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Robert Morrison Obituary

MORRISON, Robert Lloyd Robert Lloyd Morrison born in Boston, MA, on January 15, 1938, passed away on June 21, 2014, in Fair Oaks, CA from complications of cancer. He was surrounded by family and best friend. He is survived by his beloved wife Carol Faye of 47 years, son Lloyd Scott and wife Amy, grandsons Sloan and Jake; son Michael Todd and wife Angie, grandson Michael Todd, Jr. and granddaughter Makailuh May; and daughter Heather Edlund, grandson Ian Edlund; brother Kenneth and wife Sam; nephew Keith, nieces Bess and Dory; and best friend Joan McDermott. Robert (Bob) graduated in 1956 from Millis high school, Millis, MA. He served with the US Air Force from 1958-1979 retiring with the rank of Msgt, serving 19 years with the AFTAC organization followed by 14 years as a civilian, equipment specialist, US department of the Air Force, Mcclellan AFB, CA. He is a member of the Carmichael Elks 2103, Harding San Juan Lodge 579, Scottish Rite Valley of Sacramento, and Ben Ali Shriners, Sacramento. Contributions in Bob's memory may be made to Mercy Hospice, 9912 Business Park Dr., Suite 100, Sacramento, CA 95827 or the American Cancer Society. A memorial service will be held at the Carmichael Elks, 5631 Cypress Ave, Carmichael, CA on July 11 at 1 p.m. followed by reception.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee from Jul. 6 to Jul. 9, 2014.

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Candace, Travis and Serena Lightner

July 10, 2014

Bob,

I will never forget the way you came to our family's aid when Travis was run over. You were an outstanding neighbor and good friend who cared about his fellowman. Travis, Serena and I send our deepest sympathies to your family and friends. You will always be remembered.

Marvin Maher

July 9, 2014

Bob, Marvin and I will miss seeing you play cards at the Elks. Thank you for your many years of laughs and fond memories.

Heather

July 8, 2014

I love you dad. Keep an eye out on me as you always have. We are thankful for our time with you.

July 6, 2014

Dan, the kids, and I all have many wonderful memories of times spent with Uncle Bob. He was a special man to all of us, and we will never forget him. Our condolences to Carol Faye, Scott, Todd, and families.
Gayle Gallagher

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