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John Morrison Obituary
Born in Warwick, the loving son of Pauline H. (Schmieder) Morrison of West Warwick, and the late James R. Morrison, Sr., he was a life-long Warwick resident. A 1978 graduate of Bishop Hendricken High School, he was a member of the 1978 RI State Champion Basketball team, and the New England Champion Basketball team, which was inducted into the Hendricken Hall of Fame.
Mr. Morrison was employed by the State of Rhode Island for 13 years before retiring due to illness. He was a lover of all sports, especially baseball and basketball.
He was a wonderful and loving father to Briana, who was the light of his life. He was the favorite brother of James Morrison of West Warwick, Daniel Morrison of West Greenwich, Cheryl Lopez of Peachtree City, GA, Pam Reilly and Mary Cole of Warwick, Paula Morrison of Pawtucket, and Jennifer Cole of Warwick; and the proud uncle of 13 nieces and nephews. He was the former husband of Brenda (Ginaitt) Morrison, and the step-father of Kyle Fritsche and Shyann Uth.
His funeral will be held on Thursday, September 4, at 9 a.m. from the Barrett & Cotter Funeral Home, 1328 Warwick Avenue, Spring Green, Warwick, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Kevin Church, 333 Sandy Lane, Warwick. Visiting hours are Wednesday 4-8 p.m. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Greenwich.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Briana Morrison Scholarship Fund, c/o James Morrison, 19 Hathaway Drive, West Warwick, RI 02893.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Morrison
Keri (Lake) Sangster
September 29, 2008
Tracey, I stumbled upon this on projo and was drawn to the obituary and after reading it realized it was you that had lost your husband. I am soooo sorry for your loss. Words can not heal the pain but know I am thinking of you and your family. I dont know if you knew but my mom and dad died a little over 2 years ago.
erin know
September 9, 2008
cheryl if your brother John is anything like you we know he will be missed by everyone!! God bless you and your family. Love your principle Erin
Sandy & Gary Onorati
September 9, 2008
Cheryl & the entire Morrison Family, We are so sorry for your loss of Jacky. Please accept our deepest condolences. Love, Sandy & Gary Onorati
Samantha Cole
September 7, 2008
Jake was a very loving uncle to me. Did everything he could to make any one happy. Always had the family laughing & cracking jokes... I would have to say he the best uncle i had ever had. He will always be with us no matter what. He will never be for-gotten; forever he holds a place in all our hearts<33
George & Bert Thomas
September 7, 2008
Danny, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathies and prayers go out to you and your family.
Jean Morrison
September 4, 2008
Paula & family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this dificult time.
Love jean & Claire
Julie Galligan
September 4, 2008
To the Morrison Family,
Time cannot erase the memories you hold dear. Every life holds special meaning that extends far beyond death, and Jack will live on in your hearts forever.
Our deepest sympathy in your time of sorrow,
The Galligan Family
Karen (Benevides) Henchy
September 3, 2008
Cheryl and the Morrison Family,
I am saddened to hear of the death of your brother. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family during this difficult time. May the Lord bless and keep you all in the palm of his hands!
Kelsey Devlin
September 3, 2008
Dear Bri,
Im sorry for your loss, I worte you a poem. I hope you find comfort in my words.
Your father never left you
thought it might seem that way
he is always with you
each and every day
loving you and gliding you
on each road
and avenue
and in his memorie
and in his spirit
you will always know he loved you
I love you Bri, and I want you to know that I'm always going to be here for you.
Love Kelsey
eric poulin
September 3, 2008
jim
iam very sorry for your loss my god bless you in these hard times
September 3, 2008
Bri,
I am so very sorry for your loss and you know if you need anything at all you can call me. I am so proud of you for being so brave and strong with everything. I admire your courage!!
Love always,
Auntie Barbara
Rhoda Skorupa
September 3, 2008
To the Morrison family. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. We wish you hope in the midst of sorrow and comfort in the midst of pain. Your memories of Jack will keep him close to you all forever. With our heartfelt sympathy Mike & Rhoda Skorupa
Briana Morrison
September 2, 2008
To my family:
I know that he was my dad, but remember that he will always be watching us, and laughing along with us. Remember that he loved each one of us very much.
He'll always be just a whisper away.
And you all know that he'll be there to haunt each one of you. Cause we all know how much he loved to pull jokes.
R.I.P. Dad.
Forever in our hearts.
I love you.
Auntie Ruthie
September 2, 2008
Bri,
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. Hold tight to your memories, know that he is never far away, and always remember you are loved.
Rest in Peace, Jack
sue porter
September 2, 2008
to Paula and the entire Morrison family. may god watch over all of you in your time of need. my deepest sympathy. may god shine upon all of you and keep you close in his arms through these trying times. and may john rest in peace with the father until you see him again in the pearly gates of heaven with the lord . i know how hard it is too lose someone you love so dearly. love one another and lean on the lord he will be by your side in this trying times thinking of you all .
Ron Goodinson
September 2, 2008
Jim, my prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Michael,Robin,Matt,Michael C Melancon
September 2, 2008
Briana: Sorry for the lost of your father who loved you very much,he will watching you from the gates of heaven thru out your lifetime.Our prayers are with you.Hang in there.
The Blanchette's
September 2, 2008
Brianna and Brenda,
We are so sorry. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help during this difficult time.
May god bless you and your family,
Dennis, Lisa and Family
chelsea wilkins
September 2, 2008
bri,
i am very sorry for the loss of your father. he will always be with you and watching over you. i know this isnt going to be easy but try and be strong. no matter what he will always be there. i love you hun and im here for you threw everything.if you ever need me you know the number.
xoxoxo
Jeanne Torti
September 2, 2008
To the Morrison Family,
Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with all of you. Your tears of sadness will someday turn to tears of joy and comfort as you remember your brother.
On behalf of the Malley family,
kristy harrington
September 2, 2008
Tracey,
Our hearts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time. I want you to know the Harrington Family is and will always be here for you when you need us. A shoulder to cry on or an ear to listen when you need to talk. We know you loved John very much and his death is tearing you apart. God Bless You. Remember, be strong and you will see him again in time.
Love Kristy, John, Richard and John Jr Harrington
carrie porter
September 2, 2008
Paula,and the Morrison family, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.the memories of your brother will help you through this .may god bless each of you ,your friend Carrie Porter
rosey delgad
September 2, 2008
paula ,If your brother was anything like you I am sure he was a great person .the memories that you hold will be with you forever.may god be with your family and most of all his daughter .be strong ,god will bring you all peace ,I am very sorry for your loss , your friend Rosey Delgado
Rick and Kristi Castore
September 2, 2008
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Jason Petrarca
September 2, 2008
Bri,
I am so sorry to here the passin of Your great father! I know its going to be hard for you but i hope you can stay strong and remember him for the good things you guys have been through. They say when someone passes that its not death it is life, but what a very short one it was for such a wonderful guy! If you need anything anytime just remember that we are right across the street for you!
Love,Jay
Brenda Morrison
September 2, 2008
To the Morrison Clan,
Through it all you have all been wonderful. Jack is finally at peace. Bless you all.
Patty Francois
September 2, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Erin Morrison
September 2, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, ""I welcome you.""
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......""My day was not in vain.""
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Marilyn and Katie Nolan
September 2, 2008
Bri. We were saddened to learn of the death of your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Marilyn and Katie Nolan
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