Kenneth Ray Messman , 72 of Otterbein, died, Wednesday, February 10, 2021. He was born November 10, 1948, to the late Kenneth & Doris Helen (Bird) (Messman) Thomas. He was a 1966 graduate of Fowler High School & received his Metal Fabrication Certificate from Purdue University. He had previously worked at Dynamics & Arkay-Textral. Kenny enjoyed fishing & watching Indiana University basketball on TV.

Kenny is survived by 2 Sons, Jeff (Nicole) Wilson & Jason Wilson, Daughter, Jennifer (Pablo) Anastacio, 6 Grandchildren, Austin, Kaitlyn, Peyton, Mauricio, Emmanuel & Cristian, 2 Sisters, Liz (Larry) Rainwater & Brenda (Chuck) Luther, 2 Nephews, Corbin & Brooks & a Niece, Bret. He is preceded in death by his Dad, Kenneth Messman, Mom & Step-Father, Helen & Willard Thomas. Grandson, Avery Wilson & Maternal Grandparents, Jesse & Gloria Bird.

In accordance with Kenny's wishes there will be no services. Shoemaker Funeral Home, Otterbein, is assisting Kenny's Family. Visit www.shoemakerfh.com or Shoemaker Funeral Home- Otterbein, Indiana Facebook page to leave any condolences or to share a memory of Kenny.