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Hesse, Robert (Bob) Henry

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Obituary of Hesse, Robert (Bob) Henry

Robert (Bob) Henry Hesse passed away on October 12, 2021 at the age of 96 at his home in Dallas, Texas. He was born on August 14, 1925 in Dell Rapids, South Dakota.  Bob is survived by his wife of 69 years, Marilyn J. Hesse of Dallas, TX, and his children Wayne Hesse (Barbara) of O’Neill, NE, Linda Gibbs (Larry) of Houston, TX, and Laura Wright (Randy) of Dallas, TX, and daughters-in-law June Hesse of Mitchell, NE and Kimberly Hesse of Valentine, NE.  Bob leaves behind a legacy of 14 grandchildren, Robert Hesse (Michelle) of Gering, NE, Andrea Wells (Perry Theros) of Mitchell, NE, Greg Hesse of Valentine, NE, Jim Hesse (Jessica) of Lincoln, NE, Doug Hesse (Sharon) of Valentine, NE, Joe Hesse (Jenna) of Humphrey, NE, Tom Hesse of O’Neill, NE,  Bergen Carraher (Cole) of Aurora, NE, Holly Hesse of Omaha, NE, Lauren Sanches (Cole) of Houston, TX, Jenna Hall (Dustin) of Dallas, TX, John Gibbs of Houston, TX, Lindsay Hirani (Prateek) of Dallas, TX and Jeff Wright (Madison) of Dallas, TX.  Great grandchildren include Faith Hesse and Chloe Hesse of Gering, NE, Michael Wells, Kyle Wells and Kenna Theros of Mitchell, NE, Tenley Ramm and Langston Hesse of Lincoln, NE, Haley Hesse and Nash Hesse of Valentine, NE, Beck Hesse, Ricki Hesse and Maclyn Hesse of Humphrey, NE, Preslie Ruegge of Atkinson, NE, and Lane Carraher and Hallie Carraher of Aurora, NE. He also leaves behind one great great grandchild, Wesley Wells of Mitchell, NE.  He is also survived by his sister Dorothy Whittle (Norb) of Glendale, WI and sister-in-law, Izza Hesse of Belleville, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents, sons Larry Hesse, Kenneth Hesse, and Richard Hesse and brothers Edward Hesse, Eugene Hesse, Jim Hesse and sister Agnes Ankeny. Bob grew up in Hartington, Nebraska with parents Edward and Katherine Hesse and siblings Agnes, Edward, Eugene, James, and Dorothy. He graduated from the University of Nebraska and the University of Nebraska law school. He worked 37 years as a landman for Kansas Nebraska Natural Gas Company (now Kinder Morgan) living in Chappell, Nebraska, Sterling Colorado, Gering, Nebraska and Longview, Texas.  He retired in 1987 at the age of 62.  Bob and Marilyn moved to Dallas in March 2019 to be closer to family. Bob served in the United States Army Air Corps, which later became the United States Air Force, serving  in both World War II and the Korean War, where he served as a celestial navigator achieving the rank of First Lieutenant. Bob loved all sports and was a die-hard Nebraska Cornhusker fan and a Texas Rangers fan.  He took up long distance running in his 50’s and had a wall of trophies for the 10K runs he won in East Texas.  He ran a marathon in his 60’s. He was a great story and joke teller and expert speller, competing in Nebraska County and State spelling bees as a child and tutoring his children as they competed.  He was wicked smart and never hesitated to correct anyone regardless of who was right. His greatest love was his family however.  He was a faithful spouse, frequently stating that the best decision of his life was marrying Marilyn.  He loved attending sporting events for his children and grandchildren and for the teams his sons coached. He was our cheerleader, comforter, encourager and beloved husband, father, grandpa, great grandpa and great-great grandpa. The family would like to thank his personal caretaker over the past few months, Cherry Smith. We will honor his life on Monday, November 1, 2021 at North Dallas Funeral Home, 2710 Valley View Lane, Dallas, Texas 75234.  Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM – 12:00 p.m., followed by a 12:00 p.m. Memorial Service.  A Burial Service will be held at DFW National Cemetery at 2:15 pm. Donations in Bob’s memory may be made to the charity of your choice.

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  1. Jeff Whittle says:

    I had only a few opportunities to visit with him over the years, but was always impressed at his quick wit and love of family. I am confident that the strong family he loved will be a great support to one another. He and you are in my prayers.

    Jeff Whittle

    Thursday October 13, 2022

    I had only a few opportunities to visit with him over the years, but was always impressed at his quick wit and love of family. I am confident that the strong family he loved will be a great support to one another. He and you are in my prayers.

  2. Fred Young says:

    Dear Mrs. Hesse,
    I wish to extend our sincere condolences due to the passing of your husband Bob.
    His picture on Linda’s Fb page looks terrific. The only thing missing is a baseball hat.
    Had I known you were living in Dallas, I would’ve loved to stop by for a visit in 2019. Janet met there during our studies at Dallas Theological Seminary and come through to see friends whenever we’re in the US.
    My prayers are with you during this time mixed with sorrow from Bob’s absence and joy from fond memories your shared.
    I loved living in Bellevue as a kid. Your property served as our sports complex. We played hours of football and whiffle ball in the front yard, basketball in the driveway and even in the garage when the snow was too deep! 🙂
    Neither you nor Bob minded all the congestion…
    Thank you for being such fantastic neighbors.
    I greatly appreciated Bob’s role in G.O. baseball and your commitment to the snack bar. Memories still race through my mind of trying to out run the rest of my teammates to the counter after games, once our coach dismissed us with a specific amount we could put on his “tab”. Usually 30 cents could by a long Bubs-Daddy and a can of pop…
    You and Bob modeled great teamwork. Thanks for loving your kids, others kids and sports so well 🙂
    Sincerely,
    Fred Young
    35, Crestview Drive
    Gering, NE 69341 😉

