Deanna F. Messing, 78, a resident of Romeo since 1967, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2020 at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital in Clinton Township. Deanna was born Sept. 21, 1941 in Bad Axe, Michigan, the daughter of Daniel and Emma (Heleski) Duda. She married Thomas Messing on October 26, 1963 at St Joseph’s Catholic Church in Rapson.
Deanna retired in 1967 as a secretary for Manhattan Container company in Hazel Park where she worked for many years. After her retirement, she spent her time raising her five children. Along with her family, they were long time members of St Clement of Rome Catholic Church in Romeo. In her spare time, she enjoyed cooking, baking, gardening and taking care of her flowers.
Deanna is survived by her husband Tom; children, Cheryl Messing of Shelby Township, Cindy Rutyna of Plymouth, David (Candice) Messing of Shelby Township, Matthew Messing of Macomb Township and Elizabeth (Eric) Stahmer of Shelby Township; grandchildren, Jacob and Rachel Rutyna as well as Lincoln, Grant and Alexa Messing.; and siblings, Theresa (Dennis) Wojtalewicz and James (Michelle) Duda.
Deanna was preceded in death by her brother, William Duda.
Visitation is scheduled 2-8 p.m., Thursday, March 19 at the Henry M. Malburg Funeral Home, Romeo.
Funeral services are scheduled for 10 a.m., Friday, March 20 at St Clement of Romeo Catholic Church, Romeo.
Donations to Samaritan House would be appreciated. Mail to Samaritan House, 62324 Van Dyke, Washington, MI 48094.
