of Norfork, AR
December 5, 1927 - September 9, 2016
Eldon John Messerschmidt, age 88, of Norfork, Arkansas passed away September 9, 2016, in Mountain Home, Arkansas. He was born December 5, 1927, in Dolton, Illinois to Arthur J. and Edna L. (Koehler) Messerschmidt.
Mr. Messerschmidt married Dorothy C. Burns May, 3, 1952, in Dolton, Illinois. He is a retired general foreman from Interlake Steel, where he worked for more than 30 years. He was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Mountain Home.
Mr. Messerschmidt is survived by two sons Richard Messerschmidt of Overland Park, Kansas and Phillip Messerschmidt (Cheryl) of Carbondale, Illinois, two daughters Joy Blank and husband Tom of Norfork, Arkansas and Jody Miller and husband Trent of Mountain Home, Arkansas, four grandchildren Cameron, Angela, Jason and Domino and four great grandchildren Lydia, C.J., Xander and one on the way. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and many siblings.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 13, 2016, at Roller Funeral Home with Reverend John Easterling officiating. A visitation will be Tuesday from Noon until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be private.
Arrangements are by Roller Funeral Home.
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7 Condolence(s)
Janet Teague
Wednesday, September 14, 2016
Mr. Messerschmidt will always be remembered for his kindness and generosity. He always wore a smile.
Cathy Rooney
Wednesday, September 14, 2016
Cherish the memories. No words can take away the void left behind. Prayers for your family.
Tim Jessen
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
To Dick,Phil,Joy and Jody, Your father was a good man who I always looked up to with respect and admiration. He was a great friend to the Jessen family. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. With deepest regards, Tim Jessen
sears
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
so very sorry what a kind man always a joy to take care of
Diane Reimann
Sunday, September 11, 2016
Eldon was a kind and thoughtful friend. He always had a smile for everyone and I will miss our weekly phone calls. Rest in peace, dear friend. Diane
Kaye Jarvis
Sunday, September 11, 2016
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Joy.
Kelli Opitz
Saturday, September 10, 2016
We will miss Mr Eldon ....The Girls at the Bouquet palace always looked forward to him coming in and visiting .....I will miss his smile and hugs .....so sorry for your loss .. ....Prayers and hugs ...Kelli