Avon Everett Massey Obituary
Avonn Everette Massey was born to the late Patricia Ann Matthews and Frank Edward Gilliard Sr. on June 4th, 1965 in Baltimore City, Maryland. He was known to most as one of “Trish’s Boys”. Our Lord Savior wrapped his arms around Avonn, on March 2nd and took him home.
Avonn attended Baltimore City Public Schools. During his high school years he enjoyed playing lacrosse and being around friends. He graduated Southwestern High School in 1984. During his life Avonn maintained professions as a mechanical operator and later as a Corrections Officer for Baltimore City Dept of Corrections.
Later in life, Avonn found solace in the Lord. He became an active member of Nazarene Temple Apostolic Faith Church. His roles in the church included ushering, assisting with Sunday School and cooking for church functions. He was known for his smile and hearty laugh. He was always respectful and displayed chivalry.
He was preceded in death by his mother, father, bonus father and brother, Patricia Ann Matthews, Frank Edward Gilliard Sr., Percy Matthews and Frank Gilliard Jr. He leaves to cherish his memory his son Michael Smith, daughter Indya Massey (Alicia), granddaughter Marley Smith, grandson Myles Massey, brothers Arnold Matthews, Linwood Matthews (Crystal), sister Christy Gilliard, special friend Ms. Joann and a host of relatives and friends.
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