History
The oldest known ancestor is Jakob van Heker who died in 1440. The family is split into many branches (van Brandsenburg, van Kell, van Molecaten). The Heeckerens have the same coat of arms as the Rechteren family, and are related to the former as well the van Voorst tot Voorst family. Members carry the title of baron.
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