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Larry Hess Obituary
Rev. Larry J. Hess, 63,
Pastor of St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church, Reading, died February 21, 2014 in St. Joseph Medical
Center
surrounded by his family.
Born in Reading, he was the son of Mary G. (Lawlor) Hess, West Lawn, and the late Lyman R. Hess.
He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School in 1968, DeSales University in 1972 and Mount St. Mary's Seminary in 1979.
Fr. Hess began his 35-year career as a Catholic priest as Associate Pastor at St. Joseph's Church in Easton. He then served in the academic arena for 19 years including: Notre Dame High School in Easton, Muhlenberg and
Cedar Crest Colleges, and Kutztown University in
campus ministry.
In 1999 he was named
Pastor of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Gordon, and
later served as Pastor of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Bangor and St. Vincent
DePaul Mission, Portland. In 2009 he returned to his hometown of Reading, where he was named Pastor of St. Anthony of Padua Church in Millmont.
A well known speaker and preacher along the entire East Coast, Fr. Hess was highly regarded for
his charismatic leadership (Bishop's Charismatic Liaison for 30 years), but more importantly he was much loved and revered for his healing and forgiveness
ministry.
Known as the "Priest of the Holy Card," where he wrote down a healing prayer that he had been using when visiting the sick in hospitals, and now over 10,000 per month of his prayer cards are requested not only throughout the United States, but also in Puerto Rico, Canada, Mexico, Nigeria, Japan, Bolivia, Philippines and Ireland.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his two sisters: Catherine M. Hess, Greenville, SC, and Mary Grace Rugh, Shillington. Nephew David Rugh Jr., husband of Jeanne and their daughter, Kayla; niece Kelli, wife of John Gauker and their children Emily, Meredith and Calvin; and nephew Kevin Rugh, husband of Jessie and their children Olivia, Abigail, Zeno and Eli also survive him.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m., Monday, March 3, 2014, in his childhood parish of St. Catharine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, 4975 Boyertown Pike, Reading, PA 19606. Entombment will be private in Gethsemane Mausoleum. Viewings will be held Sunday, March 2, 2014, from 3 to 7 p.m. and Monday, March 3, 2014, from 8 to 10:45 a.m. in St. Catharine's church.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to LaSalle Academy, 440 Holland Street, Shillington, PA 19607 or Berks Catholic H.S., 955 E. Wyomissing Blvd., Reading, PA 19611.
Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, Inc., West Reading is in charge of arrangements. www.kuhnfuneralhome.com.
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Anthony Re
June 13, 2015
God Bless! Rest soul of Father Hess.
God Bless!
Anthony Re
June 13, 2015
God Bless, Father Hess, in Christ Jesus, our Lord and Teacher. I could almost hear him say "now, what are you up to, Tony!"
Kathy Dalius
June 11, 2015
What a great & holy man. My he rest in peace.
diane Rollins
February 14, 2015
We miss you Father Hess! http://www.lsabear.org/we-will-miss-you-father-larry-hess/
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January 25, 2015
I have been ordering Fr. Hess' cards for several years now, and was shocked to see that he had gone home to God. So many people have and continue to benefit from the holy card. I just ordered 200 more when I found out the sad news. May our God hold him in his eternal embrace, and I pray his spirit will be with his Mom and family in special and unique ways. from Eileen
HGA
Anthony Re
December 31, 2014
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2015! God, rest Rev. Hess, in Christ Jesus, our Lord and Teacher.
anonymous
December 30, 2014
Merry Christmas father Hess ,we miss you very much.
a,friend forever
August 29, 2014
Father, I miss you very much, until we meet again
Donna Maria Vix
July 20, 2014
I never met Fr.Hess but feel so sad to learn of his passing. My mother gave me one of his prayer cards and it has many names written on it. I changed the "I" to "we" or "us" as it feels like such a great way to pray for others. I found his obituary because I wanted to order cards to give away. I have a feeling he might laugh that I feel as if I need to go to confession as I have sinned by copying my card and giving it away. Judging by what others have said, I don't think he would mind. Besides, I intended to pay for the copies also. He must have been a very special person. I hope my father who just passed away on May 19th and my late husband get to meet Fr. Larry in heaven. I am grateful for the ministry of a man I never even got to meet. He must have been extremely special, caring and blessed.
June 14, 2014
I first met Father Larry at a Charismatic Day at Kutztown U. His passion and flair kept me attentive to his homily, but his love of the Lord and His Word insured my appreciation. His ministry touched hearts, and was felt far and wide. I'll remember his smile from the last time I saw him on the campus of Scranton U during their Charismatic Conference.
