Audrey M Messman Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Audrey Messman, age 86, of Lady Lake, Florida, passed away peacefully at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Florida, on October 21, 2020. She was born July 6, 1934, in Two Rivers, Wisconsin, to the late Joseph and Marie Siebold. Audrey was one of five children. Audrey married the love of her life, Melvin Messman, on August 28, 1954. Their marriage brought one son, four granddaughters, and seven great grandchildren. Audrey was Melvin’s caregiver and advocate as he battled dementia until his death in 2017. Audrey worked as a secretary in Green Bay, Wisconsin, and nursing homes in Florida. She enjoyed following the lives of her grandchildren and great grandchildren on Facebook. Audrey led an active life, enjoying community activities, and dancing with friends. She cherished the last nine years living in her senior community in Lady Lake. It was here where she developed many friendships. Audrey also loved watching the Green Bay Packers and the ABC News with David Muir. She is survived by her son Kevin and his wife Caran in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, and their four children: Kathryn (Mark) Smith, Kristin (James) Robertson, Sara (Rich) Acker, and Mary (Dennis) Quinn. Great grandchildren include: Matthew and Logan Smith, Carter Quinn, Ava, and Emma Robertson, Chase and Bo Acker. She is survived by two sisters and one brother: Alvina (Robert) DeHappart of Aurora, Colorado, Joe (Carol) Siebold of Two Rivers, Wisconsin, and Judy Wuellner of Manitowoc, Wisconsin. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Preceding Audrey in death is her brother Richard (Jean) Siebold and sister-in-law Evelyn (Thomas) Gagnon. Audrey’s family would like to thank the nurses and doctors at The Villages and Shands Hospitals for their compassionate care. Audrey will be laid to rest with her husband at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Florida.

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Audrey M Messman

July 6, 1934 - October 21, 2020