John Howard Hess

Cheri, I just now read that John has passed away. I am sorry for your loss and am sure you miss him dearly. John was a wonderful boss when I worked for him prior to his entering law school. That first job I had out of college was one of the best jobs I ever had. And the fond memories of your brother on our crew. My God continue to bless you and your family.

Dear Cheri and Boys,
What fond memories I have of John at Mackenzie High School and our VCY club. His wonderful sense of humor was always a sorce of entertainment.
Perhaps the funniest memory is of our camping trip to Spring Hill and John finally bundling your crying baby in the car and driving down the road so the rest of us could get some sleep in our "covered wagons."
What a joy to know that we will meet again. God give you comfort.
My love to you all,
Pam (Schneemann)...

Dear Cheri, your sons and their families, Mrs.Hess, and Janet:
I have known John since we were young teens at Ward Church in Detroit. We were part of the Ambassadors class. In fact, Janet Schiller, Carole Carouvich, and I put together a reunion of the Ambassadors class in the '80's at a park here in the Detroit area, and many of us came together (including John & Cheri) for the first time in twenty years. I haven't seen or spoken to John since that reunion, but I'm glad I got to see him...

Dear Cheri and family,
We were saddened to hear of John's death. He was a very special person to us and the fact that our paths have not physically crossed in more than 25 years has in no way diminished his impact on our lives. We remember Bible studies together, camping in northern Michigan, and wonderful times of study and fellowship. God enriched our lives through John's life and we're most grateful. May God bring each of you a special sense of His presence at this time . . ....

My heart goes out to all the Hess family. I am very thankful that god brought me to John's office back in 97 John fought for my little girl for 7 hard years and I will never forget that day on August 19 2003 when he won custody for me and I gave him that big hug. I will miss John not just for his work but as a good friend.
Richard Carlson

How saddened we were to learn of John's passing. We were friends from the old youth group, Ambassadors, at Ward Church, in Detroit. Such good memories we have of John's friendship in those days. We are praying for comfort for the entire family.

Dear Cheri, Jeremy, Sarah and your family, We were saddened to learn of John's death. We will remember him always as an avid fan of East Grand Rapids sports, and as a intelligent and kind man who had a wonderful family. May God's overarching peace be with all of you. The Klums, Jeff, Cindy, Adrienne and Scott

Dear Cheri and family:
We were all saddened to hear of John's passing. He often appeared in my courtroom and we had many opportunities to talk about the families and children whose lives were impacted by the cases we handled. He often spoke of you and his sons and their wives with loving pride, and his commitment to all of you was unquestioned. We in the legal community have lost a good friend and colleague, but we can only imagine the depth of your loss. May the grace and peace of...

Dear Cheri & family,
I am sad for your loss of your husband & best friend, but smile knowing that John is rejoicing with Jesus - who I know he knew and loved first in his life. I know Cheri professionally and have retained John for legal counsel, who was worth every penny! My husband Harrell and I consider both of you and your family not only friends, but part of the church family. I highly respect John's faith and fight and will always look up to him. Bless you and be comforted knowing...