William Morse Obituary

William F. Morse, Jr.

1989 - 2013 SUNDERLAND William F. Morse, Jr., 23, a resident of Phyller-Dee Lane, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, as a result of injuries sustained in a logging accident. William was born in Bennington on Dec. 18, 1989, the son of William F. and Amanda (Dryden) Morse Sr.. He received his elementary education at Floodbrook Union School in Londonderry and graduated from Arlington Memorial High School. William loved the outdoors and worked with his father as a logger. He loved hunting and fishing. He enjoyed attending local fairs and driving in the truck pull competitions. He competed for a couple of years in Motocross motor cycle racing and enjoyed four wheeling. William enjoyed the company of his friends and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife, the former Rebecca Hastings of Sunderland, whom he married July 31, 2010, in Sunderland; his father, William F. Morse, Sr., and his fiance, Adair Hoyt of Danby; his brother, Brian Morse of Danby; his sister, Kimberly Morse and her significant other, Allen Gokey of Brattleboro; his paternal grandparents, Ralph and Lucille Morse of Sunderland; his maternal grandfather, Louis Dryden and his wife, Carol; his maternal grandmother, Susan Mason, and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his mother, Amanda Dryden. FUNERAL NOTICE: Funeral services for William will be Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2013, at 3 .m. at the home of Ralph and Lucille Morse, 234 Kenney Farm Road, Sunderland. Interment will be private. A time of viewing and visitation will be Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2013, from 1 to 3 p.m., prior to the service at the home of his grandparents Ralph and Lucille Morse. If friends desire, gifts in William's memory may be made to the charity of ones choice c/o HANSON-WALBRIDGE SHEA FUNERAL HOME. Arlington Chapel, P.O. Box 528, Arlington, VT 05250. To send the family personal email condolences please visit www.sheafuneralhomes.com. The family has entrusted arrangements to the care of Hanson-Walbridge & Shea Funeral Home Arlington Chapel, Historic Route 7A, Arlington, Vt.



Published by Bennington Banner on Sep. 2, 2013.
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Willie. Can't believe it has been 10 years. Went to the pull last night. Just isn't the same without you. RIP

Tony and Ginny Bacon

Family

August 27, 2023

We miss you Willy. Thank God for the memories that we shared. Brian seems to be doing ok. I think he misses you the most. RIP.

Philip Bacon

Family

August 27, 2020

Bill Sr,Becca&Brian&Family,We are truly sadden by the loss of Bill Jr...May the fond memories of Bill Jr.keep tight to your heart just where it has always been.Thinking of each&everyone of you!

Brian&Stacey Allen

September 4, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Such a wonderful young man. Our thoughts are with you.
Chelsea, Shay & Kate

September 4, 2013

There are no words good enough to explain how deeply sorry we are. Bill you are a terrific young man, whose time on earth wasn't long enough. Our thoughts, prayers & love go out to you, your family & your friends. May you keep Heaven on it's toes!!! Rest In Paradise Bill, Rest In Paradise!!

Diahann, Hope & Adam LaBatt
Linda McDevitt & Don Clough

September 4, 2013

WE are so deeply saddened to hear of the loss of such a wonderful and young person. Our sympathy goes out to you all.

Marge Skinner

September 4, 2013

GOD BE WITH YOU,

JULIE DAVISON TORREY

September 3, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

September 3, 2013

Bill and family we are so sad to hear of your loss. Prayers are with you

Krytsal Morse

September 3, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I thought the world of him.

Glenda Canavan

September 3, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time. Bill was a great kid!

David Fabricius

September 3, 2013

Becca, So sorry to hear of your loss. Keep his smile in your heart & he will always be with you.

Debbie Niles

September 3, 2013

We are so very sorry for your loss. Bill was such a strong and kind young man and it was (Reg's) pleasure to coach him while at AMHS. If ever there is anything that we can help with, please don't hesitate to reach out. with deepest sympathy, Reg and Julie Trayah

September 3, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family in this very difficult time. My god watch over all of you and help your healing.

