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Winfred “Junior” L. Hess, Jr

Date of Death: March 24, 2015

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Monday 3/30, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Tuesday 3/31, 11:00 am

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Mt. Hebron Cemetery
305 E Boscawen St
Winchester, VA 22601
Tuesday 3/31

Winfred Leroy “Junior” Hess, Jr., 81, of Frederick County, Virginia, died Tuesday, March 24, 2015, at his home surrounded by his loving family and friends.

 

         Mr. Hess was born on April 24, 1933, in Luray, Virginia, the son of the late Winfred L. and Valley Mae Hess, Sr.  He attended Handley High School.  Mr. Hess was a Veteran having served in the United States Air Force.  He was the owner and operator of several businesses early in his career. However, he was best known as the owner and operator of Hess Family Auto Center in Winchester (originally Hess Auto Sales), which he operated for over 50 years. Junior loved the car business and his legacy will carry on through his children and grandchildren. He was also an independent race horse ownerand was passionate about watching his horses run. He was a member of Market Street United Methodist Church in Winchester.

 

         He married the love of his life, Betty Jean Keiter, on April 16, 1952, in Winchester, VA. She remained a loving and faithful wife, and is commended for providing exceptional care for Junior so that he could remain at their residence in a comfortable and loving environment.

 

         Surviving with his wife is his daughter, Debra Hess Bower and husband, Randall; son, David Alan Hess and wife, Darlene, all of Winchester; grandchildren, Ian Weir, Trevor Weir, Shannon Kellas and Davey Hess; great granddaughter, Hannah-Bell Pugh; and brother, James “Max” Hess and wife, Eleanor, of Winchester.

 

         The family will receive friends on Monday, March 30, 2015 evening from 6pm to 8pm at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel.

 

         A funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 am on Tuesday at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel with Reverend Robert M. Throckmorton and Reverend Eric Song officiating.  Interment will be in Mount Hebron Cemetery, Winchester, Virginia.

 

         Pallbearers will be Ian Weir, Trevor Weir, Davey Hess, Donald Stump, Larry Holliday, Dave Snyder, Gary Grim and Steve Sale.  Honorary Pallbearers will be Jerry Keckley, Bobby Ryan, John Ryan and Frank Snapp.

 

         Memorial contributions may be made to Market Street United Methodist Church, Budget Fund, 131 South Cameron Street, Winchester, Virginia, 22601 or Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 West Cork Street, Suite 405, Winchester, Virginia 22601.

        

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Visitation
Location Not Available
Monday 3/30, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Location Not Available
Tuesday 3/31, 11:00 am
Cemetery
Mt. Hebron Cemetery
305 E Boscawen St
Winchester, VA 22601
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Tuesday 3/31

Winfred Leroy “Junior” Hess, Jr., 81, of Frederick County, Virginia, died Tuesday, March 24, 2015, at his home surrounded by his loving family and friends.            Mr. Hess was born on April 24, 1933, in Luray, Virginia, the son of the late Winfred L. and Valley Mae Hess, Sr.  He attended Handley High School. Continue Reading

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Carla Carlisle Ramseier left a message on March 25, 2015:
Dear Betty, Debra, & David, May if comfort you to remember that the gifts Junior brought into the world will never be lost; filled with moments sweet and sad, with smiles and sometimes tears, and good times shared and laughter through the years. My deepest sympathy, Carla Carlisle Ramseier
Lana Pate left a message on March 25, 2015:
I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers goes out to your family. I have been told he was a great person and may he rest in peace. Darlene is my cousin and such a loving and caring person. Lanna Pate
Timmy,Renee, & Taylor Weir left a message on March 27, 2015:
Betty,Debbie,David, Ian, Trevor, & family; We are so sorrry to hear of the passing of Junior. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Wrennie Weir left a message on March 27, 2015:
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Junior. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Merle & Dale Kerns left a message on March 27, 2015:
Dear Betty and family, Our heartfelt prayers and sympathy is extended to you during this difficult time, Please know Jr. is in the loving arms of Jesus and Jesus will comfort you in the days ahead. Praying for you. Merle & Dale
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Mr. and Mrs. Robert Dovel left a message on March 27, 2015:
Dear Betty and family, Please accept our most sincere condolences on the loss of Junior. We enjoyed meeting him and spending time with both of you at the Alpha Omega social functions. I know he will missed by many people and remain in your heart and the hearts of your children and grandchildren forever. Love and prayers, Joy and Bobby
Charles & Deloris Hausenfluck left a message on March 28, 2015:
Betty and Family, We are both sorry to hear of Junior's passing, but he was wearing out the last several times we saw him. Charles was so pleased that Junior remembered him. Betty you gave him your ALL as his caregiver, with patience and courage you continued on the journey. Charles goes back to the early 60's working for Junior on Berryville Ave. He often talked about those days and was much appreciated by the way he was treated by Junior and you. May God hold each of you in the palm of his hand during this sad time and in the days ahead.. God Bless, Charles and Deloris
Pam Guy left a message on March 28, 2015:
So very sorry for your loss. Prayers to your family. Godspeed to Jr. He meant alot to my dad, Artie Kiracofe, and many others.
Punchy Bromley left a message on March 28, 2015:
Debbie and David, thinking of you in this time of sorrow
stuart reedy left a message on March 28, 2015:
Worked for him at 14 years old and up until I was 17 or so. Taught me a lot about life. He was a good man.
Gary and Gloria Haines left a message on March 28, 2015:
Betty, Debbie and Dave, so very sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers. I think what we can cling to for comfort is knowing" He is safely home with God."
Steve Denney left a message on March 29, 2015:
Betty, Debbie & David, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Jr was a great friend, and we had a lot of good laughs. I will always remember our "weekly" meetings! Steve & Janie
Steve Denney left a message on March 29, 2015:
Betty,Debbie & David - Out thoughts and prayers are with you. Jr was a great friend, and I will always have our memories of our "weekly" meetings. Steve & Janie
larry and betsy whitehead left a message on March 30, 2015:
betty and family we are sorry for your loss.We realize how difficult things have been.Our thougts are with you.
The Shiben Family left a message on March 31, 2015:
Miss Betty and the entire Hess family. Our deepest deepest sympathies and most heart felt condolences to you all. Junior was a good man and we will miss him dearly. He is now closer to you than your own hearts - wrap yourselves in the sweet memories of your time with him. You all are in our prayers and thoughts. Miss Betty you know where we are if you need anything. -the Shibens
Leigh Ridgeway McGill left a message on March 31, 2015:
Betty, Debbie and David, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Omps Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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