Mary Kathleen Hess Obituary

The world bids farewell to Mary Kathleen Hess (Royal Oak, Michigan), departing on January 25, 2026 at the age of 91. Mary Kathleen leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Mary Kathleen may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the echoes of her kindness, the warmth of her embrace, and the light of her enduring love.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: her husband Frank Hess; her children, Tracey Golden (Randal) and Bill Hess (Susie); her grandsons, Roberto Hess and Michael Hess; her great grandchild Julia Hess; her sisters, Margaret Stedman (late Irv) and Joan Garr (Peter); and her sibling-in-law Kay Hannan (late George). She was also cherished by many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association (https://www.alz.org).