Louis Messmer

LOUIS PETER MESSMER. Devoted son of the late Josef and Margaret Messmer. Beloved brother to the late Joseph, Catherine, John, Marge, George, Marie and Andrew Messmer. Dearest husband for 71 years to V. Colleen Skaggs. Loving father to Gloria (Michael) McBride, Larry (Kathleen) Messmer, Deborah (James) Bowen, Rebecca Tussey, Gabrielle (Randy) Shore. Cherished Grampa "Papa Lou" to John McGrath, Laughton (Erin) Messmer, Megan (Mark) Campbell, Anna Harold, Shannon (Gary) Watterson, Mickey (Angie) McBride, Sarah Messmer, Brett Bowen, Colin and Spencer Shore. Great great Grandpa to Reid and Isabella McGrath, Dane and Max Watterson, Audra and Mia Harold, Olivia and Charlie McBride and Harrison Campbell. Dear uncle, brother-in-law, cousin and loving friend. Lou was a United States Navy veteran valiantly serving in the South Pacific during WWII. and a lifetime member of the D.A.V. (Disabled American Veterans). After a successful career with Union Electric, Lou enjoyed playing golf, watching the St. Louis Cardinals and spending countless hours freely helping others. He often said he was the "richest man" because of his love for his family and country. Lou never met a stranger. His highly infectious laughter could always bring smiles to everyone around him. He will dearly be missed by many. Heaven truly has a new angel, and we are sure he has introduced himself as "King Louie". The kingdom forever lives on. . In lieu of flowers donations to the Wounded Warrior Project. PO Box 758517 Topeka, KS 66675-8515. Or the no kill animal shelter, BEST FRIENDS SOCIETY, Kanab, UTAH 84741 January 08, 2019, Tuesday
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
John L. Ziegenhein and Sons Funeral Homes
4830 Lemay Ferry Road, Saint Louis, MO 63129
January 08, 2019, Tuesday
12:00 pm -
John L.Ziegenhein and Sons Funeral Homes
4830 Lemay Ferry Road, Saint Louis, MO 63129