John Phillip Bess' Obituary
John Phillip Bess, 79, of Decatur passed away Tuesday August 7, 2018 at Decatur Memorial Hospital
John was born in Indianapolis,In. to the late John Bess and Faye (McMahel) Bess.He was a retired truck driver and member of Teamsters Union.
He was a loving son, husband , brother and uncle.
He was an avid NASCAR fan, liked watching western movies . Loved to go hunting and fishing in his younger days . He loved his dogs , Beau and Missie and D.C. the cat.
John is survived by his loving wife of 54 years , Frances, sisters Carolyn Turner of Bonita Springs, Fl. , Jeannine Simonton of Bixby, Ok. Niece Wendy Turner of Bonita Springs, Fl. Nephew Steve Turner of Key West, Fl.
There will be no service at this time. It is suggested any donations in memory of John should go to the Humane Society of Decatur and Macon County at 3373 N. Woodford Decatur, I’ll. 62526
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