David Hess Obituary
David was born on September 2, 1955, to Donald and Norma (née Lockwood) Hess. He graduated from Hartford High School with the Class of 1975 and proudly served his country in the United States Navy until 1993. Following his military service, David worked as an over-the-road truck driver until his retirement, after which he returned home to Hartford to be close to family.
He is lovingly survived by his siblings, Debbi (John "Hound") Thomas, Bill (Roxanne) Hess, and John "Jocco" (Lori) Hess; nieces, Tiffany and Sarah; nephew, Erik; great-nephew, John; and great-niece, Nora.
David was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Lori.
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Tom Johnson
November 12, 2025
Sorry to hear of David´s passing. I was in Boot Camp with David in the Navy. I went to BT A school with him also stationed on separate ships in Mayport Florida.
Tom Johnson
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