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Richard Messman Obituary
Menasha - Richard Charles "Dick" Messman, Sr., age 57, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 17, 2018.
Dick was born on May 6, 1960 in Neenah a son of the late George and Myrtle (Shuckhart) Messman, Sr. Dick was a 1978 Menasha High School graduate. He was united in marriage to Laura Jacobs on December 31, 1982 in Menasha. Dick was employed with Great Northern Container Corporation for over 37 years. He loved to fish and hunt and was always willing to lend a hand.
Dick is survived by his wife, Laura of 35 years, three children, Melody and special friend Trish, Kala Messman and Richard Messman, Jr. four grandchildren, Dante, Deacon, LaMaya and William, and by four siblings, Corrine (Tim) Gosz, George (Mary) Messman, Jr., Cathy (Dave) Uttecht and Fred (Wynne) Messman. Dick was also preceded in death by a sister, Christine and his mother and father-in-law, Marilyn and William Jacobs.
A celebration of Dick's life will be held on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at Lucky Dog'z 157 S. Green Bay Road in Neenah from 4-7 pm. In lieu of other expressions of sympathy a memorial fund is being established for Dick's family. "Because I Can"
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Mary Strzok
February 26, 2018
May you always be in peace you were such a kind giving person always looking out for all you will be missed bud
Mike Van Domelen
January 25, 2018
Fred, I am terribly sorry to learn of your brother's passing. As much as my brothers mean to me, I cannot fathom the heartbreak of losing a sibling. Especially at such a young age. Take comfort knowing that Dick is in God's care. may he rest in peace. You and your family are in our prayers.
Mary Strzok
January 24, 2018
May always be remembered dear you were always there to help anyone in need or care you are always loved by so many be at peace dear
Krisi Jacobs
January 23, 2018
Sorry for your loss. You all are in my prayers.
Robin Julius
January 22, 2018
Rest in peace Dick. I can't imagine the pain.
Dean Curtis
January 22, 2018
I'm sorry for your loss. Had many great times fishing with Dick. He taught me things about fishing the dams. The fish will not be safe in heaven with him there.
Katie Plante
January 22, 2018
George,
Sorry to hear about Dick. Just wanted you to know that you & your family are in my thoughts & prayers.
Joe Ryba
January 21, 2018
Laura and family I'm so sorry to hear of your loss of Dick, we worked together at GNC, and he was a great friend had lots of good times together.
May God help you thru these tuff times.
Love Joe & Kathy Ryba
Joe Ryba
January 21, 2018
Laura & family I'm so sorry of your loss, I worked with Dick at GNC, he was a great frind and lots of fun to be around.
May God bless and help you thru these times
Joe & Kathy Ryba
Lyman and Joan Depner
January 21, 2018
So sorry for your loss. Have fond memories of Dick and the entire Messman family during our days on Broad Street.
January 19, 2018
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your loved one. May the God who "binds up broken-hearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family at this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1,2
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