Search by Name

Search by Name

James Victor 'Jim' Messer

James Victor 'Jim' Messer obituary, Houston, TX

James Messer Obituary

James "Jim" Victor Messer, 81, a resident of Houston, TX and native of Zachary, LA, died on Tuesday, February 12, 2019. Visitation will be on Sunday, February 24, 2019 at Charlet Funeral Home, Inc., 4230 High Street, Zachary from 2:00 pm until service time at 4:00 pm conducted by Dr. Wayne Barnes. A 1:30 pm graveside service is Monday, February 25, 2019 at Louisiana National Cemetery, 303 W. Mt. Pleasant Rd., Zachary. Jim is survived by his sisters, Elizabeth M. Nichols and Marilyn M. McKowen and husband Johnny, special friends, Duane, Lou, Arlene and Evelyn and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Blanford and Lila Spurlock Messer, sister, Martha M. Boagni, brothers, Burnett Messer and Johnny F. Messer and grandparents, J.W. and Martha Spurlock and Francis and Gladys Messer. Jim graduated from Zachary High School and attended Louisiana Tech University in Ruston and proudly served in the US Air Force. Special thanks to Benito Ponce for his years of friendship and care. Please make memorial donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at www.stjude.org.

Published by The Advocate from Feb. 21 to Feb. 25, 2019.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for James Messer

Not sure what to say?





2 Entries

Words do not express the sorrow we feel when someone we love pass away . Please accept my condolences and know that you are my prayers. Isaiah 61
SJ

February 25, 2019

Life is so short. We should cherish every moment and pray that our lives have meaning as we touch the lives of relatives, friends and others. Marilyn, to you and Johnny, your children and grandchildren and all others of your extended family, we wish you peace as the life of your brother is celebrated. Our prayers are with you. Marilyn and Martin Woolfolk

February 23, 2019

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results

Make a Donation
in James Messer's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

Memorial Events
for James Messer

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Charlet Funeral Home, Inc., Zachary, LA

4230 High Street, Zachary, LA 70791

How to support James's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor James Messer's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more