Kenneth “Danny” Hess, 66, of New Point, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 19, 2025. Born on April 17, 1959 in Greensburg, Indiana, he was the beloved son of Charles and Alice Oliphant Hess.
Danny spent much of his career as an over-the-road truck driver, working for Wintz Trucking Company and Kuntz Trucking before dedicating over 20 years to R H Marlin, retiring in 2020. He spent his retirement working for Billman Trucking, for 4 years before retiring again in 2025.
Known for his kindness, humor, and outgoing spirit. He was generous, deeply family-oriented, and adventurous. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, traveling, music, sports, and most of all, quality time with his loved ones.
He is survived by his loving wife, Jama Hess; children Shawntae Hess, Stacy Hess, J.D. Hess, and Riley Peterson; grandchildren Xavier Sweet, Zyan Sweet, Brianna Peterson, Damion (Breanna Powers) Peterson, Lilly Cook, and Tristan Hess; great-grandson Malikye Peterson; sisters Maxine Wilhoit and Chloe (Richard) Delay; and sister-in-law Jewelene Hess. Danny was preceded in death by his parents Charles and Alice Hess and brothers Brian and Gary Hess.
His family, friends, and all who knew him will remember Danny’s generous heart and the joy he brought to their lives.
A funeral service for family and friends will be held at the Gilliland-Howe Funeral Home on Friday, September 26, 2025 at 1:00 pm and will be broadcast live on the Gilliland-Howe Funeral Home Facebook Page. A reception styled visitation will follow from 3:00 pm until 6:00 pm. Memorial contributions can be made to the IU Simon Cancer Center. Online condolences can be made to the family at www.gilliland-howe.com
