Dilon Richard Messer, 19, of Fremont, OH passed away with his family by his side on Wednesday, September 20, 2017 at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo, OH. He was born on May 30, 1998 in Fremont to Richard B. Messer and Lydia Moreno. He was a 2016 graduate of Fremont Ross High School.
Dilon worked as an account representative at Rent-A-Center. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, basketball, video games, golfing, pool and corn hole. He had an incredible sense of humor and loved to make people laugh.
Dilon is survived by his father, Richard B. Messer and mother, Lydia Moreno both of Fremont, OH; siblings, Jordon (Alyssa Miller) Messer, Bowling Green, OH, Mariah Messer, Fremont, OH, niece, Elliana Messer; grandparents, Linda Moreno, Fremont, OH, Shirley (Larry) Zeigler and Ron (Tammi) Messer both of Clyde, OH; great grandparents, Amelia Gonzales and Shirley Hall; girlfriend, Madaya Garza, Fremont, OH; aunts and uncles, Sylvia (Cody) Harris, Janel (Ryan Jenkins) Moreno, Joel Moreno, Jr., Doug Gahn, Ron Messer, Tonya Messer, Steve (Laurie) Star and Tammy (Bill) Jones and many cousins.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Joel Moreno, Sr.; great grandparents Toribio and Anastacia Moreno; Santiago Gonzales and Richard Lacy.
Visitation: Sunday from 2 to 6 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St., Fremont, OH. A vigil service will take place at 5:30 p.m.
Service: Monday, September 25, 2017; 11:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 550 Smith Rd., Fremont, OH with Fr. Chris Kardzis officiating.
Memorials: Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Burial: St. Joseph Cemetery, Fremont, OH
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Theresa Nitschke
Lydia and family, So Very, Very, Sorry for the loss of your Son..Being a mother I can only imagine what you are going through..Please know you and your family are in my prayers. Sincerely, Theresa Nitschke just in case you dont remember me we worked together at FMS In the kitchen..
Tam (Haubert) Mettler
Richie, words cannot express how saddened I am of this news my heart and prayers go out to you and your family during this very difficult time.
Tam (Haubert) Mettler
Thomas Oesch
Prayers to Dilon’s family! I had the pleasure of managing him and he was such a great kid with a huge heart! He will be missed by many! Fly high big man!
Keri Toll
I’m so sorry for your loss. I am Logan Johnsons mom & he had spent a lot of time at Logan & Bridget’s house with Madaya so I got to know him. Such a sweet boy that would help anyone!! We loved him! His memories will last forever!
Adam Jenkins
I was lucky to have known Dilon for the short time I did. He is so loved, and will be missed dearly. My thoughts are with the Messers, Morenos, and Gahns in this incredibly difficult time.
Irene Casillas
My sincerest condolences to the family. My heart is heavy with grief for you . I didn’t know your son personally but no young person should leave this world when they are just starting to live.
Blessings to your family.
Wili Carter
Thoughts and sincere prayers to the family.
Leticia Reyes
My deepest sympathy in your loss. May all the wonderful memories help you through this most difficult time.
Gloria Garrick
Richard and Lydia. Neither of you know me but I am a childhood friend of your mother Linda Moreno. My condolences on the loss of your son Dilon. I cannot even come close to imagine your pain. Prayers to all of you during this difficult time.
Mindy Bowling
Oh my goodness Lydia! I am so very sorry you are going through this.
Tony,Barb,Kiki,Kamri & Keese
We are sorry to hear of Diljons passing. Please let us know if we can help you out in anyway. We love you all very much.
Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers. I will miss him and that big smile.
Hannah Strause
Where do I start I am l lost of words right now. This morning I didn’t like the news I got. First I want to say sorry and I am here for the whole Messer family. Today one of my good friends passed away. He was my partner at work someone that was with me almost everyday from 9 in the morning till 7 at night at rent a center. The talks we had in the truck and snap chats we would take while singing together. I will never ever for get those days. When my son coming in the store and saying where dilon. Dilon Messer was a big little brother that I never had my son loved him and I did. He would play with thaddeous when he would come in to work with little cars and dilon would hide them all under his shirt so thaddeous didn’t know where they were. Dilon I know now you aren’t in pain and your one of the best angles ever you will never be forgotten I am still so upset and can’t stop crying feels like a dream. Gone to soon. I remember coming in to work and when we had a lot of delivery’s I knew even though I didn’t want to deliver I knew it would be cool cause I was will you dilon. The long serious talks we had about this girl he loved so much and he would want advise from me made me feel so good to try and be able to help him to the funny silly talks we had. I could go on for days talking about the good times we had just know we will always miss and love you and you will never be forgotten. You are my big little brother for life. R.i.h and will see you again. Love ya man
Maribel Alaniz
My sincere condolences to you and all your family. My the lord give you all the strength and comfort troy get through this most difficult time. God Bless all you all.
Mick and Courtney Warner
We are so sorry for your loss. We will be praying for your family during this difficult time. God Bless.
Rebecca Wilson
I only met dilon twice thru my sister Hannah but he was an awesome person I’m so sorry for ur loss
Pastor Joyce M. Jones
The lost of a children or any close relative is especially difficult, so even though I did not know him personally. …..I can certainly understand your pain at this time and the pain in the future. Prayers sent your way.
