Joseph Hess was born in Meredosia, Morgan Co, Ill , December 4, 1826 , and died in Oquawka , Ill , his residence since 1842, on Monday Aug. 12th, 1901 , aged 74 years 8 months and 8 days

. He leaves to mourn his loss, Ellen Hess , his widow, William Hess, Anna E. Cheek, Sabina C. Scott, Margaret E. Essex, Mary L. Morris, Emeline C. Paten, Malinda C. Morris, Joseph F. Hess and Andrew Hess , his children. He also leaves 29 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren, besides a brother and sister, Andrew Hess and Rachael Daniels . Mr. Hess was esteemed by all who knew him for his honesty and uprightness of character.

Funeral services were held from the M.E. church Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 13, conducted by Rev. T.C. Moots . The remains were laid to rest in the Oquawka cemetery. The family wishes to thank the community for sympathy and kindly aid extended. Margaret E. Essex is the wife of Swanson S. Essex .

1901 Oquawka Spectator

Submitted by Peggy Carey

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