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Andrew Hess Obituary
July 20, 1923 ~ May 23, 2015
Andrew was born in Abilene, Kansas in 1923. He was married 68 years to Dorothy Fields Hess. He was a devoted husband and father. They have three children, and five grandchildren. Andy attended the University of Kansas, University of Pennsylvania, University of Washington - B.A. Political Science, Graduate Studies University of Washington in Economics, Lt. (jg) United States Navy, C.O.U.S.S. Subchaser 1326, Pacific Theatre. Longtime member of the Phi Delta Theta Fraternity (KU). Founder and Director of Finance of Sterling Properties, LLC, a company that provides real estate management services, and owns and operates manufactured housing communities in Washington and Oregon.
Andy's public and professional career included being Manager Boeing Field - King County Airport, Federal Housing Administration (FHA) - Director Seattle Area Office, Housing and Urban Development (HUD) - Director Region 10, Washington Children's Home Society - President, and Washington State Representative and Senator (Seattle). As a Senator, wrote legislation and chaired interim legislative committee with 75 citizens statewide in a yearlong study of education in Washington. As a result, many improvements in education systems and operations and opened the way to a statewide system of community colleges. He served on the MHCW Board for several terms. Andy was appointed by the Governor to the Higher Education Coordinating Board established by the Washington Legislature, charged with an ongoing review of state higher education. Most notable result of these efforts was the establishment of new branch campuses for the major state universities offering a system of junior and senior level coursework, plus graduate degrees, greatly expanding availability and access statewide. He was a key figurehead in the placement of WSU Vancouver.
Andy was active in the Democratic Party. An avid golfer past member of Oregon's Seniors Tour, Royal Oaks Country Club and Rainier Country Club, he played and won a variety of local tournaments across the Pacific Northwest.
Awards
Bishop's Cross - Episcopal Diocese of Olympia
Edwin Pratt Award -
Seattle Urban League
Distinguished Service Award -
United States Department of Housing and Urban Development
The family would like to thank all those who have expressed their sympathy and condolences, a private service was held in his remembrance of him.
A friend said it best, "Andy has been elected to a higher office -
helping God try to straighten out this mixed up world. If anyone can do it - Andy is the one." This truly speaks to Andy's character in life.
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Sara Jenkins
June 10, 2015
My condolences to his family. I loved listening to his stories.
June 10, 2015
I think about you and Mr.Hess often.
Upon moving here from Hawaii I was looking for a nice and well kept home. One day, while out driving around, I found your lovely home. It was a beautiful home and so well kept. When I knocked on the door, you both invited me in! I've lived here 30 yrs. and have tried to maintain the yard, even though my husband passed away a few yrs ago.
We have raised our kids, beloved kitties, and two dogs in this home. And now the Grandkids come. We all love it here. In fact, I will hand it down to one of my Daughters when it becomes too much for me. It's quiet and peaceful and the yard is always blooming with something. Currently it's the roses, blueberries & raspberries!
I'm so thankful for both of you and how you opened your home & hearts to me. It was such a hard time, in that we really had no idea how we were going to find a home and a good school for our kids. It all just sort of happened, but mostly because of you.
Please know that I care about your husbands death and I wish you well.
Most Sincerely, BeBe Martin
June 9, 2015
My condolences to the Family of Andrew Hess I know he will truly be missed may beautiful memories comfort you during this difficult time and may you be strengthen by God's wonderful Promise of life without end in Paradise [Matt 5:5]
sub chaser
Roger Sheetz
June 8, 2015
"I saw a ship a sailing on the mourn,
and Andy was at the rail."
Julia Scott
June 7, 2015
So sorry to hear of Andy's passing; what an accomplished gentleman. Our condolences to you Dorothy and your family.
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