Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church, Friday December 9, 2022.
Beloved wife for 62 years of Richard Messmer, Sr.; loving mother of Richard (Vicki Peistrup) Messmer,Jr., Timohty (Kelley MacNamara) and Patrick (Kim Dill) Messmer; dear grandmother of Gretchen, Hannah, Moira, Brennan, Connor, Will and Matthew; dear sister of Daniel (Connie Bouvier) Fitzhenry; dear sister-in-law of Mary Ann (the late Lou) Carril, Daniel (Joyce) and Donald (the late Sarah) Messmer; dear aunt, cousin and friend.
Services: Visitation at St. Raphael the Archangel Catholic Church (6047 Bishops Place, 63109) Friday December 16, 9:00 AM until funeral mass at 10:00 AM. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, you can send a donation to St. Jude or Cardinal Glennon in honor of Pat’s love for children. A service of KUTIS AFFTON Chapel.
Dear Rich — So sorry to hear about Pat. You and she were two of my favorite folks.
My prayers and sympathy are with you.
Mrs. Messmer was my second grade teacher at St. Gabriel’s in 1965-1966. She was a wonderful teacher, and I loved her dearly. Know that she made a difference in my life and in the lives of so many kids.
Jane (Rood) Furey
Mr. Messmer
Mom told me about the passing of Mrs. Messmer this weekend. I am so sorry for your loss. I remember seeing you this year when we moved mom. Boys, I am sorry for your loss also. Your mom was a good person.
Bill Normile
Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day. Condolences from the Foshage family.
Mr Mezz, Rick, Tim and Pat, my deepest sympathy on the great loss of a amazing wife and mother. Will remember all the great dinners and conversations – what a warm and welcoming spirit she will always be. God bless you guys now and forever.
Mr. Messmer, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved wife. I have such fond memories of Mrs. Messmer. She was such a wonderful teacher. She was supportive and compassionate with her students. She definitely made a difference in my life and I am sure others as well. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May she rest in peace.
Hello,
When I was double checking this service for a floral order we received, I found that the address for the church is incorrect above. That is the address for the rectory. St Raphael the Archangel Church’s address is 6040 Jamieson Ave, 63109.
Just wanted to clarify.
Thank you, and so sorry for your loss,
Diane
Floral Designer at Walter Knoll Florist
Whenever I’m asked who my favorite teacher was, I think of Mrs. Messmer, who taught second grade at St. Gabriel’s. I don’t remember much of what she taught – I just remember how kind and caring she was. Her beautiful connections with students influenced my own teaching.
Thank you, Mrs. Messmer, for being a guiding force in my life and the lives of so many others. May you rest in peace.
Rich, Rick, Tim, Patrick and your lovely families, heartfelt condolences on losing such a wonderful human being. How blessed you all have been experiencing life with such an exceptional human being. Anytime I was at a family function like Thanksgiving at the farm, a wedding or baby shower, a reunion, it was always a joy to visit with Pat. She was always smiling and sharing memories of former days which was always a treat for me to hear about the experiences in the Hrdlicka household. And it’s not surprising at all to hear of her former students’ recollections of having her for a teacher, and especially a second grade one. I can believe how many students have such a love of Jesus for being guided by her because Pat’s presence was such a loving, accepting one. I believe that all those who love her have a heavenly advocate as we continue on our paths. Thank you Father, for such a wonderful gift in our lives.
I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Messmer was one of the most caring and compassionate teachers that I have had throughout my life. I remember her kindness and warmth to this day…so many years later.
Pat was a dear friend from Notre Dame High School. She, Mary Claire, Jackie and myself bummed together in those years. Jackie died some years ago and Mary Claire died just one month before Pat and I am the one left of the foursome. I am having a Mass in celebration of Pat’s life on January 6 at the 7:45 am Mass at St. Francis of Assisi Church in Oakville, MO. So sorry for your loss. 62 years is a long time and a gift from God.