Harry Q. Hess, 74, of Lititz, passed away on Sunday, May 20, 2012 at Lancaster General Hospital with his daughter and son-in-law by his side.  Born in Lancaster, PA, he was the son of the late Ethel A. and Harry C. Hess.  Harry was the loving husband of Catherine (Fulginiti) Hess, with whom he celebrated 47 years of marriage.

Harry retired from Armstrong after 38 years of service as a supervisor.  He enjoyed yard work, gardening, fishing and spending time with his good buddy, Rocky.

In addition to his wife, Harry is survived by four children: John J. Dickel of Lititz, Harry Q. Hess, Jr. of Lititz, Debra J. Berube of Meriden, CT and Elizabeth A. Barr also of Lititz; and a brother: Robert Hess of Manheim.  Harry was the proud grandfather of his two grandchildren: Tommy and Kendra.

Services will be private and at the convenience of the family.  Please omit flowers.  Contributions can be made in Harry's memory to the Arthritis Foundation, Central PA Chapter-SE Branch, 204 Butler Ave., Suite 102, Lancaster, PA 17601 or the American Heart Association, Lancaster Chapter, 610 Community Way, Lancaster, PA 17603.  To send the family online condolences, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 717-560-5100