4800 E Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85018
HESS, DALE HARLAN JR
Dale Harlan Hess, Jr. a loving and caring soul was called home by his Creator far too soon. Though his path was brief, he built, nurtured, comforted, and created everlasting friendships. Junior moved from his hometown of Wilson, NY to Phoenix, AZ in August 2005.
He graduated from La Joya Community High School (Avondale) in 2009, then Arizona State University in 2014, with a Bachelor of Science in Communications. He joined Mass Mutual Financial Group after graduation, attaining Registered Life Insurance Supervisor. Little Dale would never fail in making everyone laugh with his quick wit. Junior embraced and enjoyed life.
He was always up for trying new adventures; hiking, golf, folk guitar, camping, riding motorcycles, target shooting, and enjoying the company of his friends and family. He loved computers, and gaming, and reading his Kindle. Dale was most excited with ordering from Amazon.com. He was a curious individual that loved learning and having a wide knowledge of many subjects. His kindness, selfless generosity, and eagerness to help were cherished gifts he’ll be revered for.
Dale Jr. is survived by his parents Dale Harlan Hess Sr. and Linda Marie Hess (Wrench), sister Lyndsay Ann Hess; grandmothers Myrna Powless (General) and Rita Wrench (Tedesco); cousins: Andrew, Kristen, and Douglas Hartman; Anthony Ricciardi; Samantha and Shelby Veihdeffer; Charlotte and Emily Swendsen; Michael and Charlie Black; John Wrench, Stephanie Griffin, Dominic Messina; Maysa and Jackson Harvill. Dale was excited at becoming an Uncle in July.
Dale Jr. was loved by many and leaves many more to mourn him including loving aunts, uncles, great-aunts and great-uncles. His enduring friendships of Alex Ortiz, Charley Neely, Joel Watson, Benny Carillos, Andy Sabey, Matt Mojeski, Dan Allen, and other friends in New York and Arizona.
We shall always be together in love.
Services will be held at 2:00pm, Sunday, May 7, 2017 with a 4:00pm Prayer and Reflection at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix.
A Celebration of Dale’s Life will be held in New York at a later date.
Dale and Linda you loss hurts me also. Jr always had a great comeback to the silly comments I made when we did Friday night dinners get togethers.. I will always remember those fun times. My heart is with his sister, because he would have been a great uncle to your baby. Jr nicknamed my baby dog “sausage ” and I still call Casey by that name. Rest In Peace my friend, will miss you.
We are heartbroken at the loss of Dale, Jr. from all of our lives. We will continue to pray for strength for the family to get through this difficult time and wish we could be with you.
I’m am sad for the Hess family. I’ve only known Jr for a hand full of years. It was always great to see him and Dale Sr. My condolences for the family.
My wife Judy and I were the first couple to be married by this wonderful young man that I watched grow up. Lord I know not why you take the good ones but you definitely took from us an angel walking this earth. Dale sr, Linda, Lindsay and all other family and friends I give my deepest condolences and pray for all of us to get through this with some ease. Remember Dale jr’s smile!!! That helps a bit!! Love you all
Having met “The Dales”, as my son and others fondly called Sr and Jr, when my grandson and Jr were in school in Avondale, I saw this dear young boy turn into a wonderful young man. Watching Dale and his dad over the years was such a joy. Not only were they father and son, but best friends. How blessed they were to share this love as they did. Having just met the family a couple days ago, it was very clear how much he loved and was loved by all. My heartfelt condolences to all of you. And, my prayers that your broken hearts will mend just knowing that the Lord must have needed him to do some mighty powerful work “up there”. He’s now your very special angel and still loving you and waiting to meet you all again. God bless.
Our hearts ache for you all. Losing your son is a shock, and pain that never leaves you. God be with you all, in our prayers. We love you, fly high Dale Jr. ,see you on the other side. You are in great company up there!
Mike, Cindy Harris
Dale was a fine young man. He was smart, courteous, and a gentleman. He was always welcome at our home. He was a great friend to our son. Matt. A person that departs from this earth never truly leaves. They are still alive in our hearts and minds. Rest In Peace Dale
Dale ,Linda and family my prayers and thoughts are with you through this difficult time.
Linda, Dale & Lyndsay
We don’t understand how, we don’t understand why this tragedy befell you. A piece was torn from us Saturday as a light was extinguished within you. We’re full of grief over the sudden unexpected loss of your son and brother. And, fearful for the pain you’ll endure for some time to come. Junior will be missed in the flesh and his life will be rejoiced amongst us all as he will touch us in our hearts and thoughts in our lives. Junior sits at the right hand of the Father but he’ll always walk with us as we walk together …sometimes only seeing one set of footprints.
