Fortified with The Sacraments of Holy Mother Church. He passed away peacefully on Thursday January 22, 2026. Loving husband of Kathy Hegger (nee O’Connell). Beloved father of Tommy (Caitlin) Bess, Charlie Hegger and Michael (Lauren Herrell) Hegger and the late Cory Bess. Cherished papa of Nic. Dear brother of Nancy Knoll. Our dear brother-in-law, nephew, uncle, cousin and friend to many.
Services; Funeral from Kutis South County Chapel (5255 Lemay Ferry) on Thur. 1/29 9:30AM for 10AM Mass at Mary Mother of The Church (5901 Kerth Rd St. Louis, 63128). Interment Private. Visitation at Kutis on Wed. 4-8PM. In lieu of flowers donations to the American Lung Assn of MO appreciated.
Our sincerest condolences and prayers for peace, comfort and strength during this difficult time and the days ahead. Tommy’s gentle, kind spirit will continue to live on in the legacy he leaves behind.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.. so sorry.. 🙏🩷
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I send my deepest condolences. I met Tom once, and he was a sweet man. I was honored to have met him.
Kathy and family of Thomas Hegger- I was truly saddened to hear of your loss as I was shopping at Crestwood Dierbergs today. I only worked with Kathy a short time but knew in talking to her that he was a very special man. I pray for comfort in your lives and wish you all good memories of your husband and Dad.
We are very sorry to hear of Tom’s passing.
Such fond child memories ♥️🌹
Christine(Meyer) Hancock and Dennis Hancock
Dear Kathy
I was Tom’s godmother and saddened and shocked at his death . I don’t get out much anymore. I’m 87.
My prayers for all of you.