Jerry Phil Messimer's Obituary
Jerry Phil Messimer, 85, of Garland, Texas, was born on February 6, 1938, in Winnsboro, Texas, to James Parker and Elva Lee (Swann) Messimer. He passed away on January 2, 2024, in Dallas, Texas.
Jerry married Sharon (Bailey) on December 13, 1955.
He loved traveling and good opry concerts.
Jerry is preceded in death by: his son, Pat Messimer; his daughter, Phyllis Phelps; his parents, James and Elva Messimer; and his sister, Gloria Vestal.
He is lovingly survived by: his wife of 68 years, Sharon; his grandchildren Jermey Messimer, Amy Messimer, Ryan Phelps, Justin Phelps, and Cody Phelps; his great-grandchildren Caiden Phelps, Christian Phelps, Dalis Phelps and Caleb Forman; and his sister and brother-in-law, Brenda and Tommy McFarland.
Jerry’s life will be celebrated at 10:00AM on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, in the Wildwood Chapel at Restland Memorial Park. Interment in Restland Memorial Park will follow the chapel service. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at Wildwood Chapel.
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