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VICKI MESSMANN Obituary

The following obituary is being republished to provide information regarding services. VICKI MESSMANN, 65, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2016. She was a beloved mom and grandma. Born in Fort Wayne, she was the daughter of E.R. Tony Hile and Henrietta Hile. She was a 1969 graduate of Central Catholic School. She retired from Fort Wayne Community Schools in special education routing. She attended Most Precious Blood Catholic Church. She enjoyed shopping and going to her grandchildren's sporting events and spending time at the lake. Surviving are her mother, Henrietta (Brockamp) Hile; one son, Josh Messmann; two daughters, Carly (Justin) Craker and Sara (Rob) McInturf; five grandchildren, Brayden, Preston, Jaxon, Ella, and Avery; one brother, Randy Hile; two sisters, Angie (Bud) Wheeler and Amy (Julie Houser) Hile; and her beloved dog, Callie. She was preceded in death by her father; and one granddaughter, Ansleigh. Memorial mass is 10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 5, 2017, at Most Precious Blood Catholic Church, 1515 Barthold St., Fort Wayne with calling from 9 to 10 a.m. prior to service at the church. Calling is from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2017, at Fairhaven Funeral Home, 6557 N. Clinton St., Fort Wayne. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Most Precious Blood Athletic department or Perfect Paws Pet Rescue, Fort Wayne.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers from Dec. 31, 2016 to Jan. 1, 2017.

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Barbara Boggs

January 4, 2017

I only met Vicki once, but it was easy to see the fun-filled, spirited woman she was. She will be missed by many. My prayers are with you and your family.

Lynn Bobay

January 3, 2017

I am sorry to hear of your loss. Vicki was a friend for many years - through Q of A, CCHS, and Hamilton Lake. She was a special lady, and will be in my prayers.

gloria jones

January 2, 2017

So sorry for the loss of your Mother, she visited me in Florida with my son and family, who will miss her very much.

jonathan agudo

January 2, 2017

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. It is heartbreaking for someone to leave us in death. Please find peace and comfort in knowing that God understands your grief and that He cares.
~ 1 Peter 5:6, 7

December 31, 2016

sorry for your loss. May you draw close to our loving God by reading his word and find comfort in the hope that he gives us all of seeing our loved ones again in a beautiful new Paradise home here on Earth.

Linda Smith

December 31, 2016

Vicki - rest in peace. I loved your laugh, sparkle in your eyes and your long fight with cancer. The family is in my thoughts and prayers

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