DONALD F. HESS SR.

Donald F. Hess Sr. passed away Monday, April 8, 2024, at the age of 86.
He was predeceased by his parents, Charles F. Hess Jr. and Adeline Hess; brother, Charles F. Hess III.
Don is survived by his daughter, Janet Hess; sons, Donald F. (Lisa) Hess Jr., Joseph (Patti) Hess, sister, Jane (Curt) Bonser; sister-in-law, Betty Hess, along with five grandchildren and one great-grandchild; two nephews and a niece.
Don was born in Mansfield and graduated from Boston University School of Sacred Theology. Don was an ordained Methodist Minister in Bethel, Maine until he left the ministry to pursue a career in the human resources field. Don retired from Harvey's Resort Hotel and Casino in 1993 and retired to spend his remaining years in Liberty.
Don built his own home, Camp Hessmuk where he lived peacefully with his beloved dogs, Bully, Zookie, Okie and Snert. Don's super-power was fishing. Don was known to his children as "The Old Master" due to his ability to catch fish that no one else could. He also earned a black belt in Tae Kwon Do at the age of 50.
A private gathering for family and friends will be announced at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Sebring Grange #1047, 1065 Bloss Mountain Road, Liberty, PA 16930.