R I P dear Father Larry.
Dianne Spotts
people of st. anthony,s church
April 28, 2014
Father hess you missed a wonderful day april 27 th 2014 on our church,s 100 th anniversary, you weren,t there well maybe you were .
annonymous
April 20, 2014
Happy easter father we miss you up at the altar every week, but your wonderful smile is still there!
cana
April 17, 2014
Happy easter, father hess, we miss ou and love you as you have loved all of us.
cana
April 15, 2014
Father, its the easter holy week, and your'e not here, how are we going to make without you?
The Re Family
Anthony Re
April 14, 2014
God Bless, Rev. Hess, truly, a man of God, in Christ Jesus, our Lord and Teacher. A Healer.
anonymous
April 13, 2014
Father, since you left us nothing will ever be the same again.
anonymous
March 30, 2014
Father, I look up at the altar every week, you're not there, but your smile is still there.
people of st. anthony,s church
March 29, 2014
Your chair at the altar can never be replaced, I look and your not there hope your looking down on us.
concetta rasa
March 29, 2014
Rest well my friend, we all loved you so very much.
people of the church
March 28, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
anomyous
March 24, 2014
No priest can ever replace father hess,evet
anonymous anonymous
March 22, 2014
The best homilist ever,we loved fathr hess
cana maya
March 21, 2014
The best priest ever
anonymous
March 21, 2014
Peace be with you father
Anonymous
March 17, 2014
I had stage 4 cancer and attended Fr. Hess' healing mass. After chemo treatments all signs of the cancer were gone. I attribute this to Fr. Hess.
anonymous
March 17, 2014
We all loved father hess
rikie thy
March 16, 2014
The best priest ever
anonymous
March 16, 2014
The best priest st. Anthony,s church ever had
Monica Cain
March 15, 2014
Dear Mary Grace, Cathy and Mary Grace,
my condolences to you on your loss.
- Monica Cain (niece of John & Vera [Townsend] Lawlor)
syndney kline guche
March 14, 2014
A wonderful priest
anonymous
March 13, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
March 13, 2014
A wonderful priest anonymous
Lisa GoldsmithPoslock
March 4, 2014
Rest in Peace Fr. Larry. Your work that you did so well here on earth is done. Our Lord only chooses the best to join him in his Heavenly arms. You were an awesome speaker and I fondly remember you preaching at Kutztown Univ. you will be missed by many but know you are loved. Lisa Goldsmith-Poslock formerly of Allentown PA, ACCHS grad 1979
Cynthia Rochowicz
March 2, 2014
I will always treasure your presence at my Mother's funeral and for your sharing the day. Thank you, Father Larry. A childhood friend
John A Rochowicz Jr
March 2, 2014
In sympathy on your loss and in celebration of a life well-lived. Peace Fr Larry.
John Decker
February 28, 2014
At the age of 15 or 16 Larry shared my room for 6 months as he was a young priest and needed housing. My parents - Jack and Anne were highly inspired by this young passionate priest in development. Being a teenager I was less execited to have a priest living with us. However in a style only God would give Larry he became "brother like" to me and mentored me to think about things not of "this world". He not doubt helped my parents start my spiritual journey with Christ and I will be forever Praise God! Sleep well my friend and know even though you may not be with us in the fresh your seeds blessed by Christ are planted all over the world. Well done good and faithful servant! I look forward to seeing you in pardise!
Joanne Pritchard
February 27, 2014
I fondly remember Fr. Hess from his days at St. Joseph's in Easton. I remember his love of the Yankees and taking me to Yankee Stadium. I think the trip with him may have been the only time I saw the Yankees play! That is one of my favorite memories of Fr. Hess.
I pray for peace and comfort for his family.
BELINDA LUSICA AND FAMILY
February 27, 2014
The priest for 4 consecutive years now who gave the chance to the Filipinos in this part of the U.S.A. to celebrate the annual Feast of Santo Nino (The Holy Child) in his parish St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church every 3rd Sunday of January the same date that this event is celebrated by millions of Filipinos all over the world especially in City of Cebu, Philippines the focal point of this religious devotion.Thank you Father Larry J.Hess and Rest in Peace.
