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Assunta "Sue" Messier
1949 - 2026
BORN
1949
DIED
2026
FUNERAL HOME
220 North Main Street
East Longmeadow, Massachusetts
UPCOMING SERVICE
Visitation
Mar. 15, 2026
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Forastiere Smith Funeral & Cremation
Assunta Messier Obituary
1949 - 2026
SPRINGFIELD
Assunta "Sue" Messier, 76, passed away on March 11, 2026, at her home. Born in Springfield, MA on May 11, 1949, the daughter of the late Filippo and Carmela Ieraci, Sue graduated from Commerce High School in the Class of 1967.
For 42 years, Sue was a dedicated employee of CVS Pharmacy on Belmont Avenue. Where, for 35 years she ran the card department and was affectionately known by many as "Sue the card lady". She retired and was given the special proclamation from Mayor Domenic J. Sarno declaring Tuesday, March 5, 2024 (her retirement date) to be known as 'Assunta 'Sue' Messier Day' in the City of Springfield.
Sue was an avid reader; she enjoyed cooking Sunday dinners for her family and doing needlepointing in her spare time. She looked forward to coffee on Mondays and Italian Class on Wednesdays at the East Longmeadow Senior Center. Above all, Sue's family meant the most to her and were the center of her world.
To cherish her memory, Sue leaves her beloved husband of 53 years, Louis O. Messier, Jr.; her devoted children Jeffrey Messier and his husband Abel, Jennifer Ferri and her husband Matthew and Stephanie Lapierre and her husband Marc; her cherished grandchildren Katherine, Sydney, Carmela, Zoe and Penelope; her sister Maria Baggetta and her husband Vince; her sister-in-law Rose Ieraci as well as several nieces and nephews. Sue was predeceased by her brother Joseph Ieraci.
Family and friends are invited to gather on Sunday, March 15, 2026 from 2 – 5 PM at Forastiere Smith Funeral & Cremation, 220 North Main Street, East Longmeadow. Funeral services be held on Monday, March 16, 2026 at 10 AM at the funeral home with visitation beginning at 9 AM. A Liturgy of Christian burial will take place at 11 AM at Holy Name Parish, Dickinson Street, Springfield followed by burial in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Tinkham Road, Springfield.
Memorial contributions in Sue's memory may be made to Friends of the Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School at www.pvpa.org or by mail to 15 Mulligan Dr., South Hadley, MA 01075. Please list "In Memory of Sue Messier" in the comment section. For more information or to leave an online condolence, please visit www.forastiere.com
Memorial Events
for Assunta Messier
Mar
15
Visitation
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Forastiere Smith Funeral & Cremation
220 North Main St., East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Mar
16
Visitation
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Forastiere Smith Funeral & Cremation
220 North Main St., East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Mar
16
Service
10:00 a.m.
Forastiere Smith Funeral & Cremation
220 North Main St., East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Mar
16
Service
11:00 a.m.
Holy Name Church
323 Dickinson St, Springfield, MA 01108
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Forastiere Smith Funeral Home & Cremation - East Longmeadow220 North Main Street, East Longmeadow, MA 01028
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Katie Woods
Earlier today
I'd like to give my sincere condolences to Sue's family. I worked with Sue for over 20 years at CVS and kept in touch after we both left the company. She was a wonderful woman, and I will miss her dearly. Sending prayers for her family.
Stella L Blakeborough
Earlier today
My Sincere Condolences to Sues family. I knew Sue from High School and also from her many years at CVS..Also knew her through her cousin Terry Galluzzo..RIP Sue..you will be missed by all who knew you.
Fran & Mike Oppedisano
Earlier today
So sorry to here of Suzie's passing, She was always a welcome face at the CVS on Sumner Ave. whenever we stopped by. Our sincere condolences to Louie and all the family.
Jennifer Ferri one
Earlier today
Sue will be missed and remembered with a smile. She was loving and sweet and generous. Its hard to imagine a family event without her.
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Jim and Edie Lopes
Yesterday
Louie and family, Edie and I are very sorry for your loss. Prayers for you all in your time of grief.
Judi & Peter Ferri
Yesterday
Sue carried a sweetness and generosity that touched everyone around her. She was always smiling, always giving, always loving. Our hearts are with her children and grandchildren, who were her greatest joy and who will forever carry her light.
Judi and Peter Ferri
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