Marion E. Messics

Marion E. Messics, 92, formerly of Bethlehem, passed away January 2, 2025 in Florida. She is the wife of late John F. Messics. She was born in Bethlehem on November 29, 1932 to the late Harry F. and Edith (Miller) Faust. Marion was a homemaker the majority of her life and worked various industries in the Lehigh Valley Area. She is a member of the former St. Joseph Catholic Church, Bethlehem. Marion enjoyed gardening in her earlier years and crocheting for her family and friends. Marion is survived by her daughter: Debra A. Elliott (Gerald L. McNelis) of Bethlehem; 6 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandson. She is predeceased by her daughter: Linda D. Cline, great granddaughter: Cheyenne S. Persaud; siblings: Arthur, Gladys Crouthamel, Janet Mastroperi. Private services at Washington Crossings National Cemetery, Newtown. Online memorial tributes at www.heintzelmancares.com. Arrangements are by the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Hellertown. In lieu of flowers, please plant some flowers in spring and watch them grow, which would certainly make Marion proud.