Joseph A. Messina

Joseph Allen Messina of Warminster passed away September 9th 2024 at home peacefully surrounded by his family. He was 84 years old. He was the beloved husband of Rose Anne Drum who he shared a loving 44 year marriage. Joseph was born in Abington, the son of the late Alfred Dominic and Mary Messina.

After graduating from Abington High School, Joseph joined the United States Army where he earned his parachutist badge, good conduct metal, marksmen badge, and sharp shooter badge. He was honorably discharged from the 101st airborne division in February 1962. After returning home he began his roofing career and eventually owned and operated his own success roofing company until he retired at the age of 56. Joe had many interests which included hunting, fishing, golfing, gardening, and wine making. He took his military accomplishments and enjoyed trap shooting where he participated in competitions and won many accolades. Additionally, he enjoyed cooking and baking for friends and family. Many would remember the frequent crab nights, picnics, and, pig roasts hosted by Joe and his wife Rose Anne. His thoughtfulness and consideration would always be known when you walked into Joe’s home. You couldn’t leave without vegetables from his garden, zucchini bread, or an eggplant parm. His patio was always open for neighbors and friends to sit and enjoy some thoughtful conversation, advise, and a glass of wine.

Joe will be dearly missed by his children Aileen Marie Ciampa (Dean), Joseph Louise Messina (Colleen), and Sharon Anne Forman (Todd), his grandchildren: Alex, Amanda, and Abigail Ciampa, Joseph, Kevin, and Annalise Messina, Luke, and Riley Forman, as well as his great-grandchild Vincenzo. Joe will also be missed by his life long friend Joe Paul, and his many amazing neighbors and friends who were like family to him. He was preceded in death by his wife Rose Anne, brothers Andrew, Alfred, John, and sister Rose.

Relatives and friends are invited to his graveside service on Friday, September 27 at 10:30AM in Washington's Crossing National Cemetery.

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