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Leon was born on August 29, 1941 in Muenster, Texas to Gerhart John "Gary" and Caroline Elizabeth (Knabe) Hess.
He is survived by his children: Preston Hess, Melissa Bogle, Mary Cirligel, Joseph Hess, and stepdaughter Terri Anderson; 13 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; siblings: Laverna Nasche, Jerry Hess, Frank Hess, Doyle Hess, Gene Hess, Chris Hess, Mary Endres, and Gloria Coker; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Gary and Caroline Hess; and brothers: Dale Hess, Quinton Hess, Duane Hess, and James Hess.
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