    Fred Young

    Thursday October 13, 2022

    Dear Mrs. Hesse,
    I wish to extend our sincere condolences due to the passing of your husband Bob.
    His picture on Linda's Fb page looks terrific. The only thing missing is a baseball hat.
    Had I known you were living in Dallas, I would've loved to stop by for a visit in 2019. Janet met there during our studies at Dallas Theological Seminary and come through to see friends whenever we're in the US.
    My prayers are with you during this time mixed with sorrow from Bob's absence and joy from fond memories your shared.
    I loved living in Bellevue as a kid. Your property served as our sports complex. We played hours of football and whiffle ball in the front yard, basketball in the driveway and even in the garage when the snow was too deep! 🙂
    Neither you nor Bob minded all the congestion...
    Thank you for being such fantastic neighbors.
    I greatly appreciated Bob's role in G.O. baseball and your commitment to the snack bar. Memories still race through my mind of trying to out run the rest of my teammates to the counter after games, once our coach dismissed us with a specific amount we could put on his "tab". Usually 30 cents could by a long Bubs-Daddy and a can of pop...
    You and Bob modeled great teamwork. Thanks for loving your kids, others kids and sports so well 🙂
    Sincerely,
    Fred Young
    35, Crestview Drive
    Gering, NE 69341 😉

  3. Denise Moline says:

    My admiration, love,and hugs to you, your mother and family. God blessed you with this wonderful man… RIP Bob Hesse..

    Denise Moline

    Thursday October 13, 2022

    My admiration, love,and hugs to you, your mother and family. God blessed you with this wonderful man… RIP Bob Hesse..

  4. Mary Black says:

    I’m so sorry, Marilyn, for the loss of Bob. He’s at peace, now I send prayers that you can feel some peace too.

    Mary Black

    Thursday October 13, 2022

    I’m so sorry, Marilyn, for the loss of Bob. He’s at peace, now I send prayers that you can feel some peace too.

4 thoughts on “Hesse, Robert (Bob) Henry”

  1. I had only a few opportunities to visit with him over the years, but was always impressed at his quick wit and love of family. I am confident that the strong family he loved will be a great support to one another. He and you are in my prayers.

    Jeff Whittle

    Thursday October 13, 2022

    I had only a few opportunities to visit with him over the years, but was always impressed at his quick wit and love of family. I am confident that the strong family he loved will be a great support to one another. He and you are in my prayers.

  2. Dear Mrs. Hesse,
    I wish to extend our sincere condolences due to the passing of your husband Bob.
    His picture on Linda’s Fb page looks terrific. The only thing missing is a baseball hat.
    Had I known you were living in Dallas, I would’ve loved to stop by for a visit in 2019. Janet met there during our studies at Dallas Theological Seminary and come through to see friends whenever we’re in the US.
    My prayers are with you during this time mixed with sorrow from Bob’s absence and joy from fond memories your shared.
    I loved living in Bellevue as a kid. Your property served as our sports complex. We played hours of football and whiffle ball in the front yard, basketball in the driveway and even in the garage when the snow was too deep! 🙂
    Neither you nor Bob minded all the congestion…
    Thank you for being such fantastic neighbors.
    I greatly appreciated Bob’s role in G.O. baseball and your commitment to the snack bar. Memories still race through my mind of trying to out run the rest of my teammates to the counter after games, once our coach dismissed us with a specific amount we could put on his “tab”. Usually 30 cents could by a long Bubs-Daddy and a can of pop…
    You and Bob modeled great teamwork. Thanks for loving your kids, others kids and sports so well 🙂
    Sincerely,
    Fred Young
    35, Crestview Drive
    Gering, NE 69341 😉

    Fred Young

    Thursday October 13, 2022

    Dear Mrs. Hesse,
    I wish to extend our sincere condolences due to the passing of your husband Bob.
    His picture on Linda's Fb page looks terrific. The only thing missing is a baseball hat.
    Had I known you were living in Dallas, I would've loved to stop by for a visit in 2019. Janet met there during our studies at Dallas Theological Seminary and come through to see friends whenever we're in the US.
    My prayers are with you during this time mixed with sorrow from Bob's absence and joy from fond memories your shared.
    I loved living in Bellevue as a kid. Your property served as our sports complex. We played hours of football and whiffle ball in the front yard, basketball in the driveway and even in the garage when the snow was too deep! 🙂
    Neither you nor Bob minded all the congestion...
    Thank you for being such fantastic neighbors.
    I greatly appreciated Bob's role in G.O. baseball and your commitment to the snack bar. Memories still race through my mind of trying to out run the rest of my teammates to the counter after games, once our coach dismissed us with a specific amount we could put on his "tab". Usually 30 cents could by a long Bubs-Daddy and a can of pop...
    You and Bob modeled great teamwork. Thanks for loving your kids, others kids and sports so well 🙂
    Sincerely,
    Fred Young
    35, Crestview Drive
    Gering, NE 69341 😉

  3. My admiration, love,and hugs to you, your mother and family. God blessed you with this wonderful man… RIP Bob Hesse..

    Denise Moline

    Thursday October 13, 2022

    My admiration, love,and hugs to you, your mother and family. God blessed you with this wonderful man… RIP Bob Hesse..

  4. I’m so sorry, Marilyn, for the loss of Bob. He’s at peace, now I send prayers that you can feel some peace too.

    Mary Black

    Thursday October 13, 2022

    I’m so sorry, Marilyn, for the loss of Bob. He’s at peace, now I send prayers that you can feel some peace too.

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