Wilma Messina, 93

Educator taught English and music

MELROSE — Wilma “Becka” (Recklitis) Messina, 93, of Melrose, passed peacefully in her sleep on March 13, 2026 at the age of 93.

Born on March 10, 1933 in Somerville, Massachusetts, Becka was the daughter of the late Paul and Florence (Chopelas) Recklitis. Her family moved to Malden, Massachusetts when…

 

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