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Patrick Alonzo Messam Jr.

Patrick Messam Obituary

MESSAM, PATRICK ALONZO, JR.

On December 25, 2005, the beloved husband of Heather Messam. He is also survived by devoted parents, Mary and Patrick Messam, Sr.; son, Rodney Wallace-Messam. Brother of Gail Wilbor, William Messam, Robert Messam, Ann Morrison and Steven Messam; grandfather of Xavier Wallace-Messam. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends on Friday, December 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. at POPE FUNERAL HOMES FORESTVILLE CHAPEL, P.A, 5538 Marlboro Pk., Forestville, MD and on Saturday, December 31 from 9 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at Mount Ephraim Baptist Church, 610 Largo Rd., Upper Marlboro, MD, Pastor Joseph A. Gilmore, Jr., officiating. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

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Published by The Washington Post on Dec. 29, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Patrick Messam

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22 Entries

Roy McBain

April 11, 2020

RIP my friend, sorry I am so late, just found out about about Patrick passing. From my family please accept our sympathy. I worked with Patrick at New York City Department of Employment before he left to attend Georgetown Law School in the early 80s. Was a special person. Roy McBain

RODNEY WALLACE-MESSAM

February 14, 2006

I WILL ALWAYS CONTINUE TO BELIEVE THAT MY FATHER IS WATCHING OVER ALL OF US THAT HAS LOVED HIM AND THAT HE HAS LOVED, SO I'M SENDING HIM THIS VALENTINES DAY ENTRY BECAUSE I KNOW HE'S AWARE OF WHAT TODAY IS AND WAS NEVER LATE IN SENDING OUT HIS CARDS LETTING EVERYONE KNOW HOW MUCH HE APPRICIATED AND LOVED THEM ALL. DAD, EACH AND EVERYDAY NO MATTER WHAT I'M DOING I CANNOT GO THROUGH THE DAY WITHOUT HAVING A POSITIVE THOUGHT OF YOU. THE MOST I MISS ABOUT YOU IS THE FACT THAT IF I NEED AN ANSWER TO A QUESTION I KNEW I COULD ALWAYS DEPEND ON YOU TO GIVE ME THE BEST POSSIBLE SCENERIO. I ALWAYS APPRICIATED AND GAVE YOU ALL THE CREDIT FOR THAT, WHEN SOMEONE ASKED ME "HOW DO YOU KNOW THAT?" I WOULD SAY TO MYSELF BECAUSE THE SMARTEST MAN I KNOW TOLD ME SO, TO THEM I WOULD SAY, "I ASKED MY POPS." THAT'S WHAT I MISS, YOUR INTELLECT, YOUR WIT, YOUR VOICE OF REASON. I'LL TRY TO CONTINUE WITH THOSE ATTRIBUTES AND PASS THEM ON TO YOUR GRANDSON XAVIER AND SHARE THEM WITH THE REST OF SOCIETY. YOU HAVE BEEN AND WILL BE CONTINUOUSLY LOVED BY US ALL. HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY FROM ALL THOSE THAT YOU LOVE AND THOSE THAT LOVE YOU YOUR SON RODNEY.

Michele Lloyd-Bey

January 27, 2006

To the Messam Family,

We send our deepest condolences and our most sincere prayers on the passing of Patrick. We've had the pleasure of knowing Patrick for well over twenty years and he will be especially missed for his keen sense of humor and his quick wit. Patrick left us much too quickly. May God Bless your family and carry you through this very difficult time.

Michele and the Lloyd-Bey Family

New York City

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Tanya Washington

January 17, 2006

Rodney,

It is difficult to lose someone very dear to us, especially when it's a parent, but I would like to commend you on the way you stood by your dad and nourished him during this challenging time. Even though your dad departed us too soon, Rodney I can assure you he is looking over you without a worry because he knows he has done a wonderful job in teaching you to become the great man you are today! Stay strong and focus and I KNOW YOU WILL PASS ON ALL HIS GREAT ATTRIBUTES to our son Xavier. Patrick is very dear to my heart and his grandson will know his grandfather was a kind and giving man.

With Love Always, Tee.

Patricia Campbell

January 16, 2006

I grew up with the Messam's in Douglas Project. I have known all of them all my life. I love them as if they were my own brothers and sisters. My condolences go to his wife and his family.

