Kathy Messmer

Kathy Sue Messmer

August 25, 1952 – October 19, 2026

Kathy Sue Messmer, 74, of Marble Hill, Missouri, lost her battle with cancer on October 19, 2026, passing away peacefully at her home. She was an avid reader and plant enthusiast who enjoyed caring for her hummingbirds and the wildlife around her home. Above all, her true passion was her beloved dachshunds.

Kathy was born on August 25, 1952, in Jackson, Tennessee. She was raised by Jimmy and Lois Truelove. After a 12-year engagement, Kathy and David Messmer were married on February 29, 2000, in Marble Hill, Missouri. He survives.

In addition to her husband, David, Kathy is survived by her son, Gary Landon (Brianna) Klingel of St. Charles, Missouri; two daughters, Marlanda Klingel of Perryville, Missouri, and Katina (Jonathan) Wahlers of Fairhope, Alabama; a foster son, Izayah Williams of Carbondale, Illinois; a foster daughter, Alyssa Williams of Murphysboro, Illinois; a sister, Holly (Dennis) Snider of Benton, Missouri; and two grandchildren, Jonah and Spencer Wahlers.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jimmy Truelove and Lois Keaster, and her brothers, Jay Truelove and Darrell “Eddie” Jones.

A celebration of Kathy’s life will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2026, beginning at noon at the KC Hall in Kelso, Missouri. Pastor Stan Hargis will officiate. Guests are invited to enjoy finger foods and beverages as we gather to celebrate Kathy’s life.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made in Kathy’s honor to Southeast Missouri Pets (SEMO Pets) in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.