David Dwight Hess

David Dwight (“D’Moe,” “Whitey”) Hess, 67, of Hartford City passed away on August 6, 2024. Dwight was born on April 21, 1957, to parents David and Barbara Hess, in Matthews, Indiana. He later moved to Upland, Indiana, and graduated from Eastbrook High School. He studied at Lincoln Tech to become a mechanic, specializing in German vehicles, and spent most of his career at Mercedes Benz of Fort Wayne. He married his former wife, Kim (Huston) Hess, in 1986, moved to Andrews, Indiana, and is survived by their two children, Alyson (Jeremy Weiks) Hess of Fort Wayne, Indiana, and Zen (Jessica) Hess of Waco, Texas, and three grandchildren (Emmalyn, Dietrich, and Penelope). He is also survived by his parents, seven siblings (Dan, Kirsten, Kerri, Kelly, Kathryn, Darrin, and Doug), and several nieces and nephews, and was preceded in death by his sister, Karen. He also leaves behind his beloved dog, Rufus (“Roofy”). Dwight was a fan of classic rock and roll, the supernatural, and the great outdoors. You could often spot him out and about exploring by way of his giant orange tractor, four-wheeler, an assortment of old Mercedes Benz, his tiny red truck, or his trusty tricycle (almost always accompanied by Roofy). Dwight was as supportive as they come, often helping family and friends with their cars, house projects, or other troubles. Those who knew Dwight learned many lessons from him. Hardly anything is trash; just about everything has a future use if you think outside the box enough. Music can never be too loud. Blew your car speaker? You can always replace it. Who cares if you know the right words? Make ‘em up! Question and dissect everything. A curious mind keeps you sharp and means you’re able to toss out fun facts during almost any thread of conversation. If you want to remember something, piece something together, or pause and revisit a deep thought later, it must be scribbled down on the nearest scrap of paper (and preferably taped on or near whatever object it relates to), else the thought may evade you forever. And most importantly, live as fully as you can, while you can. The family has held a private service in Dwight’s memory, and asks that, in lieu of gifts, donations be made to the Indiana Natural Resources Foundation (indianaNRF.org), which supports the preservation of the state parks and public lands that Dwight loved and would wish to see maintained for future generations. Bailey-Love Mortuary is honored to serve the family of David Dwight Hess.

David Dwight Hess

April 21, 1957 - August 6, 2024