Conesus Lake: At age 95, Gwen passed peacefully on February 7, 2021 at her residence at Morgan Estates in Geneseo, NY. She was born on March 15, 1925 in Union, Missouri to the late Charles and Ora Blanche Welsh. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband Richard C. Messner, daughter Jane Noyes, grandsons Jason Noyes and Phillip Noyes, and sister Charlene Cox. Survived by children; Richard (Marcia) Messner Jr of Norman, OK, Catharine (James) Miles of FL, and Charles (Joanne) Messner of Livonia; 13 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, son-in-law Keith (Laura) Noyes, and several nieces & nephews.
Gwen grew up in Grant City, Missouri graduating from high school and later joining the United States Coast Guard during WWII. She served from 1944-1946 as part of the USCG SPARS. Gwen met her husband Richard in the service and they were married in Honolulu on June 13th 1946. Together they owned and operated Messner Buick Pontiac in Geneseo, NY.
She was a wonderful and loving mother and grandmother. Gwen could often be found on the golf course as she was an avid golfer. She also enjoyed scrabble, playing bridge, knitting, and gardening.
A Memorial Service to Celebrate her Life will be held on a date to be determined. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Gwen’s memory to Livingston County Hospice or your favorite charity. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Charlie and Joanne so sorry to hear about your Mom she as my neighbor at the Park visited her many times at Morgan Estates but most of all enjoyed her company at Golf knitting together playing games and cards and especially her laugh she as a beautiful person and she will be missed
Dick, Marcia and the Messner Family,
I am so very sorry to read about the loss of your Mother. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Dick and Marcia, I think of you often. I hope your family is healthy.
My sympathy to you all,
Pastie Levey
Charlie, Joanne and family,
Gwen was my sweet landlady on Pebble Beach from 1980-85. She was always easy going and kind. I never forgot how good she was to me. So sorry for this great loss in your family.
A grand lady and mother who put up with Jane and my antics so many years ago. Fond memories of Gwen and life in Lakeville.
Joanne. Charlie & all my Grandchildren:
You know I’m praying for all of you..Your Grandma Messner was a wonderful lady, and I know she’s very happy where she is. She’s having a grand reunion with all of her loved ones who’ve gone before her. So as you celebrate her life, know that she’s also watching over all of you. .Love you all !!!
Aunt Gwen was one of a kind. She had a great sense of humor and raised us some amazing cousins. We will truly miss her and always cherish the memories.
I had the pleasure of knowing Gwen when I worked at Morgan’s Estate and what a pleasant woman she was. My condolences to her family and friends.
Charlie, Joanne, Christina and Chris, David and Alexandra, Sarah thinking of you all as you deal with the loss of your mother and grandmother. May you find peace and comfort.
Love to the whole Messner family.
My sincere condolences to the Messner family and God Bless Gwen
So sorry Charlie & Joann for your families loss! Thought are with you!
What a sweet lady Gwen was. My sincere condolences to the Messenger family.
Joanne and family,
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Gwen did live a long life but it is still hard to lose a loved one.