Robert T. Messner

Obituary

Obituaries | The Tube City Almanac | December 14, 2022

Robert T. Messner, of Blackridge, formerly of McKeesport, died Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022, at age 84. He was the beloved husband of Anne Messner for more than 50 years; loving father of Megan Warren (Peter), of Baltimore, and Michael Messner (Lauren), of Fox Chapel; and proud grandfather of Ellen Kraai, Cecelia Messner, Walter Kraai and Grayson Messner. Bob was born and raised in McKeesport, the son of Thomas and Cecelia Messner. He graduated from Dartmouth College and the University of Pennsylvania Law School, and then practiced law for more than 50 years, first with a Pittsburgh law firm, then as general counsel for G.C. Murphy Co. and Dollar Bank. Bob was a historian with particular interest in the French and Indian War. After his retirement, he worked to fund and create the Braddock's Battlefield History Center, which opened to the public in 2012. In 2018, Bob donated the Center and its exhibits to Fort Ligonier, which continues its operation. He was dedicated to historical preservation through writing, lectures, consulting and serving on the board of several non-profits. Bob was also an Army veteran and commanded an intelligence unit in Korea.

Services are private. Arrangements are by WOLFE MEMORIAL LLC. Gifts in Bob's memory may be given to the G.C. Murphy Co. Foundation, c/o Patricia A. Smith, secretary and administrator, 1514 Greenock-Buena Vista Road, McKeesport, PA 15135. www.wolfepgh.com.

Originally published December 14, 2022.

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