Patrice Veal

January 12, 2006

Hi Rodney,

You have my deepest sympathy in the passing of your father (Patrick). May you find comfort in knowing God is there for you. Know that the Holy Spirit is your comforter in your time of need. Lean on HIM is above us all. Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning. You're in my prayers. Kevin & I both love you.

With the love of Jesus

Geneva Veal

January 11, 2006

To Rodney...I extend my condolences to you and the Messam Family. I have pleasant memories of your father (The Professor). God blessed you with loving and caring parents. Keep his spirit alive in your heart and be as good a father to your son, as he was to you. Cherish every moment...Love you

Chrystal Jones

January 11, 2006

Hi Rodney,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these trying times in your life. My mom past away a little over a year ago and I still have trying days. I rely on God and God only for strength in everyday life. He is the answer to all my prayers. Please seek Him for any uncertainties and He will direct your path.

Love,

Chrystal and Tynesia

Tonya McLendon

January 11, 2006

Hi Rodney,

Sorry to hear about your father and I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Keep God first and he will see you through!! May God Bless You!!

" Ann " Taylor

January 9, 2006

Hi Rodney

To God be the glory.

I'm so sorry I could'nt be there with you and your family for Patrick's homegoing.I was with you in spirit. Stay strong but, don't forget about yourself. Please surround yourself with positive folk who have an understanding heart. Yes, this too shall pass but, it takes time. I pray that God continues to bless and keep you in His wake. You are in my prayers.

Ann Taylor

Sandi Bankston

January 9, 2006

Rodney,

I will keep you in my prayers for strength so that you will be able to go on. Some days will be worse than others but remembering the good times will keep you going.

Lisa Ward

January 6, 2006

Rodney-

I was sorry to hear that your father had past. I've heard a lot of wonderful things about you and your father over the years from your mother. Stay strong and you will be in my prayers.

Judy Wallace

January 3, 2006

Rodney,

I was sorry too hear of your father's passing.Patrick and I go way back,As you know I met Patrick when I was 13 years old and we remined friends for over 40 Years.Patrick was alot of things to me as I have told you over the years but most of all he was my "FRIEND".I will miss him very much,But I know I am a better person for knowing and loving him.I also know how proud he was of you.Keep you memories of you father in your heart..Keep the faith and know how loved Patrick was.The one thing we did together that I won't ever regret was having you.Because of you we grew up quick but it was worth it.Be strong as I know you are and know you are "Loved".I will keep the Messam Family in my Thoughts and Prayers Always.

Angela Epps

January 3, 2006

I'm sorry for the loss of your beloved husband. My sympathy goes out to you and your family. I pray Gods comforting angels around you and your family. Angela

Betty Hewlett

December 31, 2005

Heather & Family,

I am so saddened by Patrick's passing, particularly at such a young age. But please know that he certainly left his mark here on earth, touching more people than you can ever imagine. I first met Patrick years and years ago now, when as then young attorneys we were so active in the J. Franklyn Bourne Bar Association. Patrick had tons of ides and never-ending energy. We also worked on campaigns together and he then succeeded me as Chair of the Cable Television Commission. Again, he had an energy that was hard to keep up with! And oh, how he loved his music!!! I think that gave him a special "peace" that the rest of us would love to have! And most of all, Patrick loved his familY -- and he lives on through all of you. He was a fine man, a great attorney, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son and friend. What a tremendous legacy this special man leaves...

Sincerely,

Cynthia Styles

December 30, 2005

Alonzo extended himself to me when I first moved to Maryland, unfortunately we were unable to connect. We were still family and I am very sorry for your loss.

Brandie Fennell

December 29, 2005

Heather and Family: We are sorry to hear of your loss on Christmas Day. Patrick is in peace now with God and our prayers are with you in your time of loss. The Fennells (Brandie, Ken, CJ, Ashleigh and Mackenzie)

CHARNITA Brown

December 29, 2005

Heather,

I am remembering you as you remember the “good times”. Hold on and keep the faith.

Ester Saunders

December 29, 2005

Dionne,

I'm sorry to hear about the lost of your brother-in-law.I will be in prayer for your sister and family. God will take care of each one of you.

Lucille Bailey

December 29, 2005

Heather you have my deepest smypathy. I never got the chance to meet Patrick but I felt like I knew him from stories that Dionne told and I know he was a wonderful person. God Bless You and the Family, He is able to heal all wounds. Lucille

KYNA JOY-ZEALBERG

December 29, 2005

Rodney,

My family and I would like to express our deepest sympathy on the passing of your father. I know how much he meant to you and that he will be greatly missed.

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