.

Walker had worked for the Celtics for 17 years. She leaves behind a husband and two young daughters.

She was 52 years old.

[Roy H.]

If I'm remembering right, she was honored as the "Hero Among Us" the same night as KG's jersey retirement.  I was at the game, and it was clear that there was a bond between those two. She seems to have touched a lot of lives.

RIP.

[Ed Monix]

If I'm remembering right, she was honored as the "Hero Among Us" the same night as KG's jersey retirement.  I was at the game, and it was clear that there was a bond between those two. She seems to have touched a lot of lives.

RIP.

I believe you’re correct Roy.

Heather was an incredibly kind person who fought this disease for years and had an incalculable impact on her community as a result. Her presence in Boston will be missed terribly.

Tim Bontemps

This is such sad news. Heather was really good at her job. More importantly, she always had a smile. She was a force of positive energy. I hope her family can keep that with them forever.

Jay King

We’re deeply saddened to hear about Heather’s passing.

Our team was fortunate to know and work with Heather on countless occasions.

Her passion for the job & life was always evident.

Her strength in battling this illness, inspirational.

Our thoughts are with her family.

NBC Boston Sports

A truly tremendous loss. My heart goes out to Heather’s family and the Celtics organization.

Cassidy Hubbarth

This is so sad! Heather has been so nice to be during my 18 years covering the Celtics. When I first arrived she always made sure I got the information first on any Ryan Gomes public appearances.

Thoughts and prayers to her family. May she rest in peace!

Joe Kayata

Today is a devastating day for everyone in the Celtics community. Heather Walker brought a warmth and energy to every room she walked into and we were so lucky to have her in our lives. I’ll always cherish every sarcastic joke, every belly laugh with Heather and miss her dearly.

Jared Weiss

Rest in Peace my friend 🕊️ Prayers and condolences to the Walker family. ❤️

Marc J. Spears

[ozgod]

Condolences to her family and to the Cs for her loss. I did read a lot about what was happening to her and what she had achieved.

[hwangjini_1]

over on SoSH a couple of posters knew her since they were connected to the celtics organization.

everything being written above seems to be true about her. she was warm, generous, helping, caring, and a delightful human being.

it is a loss to be sure.