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Dalton Hess Obituary
He died unexpectedly in a tragic car accident on July 2, 2017.
Dalton was born July 24th, 2001, in Lawrence, Kansas, the beloved son of Kenneth Hess and Elizabeth Shelby.
He attended Woodlawn Elementary School, Liberty Memorial Central Middle School, and was currently a junior at Free State High School.
Dalton enjoyed spending time with his friends, especially Tristen and his cousin Steven. He loved to hang out playing video games and listening to music. As well as talking and texting them on his phone. He also enjoyed shopping trips, buying the latest sport shoes and apparel. He liked walking downtown with his friends and going to the movie theater. Dalton loved playing basketball and shooting those three pointers. He played on many basketball teams over the years and made the team in middle school. He played basketball with his brother, Kyle Shelby and his friends frequently. His dream was to one day become an NBA Player.
Survivors include his father, Kenneth Hess and his mother, Elizabeth Shelby, both of the home, Lawrence, KS, a brother, Kyle Shelby, Lawrence, a sister, Heidi Calhoone, Emporia, KS a grandmother, Glenda Shelby, Lawrence, KS, and many other aunts, uncles and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his grandmother Emma Jean Boylan, and his three grandfathers, John Hess, Terry Shelby Sr. and Ralph Boylan, all of Lawrence.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Dalton Hess Memorial Fund, sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, 601 Indiana Street Lawrence, KS 66044.
Online condolences may be made at rumsey-yost.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Dalton Hess
September 18, 2017
RIP
Nancy McKee
July 16, 2017
My thoughts are with you all. I enjoyed watching Dalton and his friends play basketball, every morning, in the gym before school at LMCMS. Dalton was one of the best.
July 14, 2017
RIP Dalton
Liz Hall
July 14, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. RIP Dalton you will be missed....
Nancy, Clint, Shaun McMechan
July 12, 2017
Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry.
Kelli White
July 12, 2017
In our memories, Dalton will always remain young. My memories of him are as a delightful friend to Trace, having visited our home for the day or overnight. He was quiet and polite to me. There was always laughter coming from Trace's room when he visited. I enjoyed having him in our home. Dalton etched his name and soul into my heart years ago. He will always remain in my heart, forever young and loved.
Kimberly Stanford
July 12, 2017
Liz and family. I'm so sorry that this happened to your son. If anytime you need anything please feel free to contact me. We send our love prayers your way.
Jaydalyn Coates
July 12, 2017
I feel extremely sad about what happened dolton was a great kid and I know he is always going to remain a great kid in heaven with our beloved god. I'm going to try my best to make it to the funeral but I'm not sure how long we are going to be in kc for. We have appointments for my brother and then I have to go to hospital for a medical issue. But my great wishes for the family. I'll ask my mom to come to the viewing Thursday. Praying for you guys
July 12, 2017
I am so sorry for your lose. I remember Dalton at Woodlawn, and his love of basketball. Your family will be in our prayers.
Marilou Cavin, Lawrence, Ks
Ronda Brubaker
July 12, 2017
May God hold you and your family at this painful time and give you comfort as you mourn the untimely death of Dalton. In our prayers always,
Ronda and family
July 12, 2017
I didn't know you or your son. I'm so sorry for your loss. Losing your child is the most horrible thing anyone should go through. I lost my son 6 yr ago when he was 19. If you ever need a person to talk to I want you to know I'm here. I'm praying that God will give you strength through this time. God Bless you and your family. Lisa Zwiener 785-691-7289
Sheila Couchman
July 12, 2017
Kenny and Liz, I am so very sorry to hear of Dalton's death! He was a really nice boy!
Janelle Harris
July 11, 2017
So sorry
Brandi Campbell McNish
July 11, 2017
Elizabeth and family,my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Mike Taylor
July 11, 2017
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this difficult time.
LaWanda Houp
July 10, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all! Dalton was a sweet boy and always enjoyed the time I had spent with him. He will always remain forever in our hearts.
Steven Pope
July 10, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
July 9, 2017
our prayers are with you
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