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Claudia Messina Obituary
Claudia Lee (Martin) Messina, 85, of Bryan passed from this life peacefully Monday, December 3, 2012 surrounded by her loving family. Graveside services are set for 10 a.m. Thursday, December 6, in Alexander Cemetery in the Alexander Community with the Rev. Henry Stoval officiating.
Claudia was born April 25, 1927 in Franklin, Texas to the Claude and Florence (Bishop) Martin. In her younger years she loved dancing with her favorite dance partner Joe. She enjoyed drinking coffee and visiting with friends and always lived life to the fullest.
She is preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Carl Martin; and two sisters, Sudie Flatt and Lillian Cikalo.
Claudia leaves to cherish her memories her husband of 64 years, Joe Messina Sr.; son, Joseph Messina Jr.; three daughters, Delores Martin, Carolyn Lyons, and Jo Lynn and Charles (Spook) Vernon; a sister, Mary Alice Farrington; a sister-in-law, Mary Martin; special niece, Donna Mareth and nephew, Claude Wayne Martin; a special friend and caregiver, Gladys West; six grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.
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December 6, 2012
Jo Lynn, I am so sorry for your lost and I'm truly sorry for not being there for you all. I did not find out till it was to late. Please tell Joe I am praying for him and all of you. I know there is nothing anyone can say or do at a time like this but please know I am Praying, thinking, and loving all of you.
Marilyn Green
and Family
December 6, 2012
DEAR FAMILY,
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES ARE EXTENDED TO YOU AND YOURS AT THIS TIME.
I HAVE SUCH GOOD MEMORIES OF MS. CLAUDIA. WHILE GROWING UP, I SAW HER MOST SUNDAY MORNINGS AT TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH. I WAS ALSO WELCOMED IN HER HOME MANY TIMES TO PLAY WITH HER DAUGHTERS. MAY YOU ALSO REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES FROM THE PAST. I PRAY THEY COMFORT YOUR HEART IN THE TRYING DAYS AHEAD.
MARCI K. WARD
(THE MORRIS WARD FAMILY)
Toni Flores
December 6, 2012
Joe, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your children at this time. I remember the many times she would bring you supper if you worked late or just came by to visit you at work. A true beautiful mother and loving wife.
December 6, 2012
Jo Lynn,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this time.
The Kitchens' Family
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