MESSINA, JR., Joseph Ignatius of Everett, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 25th, 2025, at Forestdale Park Senior Living in Malden. He was 98 years old. Born and raised in Everett, Joseph spent most of his life on Second Street where he raised his family and owned and operated the family restaurant, the Silver Fox, for many years. After graduating from Everett High School, Joseph enlisted in the army during World War II at Fort Banks in Boston. He shared 68 years of marriage with his devoted wife, Josephine (DellaPiana) Messina. Together they were lifelong parishioners of St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Everett. Known as "Joe" or "Junie" to family and friends, he enjoyed golf, gardening, and playing cards. He was never one to waste a penny and took great pride in building and managing properties and investing in stocks and mutual funds.

Joseph is survived by his children, Marianne Messina-Richard of Lynn, Joseph A. Messina and Kenneth Messina of Everett, and his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Josephine (DellaPiana) Messina of Everett and his daughter, Karen (Messina) Voto, of Lynnfield. In Joseph's name, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association @ www.alz.org

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Joseph's visiting hours in the JF Ward Funeral Home, 772 Broadway, Everett, on Thursday, October 30th from 10 am to 12 pm, followed by a funeral in the funeral home at 12 pm. Services will conclude with military honors and interment at Glenwood Cemetery in Everett.