Bradley Hess

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 3:18PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued a statewide Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio as smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to adversely impact air quality.
Pollutants across the state are expected to range from the 'Unhealthy For Sensitive Groups' category in the southwest part of the state to the 'Unhealthy' category in the rest of the state. Hourly concentrations at times may reach the 'Very Unhealthy' to 'Hazardous' categories.
It is recommended, when possible, to avoid strenuous outdoor activities, especially those with heart disease and respiratory conditions like asthma. Watch for symptoms including wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, dizziness, or burning in the nose, throat, and eyes.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 2:18PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, until midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality today. The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy' range.
For additional information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's website at epa.ohio.gov.

Special Weather Statement issued July 16 at 12:09PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Temperatures continue climb into the upper 80s to lower 90s today. This will combine with a humid airmass to produce heat indicies in the 95 to 100 degree range this afternoon.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening.

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 10:53AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 9:21AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 12:23AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, through midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.

Air Quality Alert issued July 16 at 12:16AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, from 7 AM Thursday to midnight EDT tonight.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.

Air Quality Alert issued July 15 at 9:35PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH (details ...)

The Ohio Environmental Protection Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory for the entire state of Ohio, from 7 AM Thursday to midnight EDT Thursday night.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires will adversely impact air quality. The Agency expects the Air Quality Index to be in the 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' range.
For additional actions and information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency's web site at epa.ohio.gov.

Friday, May 8th, 2026

Bradley Hess

Bradley D. Hess age 42 of Rossburg, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at The Ohio State University Medical Center in Columbus.

He was born on January 19, 1984, in Coldwater, to Donald & Donna (Wright) Hess of St. Henry. On September 18, 2021, he married Meghann (Kunk-Bruns) Hess, and she survives at their home in Rossburg.

Brad is also survived by step-children: Taylor & Nicholas Shoemaker, and Nathan Bruns, and a granddaughter Lucy Shoemaker, as well as siblings: Kim & Matt Baumer, Kelly & Tony Kremer, and Brent Hess, all of St. Henry, his maternal grandparents, Jerry & Joan Wright of St. Marys, and his mother-in-law Pat Kunk of St. Henry, and in-laws Todd & Linda Kunk of St. Henry, and Kendra & T.J. Hoke of Bellbrook, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Brad is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Urban & Adella Hess, and his father-in-law, Robert "Booner" Kunk.

Brad was a graduate of St. Henry High School. After high school, Brad got his certificate from Charlotte Motor Speedway Driving School, NASCAR Technical Institute, and Carolina Motorsport. Racing was in his blood and was a huge part of Brad's life. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR and football, playing golf and corn hole, and dancing.

A Celebration of Brad's life will be held on Friday, May 22, 2026, from 12pm - 3pm at the Eldora Ballroom. A memorial service will be held at 12pm, followed by a meal and fellowship. Hogenkamp Funeral Home in St. Henry is assisting the family.

Anyone wishing to honor Brad's memory could consider doing so by donating to his granddaughter Lucy's future education fund at The St. Henry Bank, in loving memory of her Papaw Brad.

Condolences for the family may be expressed online at hogenkampfh.com.

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