Frank Messina passed away May 24, 2013 at his home in Monroe after a brave and exhausting 6-month battle with illness.
Born January 13 1940 in Detroit Frank was the son of Peter and Josephine Messina.  Frank will always be remembered throughout the area as CEO and founder of Messina Concrete Inc. Over the past 40 years Frank, along with his wife Marlene worked tirelessly building the business he loved so much.  A beacon of respect in the concrete industry Frank was always happy to help out anyone who needed more then others would be willing to give.
Frank enjoyed golf, boating, travel, the casino, his grandchildren, spending time with his wife and his friends and as always, a good meal.  Mario's in Detroit, Joes French Italian, Dolce Vita and Angelo's stand out as some of his favorites.
His life was filled with love and happiness shared with Marlene, his wife of 51 years.  His three children Joanne (Todd) Cameron, Debbie (David) Hanson and Vince (Christine) Messina; his five grandchildren Caitlyn, Jake, Avery, Emerson and Elliot; his sister and brother in law Pauline (Joe) Zichichi; his twin brother and sister in law Sam (Linda) Messina, his nephew and niece Peter and Linda; his dog Bella and countless cousins, friends, nephews, nieces, neighbors, suppliers, clients and employees.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 4-8 PM and Wednesday from 1-8 PM in the Bacarella Funeral Home, 1201 S. Telegraph Rd., in Monroe. On Thursday, May 30, 2013 he will lie in state at St. John The Baptist Catholic Church in Monroe from 9:30 AM until Mass of the Resurrection Celebrating his life at 10:00 AM.
Frank's wishes were that in lieu of flowers a donation be made to Mercy Memorial Hospital in his name.