Marie Tanis
February 27, 2014
I am heartbroken by the passing of Fr. Hess. In 2009 I met him at our Church St Anthony. I immediatelly connected to him, He help me when I lost my job, he always told me to take good care of my boys. He attend my son Basketball game and Foofball ( he would called Brian "Saint and my Josh was "Travis" when he does not remember his name). He made me a better Catholic. When I was going to have surgery he take time to pray for me. On Sunday Jan, 19th He Celebrate his last Mass on earth...I did the children Liturgy, after mass I went to put the book back in the Sacristy, I can feel He was not well I offered him some water. Then he said to me where are the gang ( my sons) I told him the walked home. Then I went home. I pray for him every minute I can when I find out he was sick in the hospital. But God has other plan. I want to say to Mother Hess and rest of the family, Father Hess was a very caring person, Funny ( tears) I will always remember all he has done for me and my family. MAY HE REST IN PEACE.
February 27, 2014
Our prayers go out to Fr. Larry's family.
You will always remain inour hearts.
Tony & dee Lamastra
John and Meadow Bricker
February 27, 2014
You will always be in our prayers and hearts .You have bin a great part of our faith
February 26, 2014
The Faculty, Staff, and Students of Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic School send their deepest sympathy and prayers to the Hess Family. May your cherished memories help you through this sad time. Please know Father Hess and your family will remain in our daily prayers always. May Father Hess be guided by the angels to heavenly peace.
Blessings,
The OLR School Community
Harry Shaak
February 26, 2014
I send my love and sympathy to the Hess family. I will treasure the fond childhood and and young adulthood memories of Fr Larry Joe and our terrific next door neighbors.
Anne & Jack Decker
February 26, 2014
To Larry's mother and sisters: We were so very sad to hear of our dear friend's passing. We had soo many good times with him. Praise God he is home safely with Him He was a good man, friend and priest. Will always miss him and his wonderful laugh. He was like a second son to us and loved by all our family. You must be so proud of him. We sure are.Wish we could be there on Monday. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you. Much love from Anne & Jack Decker (Children of Joy)
John & Mimi Frank
February 26, 2014
Our condolences to the Hess family on your loss. Many thanks to Fr Larry for his wonderful priesthood! We have sent his prayer cards far and wide and will continue to do so.
RIP Fr Larry.
The Champagne Family
February 26, 2014
With out deepest sympathies.
February 26, 2014
To father Larry's family and relatives, my sincerest condolences go out to all. I have many memories sitting with father on the steps of Old Main at KU. He was truly a very special man and a gift to all that met him.
Regards Sr. Cpl. Peter Grazer KU Police
February 25, 2014
To the family of Father Hess: My sympathy goes out to all of you. Father Hess was a wonderful priest. It was 19 yrs. ago that my mother had passed, and Father Hess, at that time was a Kutztown University. He took the time to see me and help me through the grieving process. I attended to many of his healing services and Charismatic services in the past. May he rest in peace. He brought so much healing to so many people. God has welcomed him to heaven. He is at peace now.
Irma Foschi-Unger
Joe and Terry Ingraffea
February 25, 2014
Rest in peace Father.
Melody & Brian Kirk
February 25, 2014
To the family of Father Hess ;
He was truly a servant of God and he will be missed pray the angles welcome him to paradise . You will be in our prayers during this difficult time
Dawn Rebollido
February 25, 2014
God bless everyone who ever knew Fr. Hess, with the peace of Christ, which is beyond all understanding. May we find comfort in knowing that he is home safely, and in the loving arms of his savior. We know that his life in not ended...just changed.
Anne DeGrasse
February 25, 2014
Anne DeGrasse
Deacon Dick Murtaugh
February 25, 2014
Dear Hess family. May our Beloved Fr Hess, Rest in Peace.
God Bless.
Patricia Mullin
February 25, 2014
It is with deep sadness that I heard of the death of Father Hess. Our family first met him at St. Thomas More in Allentown many years ago. He was especially kind and considerate to our two daughters who had cystic fibrosis. When our family took on the mission of co-founding Camelot for Children, Father Larry asked us if we would please use his birthday party as a fund-raiser for Camelot. When I learned of his death, I thought of the thousands of sick children who benefited from his kind gesture--and I smiled when I remembered the huge baseball theme birthday cake we all enjoyed. We were honored to meet his beautiful family. I know he was met in Heaven by so very many, many people and I picture him surrounded by all of our very special Camelot children who have gone on to Heaven before him. We will carry Father Larry in our hearts always. Thank you for sharing such a very special person with us. Our love and hugs and prayers are with you all.
