HESS, CHARLES Balfe of Norwood passed away on December 23, 2019 at the age of 82. Beloved husband of Gudrun (Dippel) Hess. Devoted father of John Hess and his wife Robin of Beverly and Katherina "Kathy" Riley of Norwood. Brother of Carolyn Kelleher of Braintree and the late Mary Campbell of Walpole. Cherished grandfather of 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, great nieces and great nephews. Son of the late Charles and Madeline (Casey) Hess. Visiting hours will be held on Friday, December 27, 2019 from 5-7pm at the Kraw-Kornack Funeral Home 1248 Washington St. Norwood. At the request of the family all other services will be private. US Army Veteran. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his name to The Trustees of Reservations 200 High St, #4A, Boston, MA 02110.