Celebrating the life of
Walter E. Hess, II
January 16, 1937 - December 24, 2011
Walter E. Hess, II
Walter E. Hess, II passed away on Saturday, December 24, 2011 at his home in Savannah, GA after a long illness. He is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Helen Hess, his 3 daughters, Julie Farnham Stuart of Colorado Springs, CO, Laura Ubben Jeff of San Francisco, CA, Jennifer Hess of New York, NY and 6 grandchildren Benjamin, Nathaniel, Charlotte, Elizabeth, Josephine, and Theo. Born in Harrisburg, PA he was the son of Walter E. Hess and Katherine Hess. He attended the St. Alban's School in Washington, DC where he sang in the National Cathedral Choir. He was a graduate of Duke University in Durham, NC where he met and fell in love with Helen. Two of his daughters, Julie and Laura also met and married their spouses at Duke. His first job was with the Marriott Corporation in Bethesda, MD. Wally learned the value of great customer service at Marriott, which served him well in a hugely successful career in sales. He was the New York City territory representative in commemorative award sales for Balfour and the Robbins Company for 20 years, retiring in 2002. His clients included, the New York Yankees, Mets, Jets and Giants, the NBA, AT&T, Prudential and the US Olympic Committee, among others. Wally wore a World Series ring and, at 6 foot 4 inches tall, could easily be mistaken for a professional ballplayer. He loved the outdoors, rising early to spend the whole day on his well manicured property in Darien, CT. When not pruning, he was outside playing tennis, golf or skiing on Bromley Mountain in Vermont. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
A Memorial Service is planned for 11:00 a.m., January 14, 2012 at St. Peter's Episcopal Church on Skidaway Island.
In lieu of flowers please consider donations to: Hospice Savannah, P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416
Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
Dear, dear Helen -- wish they had an address for you instead of the medium I'm using -- but the memories of Ridge Acres/Richmond Drive/parties at your house/you playing guitar/Wally always proud as punch of you -- surround all of us who know you. Very sorry to learn of your loss and know you are blessed with the love of many friends and family. Hugs to you -- and my sympathy. xx martha 'dostal' hathaway
- martha hathaway, Norwalk, CT
Helen and Family We were sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. I have many fond memories of working for Mr. Hess at Balfour. Fondly, Carol & Ed Bridges
- Carolann Bridges, Palatine, IL
Mrs Hess, me and everyone at P&P Services are sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family.
- paul holmes, savannah, GA
Mrs Hess and family, We just heard the news and so sorry to hear about Mr Hess. My mother was so upset to hear. Our deepest sympathies are with you. Angela Colaluca and Maria Tamburro and family
- Angela Colaluca, Norwalk,, CT
Mrs Hess and family, We just heard the news and we are so sorry. Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. My mother was very upset to hear about Mr. Hess' passing. Angela Colaluca, Maria Tamburro and family
- Angela Colaluca, Norwalk, CT
Dear Helen, We are so sorry to hear of Wally's passing. We know that it has been a difficult time, but now he is at peace. Please know we are here for you. Linda and Gordon
- Linda and Gordon Powers, Savannah, GA
Dear Helen, Gary and I are saddened to hear of Wally's passing. I treasure the memories of you all on Post Oak Road and think of those times often! Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs! Joanne
- Joanne Slaughter, Nashville, TN
Dear, dear Helen -- wish they had an address for you instead of the medium I'm using -- but the memories of Ridge Acres/Richmond Drive/parties at your house/you playing guitar/Wally always proud as punch of you -- surround all of us who know you. Very sorry to learn of your loss and know you are blessed with the love of many friends and family. Hugs to you -- and my sympathy. xx martha 'dostal' hathaway
- martha hathaway, Norwalk, CT
Helen and Family We were sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. I have many fond memories of working for Mr. Hess at Balfour. Fondly, Carol & Ed Bridges
- Carolann Bridges, Palatine, IL
Mrs Hess, me and everyone at P&P Services are sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family.
- paul holmes, savannah, GA
Mrs Hess and family, We just heard the news and so sorry to hear about Mr Hess. My mother was so upset to hear. Our deepest sympathies are with you. Angela Colaluca and Maria Tamburro and family
- Angela Colaluca, Norwalk,, CT
Mrs Hess and family, We just heard the news and we are so sorry. Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. My mother was very upset to hear about Mr. Hess' passing. Angela Colaluca, Maria Tamburro and family
- Angela Colaluca, Norwalk, CT
Dear Helen, We are so sorry to hear of Wally's passing. We know that it has been a difficult time, but now he is at peace. Please know we are here for you. Linda and Gordon
- Linda and Gordon Powers, Savannah, GA
Dear Helen, Gary and I are saddened to hear of Wally's passing. I treasure the memories of you all on Post Oak Road and think of those times often! Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs! Joanne
- Joanne Slaughter, Nashville, TN
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