Stanley Puwalski
February 25, 2014
I always enjoyed talking with Father Hess before 5:15 Mass on Saturday evening. We'd talk about Notre Dame football, my Phillies and his beloved Yankees. I appreciated him always asking about 'The Newlyweds', my daughter and son-in-law, even though it was more than 4 years since he celebrated that Nuptial Mass.
May he rest in eternal peace.
February 25, 2014
Deepest sympathy to his family. A very compassionate and gentle person. Lena S Easton
Robert Karotko
February 25, 2014
Bob and I had the blessing of being members of a parish in Bangor that Father led. He moved our hearts and souls with his inspirational messages. We have shared his prayer card with many family members over the years. May he now know God's eternal love. Bob and Carol Karotko
February 25, 2014
Condoences to the family fro a former college room mate. I continue to keep Father Larry in my prayers
Regards,
Mark De Nardo
Vicky Smith
February 25, 2014
Father Hess was one that if you met him you never forgot him. He always made you comfortable in his company. Rest in peace Father.
Connie Sigman
February 24, 2014
Our family is extremely sorry to hear of the passing of Father Larry Hess..a wonderful man..he taught my Three daughters at Notre Dame H.S., Easton, Pa. Father Hess served Mass at Our church too...I have his prayer card...I used often....I prayed it for him many a night...but he is with God...enjoying the Glory of Heaven...Eternal Life..We will always remember him...Family, we are sorry for your loss..
Matthew Rucinski
February 24, 2014
Truly will be missed ! We mourn when a brother is called home, but we must rejoice for in dying we are born into eternal life !!
Tom & Anne Lutz
February 24, 2014
Father Larry married us in 1993 after we met him when we were students and athletes at Muhlenberg College. Unfortunately, we have not spoken since 1999, but he has always had a lasting effect on our lives. We remember him as being an inspirational spiritual leader and a devoted fan.
Mary and Walt Witucki
February 24, 2014
My husband and I became friends with this extraordinary and fun -loving young priest soon after he came to his first assignment at St. Joseph's in Easton. We talked him into camping with us and running a whitewater river in Western PA. We kayaked and he rafted and I never had so much fun in my life. He was filled with the love of Jesus and it overflowed! We, who miss him, need his prayers now. Love to his family.
Joe & Carol Tiberii
February 24, 2014
Dear Mary and Family, Our deepest and most sincere sympathy of Fr. Larry's passing. We are comforted because we know that he is with Our Lord and Blessed Mother where there is no more suffering. We pray we all meet with him again when god calls us all home. He was a dear freind, my spiritual director for several years when he was in Allentown and spritual director & leader to the "CMOGN" (Catholic men of Good News). He will be deeply missed. With love, we ask Gods blessing on his soul and Gods peace to all of you.
February 24, 2014
Dear family of Father Hess, Besides his family, we who have known him have also mourned a loss. He was very special to us knowing him first when he was at Notre Dame H.S. In Easton with our son and at Kutztown with our daughter..We were blessed to have his friendship and the dinner visits to our home. Now he will continue his healing ministry from within the place God has prepared for him. He was loved and will be missed. God bless. Deacon John and Charlotte Hanni
Luella (Hess) Dreyer
February 24, 2014
Mary, Kathy and Mary Grace,
We send love and sympathy, thankful for fond memories of Fr Larry Joe over the years. What rejoicing there must be in heaven as he is welcomed home with "Well done".
Aunt Lou and Family
The Seal of God
Anthony Re
February 24, 2014
May God grant him rest and peace. God Bless, in Christ Jesus, our Lord and Teacher.
Stan & Donna Plesnarski
February 24, 2014
A great friend and wonderful priest. We are better people for having known him.
Trish Caufield
February 24, 2014
Fr.hess I didn't have the blessing of knowing you personally. One thing I learned over 15 years in the Allentown Diocese is that you were the HIPPIE priest, you had a healing ministry, and my husband met you on your cursillo weekend. Please continue to pray for those who still need your healing intercession. No one will be able to "fill" your spot on earth - perhaps your gifts will be passed on to another - all those touched by your love and healing and mercy will miss you very much......De Colores!
Mary Ellen Hay
February 23, 2014
To the Hess family
I an so sorry for the loss of your beloved Fr.Hess. He was a most kind, gentle and holy man. I say his prayer often. He is with God whom he adored throughout his life time.
Bill & Lorraine Williams
February 23, 2014
Dear Hess Family,
Our deepest sympathy and condolences for your loss. Father Hess was a great spiritual director for me and always an inspiration. I know he has gone to his eternal reward. My only consolation is that I don't have to call him or email him anymore to ask for his prayers. Now I can just ask him directly! He who came out of darkness into the wonderful light of Christ has led many others to this marvelous light.
