Morley Carman SUTTER

MORLEY CARMAN SUTTER When Morley Sutter was a young lad, he occasionally lamented having to complete his assigned chores. His wise father would muse that 'the only thing we really HAVE to do is die.' Although this advice did not deter Morley from an enviable lifelong work ethic, he did complete this ultimate task, peacefully, early in the morning of December 19, 2021 in Vancouver. The world lost a kind, gentle man. Born on his family's farm near Redvers, Saskatchewan in 1933 to Christian and Amelia Sutter, Morley spent his early years on the farm, moving into town in his teen years. He attended the University of Manitoba, graduating from Medicine in 1957 and attaining a PhD in Pharmacology in 1963. After post-doctoral work at Cambridge University, Morley became a professor in Pharmacology, first for one year at the University of Toronto, then at UBC Faculty of Medicine for 32 years. He retired as Professor Emeritus in 1998. Morley met and married his love Virginia Laidlaw in 1957 and for 45 years they had many adventures together, often with their children. This included living and working in England, Sweden and Australia, along with travels to Jamaica and Hong Kong. After the death of Virginia, Morley enjoyed the companionship of Connie Moore. Morley was a humble man who put people at ease and was a loyal, staunch friend and confidante. He was an intellect who loved to find evidence to support theories. Whether in the laboratory or discussing ideas, Morley was always quick witted and passionate. He was a mentor to many graduate students, medical students and others. Music, especially Jazz, was an important part of Morley's life. He sang in the medical school choir, and cut quite the figure on the dance floor. In his later years, Morley would often sing to the staff who walked with him on his daily walks. As a younger man, Morley was a keen baseball and tennis player and was even known to throw a few curling rocks. In later years, Morley loved to watch these sports on TV. He was involved with all his children's sporting events including umpiring and coaching baseball. Morley will be lovingly remembered by sons Greg and Brent, daughter Michelle, daughters-in-law Michele and Teresa, son-in-law Bill and grandchildren, Gregory, Anson and Amelia. The family extends heartfelt thanks to staff at South Granville Park Lodge for their outstanding care of Morley over the last several years. Those wishing to honour Morley may do so by donating to Union Gospel Mission in Vancouver or WISH Drop-In Centre Society Vancouver. A memorial service will be held at a later date.