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Emil Hess Obituary

Hess, Emil L. age 62, suddenly, Div Chief, Evergreen Park Fire Dept., beloved husband of Elaine (nee Johandes), loving father of Amy Lynn (Tom) Fischl and Michael J. Hess, dear brother of Judy (Ray) Bratton, Susan (Rich) Wilson and Edward (Roxanne) Gogola, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Thursday,. 9:15 a.m., from Beverly Ridge Funeral Home, 10415 S. Kedzie Ave., to St. Bernadette Church. Mass 10 a.m. Interment private. Employee of the Village of Evergreen Park. Visitation Tuesday only, 3 to 9 p.m. 773- 779-4411 Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 24, 2002.

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Bobbie Vizza

January 23, 2003

Emil became a "friend" to me as soon as I started working with him. He made me feel as if I had known him forever. He would often share stores about his family and travels with me. I so miss his daily greeting of "hello dear". He was a wonderful person and is missed everyday. My prayers are with his family.

Bobbie Vizza

JASON DUGGER

January 22, 2003

DEAR ELAINE, AMY, MICHAEL



I HAD THE HONOR TO NOT ONLY MEET EMIL, BUT WORK WITH HIM ALSO. HE WOULD LIGHT UP A ROOM WITH HIS CHEERFUL ATTITUDE. HE WOULD ALWAYS ASK HOW YOUR DAY IS GOING, AND HOW WAS THE WEEKEND, AND HE REALLY CARED AND WANTED TO HEAR ABOUT IT. NO MATTER HOW BAD A DAY WAS GOING, OR IF THE WEATHER WAS AT ITS WORST, "MICHAEL SAID IT BEST," HE WOULD ALWAYS HAVE THAT BIG SMILE ON HIS FACE AND LAUGH IT AWAY. EMIL TO ME WAS ONE OF THE BEST GUYS I HAVE EVER BEEN ASSOCIATED WITH. HE WAS ALWAYS GOOD FOR A STORY OR 2, OVER A BEER OR 2OR 3 OR 4.......... BUT I AND ALOT OF OTHERS WILL TRUELY MISS CHIEF. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ELAINE, AMY, AND MICHAEL.

GEE' [DUBAK ELECTRICAL]

January 6, 2003

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO HESS'S FAMILY.

Donna Corr

December 30, 2002

Dear Mike,

I am so very sorry about your Dad. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am always here if you need a Friend..

Friends Always

Joanne Rzeszutko

December 30, 2002

To Mike,

My sincerest condolences in the sudden death of your father. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Time heals my friend.

Take care.

Jim Ryan

December 26, 2002

I was so very fortunate to have Emil as a friend. He always took the time to help me when I needed him. From the ballfields to the parks. He was always there. I will miss him. The Village will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Althera Steenes

December 26, 2002

Dear Amy, my sincere condolences goes out to you and your family. May God continue to strengthen you and hold you tight. Take each day at a time. With Love..

Kenneth Sack

December 26, 2002

Mike,

I know we haven't talked or seen each other for some time. I just wanted to let you know that I am very sorry to here about your father.

Brian and Mary Cronin

December 25, 2002

We pray you find comfort in knowing that your husband/dad is in heaven with our Father. He was a very special man.

Ed, Rox, Sarah and Adam Gogola

December 25, 2002

Dear Elaine, Amy and, Michael,



The phone call we received on Sunday morning was one we never expected. We can only imagine what a shock it must have been to all of you.



Just as we were all anticipating the holidays and looking forward to spending time together on Christmas Eve like we do every year…… We already miss him so much. We are so thankful to have so many great memories to comfort us. Emil’s warm strong hugs, his smile and, his loud joyful voice! We are so grateful for the times we had with Emil and so saddened for the times we will all miss.



Please know that we are here for you whenever you need us.



Love,

Emil's Brother Ed, Roxanne and

Uncle Moonie's God Children, Sarah and Adam

Linda Fainman

December 25, 2002

Amy, My deepest and heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family. May you find comfort and strength in knowing how much others care for you. Please do not give work even a thought--we will cover for you until you are ready to return. Love, Linda Fainman

Andrea Drechny

December 25, 2002

Elaine, I was so saddened by the news. Know that I will be praying for you and your family. May God grant you peace, strength and comfort.

Bob & Eva

December 24, 2002

We live across from the Bliss Maintenance facility and have known Emil for well over ten years. He was a very kind individual with an always present smile, a friendly hey Bob, or Eva, and a warm heart. May God take him under His care. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and many, many friends

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