Doreen Teresa Messner

Our precious Doreen Messner went to be with the Lord and Savior on January 27, 2023, and was joyfully reunited with her father, mother, brother, and other loved ones who have gone on before her. She was preceded in death by her parents, Warren F. Messner and Mary T. (Lehr) Messner, and a brother, Eugene Crane. She is survived by her sister, Edith Garrison, from Charlottesville, VA; a niece, Sharon Howell, from Timonium, MD; along with many cousins, nieces, and nephews. In Doreen’s earlier days, she worked at various fast-food restaurants, Friendship Industries, and the Winn-Dixie grocery store. The Winn-Dixie job was her favorite. She enjoyed spending time with her friends and family and liked going out to eat at Cracker Barrel and Vinny’s Italian Grill and Pizzeria. Watching her favorite cooking shows and movies gave her immense enjoyment, along with listening to music. She loved animals and had two special cats during her lifetime, Midnight and Precious, and a favorite dog named Brownie. Doreen was a giving person and a devoted friend. She had a deep and abiding faith, and she loved the Lord with all her heart. Doreen was a member of First Assembly of God in Harrisonburg, VA. She thought the world of the current pastor, Pastor Trevor Whetzel, and her former pastor, Pastor Jeff Ferguson. They held a special place in her heart. Doreen will be greatly missed by her family and friends. A memorial service will be held at a later date.