eat and flames to aid the trapped pilot. Despite his own burns, He administered first aid to the severely injured pilot until they were evacuated. Robert's personal heroism, unselfish concern for his fellow soldier, and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army. Robert is survived by his wife Kathy Hesse, sons Ryan Hesse and Eric Hesse, aunt Grace Toomsen, sisters-in-law Cindy Steuart, Susan (Brian) Steuart Cook and Lori Steuart, brother-in-law David (Julie) Steuart, along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Richard Hesse.