Richard A. Messersmith Obituary
The passing of Richard A. Messersmith of Sanford, Michigan occurred on July 5, 2026. Richard, born on May 19, 1942, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Eugene Messersmith and Fannie Messersmith (Probst); and his brothers, Edward, William and Donald Messersmith.
He is survived by: his wife Janet Messersmith (Trudell); his children, Roxanne Woodcock (Tom), Jeff Messersmith (Kandy), James Norton (Cindy) and Terri Jo Johnson (Guy); his grandchildren, Amy Malanga (Ben), Paul Norton, Tory Hughes (Zach), Riann Runyun, Kade Messersmith (Danna), Tucker DuLude (Victoria), Michael Roberts (Katie) and Austin DuLude; his sister Sharron Hyer (Maynard); and his pet Annie. He is also survived by 17 great-grandchildren.
Memorial contributions in Richard's memory may be made to an organization of one's choice.
