Gene Messick Obituary
He is survived by his sons, Larry Messick and Gene Messick, Jr., and his daughter, Linda (Gerry) Leinonen; as well as 4 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
Gene was preceded in death by his wife, Melba, in 2012 and 3 brothers.
Gene's life revolved around working for the Lord. He was previously a member of Osceola Church of the Brethren, but most recently, he was a member of Calvary Assembly of God. He built houses and schools in Honduras and witnessed in the jungles of Africa. His life was a testimony to his faith in the Lord.
A Funeral Service in his honor will be at the mausoleum at Rice Cemetery 400 James St., Elkhart, IN 46516 on Wednesday November 16, 20223 at 1 PM. Pastor Keith McFarren will officiate.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Jerusalem Prayer Team.
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J.Paul Furrow
November 17, 2022
Condolences to the family. Gene and I shared many trips overseas. He was a brother, in the Lord, and a dear friend. Only Eternity will tell the number of souls he touched. Blessings!
Pam Hazinski (STEBBINS)
November 15, 2022
My best memory of Gene is when he would take me and others out witnessing with him and he would always introduce me as their bodyguard because I was taller than the rest of them. I am so thankful for the life that Gene shared with me.
Penny Johnson
November 12, 2022
I absolutely loved cutting Gene beard every Sunday at work. I loved him dearly. He was always happy to see me. His son would bring him in.id make.sure gene would stay in the building for his son to drive up to the building. May God give you comfort during this time.
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Bob Farrell
November 12, 2022
Linda, These are the hardest of times in our lives. But know your Dad is with Mom now, and in a far better place. My prayers go out for you and your brothers.
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