Bob Morrisey Obituary

August 15, 1946 - December 29, 2017 Robert K. Morrisey died peacefully on Dec. 29th, 2017 at the age of 71. He was born in Somerville, MA, grew up in Brookfield, WI, and attended University of WI, Madison, as an Evans Scholar. Survived by sister, Karen Morrisey, of Wauwatosa, WI. Further survived by cousins, aunts, and many magnificent friends. Also loved and cared for by dear friend, Annabeth Rickley. Bob had a long career as an actor of both stage and screen. Bob loved the life he lived, his friends, and his work. He will be missed by all who knew him. Thanks to everyone who supported and helped Bob on his journey. A celebration of his life will be held. If desired, donations to the Alzheimer's Association.

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Published by Los Angeles Times from Jan. 5 to Jan. 7, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Bob Morrisey

10 Entries

Emma Sutherland

February 11, 2025

My sympathy to Bob's family and friends. I am so very sorry. I was a student of Bob's back in the mid-2000s. Hands down one of the best acting (and life!) teachers in the business. White hot smart, funny, and what a presence and dancer. He really taught me how to break down the script word for word in a way that made perfect sense. The light bulb went on. I felt so privileged to have the experience of being his student and for the entire Noho experience during that time. Magical moment and people. So sorry for everyone's loss.

Paula Baranek Morrisey Endress

December 30, 2022

Hard to believe another year has gone by! He is still missed by so many. He was actually a very funny guy.... I miss his great laugh! Paula

DENNIS MCGILLIGAN

June 21, 2020

I was an Evans Scholar at the UW with Bob and he recruited me to the cheerleading squad and helped me to become captain after his term was up. He was always a good friend at the UW and I followed his career a little bit especially since his wife was friends with my first wife marsha kademian. Anyway, my son is headed out to LA at the end of the summer and I was going to have him look Bob up. Now I learn of his passing. I agree with all the comments I have read about him and am sorry my son Liam will not get a chance to meet and train with him. Peace to you Bob. Miss ya. Dennis McGilligan

Craig Pearman

May 9, 2019

Bob was my favorite acting teacher when I lived in Los Angeles from 2005-2013. He was smart, funny, but also tough. He made me a better actor and was always encouraging me to stick with it. Somehow, I only learned of his passing today (5/9/2019). I'm sad that he is no longer with us, but I am grateful for having known and learned from him.

JOHN JACOBSEN

September 25, 2018

Bob was one of my favorite people on this planet.

Tom Briggs

January 8, 2018

Bob was so encouraging when I was a young performer. He was so talented and the sweetest guy in the world. Safe journey, dear friend.

Paula Endress

January 8, 2018

This was a man who lived out his dream until the final curtain....in our early years together (1969-1975) he was always dedicated to his craft, whether it was dancing, acting, or singing. He was always striving to be the best he could possibly be. Even with a back problem from his cheerleading days at UW Madison... We have wonderful life long friends from those early days of The Brothers snd Sisters and Today's Children with Doc Severinsen.
My sincere condolences to Karen, the Morrisey family, Annabeth, his selfless caregiver and all of his incredible friends in CA. Bobby was one of a kind and he will be respected and remembered not only for his talent but also his honesty, and loyalty to his friends. He is in heaven now dancing and singing his way into the hearts of a new audience. Get ready cuz here he comes!!!

January 7, 2018

We did not know Bob personally, but heard many positive things about him from our daughter Annabeth. May he rest in peace!
Bruce and Linda Requilez

Sunny Hilden

January 5, 2018

We celebrated you at The Magnolia Grille yesterday, Bob, dining in your honor like we did so many Sunday afternoons in the heyday of the NoHo Arts Center. We told stories, comforted each other and the waitresses who adored you, remembering your talents, wit, charm, work ethic, friendship, and sparkle in your smile. You're here always in our hearts, memories, and your body of work that plays on in movies, TV shows & commercials you blessed with your gifts. We love that the 1st responders recognized you & we know you would've loved that, too. May there be a cure for Alzheimer's ASAP, especially early onset, so everyone can remember everything, their lines & loves, and stay here, present, as long as possible. xo, Sunny

January 5, 2018

Sending you love Bob

xo Nancy

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