Carl Arthur Hess

Carl Arthur Hess, 80, of Hamburg, passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at the Lehigh Valley Hospital, Cedar Crest. He was the loving husband of Audrey Kay (Weidman) Hess. Carl is also survived by his daughter, Carla Kimber, wife of Danny Clyde, Washington State. Born in West Hazelton, he was the son of the late Carl L. and Ruth C. (Stauffenberg) Hess. Carl was a graduate of West Hazleton High School; he continued his education at Kutztown University where he earned a Master's Degree in Art Education. He served as an Art Teacher for a span of 38 years at the Hamburg Area School District, imparting his extensive knowledge to students ranging from elementary to middle school. He possessed a deep passion for teaching and found immense joy in his profession. Carl was a highly acclaimed photographer, known by many as CHess Photo, with a nationwide presence. His notable achievements encompassed the successful execution of the Snakes of PA Program, capturing captivating images of flora and fauna in the realm of wildlife photography, and creating unique calendars adorned with artistic depictions of mannequins. For decades, Carl proudly served as track photographer at Big Diamond Speedway Racetrack and more recently Shellhammer Speedway. He held membership in the AMA District 6 Sports Association and derived inspiration from riding his Harley Davidson on the open road. A Celebration of Life will be celebrated Saturday, December 2, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. at Kuhn Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 40 South 4th St., Hamburg, PA 19526. Burial will be private. A Visitation will be Saturday from 1:00 p.m. at 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Contributions in Carl's memory may be made to Red Creek Wildlife Center, 300 Moonhill Dr., Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972 or the American Heart Association, 1617 John F Kennedy Blvd # 700, Philadelphia, PA 19103. Online condolences may be recorded at www.kuhnfuneralhomes.com.