It is with deep respect and gratitude that we share the passing of Dr. Gabriel Massey, father of Arun Massey, on December 31, 2024. Dr. Massey was a faithful servant of Christ whose life was dedicated to ministry and the advancement of God’s kingdom.
Arun and his wife, Shobha, traveled to India on December 26 upon hearing of Dr. Massey’s condition. They arrived in time to spend precious final moments with him, expressing their love and appreciation. Surrounded by family, Dr. Massey blessed each of them before peacefully passing into glory at the age of 92.
He is survived by his wife, Suzana Massey, and their children: Arun Massey (wife Shobha and daughter Melissa), Arpana (children Abhishai and wife Michael, and daughter Abigail), and Amit Massey (wife Amy and sons William and Adric). Please keep Suzana and the entire Massey family in your prayers as they navigate this time of grief and transition.
Below, Arun Massey shares more about his father’s legacy and impact on the Friends movement and beyond.
 Dr. Gabriel Massey’s legacy is one of deep commitment to Christ and the church. He joined the Friends movement when I was young, and he grew up working alongside American missionaries from Ohio Yearly Meeting (now known as EFC-ER) in ministry. He initially pursued a career in pharmacy, earning his bachelor’s degree, but later followed God’s call into full-time ministry. While working at a Friends Mission Hospital, he completed his Doctorate in Theology, as well as a Master’s in Literature.
Gabriel’s ministry impact extended far beyond his local community. Dr. Massey served as the Director of the Federation of Evangelical Churches in India, a board member for multiple Christian organizations, and a respected leader throughout India. He also helped establish a Christian English College with Friends missionaries and, in 1995, became the manager of Christian English College in Chhatarpur, India. Under his leadership, the school grew from 400 to 3,000 students and became one of the most well-known educational institutions in the region. Until his passing, he continued overseeing its operations. |
Arun has returned to Cleveland, while Shobha remains in India with Caring Hands ministry, organizing a three-day women’s conference where she is the main speaker. The team there continues to serve in ministry, identifying children in need of support to complete their education, training staff for greater effectiveness, and expanding outreach.
Please pray for:
- Arun’s mother, Suzana, as she grieves and adjusts to this new season.
- Arun and Shobha’s ministries in India and the U.S.
- The children and families Arun and Shobha serve, that they may find ways to support their education and spiritual growth.
- Their daughter, Melissa, as she continues her studies and commutes long distances for school.
One way we can show our support for Suzana right now is by contributing to a love gift that EFM is collecting in honor of her husband. Please prayerfully consider giving towards this love gift. You can make a contribution by clicking here or by following the instructions below.
Thank you for your continued prayers and support. Dr. Massey’s life was dedicated to advancing God’s kingdom, and we are honored to carry on the work he was so passionate about.
All offerings marked “G. Massey Love Gift” will be passed on to Suzana in full. There are three ways to give:
- Online. Visit https://catalog.friendsmission.com/gmassey and select “Donate Now.”
- Credit Card. This may be given online (as stated above) or by calling the EFM office (303-421-8100) to give your information to a live person.
- Check. Mail a check to EFM, P.O. Box 771139, Wichita, KS 67277. Make sure to mark your check “S. Massey Love Gift”. Pay to the order of “EFM.”
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