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Kathleen J. “Kathy” Hess, 62

November 12, 2018

Kathleen J. “Kathy” Hess, 62, of Manheim Twp., passed away on Monday, November 12, 2018, at Hospice and Community Care in Mount Joy, after a brave battle against Glioblastoma (GBM). Born in Lancaster, she is the daughter of Dorothy (Johnson) Hess and the late Robert Hess.

Kathy’s greatest joys in life was being a devoted and loving mother to her two daughters. With a strong passion to help and care for others, she worked as a registered nurse at various local nursing organizations including Hospice, Brethren Village, and Pleasant View Retirement Community. Aside from spending quality time with her family, Kathy enjoyed reading, gardening, music, and traveling.

Kathy is survived by her daughters, Allison M. Koontz, of Lancaster, PA, Hillary L. Anoceto and her husband Rolando of West Palm Beach, FL. Also surviving are two grandchildren, Adrian Micheal and Esmé Olivia, and Kathy’s significant partner, James Wimer, of Lancaster. In addition to her father, she was predeceased by her former husband, Michael W. Koontz.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Gathering which will be held from 2-4PM on Friday, November 30th at Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Kathy’s memory may be offered to the American Brain Tumor Assoc., 8550 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., Ste 550, Chicago, IL, 60631, www.abta.org.

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November 30, 2018

May the angels bring you to paradise dear Kathy. A great and loving nurse to the residents of Pleasant View who were in yourcare!  You brought them joy with gracious dignity and respect as it should be.  May you Rest In Peace, Love, Josephine Martin 

November 30, 2018

What a wonderful nurse and caring daughter, mom, and grandmother. I worked with her at BV and PVRC and what a pleasure she was! She never complained about her own problems but was always there to lend an ear for anyone else. She was so proud of those 2 grandchildren and was quick to show pictures. ❤️  May God ease your pain during this most difficult time.

November 28, 2018

My condolences to Kathy’s family.  She so loved her daughters and her grandchildren.  I had the wonderful opportunity to work side by side with Kathy.  She was patient and kind like no other.  I will always remember our good times and her laughter will never leave my memory.  
Jolynn 

November 27, 2018

I worked at Pleasant View with Kathy for a short time. She was a very caring, compassionate nurse. I could tell from talking to her that she loved her daughters very much. I am so sorry for your loss. 

November 27, 2018

Kathy was a very nice an caring person I will always keep her in my memories an she will never be forgotten I am so glad I got to know her working with her @ Bv she was one of few that took her job as a nurse to heart

November 26, 2018

Kathy had the patience  of a saint and not a bad  bone in her body . Smiled at everyone and found a good thing in each and one of us. She will be missed.

November 26, 2018

I worked with Kathy at brethren village. She was always so nice and had a smile on her face. May the family find comfort in one other during this horrible time.

November 25, 2018

I worked with Kathy at pleasant view . She was a sweet, kind lady. I missed her when she left there. I’m so sorry 😓
 
 

November 25, 2018

Kathy, my Dear Girlfriend, I miss you so much already.  I will always cherish our special talks an laughs.  I loved hearing about Adrian an Esme. You were so proud of your girls an SO thankful to have Jim in your life.
I will love you forever an ever.
Janet Schuren 

November 25, 2018

My condolences. Kathy was a great mentor for me at Pleasant View. She was also there for me when I was going through some tough times as a mother of a teenager. I will never forget her genuine concern she showed me and her guidance she gave to me when I felt like hopeless. So blessed to have known her. Keeping you all in my thoughts. 

November 25, 2018

I worked with kathy at brethren village and pleasant view she was such an amazing person when you needed someone to talk to she was their.. she was their when you needed a friend.. as working at the nursing homes she was the only nurse manger that was on your side and wanted to help you..i will miss her never met someone so caring and sweet as kathy was…. i lm so sorry for you loss.. 

November 24, 2018

Kathy was a beautiful person so full of life and laughter.  When she met Jim they hit it off right away and Kathy became a loving member of our family.  We had a lot of laughs together.  She was such a caring person and I will miss my talks with her.  Jack and I love you and wish the Lord hadn’t called you so soon.  Rest pain free and in Peace.

November 24, 2018

Make it simple to all just remember this I needed a friend and found one and lost one 😞😞I love you 😘😘thank you for being my true friend ❤️❤️Always in my ♥️ 

November 24, 2018

Kathy was a terrific friend and cared for every one whose life she touched. She will be missed terribly. Thoughts and prayers to all those who loved her.

November 24, 2018

So sorry for your loss. I loved working with her at Brethren Village. Kind hearted person. I will surely miss her. Take heart, she is in a better place. May the Lord almighty give you peace during this tough time.

November 24, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss. I had the great pleasure of working with Kathy at BV. She was an amazing lady who left a lasting mark. 

November 23, 2018

Kathy was such a wonderful caregiver to my dad while he was at Pleasantview. My condolences to her family.

Services
Friday, November 30, 2018
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
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