Michael R. Hess, 63, of Lancaster, passed away on March 12, 2025, after a brief illness. Born in Ephrata on October 7, 1961, he was the eldest child of Philip Jr. and Edith Hess.

For over 42 years, Mike was a dedicated truck driver for York Building Supply, a career he took great pride in. He was especially honored to participate in the Make-A-Wish Foundation Truck Convoy, volunteering his time to help bring joy to children in need.

A true outdoorsman, Mike found happiness in hunting, fishing, camping, and swimming, often sharing these experiences with his family to create cherished memories. He loved the freedom of the open road, especially when riding his Harley-Davidsons. He also loved summer trips to Ocean City, Maryland, where he was notorious for being a "pool bully" to his daughter, nieces, and nephews.

Mike is survived by his parents, his daughter and son-in-law, Nicole A. and Steven T. Newman, of Lancaster; his sister, Julie Sawyer, wife of Michael, of Ephrata; his nieces and nephews, Brittany Groff, Courtney Bippus, and Derrick Groff; and his significant other, Sue Miller, of Lancaster, along with her children and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Julia Hess, with whom he shared 27 years of marriage before her death in 2016.

A funeral service to honor Mike's life will be held on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at 1 PM at Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. Family and friends are invited to a viewing from 11 AM until the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Mike's name to the Parkinson's Foundation or the Make-A-Wish Foundation .