ALEXANDER HOWARD MORTON

ALEXANDER HOWARD MORTON (1910 ­ 2006) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alexander Howard Morton in his 97th year. Howard was the loving husband of Luella, father of Robert (Julia), Dr. Gary (Mary Ann), Carol Sauvage (Christian), Susan May (Ian), Kathy Fox, Jo-Anne Hanophy (Edward), Peter Folkes (Martha), Peggy Folkes (Buffy Bye). Dearly loved by his 18 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild. Predeceased by his wife Gladys, and sisters Irene (Bunty) Phillips and Ruth Vistorino. At 16, after the death of his father, he worked for the C.P . until 1941 .R when he moved to Galt to work for Stauffer Dobbie, later Dobbie Industries, where he occupied the positions of General Manager, Director of Purchasing, and Personnel Manager. He retired in 1975 and continued as a consultant for 5 years. An active member of Knox's Presbyterian Church, he served as a ruling elder for 59 years, a Sunday School Superintendent for 17 years, and soloist and choir member for 66 years. Vocal music was always a very important part of his life. Apart from church music he was an active member of the Stauffer Dobbie Terry Troupers, Arcadian Male Quartet, Ewart Bartley Singers and Fleming Gray Chorus. An enthusiastic athlete he played hockey into his 50's, golfed and played tennis into his 90's. He was past president of the Soper Park Tennis Club and made many contributions to the life of the club. A life-long learner, he bought a computer at age 90 and by 95 was helping his friends with computer instruction. He had an insatiable zest for life and loved to travel. A man of highest ethics, the example he set in life was an inspiration to all he knew and loved. A celebration of Howard's life will be held at Knox's Presbyterian Church, 2 Grand Avenue South, Cambridge, ON, on Friday, May 19, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. in the sanctuary. Visitation will be held at Corbett Funeral Home, 95 Dundas Street, Cambridge, ON on Thursday May 18, from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to Knox's Presbyterian Church or the Charity of your choice would be appreciated.