Nickolas John Hess Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Nickolas John Hess of Harlan, Iowa, born in Strawberry Point, Iowa, who passed away on November 11, 2025 at the age of 65. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parent Bonnie Durnan; and his siblings, Dave, Robert and Ann. He is survived by: his wife Lisa Hess of Harlan, IA; his children, Candi Hess (T. C. Carter) of Fulton, MO, Mindy Hess of Fulton, MO, Brad Hess (Katelyn Deeds) of Harlan, IA, Brandon Hess (April Staudt) of Marble Rock, IA, Lexee Hess (Tyler Keeling) of Clarksville, IA and Ava Tyler of Waterloo, IA; his stepchildren, Scott Swank of Pomona, KS and Emily Swank of Jacksonville, TX; his stepfather Mike Durnan of Arlington, IA; and his siblings, Don Dales, Rhonda Dales and Grace Durnan. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild.