Dale I’m so sorry for your loss. It must be that God had bigger plans for Dale Jr. up in heaven. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
I am so sorry. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Our prayers going out to Dale Sr Linda and Lindsey, we love you all, rest in paradise Dale, your Wilson family.. Pat, Andrew, Trisha, Adam, Heather Danielewicz, and the DUXBURY family..
We are shocked and saddened by this terrible news. We cannot fathom losing a child. The Regular family and friends all send out deepest regrets and condolences from Canada. Our hearts are heavy with sadness. We send our love and hugs. Millicent and Terry D’Aguiar.
Linda and family ,
I can’t even begin to imagine what you are going through … I’m so very sorry to hear about the loss of your beautiful son .
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers!
Love you ,
Michele
To correct the previous missive.
We are shocked and saddened by this terrible news. We cannot fathom losing a child. The D’Aguiar family and friends all send our deepest regrets and condolences from Canada. Our hearts are heavy with sadness. We send our love and hugs. Millicent and Terry D’Aguiar.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dale and Linda,
Your life must be turned upside down and it doesn’t seem fair. Just know little Dale is in a better place and one day you will be together again. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and you have our condolences. Michael, Ronda, Skylar, Robert and Katrina.
I’m so so sorry my cousins. I have been sharing stories of Dale Jr’s character with my children. And while it’s been a long time since I’ve seen him, I feel like I remember him so well. I feel so blessed that in just the brief time I spent with him, I knew he was special. I pray for peace for you, Linda, Dale, Lindsey, and Aunt Rita (especially), until the time that you will walk with him again. I love you all and am praying for you.
My condolences to the family & friends. May our wonderful Lord Yahweh give u the strength & courage to endure this very long & hard road. Stay strong, united & always communicate with one another for that strength.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
and your family and friends.
Todd and Pam Serianni
My heart is breaking for your family. Dale was truly a wonderful man. He went to high school with my daughter and later helped my family and I move from Avondale to Tucson. Dale was such a funny guy and good spirited person. I will never forget him.
Dale, Linda and Lyndsay.
Words cannot express our sorrow on the loss of Dale jr. He was taken far too soon. You are in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time.
Karl.
Our entire family and friends are heart-broken that my wonderful grand nephew’s time on earth was so brief; however, it was certainly powerful, as he was loved and respected by so many. He left his mark on us all with his loving behaviors–those will remain in our hearts over time. Dearest family, you know that I understand the immensity of your loss, and I will be praying for you all that God eases the pain. I wish I could be there with you all, but know I am thinking of you so often and have my mind around you all. After Mikie died, one of the things we used to think about and say was , “The depth of our mourning and pain was a measure of how much he was loved. ” Dale leaves us to emulate all of the wonderful ways in which he chose to live his life on earth. His place in heaven is certainly secure. With all my love and prayers, Auntie Gail (Wrench) Cristofaro
Dearest Linda, Dale and Lindsey. Our heartfelt sympathies, sadness and love are with you during these difficult days. Cherish your memories and know your family from far and wide shall hold his memory with gentle love.
Cousin Mary Ellen Wells Garland
Although it has been many years since I have seen you, Dale and Linda, I will never forget the friendship we once shared or the love you showed your children. My heart hurts for all of you and your loss. You are in my prayers.
Dear Family,
Words cannot express your loss. I pray for you. I respect you. I understand why the unbelievable questions why? Dale was a great young man.
My memories of Dale were many, especially when he helped us move. He was so dedicated to his tasks , and did we have a few laughs. We certainly have a life experience at Warehouse 137.
I’m sorry that I cannot attend the service on Sunday. I want to extend my love, my sincerst sympathy, and my belief that Dale is with Jesus and God for all eternity.
Love in Christ,
Thoughts and prayers to you Dale Sr. And your family So Sorry for loss ,,, Bob, Penny, Janice, Sandra, Patricia, The Varneys from Roosevelt Beach Wilson NY,,,( Amber Rose Lively daughter of Sandra , sends her prayers to Lyndsey ,,,They where in the same grade at Wilson School NY
Although I have not seen dale in years I remember him dearly. Sorry for your loss and have you in my prayers.
I am so sorry for your loss. Kathy contacted me yesterday to break the news. My heart is breaking. I am flooded with memories of you and the kids in the office and at the college events. All such good memories that I hope are of comfort to you now. Please let me know if you need anything back here in WNY. We all love you.
Dale sr and Linda words cannot begin to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. We are not suppose to bury our children they are suppose to bury us. You will be in my prayers during this difacult time god bless you and your family