He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Josephine Hess, his sister, Geraldine Hess, and his brother, Dennis Hess.
Joe is survived by his sisters, Christine Marych (William), and Francine Montgomery (William). He also leaves behind his nieces, Mary Lelli (John) and Kathleen Rozecki (Eric), nephews, William Marych, III (Kate) and Liam Montgomery as well as three grandnieces, Sadie and Hazel Marych and Ramona Rozecki.
Joe served in the U.S. Navy from 1981 to 1985 on the U.S.S. Comte de Grasse. After his discharge and living in Philadelphia, he worked for the U.S. Postal Service and the PA State Wine and Spirits Stores.
A funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, September 7, 2024 at St. Matthew Roman Catholic Church, 3000 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19149 at 10:30 AM (visitation at 10:00 AM). Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the Sisters of Saints Cyril and Methodius, Mission Advancement Office, 1002 Railroad Street, Danville, PA 17815.