Deacon Bill & Lorraine Williams
February 23, 2014
To the Hess Family and Parishioners of Saint Anthony Of Padua
I have never met Father Larry, in
person . I wish I could have met him in person. I was told a lot about him.
The gentleness , and kindness he had for and with everyone whom he came in contact with . He would be sorely missed
by all who knew and loved him . Rest In Peace Father . You are now with the Lord Thy God .
My thoughts and prayers are with you all
RoseMary Michelle Connors
Pottsville,
Pennsylvania
17901
Suzanne Koperna
February 23, 2014
Dear Gracious Mary,
I knew I knew this name,so i'm so glad I read the obit.From what you told me he sure was a fighter and god helped him through how many years,so he could continue doing God's work.May he have eternal rest.
February 23, 2014
To the Hess Family and the Parishioners Of Saint Anthony Of Padua . I have never personally met him , but, I have heard so many nice and wonderful things about him . I wish I had the chance and the opportunity to have met him . My thoughts and prayers are with all of
you .
RoseMary Michelle Connors
Pottsville,
Pennsylvania
17901
Karen Schmehl
February 23, 2014
I first got to know Fr. Hess when he wanted to start an alumni group at Chris House in Kutztown. We began a correspondence and I appreciated his guidance and wit. eventually I was able to meet him. I can not begin to imagine how many lives he touched through his priesthood. My prayers go out to all who loved him.
Debbie & Bob Ciervo
February 23, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to the Hess Family on your loss.Fr.Larry was a fellow classmate and a friend.May God Bless all of you and give you peace & comfort.
Debbie & Bob Ciervo
Karen Neglia
February 23, 2014
Thank you Father Hess for not only showing us the face of our Lord, but for being his hands and spirit to so many of us. May God have mercy on your beautiful soul. May your family find peace in knowing you are in the loving arms of our Lord.
An Old Friend
February 23, 2014
My fondest memory of Fr Larry goes back nearly 40 years before he was a priest. He was just barely out of college, and was a member of The Children of Joy (a charismatic community in Allentown). At a Thurs night meeting he stood up and humbly announced to all that he had made his decision to enter the seminary and become a priest. He had such a contented look on his face and it was so obvious that he made the right decision. Little did we know how right it was and how many lives would benefit from his dedication to all.
Danita and Rich Laskowski
February 23, 2014
We go to know Fr Hess when our son Paul, lived at Christopher House at Kutztown U. Fr Had a great sense of humor, and gave great example off holiness. He suffered much on this earth but that gave him a special empathy for others who suffered. He was a blessing to all of us and we cherish knowing him.
Donna Conkey
February 23, 2014
Dear Hess a Family,
My dearest sympathies to all of you. Father Hess was always kind and giving of his time. I so appreciated the lessons he taught when I was involved in the youth group that he lead. As an adult I look back at those lessons with much gratitude. May Our Dear Lord Jesus receive him into His loving arms.
Rejean Huot
February 23, 2014
Father Hess was an extraordinary man. I've always enjoyed his company n teaching. Fun man to be with. We go back in 1981-84 at Notre Dame High School in Bethlehem Twp. PA. I'll see you again Father Hess. Our sympathy goes out to the family.
February 23, 2014
Dear Hess Family,
Fr. Larry was a kind and loving priest.
We knew him from St.Thomas More Parish in Allentown. We are sure he is in the loving arms of Jesus. Our deepest sympathy. Frank and Rita McCullough
Oscar and Linda Tuason
February 23, 2014
To Mary, Cathy, Mary Grace and family,
Oscar and I would like to express our sincere condolence at the passing away of Fr. Hess. We will truly miss him. He has been an influence in our lives. Now he is with The Lord whom He truly loves.
Oscar And Linda Tuason (Cebu, Philippines)
Bill Shalter
February 23, 2014
Eternal Rest Grant Unto Him
Debbie Silvestri-Langen
February 23, 2014
Thinking back, I realize Father Hess left a positive impact on so many years ago. Sometimes you don't realize things like that until many years later or upon someone's passing.
I belonged to St. Anthony's in Easton, and also attended Mass at St. Mary's Chapel during his time in Easton. I believe I first met him on a Notre Dame High School retreat, when I remember one of my friends saying "this guy looks like Mick Jagger!"
