Philip Messing Obituary
The world bids farewell to Philip Messing (Opelika, Alabama), departing on January 25, 2026 at the age of 68. Philip leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Philip Messing to show support.
He was predeceased by: his father Edward Messing. He is survived by: his wife Renee Messing of Opelika; his children, Alex Messing (Emmalee) of Opelika, Lindsy Hitchens (Justin) of Palm Bay, Florida, Chelsea McCard (Warren) of Opelika, Breanne Messing (Aeryn) of Opelika and Hayley Messing of Palm Bay; his grandchild Auston; and his siblings, Edward Messing Jr. (Robin) of Sandusky, Michigan, Roy Messing (Julie) of Caledonia, Michigan, Clair Messing (Michelle) of Macomb, Michigan, Gregory Messing (Theresa) of Rockford, Michigan, Christine DeFord (Paul) of Mason, Michigan, Ruth Kriewall (John) of Harbor Beach, Michigan and JIll Messing (John) of Lansing, Michigan. He is also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and nieces.
For those who would like to make a gift in Phil's memory, the family suggests The BigHouse Foundation at http://www.ourbighouse.org or 1400 Grand National Parkway, Opelika, AL, 36801.
