Chester Rodney Messer Sr.

(Sparta) Chester Rodney Messer Sr., age 67, passed away on Friday, August 11, 2006 at his home. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Marilyn; children, Chester R. Messer Jr., Jeannie Messer, Carl and Linda Messer, Charles and Tracy Messer; grandchildren, Crystal, Danielle, Megan, Mitchell, Connor, Ronica, Desirae, and Kyle; great grandchildren, Savanna and Cohen; three sisters; five brothers; several-in-laws; nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 14, 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Skip Meyer officiating. Friends may meet the family at the funeral home on Sunday 6 to 8 p.m. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to assist the family with expenses. Hessel-Cheslek Funeral Home, Sparta