The family of a young New York State man, Connor Hess, are grieving following his tragic death.

Hess died unexpectedly leaving his parents and brother, Dylan, mourning his loss. No cause of death has been stated.

Connor Hess graduated Arlington High School in LaGrangeville, Duchess County NY in 2021. Hess played varsity football his junior and senior years.

To help the bereaved family, Beekman residents set up a GoFundMe to raise funds for the impending burial and memorial of Mr Hess. The fundraiser was organized by Roxan Plunkett.

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“For all of you that know the Hess family, you know there is nothing they would not do to help you, your children or anyone else in need. Right now, they need your help. The Hess family is in need of our support as they go through the heartbreak of having to lay to rest their son, Connor. There are no words to express the devastation they and their family is feeling right now. Please contribute with any amount you can to offset the cost of the funeral and cremation,” the fundraiser said.

In a heartwarming turn of events, the fundraiser’s $25,000 goal was largely met a short period after it was set up, a testament to all the help the Hess’ reportedly gave to others in Beekman.

Connor Hess’ memorial is slated for Monday, September 23rd, 2024. He is survived by his parents, Brian and Corinne, and his little brother Dylan.