Dennis Ray Hess

Dennis Ray Hess, age 70, of Buncombe, Illinois, passed away on Friday, August 27, 2021 at Carbondale Memorial Hospital. He was born on June 18, 1951 in Mt. Vernon to Stanley and Beulah (Pitchford) Hess. He married Debra (Birkhead) Hess on June 16, 2007. Dennis graduated from Carterville High School in 1969. After high school, he attended John A. Logan and received his degree in Electronic Technology. He worked for over 30 years in the coalmine industry, and retired from Local 318 Operators Union. Dennis was of the Christian faith, and a member of New Hope Baptist Church. He loved spending time riding his motorcycle, fishing, hunting, and mostly enjoyed spending time with his family. All who knew Dennis knew his favorite past time was his unforgettable story telling. While Dennis will be sadly missed, he will live on in the hearts of all who loved him and fondly remembered for all of his countless acts of loving generosity. Survivors include his wife, Debra Kay (Birkhead) Hess; five children, Todd (Fawn) Hess of Colorado, Amanda (Ryan) Filson of Anna, Ryan Hess of Florida, Rebecca Kohler of Anna, and Lottie (Mark) Smith of Anna; several grandchildren, Bryon Hess, Lauren Hess, Austin Filson, Garrett Filson, Kinley Hess, Mina Hess, Jeffery Campbell, Emma Kohler, Jaida Smith, and Kaylee Smith; three great-grandchildren, Aidan Hess, Braxton Hess, and Colson Hess; six siblings, Stan (Derinda) Hess of Linden, Tennessee, James (Shannon) Hess of Thompsonville, Illinois, Brenda (Walter) Hill of Bonnie, Illinois, Karen (Frankie) Chamness of Sesser, Illinois, Gayla (Richard) McDaniel of Mattoon, Illinois, and Lisa (Ronnie) Boston of Eldorado, Illinois; and many other nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives. Dennis was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, David Hess and Steven Hess; two sisters Judith Throgmorton and Patricia Boston Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 14, 2021 from 5:00-7:00 pm at Crain Funeral Home in Anna. The funeral service will be on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at 10:00 am at the funeral home. Burial will immediately follow the funeral service at McGinnis Cemetery in Anna. Memorials can be made to McGinnis Cemetery and envelopes will be provided by the funeral home. Crain Funeral Home in Anna-Jonesboro is entrusted with arrangements.

Dennis Ray Hess

June 18, 1951 - August 27, 2021