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Eric A. "Rick" Messer

FUNERAL HOME

Moreland Funeral Home - Westerville

55 E. Schrock Road

Westerville, Ohio

Eric Messer Obituary

Messer Eric A. "Rick" Messer, age 52, of Westerville, OH, passed away May 5, 2017 at Kobacker House. Retired from P & W Roofing. He adored his grandchildren and loved spending time at his cabin in West Virginia. Rick was an avid golfer and loved all sports, especially the Oakland Raiders. Survived by his mother, Ruby J. Messer; children, Katie (Ricky) Harris and her children, Layla and Journey, Jayson McMullin, Sarah Reeser, and Samantha; step-children, Jenny Mullins and her son, Keegan; Bryan Parks and his daughters, Lexie and Amaya, Vanessa Parks and her daughter Aubrey; special friend, Lisa Parks; brother, Elmer (Kathy) Messer, Jr.; sisters, Carol (Rick) Konkoskia, Sherry (Bob) Bragg and Jan (Brian) Dennis; many nieces, nephews and friends. Preceded in death by his father Elmer Messer, Sr.. Friends may call at the MORELAND FUNERAL HOME, 55 E. Schrock Road, Westerville, OH Tuesday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. where service will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m., Rev. Randy Smith, officiating. Interment Fancher Cemetery.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from May 5 to May 7, 2017.

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Sherry Bragg

April 14, 2018

Hi baby, I'm sitting here on this rainy day missing you so much! Bobby went to the cabin to open everything up. Theres not a day that goes by that I don't think of you, Miss you so much! Please SMILE down on me!

I love you,
Sissy

Carol Konkoskia

December 30, 2017

Happy Birthday Buddy, If you were here we would go out to eat to celebrate, I Love you and miss you calling me, Sissy Carol!!!

Carol Konkoskia

November 25, 2017

Thinking about you I know this was one of your favorite times of the year, Love you Buddy!!

Sherry Bragg

November 18, 2017

Good morning Baby,

Well the Holidays are coming upon us! We are doing dinner at moms as always, its going to be a hard day! Two of our greatest family members won't be there, that is going to be tuff. I will never forget the last time you were in the hospital and they had decided that hospice was our best option for you, it took us days to come to grips with the thought of it. You took Jr, Jan, and me and said I want to take a walk with you, and we did, you were so weak, I will never forget that walk, you said, I'm scared, I don't want to leave my family, I love you so much and I want to stay with you guys, I don't want to die, and I'm really worried about mom. we assured you that just because you were on hospice didn't mean you couldn't get better. And trust me our mom that you love so very much is still as spoiled as she was with you and dad, I will make sure of that. I know I'm talking a lot but, I miss you,I miss talking to you! I guess you could say I'm selfish because if I could have you back I would. I love you and dad so much, but I know you both have a brand new body and no longer have the struggles of takin a walk or just simply breathing! Wish you were here! I love you forever and will see you again!

Love you and dad oh so much!
Your Sissy!

Sherry Bragg

August 22, 2017

Hi Baby,

I miss you so much, I thought it would get easier, but it honestly has gotten harder. Your love for life taught me so much. No matter how hard your day was or how bad you felt, you ALWAYS had a smile and we, you and me were always making plans. My Heart is broken, I feel like part of me went with you! YOU ARE MY SUNSHINE! I LOVE YOU! I will see you again! I Love you baby brother.

Sherry

Sherry Bragg

June 15, 2017

I miss you baby, wish you were here, I love hanging out with you! Love you, sissy Sherry!

Carol Konkoskia

June 8, 2017

Ricky I've had you on my mind alot lately, I miss you calling me, I'm going to tell you like you told me on the last text that you sent, I Love You Forever And Always, love You Bunches, Sissy Carol!!!

Jan Dennis

May 23, 2017

Hi Baby boy,I love and miss you so much,I sit back and think about you and Dad up there together, WOW what a party you guys are having, The 2 of you Loved family and friends. I miss you and Dad. I LOVE you 2 so much!!!

Julie Longwell

May 18, 2017

I am so sorry for the loss Rick. I have fond memories of him in High School. He always made everyone laugh! Prayers for your family during this sad time.

Sherry Bragg

May 12, 2017

Hi baby, I miss you so so much! You were one of a kind, and your personality was contagious! I have to thank you for loving me so much and allowing me to take care of you. You are my sunshine, and I love you so much! Please smile down on us!

PS. I promise I will take good care of mom, I know you were worried about her.
I love you baby! Love you, Sissy Sherry

Bonnetta Stepp/Linville

May 11, 2017

Rick, I will never forget that cute little boy who was so full of life that grew up into a fine young man who loved his Mother so much, and everybody you were around. They also loved you back. It was impossible not to love you. And I am so glad I got to hold your hand a couple days before you took your final flight and prayed with you and heard you say Amen. I will be there for your Mom if she needs me and I am sure we will have many memories to talk about. My heart is sad but I know that we will see you again.

