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Evelyn H. Messina, age 84, of Palo Alto, PA passed away Tuesday, April 29th, 2025 at her home.
Born in Saint Clair, PA on May 29, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Singlor) Hebor.
Evelyn worked as a secretary at Higgins Insurance Company in Pottsville until retiring. She was a member of St. Clare of Assisi Roman Catholic Church in St. Clair, enjoyed going to the casino, going out to eat with friends and family. She also loved animals and talking to people.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Jack A. Messina and seven siblings.
Evelyn is survived by a son Mark E. Messina; daughters: Lori A. Messina and her companion Les Adams III and Lisa M. Messina; a grandson Joshua Fredericks; and nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Clare of Assisi Roman Catholic Church, St. Clair at 10:30AM on Monday, May 5th, with Msgn William Glosser officiating.
Relatives and Friends are invited to a viewing on Monday morning from 8:30-10AM at Robert A. Evans Jr. Funeral Home, Port Carbon.
Interment will be held in the Immaculate Conception Cemetery, St. Clair.
Please send condolences to www.robertaevansjrfh.com