Obituary: Susan Vile Messina, 89

Mystic Funeral Home

GROTON, CT - Susan Vile Messina, 89, a resident of Mystic River Homes Congregate in Groton, CT passed away peacefully in her apartment on Monday, March 2, 2020.

Born in New Britain, CT Susan was the daughter of the late Norman and Lucretia (Clarke) Vile.
Susan was a graduate of New Britain High School class of 1948. Following high school, Susan attended the University of VT, the University of Wisconsin and Katherine Gibbs Secretarial School. She worked as a secretary at Aetna Life Insurance Company in Hartford for seven years. On January 27, 1960 Susan married James C. Messina, also of New Britain.

Susan was a member of the Mystic Woman’s Club and Bunco Club and she enjoyed square dancing, round dancing and grooving to Dixieland jazz.

Susie was known for her kind, generous nature and commitment to a wide spectrum of humanitarian causes. In keeping with Sue’s love of family and friends her loved ones will host a Celebration of Life this spring, honoring her strength and spirit.

She is survived by her three children, Gerald and Jeffrey Messina and Michelle Messina; and two beloved grandsons, James and Gabriel Messina, and her kitty, C.C. She was predeceased by her husband, James C. Messina and a brother, Judd Vile.

Her family will receive relatives and friends Saturday, March 7th from 1-3 pm at the Mystic Funeral Home located on Route 1 in Mystic.

Donations can be made to Heifer International, Common Cause or Southern Poverty Law Center.