Kenneth R. Hess, Sr. 93, of So. Charleston, went home to be with the Lord, Wednesday April 1, 2015 at home.
He was preceded in death by his parents Charles Edward and Etha Lee Hess, brothers, Freddie, James, Charles, and Eugene.
He was a retired millwright from Union Carbide Tech Center with 30 years of service. He was part of the Greatest Generation, and a WWII Army veteran with the 95th Infantry Division, known as the “Iron Men of Metz” where he earned three Bronze Stars. He also was a member of the Alum Creek VFW Post 4768 and he was awarded the Legion D’Honneur, which was the highest French Decoration for the Liberation of France and Europe during World War II. He was a woodcrafting artist who enjoyed building swings, children’s rockers, birdhouses and other items for family and friends.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Hazel; son, Reed Hess (Vicki) of Alum Creek; daughter, Susan Conner (Jack) of Elk Hills; brothers, George Hess and Joe Hess all of South Charleston; grandchildren, Elizabeth Paige Hill (Rex), Eric and Stephanie Conner; and great-grandchildren, Serena and Hunter Hill.
Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 4, at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek, with Pastor Eric Mounts officiating. Burial will follow at Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens, Cross Lanes with military graveside rites.
Family and friends will gather from 6 to 8 pm Friday at the funeral home.
The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Susan Cavender, Debbie Steffick, RN and to HospiceCare for their loving and gentle care for our loved one and the family during this time.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to HospiceCare, 1606 Kanawha Blvd., W., Charleston, WV 25387-2536 or The Bible Center Church, 100 Bible Center Dr., Charleston, WV 25314.
I would like to express my condolences to your family, it can be hard for friends and family to find the right words to express at difficult times like these. The Bible is a great source to look into and has helped me personally when My dad passed away. Jesus Christ promised that millions now dead will live again on this earth and have the prospect of remaining on it forever in a peaceful beautiful paradise earth. (Isaiah 35:5,6 John 5:29) A comforting thought is at Revelation 21:3,4, where it states “…And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry be anymore the former things have past away”. This scripture gives us hope for the future! You can also find comfort in Acts 24:15 – Death does not end it all. May Jehovah God bring you comfort and peace during this difficult time. (Ps.46:1, Ps.83:18)
So sorry to hear this news. We pray for comfort for your family in this difficult time.
Dear Hazel,
The family of Becky & Roy Hickman send their deepest condolences and will keep you in our prayers. Thanks always for being such a good friend to our Mom!
Take care,
Sam
Reed am so sorry too hear of the passing of your Dad. Our prayers and thoughts be with you and your family. Dean and Vickie
So sorry to hear of your loss. He was a good and kind man. He will be missed by all who knew him.
The world is a little dimmer place without this wonderful man. I have wonderful memories of the closeness of my parents, Tom and Imogene Hudson, with Timer and Hazel. My love goes to all of the family.
Hazel, Reed & Susan. We are so sorry for your loss but also celebrate with you another sweet angel entering into Heaven. May God give you comfort during this difficult time and peace knowing you will be reunited with him one day! Love & Prayers!! Kenny & Mona