Bruce Michael Hess

Mike, aka "Happy" 76, passed away at his home in Wellton, AZ on September 5,2024.

Mike was born on August 5, 1948, in Springfield, Missouri.

Mike is survived by his wife Shirley, his sons Joshua M. Hess and Johnathon M. Hess, his brother John (Evelyn) Hess, six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Mike was preceded in death by his son Jason Michael Hess, parents John K. Hess & Vena A. Hess, his two sisters Tonia Sue He and Patti Joe Albin.

Mike proudly severed in the United States Navy from 1969 to 1971 Mike is also a Vietnam Veteran.

Mike started working for Wellton Mohawk Irrigation Drainage

District in December of 1968 and then left in April of 1969. He then returned to work for the WMIDD in 1971, where he worked until he retired in October of 2023.

There will be a celebration of life for Mike on October 5, 2024, at the VFW Post 6790, 29389 Oakland Ave Wellton Arizona 85356 from 11:00am - 1:00pm.

There will be a potluck after the services, please bring a side dish to share.