Terry Lee Messa

Terry Lee Messa obituary, St. Joseph, MO

Terry Lee Messa

Terry Messa Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Rupp Funeral Home - St. Joseph on May 12, 2025.

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Terry Lee Messa 71, St. Joseph, Missouri, died Saturday, May 10, 2025 in St. Joseph. He was born May 5, 1954 St. Joseph. Preceded in death by parents; Benny Messa and Norma Yonning. Survivors include 3 children: son, Terry Messa Jr., daughter, Stacy Lucker, and son, Adam Mooney, three brothers, and five sisters, including Lana Compton, who was taking care of him. Cremation under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. No services are scheduled at this time. Online condolence and full obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com
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