Dorothy C. Messick
Dorothy C. Messick, age 89, of 2506 Old Orchard Rd., Quincy, died on Monday, July 15, 2013 in St. Vincent’s Home. She was born on August 14, 1923 in Quincy, a daughter of Lawrence & Anna (Toebben) Brink. She married Wayne E. Messick on August 10, 1946 in St. Francis Catholic Church. He preceded her in death on April 30, 1999.
Dorothy attended St. Francis Grade School, Notre Dame High School and Gem City Business College in Quincy. Prior to her marriage she worked at Prudential. Following her marriage she devoted her life to being a homemaker.
She was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church. Dorothy was a Girl Scout leader when her daughters were in grade school at St. Francis, and she was an active community volunteer. She was also an associate of the Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ.
Dorothy was simply a wonderful mother and grandmother.
She is survived by two daughters, Ann C. Reis and her husband David Reis of Quincy and Sue Gray and her husband Beecher Reynolds Gray of Durham, NC; five grandchildren, Brian Reis of Quincy, Christopher (Janeane) Reis of Quincy, Matthew (Niki) Gray of Raleigh, NC, Will Gray of Sanford, NC and Reynolds Gray of Raleigh, NC; two great-grandchildren, Alexandra Claire Reis and Carys Riley Gray; a twin brother, Donald “Don” Brink and his wife Pat of Cherry Hills, NJ; along with several nieces and nephews also survive.
In addition to her husband, Wayne, and her parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers and two sisters.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 22, 2013 at 9:30 a.m. in the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. in the Church of St. Peter by Msgr. Leo Enlow. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Sunday evening from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to St. Peter’s School or to St. Vincent’s Home.
Beloved Dorothy is now resting peacefully in the arms of our Lord…knowing no more pain or sorrow. Dorothy & her beloved Wayne were a pleasure to have not only known but at one time I had the pleasure of working at St.Vincents….May the Lord bless all of the family! Bette Bunte
I am so saddened to hear of the passing of Mrs. Messick. She was an amazing woman whom I became very fond of during my years at STV. I have thought of her often over the years and have great memories of her and Mr. Messick. I am forever grateful for them in helping to foster my love for long-term care. My condolences to all the family at this time of great loss.
Ann, Sue – Sorry to hear about Aunt Dorothy. I know she always perked up when Mark and I visited over Labor Day. She still could manage some humor! I always loved the fact she took care of Aunt Marian in her final years. May you find comfort knowing how much we loved your mom.
Dorothy will dearly be remembered by all whose lives she touched. Our heartfelt sympathy to her family.
Dorothy was a wonderful woman who always enjoyed a heart laugh. She and Wayne were so close. Good people all the way.
Sue, I am so sorry to hear this news. She was obviously a beautiful person who was a blessing in your life. My sincerest sympathies.
I am so sorry for your loss. Sending you hugs and prayers.
So sorry to hear of your loss. It was a joy to be one of her caregivers. My deepest symphonies to you all.
Dorothy I will miss you so much.
To the Messick family, I know that the passing of your mom is hard, and she will be missed by the families at STV and CHC. I want to take this opportunity to remind you that you now have two more ears to hear your prayers, two more hands to guide your actions, another spirit that will protect you and another voice talking with God to keep him involved in your lives. I give my deepest sympathies to your family as losing her will leave a hole in your hearts that cannot be refilled, but she still loves you and as long as she is still in your thoughts and prayers she is still alive through you. Peace and love to you all, Liz
Ann and Sue- so sorry for your loss. We have such great memories of Aunt Dorothy through the years. She was an amazing women and Aunt. Condolences and love to all.
Please know my sympathy and prayers at this time of Dorothy’s death. Both Wayne and Dorothy were so supportive of the Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ and their ministries. Now they have both met Blessed Catherine Kasper in person in heaven. What a great joy that must have been! May our loving God comfort all of you for your great parents.
Sr. Virginia Kampwerth, PHJC
Ann and Sue,
Our family will always feel indebted to your mom and dad. They were mentors, friends, partners and traveling companions of my parents. Dorothy and Wayne were a class act, and top shelf people. If someone would want to better his life, just try and be like Dorothy and Wayne.
You have our sympathy.
Blain and Donna Richard