Dot Cantrell
Deepest sympathy ❤
Nancy (Stancil) and Steve Farkas
Ronnie Messer and family. So sorry for your loss. May God help you in time of sorrow
Marilyn Missler
Lydia and family, I’m so very sorry for your loss. I cannot begin to imagine losing a child however, God lost His only Son and understands fully what you are experiencing. Lean on Him. You are in my prayers. Marilyn Missler
Michelle Martin
My prayers go out to u guys & your family Lydia & Richie. I cannot begin to imagine how u feel. I pray that God wraps his arms around u guys & comforts u as much as possible.
Karlotta Humphrey
I am so very sorry for your loss
Andrea, Harley and Cedric Carter
Our hearts ache for you and your loss. We know your pain all too well. The good Lord has received yet another angel at his side. I pray you find peace for yourselves and the family. With love, Harley, Andrea and Cedric…….
Tracy Pasch-Davisson
I am so sorry for your loss Richie and Lydia. My heart breaks for you both. I did not know Dilon but I am sure he was an amazing young man just like his parents. May God be with you in this time of loss and pain and may Dilon rest in peace.
Lisa Guzman Durbin
Janel, Ryan, Lucy, Ivan and the entire Messer/ Moreno family: The Guzman family mourns with you. We hope you find some peace in knowing Grandpa Moreno was there with open arms to greet him in Heaven. We are heartbroken for you all and will keep your family in our prayers for comfort in the difficult days that face you.
Kourtney Jared
Lydia and Richie, my heart goes out to you! I cannot even begin to imagine what you are going through! Sending my deepest sympathy and prayers! This is just heart wrenching! Hugs! ❤️
Cathy Dearth
Lydia, Rich and Family. I’m so sorry for the loss on your son. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cortney Rapp
Lydia my thoughts and prayers go out to you. I really enjoyed having the chance to know and teach your son. May he rest in peace.
Consulea M Martin
I’m sorry about the loss of your Son but I enjoyed seeing him at my home hanging with my Son James my prayer is for peace and comfort for the entire family.
Tyler Heslet
Lydia I’m sorry for your loss. Not only was he your son, he was my brother! I’m sorry I can’t be there, I’m stuck on base! Dillon had always had my back, even when no else did. But he’s up in a better place watching over us all. If only he was here.
But once again Lydia, I’m sorry!
Justin Held and family
We are so sorry for the loss of your son. We will keep you in our hearts and prayers.
jarrod humphrey
I have no idea what you are going through but it hurts me too
Lucy Mathia
Richie and family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. Our very sincere condolences.
Tom and Laura Harris
Our entire family sends all of you our love and condolences. This is such a tragic loss, and we only wish we could do something to help ease the pain.
Your family is a wonderful example of love and togetherness; our hearts go out to you.
LaRae Bryant
Richie and Lydia,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I cannot begin to imagine how you feel, but I hope you find comfort in all the out pouring of love for Dilon! My deepest sympathy!
LaRae Bryant
Elaine Franks
Lydia—Prayers to you and your family. Hold on to all the wonderful memories that you shared with your son. R.I.P., Dilon.
LeAnn Brown
To the family of Dilon–losing a loved one is hard but a child is harder. It leaves you with so many what ifs. My son died in 2007 so I know the grief you feel. Only time and the love of God helped me through my grief. We all grieve differently so this next year will be your individual journey of ups and downs. That is ok. Just remember God tells us He will never leave us or forsake us nor will He give us more than we can handle. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Ken Jenkins
So sorry to hear about Dillon. I can’t imagine what you are going through. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Dana Greer
To the family, may god give you extra strength, as you and your family grieve! Prayers going up! RIH Dilon. Another angel got his wings!
Lola Sanchez Peters
My heart goes out to you Richie and Lydia. Carlos and you have been friends forever. Losing a child is very hard, My parents went through that when my sister Lupe died before they went. Your family will be in my prayers .
Jessica Jenkins
To the family of Dilon Messer;
Thoughts and prayers are with you throughout this incredibly tough time. May the memories live throughout a lifetime and hold them close. May God bring comfort to the family and friends knowing that he is reunited with other family members.
My deepest sympathy,
Jessica Jenkins
Sarah thomson
I am so sorry.
Debbie Hargrove
Shirley,
I am so sorry for the loss of your grandson. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Debbie Hargrove
Janie Villarreal
Lydia and family there are no words to express how I feel. May the Lord Jesus give you peace and strength in the days to come. With all my heart I wish I could be there to comfort you. I love you and always know that my prayers are always with you.
The Jenkins
Heartfelt sorrow and sympathy to the family. Gone away to the gates of heaven way to soon.
Lupita Humberger
Neither family know me , except Laurie Star, sorry for you loss. Prayers to family.
The Vaughn family
Dilon’s family, please accept my deepest condolences. May God’s promises found at Acts 24:15 and Psalms 37:29 bring you comfort during this difficult time.
Stan & Theresa Poe
My wife, Theresa and I wish you peace and comfort at this time and beyond. We were so sorry to hear of Dilon’s passing. Our most heartfelt and sincere condolences to you and your entire families~~~ Stan & Theresa Poe / Ki` Johnson’s grandparents
Sean and Nicole Sprouse
We are so very sorry to hear of this tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this very difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss.
Amy Fraley
To the Family of Dilon Messer, there are no words that I can say that will make this horrible tragic loss any easier… the only one that can do that is God… I pray that the Lord comforts you all which I know he will… all I can say is how truly sorry I am for the loss of your precious Dilon…… he is with Jesus, whom will take care of him with all his angels….
Corey, Amy, and Bryant Fraley
Viola Recny
All of our heartfelt condolences to The Messer Family,
we are praying for you. May God strengthen each one of you until we are reunited with Dylan in Heaven.
Mark & Viola Recny and Triumph Church