Michael S. Hess passed away suddenly in Newton, Kansas.  Born in October 4, 1950 in Buffalo he was the son of James C. and Beula (Rouse) Hess.  Michael served in the US Navy from 1972 to 1975 and worked for the VA Hospital of Buffalo where he was in food service.  He enjoyed going to church, Lazy Lakes to camp, watching ships and sitting down at the Buffalo Waterfront and especially enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren.

Michael is survived by his wife of five years Tracey (Cathcart) Hess of Amherst; father of Katie (Matthew) Burch ; step-father of Kameron and Brandon Boyett; grandfather of Bryonna, Samuel and Gavin; brother of the late James and Paul Hess; also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends may call Friday, January 30th from 4-8 PM and Saturday, January 31st from 11 AM – 12 Noon in Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee St., Lockport where services will follow at 12 Noon.

Visit www.pruddenandkandt.com to leave an online condolence to the family.