Rick Edward Messer, 59, of Whittier went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, January 3, 2023. A native of Jackson County, he was the son of Edward Messer of Whittier, NC and the late Margaret Messer. In addition to his mother, he was also preceded in death by his niece, Heather Abernathy.
Rick is survived by his children, Jessica Spillman (Adam), Jennifer Messer, Ricki Renee Messer, and Courtney Haynes (Zac); 7 grandchildren, Tanner, Aaron, Kaylee, McKenzie, Ava, Levi, and Emily, and three great grandchildren, Lindsey, Chase, and Madison; and brothers, Randy (Wanda), Rusty (Donna), Ray (Wanda); and sister, Terrie Marie Hall.
Graveside services were held 1:00 PM Saturday January 7, 2023 at Jones Cemetery in Whittier, NC.
Crisp Funeral Home assisted the family.