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John Messa, Jr. Obituary
Calling hours 5-7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 16, at McGrath, Myslinski, Kowalczyk & Nunn Funeral Directors, 470 French Rd., Utica. Mass of Christian Burial 9 a.m., Saturday, Oct 17, from Historic Old St. John's Church, Utica. Burial, with Military Honors, in Forest Hill Cemetery.
Donations to Feed Our Vets (www.feedourvets.org) or Tunnel to Towers (www.t2t.org). Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
Arrangements by McGrath, Myslinski, Kowalczyk & Nunn Funeral Directors.
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Lauren and Dick Mattia
October 20, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lauren and Dick Mattia
Michael and Angela Pikul
October 18, 2025
We ask God´s comfort for you and your family at this sorrowful time. Please accept our apologies for not attending services.
Marion Sciortino Goodwin
October 17, 2025
Dear Jeff and Family, I was so saddened to hear of your father's passing. We always hold out hope, that a miracle will happen and that the Good Lord will give us more time with our loved ones. But in His own way, God did heal your Dad and took him to live in heaven - No greater love can be shown. All my love to you.
Megan Legler
October 16, 2025
Sending my heartfelt condolences to the entire Messa family. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Rick Roberts
October 14, 2025
Rest in Peace John. Blessings and prayers to the entire Messa family.
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