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2020
Richard Messer Obituary
We mourn the loss of Richard Allen (Dick) Messer of Eureka, who died suddenly at his home in Eureka on April 20, 2020.
Dick was preceeded in death by his beloved wife of 47 years, Shirley Anne Messer (Nov. 15, 1945-Nov. 18, 2013) and son, Richard Allen Gilliam (Messer). Shirley was the love of his live and they are now together again in heaven.
He was born Jan. 10, 1932 in Stockton, CA, to his mother, Sarah Pauline Anne (Worrell) (Casey) Eberhardt of Santa Rosa, and his father, Allen Roberson Messer of Oakland.
He was known for his wry wit and quick sense of humor; he brought tangible grit from the great state of Texas to California. At 88, he still planned to get his 2020 deer tags and license.
Dick had many interests and accomplishments. He was a busy man, a proud member of the Eureka Elks, but he always placed his wife Shirley above all else. He'd tell you himself, that it was her loyalty and support that made is all possible. This world is just not the same in her absence.
Dick is survived by his first cousin, James W.R. Smith of Eureka, his sons Matthew (Ivone) Messer of Sacramento and Scott (Peggy) Messer of Eureka; his sister, Joanne (Don) Lamentia of Roseville, California; and three grandchildren Zena Grace Robley of Fremont, NE, and Scott Edward, and Whitney Grace Messer of San Francisco, and numerous extended family members.
A memorial and celebration of life will be announced when possible.
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Robert G. Askerlund
September 21, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful long time friend. I first met Dick while we served together in the Navy in Kodiak, Alaska. We were both born in 1932 one day apart. Throughout the years, we've always remembered each other on our birthdays. I will miss the telephone calls to and from Dick. Rest in peace my long time friend.
Robert G. Askerlund
Hurricane, Utah
Edward & Leslie Cole
May 14, 2020
Would like to send out condolences to Dick family!
We just loved your Dad. I would call him my Mr. Messer and Ed would always say Hey Joe! He would laugh every time, oh that laugh of his would make me smile. Ed Dad Keith was his hunting buddy, hear all those stories and a few when Ed was a child. Well miss him, hes seeing his sweet heart Shirley now!
Until we meet again in hunting camp! Rest In Peace!
Your Cupcake and Joe
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