Barbourville, Ky. - Jerrie Messer, 82, passed away on August 27, 2024, following a brief illness. A retired Licensed Practical Nurse, Jerrie dedicated her life to caring for others with the same kindness and love she showed her family. Her compassionate spirit and willingness to lend a hand to those in need touched many lives.

Jerrie was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy Messer; her parents, Estle and Grace Burgin; her brother, Earl Helton; and her dear friend, BP Sowders. She leaves behind her daughter, Vicki Jozefowicz, and her husband, Mark; her beloved grandson, Matthew Jozefowicz, and his wife, Gabrielle; as well as two cherished great-grandchildren, Jamie and Norah Jozefowicz. Jerrie is also survived by her sister, Jo Phillips (sons Don and John); and two nieces Joan Maybrier and Sandra Lockard.

In accordance with Jerrie's wishes, no memorial services are planned.

The Hopper family, Victoria Hopper and Sally Hopper and the Hopper Funeral Home Staff: Lorena, Brenda, Mr. Reese and Reid express sincere condolences to the family and friends of Jerrie Messer.

Hopper Funeral Home, established over a century ago, is in charge of servicing all arrangements for Jerrie Messer.