Lucy Heitz (Nutt)

May 9, 2017

Ricky, I enjoyed the time we spent together. Even on a bad day when you didn't feel like talking you would still hold hands or smile. You are one of a kind, your jokes, your warmth, the love you had for people, life, dogs, you were a truly amazing person. I am so glad I came to the 30 yr reunion and had the opportunity to catch up with you and other's. You will truly be missed.. I will miss your text and your sweet messages that always put a smile on my face even when I didn't feel like smiling. I'm glad I saved them. Rest in heaven dear friend... Until we meet again... Love and miss you. .. God bless you and your family...

Ron Foth Jr.

May 8, 2017

There will never be another Rick! He was truly a one of a kind. His happy, energetic spirit was magnetic. I remember the first time I saw him, he was doing the robot dance in the 7th grade talent show...The crowd went nuts. He was always the coolest kid. Rick's white Camaro was literally the baddest car in the Big Walnut parking lot. He was funny, smart and always optimistic. A super loyal friend & an amazing son till the end. I'll miss you buddy!!! Don't get in too much trouble up there...RIP.

Kay Foth

May 8, 2017

Sending my sincerest condolences to Ruby and entire family. I was so saddened to hear about Rick's passing...he was way too young. I want you to know that I'm thinking of you during this time of sorrow!

Shara Sagraves

May 8, 2017

Thank you Ricky for always making everyone you knew feel special! Thank you to your family for doing likewise. I'm blessed for knowing y'all and love y'all as if you were my own. Sleep in Jesus, until we all meet again.

May 7, 2017

I will miss you always... I will treasure our great memories of the fun weekend getaway at the cabin in West Virginia and our entire life we spent together.. Until we meet again my great FRIEND I WILL LOVE AND CHERISH YOU ALWAYS.... LOVE YOU

Annette Schirtzinger

May 7, 2017

He always made me laugh. He will be missed.

Meredith Blasing

May 7, 2017

I have fond memories of Rick. He was so fun-loving and a such a positive guy. A blast to be around. I extend to you my most heartfelt sorrow and condolences.

Cary Irvin

May 7, 2017

I will miss my little buddy that was always up beat and ready to go out for lunch or dinner. It is way to soon but I know that there is a lot better place for him and he will have them laughing like he did with us. Some times life don't make since and this is one of them. I know this must be very hard for his family because he was such a happy good guy but they should know he's in the arms of God now.

teresa milligan

May 7, 2017

Our family has known the Messer family for over 40 years Ricky was just a little boy full of life and happiness and Im sure his life was filled with love and happiness he always had a smile on his face.Prayers go out to all of his family.

Eunice Estepp-Ratliff

May 7, 2017

My condolences to the family on your great loss. Ricky was a childhood friend that I never forgot.

April Hayes

May 6, 2017

Rick was a beacon of light! I enjoyed visiting the few times that I was able. We were all very blessed to have him on this earth for the time that he was here. His smile will be greatly missed.

Robin Madden (House)

May 6, 2017

I am so sorry for the families loss. You are all in my prayers.

May 6, 2017

Dad - I can't believe this is what I am doing right now. I am staring at this picture and your name next to it with the word obituary seemingly every where across this page. Never did I imagine losing you. You bounced back from everything thrown your way but God saw your struggle and took you home. I sit hear wondering WHY you why did God have to take you. You had a love for life and for everyone. Always a silly grin and kind word. I remember walking up to grandmas just a few years ago you on the front porch shirtless (usually) with a hey my baby and a hug and a kiss. ALWAYS wanting to know what we were going to get to eat. I love and cherish my memories with you. I will miss you every day of my life. Not sure how I am going to make it but I know you would want me to keep a smile on my face especially for the girls. Don't worry about grandma we will all take care of her. I stayed the night with her last night and when she fell asleep I walked the house and wept truly missing you. It hit and it hit HARD. I missed you and us making your shrimp at 2AM and watching the ID channel together. I miss you sooo much we picked you out the best and nicest casket and sissy sherry and grandma picked you out the nicest suite and she ordered you a raiders tie. Only the best for the best. I know you suffered and did so greatly but you had a love for life and stayed as long as you could with us. I finally had to muster up the courage to break the news to Layla girl and man did she take it hard. She loved her pa pa like no other. She remembered the times you would bring her donuts and chocolate milk to daycare and all those Friday nights you her and grandma would do your normal Bob Evans, Walmart (toy shopping) and then Galena diner adventures in the mornings. I remember you begging me just let her stay the whole weekend and most times I would comply. Journ Journ was at grandmas today and said my pa pa's not home yet. Sad thing is you are home :( you are with grandpa and I know he has missed you dearly. Have fun and behave up there. I know your cracking jokes, having fun and charming the ladies in heaven. Love you for ever.

-KJA

May 6, 2017

My sincerest condolences to the family for your great loss. Jude 1: 20, 21

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