Ronald LeRoy Jess

September 15, 1940 - February 09, 2019

Ronald LeRoy Jess Obituary (Age 78) Ron Jess passed away on February 9, 2019, in Spokane, WA. He was born September 15, 1940, in Spokane, WA to Carl Bernhardt and Louise M. Jess. Ron graduated from North Central High School and Kinman Business University. He spent most of his career as a self-employed agricultural commodity trader, traveling to several places around the world. Ron was a lifetime member of the Lutheran Church, often taking on additional leadership and property caretaking roles. He loved spending time with family, gardening in his yard, and relaxing at Priest Lake. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Judith, his children Donna (Rob), Debi (Brian), Diana (Clinton), David (Bridget), and Darla (Doug), sister Betty and brother Larry (Carolyn), 13 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents and one grandchild. There will be a viewing on Thursday, February 14 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Heritage Funeral Home 508 N Government Way Spokane, WA 99224. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 15, 2019 at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, 2733 W Northwest Blvd, Spokane. � To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Ronald, please visit our Tree Store. Read more Events FEB 9