Robin & Lee Brownell

September 3, 2013

to family of willam morse jr sorry for your los

bruce maynard

September 3, 2013

Lucille & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.

Darlene Church

September 2, 2013

So sorry to hear of your lost. Sending prayers your way. You all are in my thoughts.

Maureen Maroney

September 2, 2013

To Becca, Bill Sr, Brian, Kim and the rest of the family- You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Bill always had a smile on his face and cracking jokes whenever I saw him! He will be missed by so many! May you all find strength in each new day.

The Ferrannini's

Emily/Ed/Brayden Ferrannini

September 2, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to the family, Sorry for your loss.

Pamela Ameden

September 2, 2013

Bill and Family, My heart goes out to all of you. Billy was one of a kind with a huge heart. He is missed a great deal by many. Thoughts and prayers. Peace Lisa Sheridan(McDermott)

September 2, 2013

Words cannot express my deepest sorrow on your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Deanna Putnam

September 2, 2013

So sorry for your loss he was such a great kind person. We always loved chatting with him at the truck pulls, and when we needed help at a pull he always was there to lend a helping hand.

Jaime/Josh Parent

September 2, 2013

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

Ron Slade sr

September 2, 2013

very tragic end to a short life on earth. our sympathy goes out to the whole family. peggy&bob gulley

peggy&bob gulley

September 2, 2013

Prayers being said for a special family. Know that you are all held close in my heart at this sad time.
Love,
Miss Dumas
(Sr. Ann)

Sr. Ann Dumas

September 2, 2013

Our condolences to the Morse family. We are so sad for your loss. With prayers, Jim and Ricci S. Rubick

Ricci S. Rubick

September 2, 2013

Thoughts to all the families of Wille's. He touched so many lives in such a great way. We will miss that smiling face whenever we would see you Willie...

Tony and Ginny Bacon

September 2, 2013

I Am Truly Sorry For Your lose

Crystal Jenks

September 2, 2013

Didn't talk to him much but he seemed to be a great guy. He will be missed very much. And the family is in my thoughts.

Nicole Bishop

September 2, 2013

Our condolences to the Morse family on the loss of Bill,

Charles & Gloria Moffitt

September 2, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Bill & Marilyn McEnaney

September 2, 2013

Our condolences to the Morse family for the loss of Bill, Charles and Gloria Moffitt

September 2, 2013

My condolences to the whole Morse family! So sorry for your loss. Dave & Wilma O'Neill

David O'Neill

September 2, 2013

Sending my most sincere sympathy to all of Bills family. May all your wonderful memories give you peace in the days ahead. Bev Jelley

September 2, 2013

the family is in my pryers

jennifer garrow

September 2, 2013

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you. Love you guys.

Tina Merrow

September 2, 2013

my thoughts and prayers go out to the family he will be missed by many connie knapp

September 2, 2013

so sorry for the loss of bill jr my thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family he will be missed by many

September 2, 2013

May God Bless You & Your Family In This Time Of Sorrow!

cindy walsh

September 2, 2013

Bill you will be missed by so many. I love you and you will always be in my heart and in my thoughts.

mary-john ward

September 2, 2013

SORRY ABOUT TO HERE ABOUT YOU SON BILLY SR HE WAS I GOOD KID WE ALL WILL MISS HIM

KARL WHITE

September 2, 2013

Thoughts and prayers go out to the whole Morse family. He will be missed by many.

Charity cole

September 2, 2013

My condolences to the whole Morse family. I am so sorry for your great loss. Carol and Stan

September 2, 2013

My condolences to the whole Morse family. I am sorry for your great loss.. Carol and Stan

September 2, 2013

You will be missed by so many family and friends RIP William Morse JR. Cynthia And Pete McKune

September 2, 2013

he will be missed by many...my thoughts and prayers are with your family

amy briere

September 2, 2013

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