Richard Wallace Hess
January 27, 1939 - May 8, 2019
Richard W. Hess age 80, of Dixon, died Wednesday May 8, 2019, at his home, surrounded by his family. Rich was born January 27, 1939, in Dixon, the son of Lee and Wilma (Stainbrook) Hess. With his brothers he had owned and operated Lee Hess and Sons Distributors prior to his retirement. Rich married Patricia Ports November 15, 1958 in Sterling, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents, one great grandson Dawson Hess Glenn and a brother Bob Hess. He is survived by his wife Patricia, children Lee Thomas (Amy) Hess of Dixon, John Richard (Jan) Hess of Polo, and Joanie Marie (Patrick) Mulligan of Dixon; 8 grandchildren Steven (Natalie Glenn) Hess, Marie Hess, Ryan Hess, Dustin (Whitney) Hess, Elizabeth Hess, Kyle Hess, Audrey Hess, and Katy Hess; and 2 great grandchildren Reagan and Logan Hess. He is also survived by one brother Don (Kathy) Hess of Dixon. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at 10:30 AM at St Patrick Catholic Church in Dixon with the Rev. Keith Romke officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery in Dixon. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 9:30 till time of services at the church. A memorial has been established.
Richard W. Hess age 80, of Dixon, died Wednesday May 8, 2019, at his home, surrounded by his family. Rich was born January 27, 1939, in Dixon, the son of Lee and Wilma (Stainbrook) Hess. With his brothers he had owned and operated Lee Hess... View Obituary & Service Information