Clinton Francis Hess

Clinton Francis Hess, known to many as “Ted” or “Tinnie”, died Monday, August 23, 2010 at the age of 79. Mr. Hess was a resident of Huntingtown, Maryland where he lived with Judy Hess, his beloved wife of 23 years.\nHe was a loving and devoted father to Gary and James Hess and the late Karen Hess. He was also the loving step-father to Tammy Horne and Jennifer Oberg. Mr. Hess was grandfather to 10 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.\nTed was born in Prince Georges County. He was a star football player during his school years at Bladensburg High School. As an athlete, Ted also participated in basketball and soccer. In September of 1950, he enlisted in the Navy where he spent four years as an air craft engine mechanic with the Air Anti Submarine Squadron and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. After leaving the Navy, Ted was employed by John H. Hampshire Inc. in Bladensburg, Maryland where he worked as a Superintendent for 54 years.\n Ted was a member of the Masonic and Elks Lodges and in his retirement years, he loved playing cards and competing in pool leagues at the Calvert Elks Lodge. His pastimes also included fishing, crabbing, boating, watching Westerns, and in his earlier years water skiing. As a strong supporter of the Washington Redskins, he never missed a game.\n Although a man of few words, Ted was a wonderful listener never criticizing or judging. He was always ready to lend a helping hand. Those who had the opportunity to know Ted found that behind his quiet exterior was a true heart of gold. He will be greatly missed.\n Memorial contributions can be made to the Calvert Elks Lodge 2620, 1015 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 specifically for the Charlotte Hall Veteran's Home. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Clinton Francis Hess please visit our Sympathy Store.