Tuesday, August 28, 2018. Beloved husband for 40 years of Kathy Mess (nee Hennerich); loving father of Nicholas, Ashley and Jessica Mess; cherished grandfather of Jacob and Olivia Mess; dear brother of Angie Duraski, Becky (Scott) Messel, Terri (Alan) Kamper and the late Jimmy Mess; our dearest uncle, great-uncle, brother-in-law, cousin and friend to many.
John was the founder of John Mess Plumbing & Drainlaying L.L.C. He was a beloved soccer coach and player.
Services: Funeral at KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL, 10151 Gravois, Wednesday, September 5, 11:00 a.m. Interment at St. Paul Churchyard Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday, 4-9 p.m.