Joel Lee Hess's obituary , Passed away on October 16, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana

Joel Lee Hess

August 23, 1954 - October 16, 2025 (71 years old)

Indianapolis, Indiana

Joel Lee Hess's obituary , Passed away on October 16, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Swartz Family Community Mortuary And Memorial Center

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Joel Lee Hess

August 23, 1954 - October 16, 2025 (71 years old)

Indianapolis, Indiana

Joel Lee Hess Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Joel Lee Hess of Indianapolis, Indiana, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Joel left this world on October 16, 2025 at the age of 71, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his wife Jennifer L. Hess (Jones) of Indianapolis, IN; his sons, Joseph Hess and Justin Hess; his grandchildren, Remington and Rayne Hess; his siblings, Julie Gaskins, Jill Vicory (Joel) and Jeff Hess; his parents, Jerry and Jackie; and his son Joey.

A reception will be held on Wednesday, October 22nd 2025 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Swartz Family Community Mortuary and Memorial Center (300 US 31 S, Greenwood, IN 46142).

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the American Red Cross 1510 North Meridian Street Suite 130 Indianapolis, IN 46202 or at http://www.redcross.org.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Swartz Family Community Mortuary And Memorial Center



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Oct 22

Reception

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Swartz Family Community Mortuary and Memorial Center
300 US 31 S, Greenwood, IN 46142

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