Emory W. Messenger's Obituary
Mr. Emory W. Messenger, age 91 , passed away Monday, October 26, 2009 at Knollview Manor. He was born in Baldwin, MI on July 22, 1918 to Harry and Bessie (Herendeen) Messenger. He married the former Martha E. Dreese in Grand Haven, MI on September 23, 1939. She survives him along with 1 son, Jerry L. Messenger of Norton Shores; 3 grandchildren, Andrea (Isaac) Moffett, William (Kathy) Messenger and Emory (Debbie) Messenger; 10 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-granddaughter. He was employed as a Tool & Die Maker at American Coil Spring until his retirement in 1975. He was a very active member of Trinity Baptist Church, 4381 S. Sheridan Rd., where the FUNERAL SERVICE will be held Thursday, 12:00 o’clock noon with Pastor Scott Church officiating. Visitation will be this evening 6-8 p.m. at
The Lee Chapel
Sytsema Funeral Homes, Inc.
6291 S. Harvey St.
(231) 798-1100
He will be laid to rest in Sunrise Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Baptist Church.
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