David John Hess

David John Hess, devoted husband, father, grandfather, attorney, CPA, and co-founder of Wealth Enhancement Group, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of integrity, wisdom, faith, and love. He was born March 18, 1947 and passed away on February 14, 2026.

He proudly served his country in the United States Army.

A graduate of the University of Minnesota Law School, David earned his Juris Doctor and CPA. His brilliant mind, steady leadership, and entrepreneurial spirit helped build a financial services firm that would go on to guide and bless countless families. He believed deeply in stewardship, service, and doing what was right.

Above all his professional accomplishments, David's greatest pride and joy was his family. He was a loving father to nine children and a proud grandfather to twenty-seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He led his family with strength, humility, faith in Jesus Christ, and unwavering devotion. His wisdom, quiet humor, and generous heart made everyone feel valued and heard.

David was loved by all who knew him. His presence brought calm, his counsel brought clarity, and his life reflected a man of deep character and conviction. He will be profoundly missed but forever remembered in the lives he shaped and the love he gave so freely.

He leaves behind a family who will carry forward his legacy of faith and integrity.

David is survived by his wife, Teresa Hess; children, Michael Hess (Rebecca), Joseph Hess, Elijah Scripture (Melanie), Benjamin Hess (Jessica Jones), Cameron Scripture (Christine), Kathryn Dangers, Ashley Brockman, Daniel Hess (Harini Chandramouli), Amanda Yule; grandchildren, Andrew, Kylie (Daniel), Camila, Gabriella, Matthew, Jonah, Theodore, Damion, Damien, Leland, Nolan, Violet, Thomas, Mason, Liliana, Liam, Owen, Roman, Noah, Luke, Blake, Harrison, Charlee, Luke, and Ysah; great-grandchildren, Odin, Hayla, Milo, and Chloe; brother, Jim Hess (Meredith); sister, Sandy Fuller; and many extended family members and loved ones.

He is preceded in death by his parents, John Hess and Marion (Schoenert) Hess; father-in-law, William Harry Sanson, Jr.; sister-in-law, Cindy McElderry; son-in-law, JB Brockman; and brother, John "Nate" Hess.

Memorial Service (Minnesota)

A memorial gathering to honor David's life will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the Lafayette Club, 2800 Northview Rd, Minnetonka Beach, MN 55361.

The service will begin at 11:30am, with a time of visitation and fellowship to be held after.

We have partnered with a local florist who will coordinate delivery directly to the Lafayette Club. A variety of beautiful arrangements are available to choose from at: At Home with Trisha: https://www.athomewithtrisha.com/sympathy-celebration-of-life/  OR  In lieu of flowers, the family prefers a memorial to The Retreat: https://theretreat.org/donate/