Everett Henry Messer

Everett Henry Messer, 79, of Salisbury, passed away Friday, October 17, 2025 at his residence.

He was born July 3, 1946 in Jackson County, NC to the late James Henry Messer and Margie Seay Messer. Everett attended Lansing School in Lansing, North Carolina, and was a member of East Corinth Baptist Church. He proudly served his country in the United States Army, stationed in France and Germany, where he earned both the Good Conduct Medal and the National Defense Service Medal. A gifted craftsman and talented woodworker, he took great pride in his creations. He was also an avid collector of antiques and classic cars. Raised in Ashe County, he carried a lifelong love for the mountains and the place he called home. Pa will be greatly missed by those who loved him most.

In addition to his parents, Everett was preceded in death by his wife, Linda Farmer Messer.

Everett is survived by his two daughters, Michelle Hammill of Richfield, NC and Holly (Brian) Smith of Salisbury, NC; son, Aaron (Ginna) Messer of Durham, NC; five grandchildren, Logan Hammill, Savannah Messer, Ethan Barber, Luke Smith, and Owen Smith; and brother, Vergil (Pat) Messer.

The family will greet friends and relatives on Saturday, October 25, 2025, 10:00 am - 10:45 am at East Corinth Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, Gold Hill, NC.

The funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at East Corinth Baptist Church, with Pastor Johnny Daniel and Pastor Brian Smith, officiating.

Burial will take place in the East Corinth Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Lewis Rogers and Angel Lawing for their compassion and support.

Memorials may be made to Veteran Support Foundation, vsf-usa.org.

Powles Staton Funeral Home of Rockwell, honored provider of Veterans Funeral Care, is assisting the Messer family. Online condolences may be made at powlesfuneralhome.com.