Howard L. Messer, Sr., 85 years of age, peacefully entered in to rest on Tuesday, May 7, 2019. Howard was born in Knox County, KY to the late James C. "coach" Messer and Ruth Jackson Messer. Howard is also preceded in death by his first wife, Janous Messer (1984). He proudly served in the United States Army. He enjoyed cars and worked many years in automotive repair. He was a former member of Union Baptist Church. Howard leaves behind his loving Wife Ethel Messer, Sons Howard Messer Jr. (Ada), Daniel L. Messer, and Daughter Vivian Kay. He was the loving grandfather of 9 grandchildren, several great grandchildren, 4 Sisters and 1 Brother. Family and friends will gather for visitation on Thursday, May 9, 2019 from 5 PM to 7 PM at Stith Funeral Home 7500 US Hwy 42, Florence, KY 41042 with the funeral service to follow at 7PM. Burial will be at Messer Cemetery in Heidrick, KY. Online condolences may be left for the family at: www.stithfuneralhomes.com.

This obituary is a courtesy of Hopper Funeral Home.