In Loving Memory of Mildred Christine Messer
April 4, 1930 – June 4, 2025
Mildred Christine Messer, 95, of Canton, Georgia, passed peacefully on June 4, 2025, surrounded by the family she cherished so dearly. Born on April 4, 1930, in Forsyth County, Georgia, Mildred was the beloved daughter of Eva Mae Barns Garmon and Harvey Garmon.
A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, Mildred's life was a testament to love, strength, and joy. She is survived by her devoted husband of 59 years, Herbert Harold Messer, and her children: James Mobley of Canton, Georgia; Greg (Debra) Mobley of Dacula, Georgia; Jo Ann (David) Brooks of Free Home, Georgia; and Bobbie Adamson of Canton, Georgia.
Mildred's legacy continues through her grandchildren Tyler Brooks, Trent Brooks, Bobby Gene Peavy Jr., Brian Peavy, Chris Corsaro, and LeAnn Johnson; her great-grandchildren Elaia Owlsley Boulahanis Brooks, Savannah White, Joshua Peavy, Hannah Peavy, Jacob Peavy, Ally Johnson, Elijah "Eli" Johnson, Brooke Peavy, Kinze Peavy, Landon Corsaro, Dakota Edwards; and her great-great-grandsons, Oliver Bruce Wayne Keith, Remi Edwards.

She is preceded in death by her beloved sisters Dorothy "Dot" Brannon, Louette Frady, Lucille Frady, Clara Mae Frady, Runell Green, Ruth Hunter, and her brother Horace Garmon.
Mildred lived a vibrant life filled with activity, laughter, and love. Known affectionately as the "Cornhole Queen," she brought competitive spirit and joy to every family gathering. She was an avid water-skier who delighted in teaching both her children and grandchildren to glide across the water. Her love of dancing was matched only by the rhythm of her generous heart.
Hardworking and dedicated, Mildred retired after 30 years with Frito-Lay, leaving behind a legacy of determination and perseverance. But above all, she will be remembered for her deep love for her family, her infectious smile, and her unshakable faith in the goodness of life.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Darby Funeral Home. A celebration of Mildred's life will take place on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 12:30 PM in the Darby Funeral Home Chapel, with her nephew Norris Garmon officiating. Interment will follow at the Georgia National Cemetery.
Mildred's life touched so many, and while she will be deeply missed, her love and spirit will continue to live on through the generations of family she nurtured and inspired.

The service will be live-streamed at:
https://vimeo.com/event/5195264