Randolph Augustine Messineo

Randolph A. Messineo, 79, of Tamworth NH, died Monday January 9, 2023 at the Portsmouth Regional Hospital following a brief illness. 

Born in Lawrence to the late Augustine and Ida Messineo, Randy served in Korea, for 3 years in the US Army as a photographer.  He later became a licensed master plumber and shared his knowledge through the mentorship of many young aspiring plumbers.  Randy was never idle.  After retirement he became a licensed Boat Captain and entertained tourists for 13 years, with his wonderful stories, jokes, and vast knowledge of the Lake Dora waterway while working at the Premier Boat works in Mount Dora Florida.  

In his spare time, Randy proudly served as a Commander at the Amvets Post #79. 

He also loved to put on a show as a disc jockey and karaoke entertainer.  His favorite song to sing was “It’s a Wonderful World.”

Randy leaves his beloved wife of 30 years, Donna McGrath Messineo, Sister Silvia and late husband Jack Hallworth of Ma, Sister Claire and husband Bill Robichaud of Ma, Brother Gus and wife Joyce Messineo of Fl, Son Dale Etter Sr. and Wife Donna of Pa, Son Master Sgt. Randy Messineo and wife Emily of Ca, Daughter Nicole Messineo of Ma, 15 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will take place in the Spring.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Jens Friends Cancer Foundation of North Conway or the Lakes Region Visiting Nurse association of Meredith, NH both of which were a tremendous support.

The Baker-Gagne Funeral Home and Cremation Service is assisting the family with their arrangements. 

To view an online memorial, leave a message of condolences or for more information go to: www.baker-gagnefuneralhomes.com