Brittany Devin Heaney

Brittany was born on November 21, 1990 to parents, Thomas and Lisa Heaney in Brooklyn, New York. She is a graduate of St. John’s University School of Law and worked in the King’s County Brooklyn District Attorney’s office as a prosecutor in the Special Victims Bureau. Brittany distinguish herself as hard-working, sensitive, and compassionate in her work.

Brittany is known for her incredible intelligence, sense of humor, and consistent kindness toward others. She was sharp in both wit and style and was a loyal and loving daughter, fiancé, sister, and aunt. Her love and care for her family was unmatched and she will live on through the immeasurable ripple she has made in the world.

Brittany is survived by her parents Thomas and Lisa Heaney, her fiancé and love of her life Vito Rinaldi III, sisters Shannon LaDuca and Meagan Heaney, and nephew Jack, whom she loved as her own. Brittany will also be missed by aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and colleagues.

In lieu of flowers and as a lasting honor to her legacy, please make a contribution to the Brittany Devin Heaney Foundation.

In partnership with Morgan Stanley, it is our distinct honor to announce the creation of this foundation, in memory of our beloved Brittany. The primary mission of the foundation, in connection with Brittany’s alma mater, St. John’s University School of Law, is to provide a summer fellowship to a law student engaged in a sex crime internship. The foundation will host a yearly memorial dinner, where we can all gather to celebrate Brittany’s life.

To make a contribution, Zelle is linked directly to the foundation. You can Zelle: [email protected]. When making a contribution to the foundation, you will need to enter Alana’s full name: Alana Tierney.

The memorial mass honoring Brittany Devin Heaney will be held at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church located at 2805 Fort Hamilton Parkway Brooklyn, New York 11218 on March 6, 2021 at 12:00PM.