Virgil "Junior" Hess
October 12, 2010
Virgil Hess, 80, passed away peacefully Tuesday, October 12, 2010, at Mercy Hospice in Johnston. He was born April 16, 1930, in Williams, Iowa to Virgil and Frances Hess. Virgil was a graduate of Dows High School. He worked for Northland Dairy, Corwin Cleaners and Bambino’s Restaurant in Des Moines. Virgil also owned and operated Fence Masters of Iowa from 1973 to 1999.
He was an avid fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes and Chicago Cubs. Virgil enjoyed fishing at Leech Lake in Minnesota, camping, woodworking, attending his grandchildren’s sporting events, going to auctions, garage sales, and celebrating Christmas Eve with his family.
Virgil is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Linda; daughters, Teri Berglund of Ankeny, Kathy Miller (Larry) of Ft. Dodge, and Jody Johnson (Larry) of Ankeny; grandchildren, Chad Berglund (Daeneile), Amber Medici (Mike), Todd Miller (Jonnell), Nathan Miller (Denise), Mathew, Ashley, and Cody Johnson; eight great-grandchildren; brothers, Robert Hess (Julia) of Iowa Falls, and Richard Hess (Mary Lou) of North Ft. Myers, Florida; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and beloved friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Margaret Gardalen; and brother, James Hess.
A memorial service will be 12 p.m., Friday, October 15, 2010, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue, Des Moines, with burial at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Mercy Hospice in Johnston – 5820 Winwood Drive, Johnston, Iowa 50131, or to Hope Lutheran Church – 3857 E 42nd Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50317, in loving memory of Virgil Hess.
Online condolences to:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Mickie Hess
10/15/2010
Aunt Linda, Teri, Kathy & Jody: What can I say that you don't already know. Uncle Jr. was a handsome, compassionate, loving husband/father who adored life especially with his family; you could see that at his 80th birthday party. (Which I'm very thankful I was able to attend!!)
Hold on to your memories, they'll make you laugh and cry and that's ok; he will always remain in your hearts!! I have my own memories with him that I'll cherish forever - he was The Best!!
Wish I could have been there this week but please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
I love you ALL soo much, your niece and cousin, Mickie
Marge Clingan
10/15/2010
Virg will be missed and remembered by many; some of my memories are of the
the 8 person - 2 table - card parties and the "Investment Club" with a lot of
good memories and some good laughs. There were good times...hold on to the memories.
Cathy Beck
10/15/2010
Teri and Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. He was a great man and so full of life. Cherish all of the good memories you have had. I will keep all of you in my prayers. Cathy Beck
Mat Johnson
10/14/2010
Hey Gramps,
Wanted to let you know that I already miss you way to much. Thank you for everything you have taught me and for all of the memories. You will always be in my heart, my thoughts, and my prayers. Everytime I play a game of cribbage or Rummy i will think of times spent with you and Grandma. Thank you for all of the fishing trips that you and Grandma have taken me on and for giving me my first tackel box. you were an amazing Grandfather and Friend,
Thank you and Love,
Mat Johnson
Carmeline Murphy
10/13/2010
Teri, Amber and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you in the time of your sorrow. He is in a much better place and is no longer suffering. Although it is hard to loose a loved one, keep all the momories that you have and cherish every last one. May god watch over you and your families thru the coming days. God Bless!
Sue Ann
10/13/2010
Kathy so sorry to hear about your dad. You guys have been through so much the last few months. I probably will not be able to make it to the service, but just wanted to let you know I am thinking of you.
Love Sue Ann