Kyle T. Messer, 34 of Paxton, died at 2:43 a.m. Thursday, July 14, 2022, as a result of an automobile accident.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 23, 2022 at Full Gospel Christian Fellowship, 619 S. Railroad, Paxton with Pastor Terry Cooper officiating. Burial will follow in Glen Cemetery, Paxton. A Celebration of Life will be at the church following the burial. Baier Family Funeral Services, Paxton is assisting the family with arrangements.

Visitation will be from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Saturday at the church.

Kyle was born November 4, 1987, in Urbana the son of Stuart Baier and Cathy Messer.

He is survived by his mother, Cathy of Paxton, his father and stepmother Stu and Patti Baier of Paxton; one brother Tyler Baier; a niece; his paternal grandmother, Wilma Baier, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins and his dog, Jack.

Kyle was preceded in death by his grandparents, Gene and Naomi Messer and Larry Baier and his best friend, his dog, Moe.

He graduated from PBL High School in 2006 and from Parkland College with an associate degree.  He worked for the University of Illinois Building and Services Department.

Kyle was a man of faith and attended Full Gospel Christian Fellowship Church. His favorite Bible verse was Philippians 4:13, I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. He enjoyed Harley-Davidson motorcycles and was an avid St. Louis Cardinal and Green Bay Packers fan.  He was a serious collector of sports cards and memorabilia.  He also took great pride in the fact that he owned shares in the Green Bay Packers.  Kyle loved working on his house and yard and wanted everything to be immaculate.  But nothing meant more to him than spending time with his family.

Kyle's admiration for his grandpa and great grandpa, Gene and Willard Messer, and the examples that they set for him were evident in the way he lived his life. Kyle will be remembered for his unique and contagious laugh, his smile and the way he lit up a room.   He will be missed by many.

Memorials may be made to an organization of the donor's choice.  Please share your memories and condolences with the family at www.baierfuneralservices.com .