Died peacefully in his home of 61 years on Wednesday, April 17, 2013. Born to Andreas and Rosina Hess in Ashley, North Dakota on February 22, 1921, he was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church. Alfred served bravely in battle as a paratrooper during WWII, experiencing both the Battle of the Bulge and D Day. In 1943, he Married Fronia Perkins, who preceded him in death as did their oldest son, Robert Hess. He is survived by daughter Janet (Tony) and son Russell (Krista), five grandchildren, 2 step grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Alfred worked 35 years for Wyman's Fabrics and enjoyed many activities during his lifetime including many rounds of golf with the Cordova Men's Club and 49er Club. Alfred will be missed by his family and all who knew him. We thank God for the everlasting life Christ has given him (John 11:25-26). Graveside services will be held April 22 at 11:00am at East Lawn Southgate.
Published in The Sacramento Bee on April 19, 2013
Died peacefully in his home of 61 years on Wednesday, April 17, 2013. Born to Andreas and Rosina Hess in Ashley, North Dakota on February 22, 1921, he was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church. Alfred served bravely in battle as a paratrooper during WWII, experiencing both the Battle of the Bulge and D Day. In 1943, he Married Fronia Perkins, who preceded him in death as did their oldest son, Robert Hess. He is survived by daughter Janet (Tony) and son Russell (Krista), five grandchildren, 2 step grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Alfred worked 35 years for Wyman's Fabrics and enjoyed many activities during his lifetime including many rounds of golf with the Cordova Men's Club and 49er Club. Alfred will be missed by his family and all who knew him. We thank God for the everlasting life Christ has given him (John 11:25-26). Graveside services will be held April 22 at 11:00am at East Lawn Southgate.
Published in The Sacramento Bee on April 19, 2013
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