Jean M Messer

Mt. Morris, IL, Jean M. Messer, age 90, died Thursday October 2, 2014 in KSB Hospital, Dixon, IL. Jean was born December 19, 1923 in Freeport, IL the daughter of Michael & Magdalina (Trapp) Pontius. Jean graduated from Aquin High School class of 1941. She married Alvin Messer on March 9, 1946 in Freeport, IL. Jean was a wonderful mother and always had time for others. She was proud to be a grandmother & great grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, always giving advice and caring words. Jean is survived by Son: Edward (Kimberlee) Messer, Mt. Morris, IL; 2 Daughters: Doris Doeden, Polo, IL and Suzanne (Tim) Kinmon, Sterling, IL. 8 Grandchildren: Jessica Doeden, Polo, IL; Laura (Phil) Gaulrapp, Polo, IL; Nathan (Shannon) Messer, Surprise, AZ; Matt (Kate) Messer, Polo, IL; Zack (Christina Engberg) Johnson, Polo, IL; Hilary (Cory Love) Johnson, Dixon, IL; Kristy Kinmon, Sterling, IL; Kenny (Autumn) Kinmon, Overland Park, KS; 15 Great Grandchildren: Patrick (Lindsey) Doeden, Spencer Doeden, Harper Gaulrapp, Lacy, Aaliyah, and Reece Johnson, Aiden and Liam Messer, Jacob and Joe Reusch, Haleigh Geerts, Jeremiah and Jadyn Settles. Daughter-In-Law: Debbie Messer, Surprise, AZ; Special Friends: Curt (Gloria) Ennenga and Doreen, Leah, Brittany. Jean is preceded in death by Parents, Husband: Alvin; Son: John; Brother: Robert Pontius; Grandson: Shaun Messer; and Great-Grandson Joey Geerts; Son-In-Law Jim Doeden. Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday October 7th in Finch Funeral Home, 405 East Hitt, Mt. Morris, IL at 11:00 A.M. with Father Joseph Nail. Burial will be in Plainview Cemetery, Mt. Morris, IL. Visitation will be Tuesday October 7th from 10:00 A.M. until service time in Finch Funeral Home. Memorials St. Jude's and/or Mt. Morris Public Library.