Lucretia Messer

Born in Live Oak, Florida, on March 10, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Reece and Elzie Curtis. Lucretia had resided in Tallahassee for the last forty-five years.

She took pleasure in cooking, creating gift bows, arranging flowers, crafting wreaths, and bringing laughter to others. Her career was primarily in sales, and she had a knack for connecting with people, always ready to lend a hand to those in need. Renowned for her warmth and generosity, Lucretia treasured the time spent with friends and family. She frequently expressed that she was a child of God.

Her passing was preceded by her son, Michael King; her brother, Jack Curtis; her sister, Shelby Jean Curtis; and her cherished pet, Tarvey.

Lucretia leaves behind two daughters, Sonya Avant (Bill) and Cheryl Taylor; her granddaughters, Crystal Avant and Heather Taylor; and numerous extended family members and friends who will greatly miss her.

A Celebration of her Life will be scheduled at a future date.

Those wishing to extend their condolences are invited to make a donation to a charity of their choice in her honor.

Please sign the guestbook to share memories and condolences with the family.

A Final Tribute

Miss Me, But Let Me Go

When I come to the end of the road

and the sun has set for me,

I want no rites in a gloom-filled room,

Why cry for a soul set free?

Miss me a little, but not too long,

and not with your head bowed low.

Remember the love that once we shared;

Miss me, but let me go.

For this is a journey that we all must take,

and each must go alone.

It’s all a part of the Master’s plan,

a step on the road to home.

When you are lonely and sick at heart,

go to the friends we know.

Laugh at all the things we used to do;

And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds,

Miss me, but let me go.