It's obvious how many lives he has touched through his ministry and I've enjoyed reading up on him and learning more about him the wonderful work he did during his lifetime. I'm looking forward to listening to some of his CD's now that I know they are available.
I can only imagine the colorful memories his family and close friends have of this charismatic person.
Thank you, Father Hess for all your hard work while on earth.
My sympathy to the Hess family.
February 23, 2014
May God hold Fr. Hess in his arms and thank him for his devoted life - We shall truly miss his presence here but are grateful for having known and loved him. The Reidnauer's
Diane and Michael Rice
February 23, 2014
To the family of Fr. Larry,
I have attended his Healing Masses for at least 20 years. I feel blessed to have gotten to enjoy his special gift of Irish wit through all those experiences. I always felt that the healing began with the laughter his wry commentary evoked... and, he was also a very holy priest - quite a gift to our entire diocese and elsewhere, to all who encountered him in one way or another. Thank you, his mother, sisters, nieces and nephews for sharing him with all of us. We will continue to pray for him and all of you.
Jane Ennico
February 23, 2014
Dear Hess Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Father Hess. What a wonderful man! He did so much for our family! He will be missed, but I'm sure he has a very special place in heaven!
February 23, 2014
Dear Hess Family,
Deepest sympathy to each of you on the recent death of your loved priest son/brother/uncle/great uncle.
I became acquainted with Father Hess through the "Heavenly Father" cards first given to me when Mrs. Mary Hess was visiting with her daughter, Cathy, in South Carolina. Grandma would give me copies of the cards on her arrival at the 12:10 Holy Mass at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, in Mauldin, South Carolina, where I was visiting my priest brother, Father Howard Coughlin, the pastor. I have circulated thousands of the cards over these past 20 or so years. I have been communicating with Mary and Cathy, and in the past two years Father has responded to my Christmas messages to him. I have never met him, but God has certainly done much through him. May Father now be enjoying the Eternal Embrace of our Triune God.
Loving prayers and support to all in the family,
Sister Marian Coughlin, SND
Chardon, OH 44024-9337
Susan Puwalski Marsh
February 23, 2014
To The Hess Family,
My husband and I had the privilege of getting to know Father Hess during our PreCana classes with him shortly after he was named Pastor at St Anthony's. We had the opportunity to get to know a kind, gentle man with a great sense of humor. He knew my moving to Phoenixville and leaving St Anthony's would be difficult but he encouraged us that we would find the right parish and we did. I'm grateful he came into our lives...
May the angels now lead him into Paradise. God Bless you, Father Hess!!
Holly Wolf
February 23, 2014
Mrs. Hess, Kathy and Mary Grace,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We all have fond memories of "Larry Joe" on Melrose Avenue and then we're inspired and touched by his healing ministry.
May you have peace in the days ahead,
The Gensemer's
Sam Gensemer
Holly Gensemer Wolf
Heather Gensemer McHale
Hugh Gensemer
Krista Cantrell Brennan
February 23, 2014
Father Hess made high school memorable at Notre Dame! Bless you father Hass!
John Radicone
February 23, 2014
Dear Hess family-especially mom Hess.
I knew of Fr Hess when I was a member of St Catherine's but really got to know him when my son went to Kutztown U. I attended many services of his and my son lived in Christoher House for 2 years. He was a great and guiding influence to my son and I depeatly appricated it. I lobed his titled homilies. He is probilibly giving these in heaven. God bless his soul and eternal rest grant unto him oh Lord.
Fred & Betty Ann Ganssle
February 23, 2014
To Father Larry's family and friends
We were one of the first parishioners to greet him at St. Joseph's in Easton. He was a frequent visitor to our home - he loved our popcorn and steak sandwiches. If you find a key on his ring that you can't identify, it is probably to our old home. May God grant Him Eternal Rest and let perpetual light shine upon him!
Please accept our sincerest condolences.
Fred & Betty Ann Ganssle
Clovis, Ca
Maria Kreider
February 23, 2014
Mary Grace......I was saddened to hear the news about your brother. You always spoke so lovingly of him, and I would enjoy hearing your funny stories about his latest "escapade"......I know how close you were and what a beloved son, brother and uncle he was. I'm so sorry for your loss.
February 23, 2014
RIP Dear Fr. Larry, My condolences to your dear family , Mary Grace special Huggs...He will be dearly missed. The heavens received another angel, He is in good company~ Debi Milanek
Mary & Wayne Hedrick
February 23, 2014
May the Lord, Jesus, hold you in His arms forever.
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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