Donald N. Hess Obituary (1946 - 2021)

Donald N. Hess, age 74, of Erie, passed away at St. Mary's Home of Erie on Friday, January 1, 2021. He was born in Erie on March 18, 1946, son of the late Richard and Shirley Hess. Don graduated from Gannon College with a Master's Degree in Psychology. He was devout catholic and longtime member of St. George R.C. Church. Attending mass daily was an important part of his life. Don loved to read. His library was filled with hundreds of books on religion and philosophy. Don was deeply involved in the family business, managing Travelers Restaurant and Motel. For many years, he volunteered at the Emmaus Soup Kitchen, and was a regular mall walker. Don is survived by his brother, David Hess; his sister, Judy Chiamardas (James); and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Richard and Ronald Hess. At the family's request, a private interment was held at Trinity Cemetery. The Dusckas Funeral Home, Inc., 2607 Buffalo Rd., is handling arrangements.