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Samuel Morrisette Obituary

Carlisle Morrisette NORFOLK - Samuel Carlisle Morrisette Jr. died Feb. 1, 2009, at the age of 80. He was born in Norfolk to the late Samuel Carlisle and Evelyn Roadcup Morrisette and educated at Granby High School and the Norfolk Division of The College of William and Mary. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean conflict and returned to Norfolk where he was in the retail floral business for more than 40 years. He is survived by his wife, Constance Phelps Morrisette; their daughter, Mary Ruth Nottingham and her husband Robert; and three grandchildren, Ann Reid, Carlisle and Robey Nottingham; as well as many relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his brother, Harry Samuel Morrisette and stepmother, Ruth Fockler Morrisette. A memorial service will be held today at 2 p.m. in the Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 7400 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk. Burial will be private. Memorial contributions can be made to the charity of choice. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apartments, Norfolk Chapel, is handling arrangements.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot from Feb. 2 to Feb. 4, 2009.

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Karen Patterson

February 11, 2009

Connie, Mary Ruth and family,

I am so sorry to hear of Carlisle's passing. He was a wonderful person and will be dearly missed. You will remain in my thoughts and prayers. God bless...

Fitz McPhaul

February 5, 2009

Connie and Mary Ruth, I was sad to hear the news from my mother who called me here in Texas this past morning. I can only smile when I think back (now 30 years) to my first time working with Carlisle as a delivery person at his shop. I think it is safe to say that FrankK and I set the record for doing the least amount of work and Carlisle reminded us of that fact as often as he could. He would tell us to quit hiding in the flower cooler in the midst of a hot summer day and then remind us to also stop hiding the newspapers in there (we were not even smart enough to remove the evidence). I can't tell you how much I enjoyed seeing him at various events over the years when I was back in town. He was truly a "one of a kind" and we will all miss him.

David and Julie Ackerman

February 4, 2009

To know Carlisle, was to laugh with Carlisle. His honesty in his humor will not be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Frances Conroy

February 4, 2009

I am sad to hear that Carlisle has passed. I remember his jolly manner and positive attitude as a child at Corleto's Florist and his friendship with my grandmother.

Jim Day

February 4, 2009

I enjoyed delivering flowers for Carlisle during my years at Maury. He had a great outlook on life. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ann Polard Scheerer

February 3, 2009

Dear Mary Ruth,
I am sorry to here of the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Margie Meier

February 3, 2009

Dear Mary Ruth and family,
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Love,
The Meiers

Joan Greene

February 2, 2009

Connie,
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. May time, warm firendships and fond memories help your healing.

Don and Donna Nash

February 2, 2009

We will miss Carlisle and the manner in which he enjoyed Sandbridge.

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