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John Morrison Obituary
On August 31, 2012 the Morrison family lost its patriarch, John.
He was born October 10, 1933 to Merlin R. Morrison and Edna Nelson Morrison. John graduated from East High School and attended the University of Utah.
He married his beloved wife Gloria Evans Morrison on March 21, 1953. Together they founded Conveyors & Equipment a Utah company currently in its 40th year. John's passion was his business. He valued the relationships he built and strived to conduct business fairly and honestly. While managing risk, John was always moving forward, constructing a building for Conveyors & Equipment and building his own home. He founded Magnus Corporation and sold ERIEZ' magnet products to the end of his life. He was an active member of SME and Saturday Night Dance Club.
A five time winner of the Bonneville Austin Healey Club's "Rusty Wrench Award", John completed his Austin-Healey restoration just before his death. John drove his Elva Courier at Rocky Mountain Vintage Racing events including Steamboat Springs. John participated actively in car clubs and enjoyed the company of many other enthusiasts. John also enjoyed fly fishing, hunting, water skiing, auctions, and traveled extensively with his wife and family.
The slogan "Life is Good" drove John through good times and bad. He savored each day and saw the opportunity for further accomplishments and to learn something new. He held high expectations for his descendants and wanted to see each one rise to a new level of success.
John is survived by his children Ginger Goyzueta, Bret Morrison (Paige), Henry Morrison (Christine) and six grandchildren, Alex and Gina Goyzueta, Bret's sons Austin and Derrick and Henry's sons Connor and Jake. He is also survived by his brothers, Merlin and Michael, and sisters Marjorie and Kathleen.
His wife Gloria preceded him in death in April.
A celebration of John's life will be held at The Alta Club on Sept. 21st, 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. with a toast at 6:00.
Donations may be made in his name to The Lustgarten Foundation
(www.lustgarten.org).
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John Morrison
September 15, 2012
I only knew John for a short while, we worked together on his Austin Healey project and grew to be good friends, I will miss you John you inspired me to keep on livin every day that you possibly can. I also meet part of his family Ginger, Bret and Henery to them I'm sorry for your loss but look forward to their friendship for many years to come. Rest in peace my friend. Mike Lundquist
September 7, 2012
Ginger, I am so very sorry for the loss of your father. He was a great man who loved life and his family, and treated others with great respect. He will truly be missed. My sympathy to your family.
September 7, 2012
John & Loren Kovalcik
Bill Midon
September 7, 2012
A life incredibly well lived!
kathy sainsbury
September 6, 2012
Ginger -
Your dad taught me many things for which I will be forever grateful. May the God of your understanding comfort and keep you at this difficult time and always.
Susan & Dave Bennett-Holtman
September 6, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Morrison family.... John was such an accomplished, successful and incredible man, both in his professional as well as his personal life. Dave and I wish we would of had the opportunity to meet him,and his wife Gloria. Our love and sympathy to the entire Morrison family.
Steve Decaria
September 6, 2012
I'm saddened to hear of John's passing. He was always a great source of knowledge and expertise throughout my career in the design of material handling projects for more than thirty years.
JoLynne Edwards
September 6, 2012
Ginger and Family,
My sincere condolences for your loss. It sounds as though your father truly lived "the good life" that he sought. May those memories bring you comfort.
Karen Grant Precision Appliance
September 6, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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