Verna Jean Hess, 93, of East Lansing, Michigan, passed away on December 9, 2023. She was born on March 3, 1930, in Plymouth, Indiana, to the late Robert and Elna Stallwood. She was preceded in death by her parents and her two brothers, Robert and Larry Stallwood. Jean was a loving and caring woman, who touched the lives of many friends and family in Michigan, Utah and across the country.
Jean's educational accomplishments included a bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of Indiana and a master’s degree from Wayne State University College of Nursing. After graduation she was invited to join the College of Nursing faculty. It was during this period that she met her future husband, Joseph W. Hess, M.D., who was a Wayne State Medical School faculty member. He was a widower with six children. Joe and Jean were married on March 13, 1976, and enjoyed nearly 48 years of marriage.
Jean is survived by her loving husband and their children: Shirlene (David), Kathryn (John), Norman (Christine), Pauline, Sandra (Edward), Barbara (James), 16 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 16th, from 12:30 to 2 pm, followed by a funeral service at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, 1730 E. Grand River Ave, East Lansing, Michigan. Jean will be laid to rest in Oak Hill Cemetery in Plymouth, Indiana, on December 19, 2023.
In memory of Jean Hess, in lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Aglow International, Greater Lansing Food Bank or your charity of choice.
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