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Rick Morrison Obituary
ADA — Funeral Services for Rick Morrison will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, August 30, 2019 at The Price-McElroy Funeral Home in Kenton with Pastor Jason Manns officiating. Burial will follow at Grove Cemetery. Friends may visit 2 hours prior to services at the funeral home.
He died at his residence on Tuesday, August 27, 2019. He was born on September 26, 1957 in Lima, Oh to the late Joe Morrison and the late Barbara (McDorman) Wedertz. he married Tracy Smith on August 31, 1985 and they later divorced.
Surviving are a step father; Gene Wedertz of Kenton, 2 daughters; Kaylee (Ryan) Moore of Lakeview, Jenna Morrison of Lima, a son; Max Morrison of Lima, 2 sisters; Shelly Miller of Kenton, Denese (Scott) McClure of Kenton, 3 brother; Jeff (Becky) Morrison of Bellefontaine, Chris (Heather) Wedertz of Kenton, Dave Wedertz of Kenton, 5 grandchildren; Jaxon Ferrell, Maddox Hommel, Rowyn Moore, Javion Smith, Jett Morrison and numerous nieces and nephews.
Rick was an exceptional 3 star athlete at Lima Bath High School where he was first team All-Ohio in football. He received a scholarship to continue his athletic career at Ball State. While at Ball State University Rick earned three letters in football and four in baseball and was the schools Co-MVP in football in 1977 and the baseball MVP in 1978. He was a member of Ball State's first two Mid-American Conference Championship football teams in 1976 and 1978. Rick earned honorable mention on the 1977 Associated Press All-America Football Team plus numerous All-MAC First-Team honors in football and baseball. Rick was inducted into Ball State Hall of Fame in 1995 and again in 2018. After college, Rick signed a free agent contract with the Chicago Bears.
After the NFL, Rick worked for over 30 years at ONUH and retired as the Vice President of admissions. In his free time Rick enjoyed playing golf and hanging out with his family and dog, Gerdy.
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Kim Eley
August 25, 2023
I played football with Rick at Bath high school.
What a great loss.
Tim Clary
June 6, 2022
I played with Rick at Ball State. He was the most talented player I've ever played with. He mentored me my first two years. God rest his soul and God bless his family.
Bill “Duke” Seidel
December 31, 2020
Rick and I met in a dorm at Ball State and shared an apartment later with three other guys. What great memories. He was a great guy. He loved to watch Mork & Mindy.
I Googled Rick with the hope of reaching out to contact and was stunned when I read this. My condolences to his family and friends.
Rick, Rest In Peace and continue your journey.
Duke from Ball State
William Watt
September 1, 2019
Sorry for your loss . I was a second cousin to Joe !
Matt George
September 1, 2019
Sorry for your family's loss.
Terry Hawk
August 30, 2019
My thoughts and prays for the family. I always knew if Ricky Joe was playing that we would win! He will be missed I'm sure!
Steve & Lee Ann Timmerman
August 30, 2019
My husband played on the Lima Wheels with Rick and I had the pleasure of working with him here at UNOH. He was a good man and will be missed. Rest in peace Rick. Prayers to his family and Gerdy.
Scott Stockdale
August 30, 2019
I had the pleasure of working with Rick at UNOH. Loved talking sports with him. He had some great stories about his dad's career. So sorry for his passing. Prayers and best wishes to his family.
Kim Eley
August 30, 2019
R.I.P my brother may God be with your family!
Danielle McClure
August 30, 2019
Very sorry to hear of Rick's passing. Rick knew many of my family members and I had the pleasure of working with him. You are all in my thoughts!
cindy eley
August 30, 2019
R.I.P. Rick I remember playing football in the neighborhood (Lost Creek) lots of fun.
Bill Lauber
August 29, 2019
I had the pleasure of coaching Rick in American Legion baseball in the mid-70's. He was the most gifted athlete I ever coached and a fierce competitor. Had he pursued baseball out of college, I will always believe he could have played Major League baseball. Best hand-eye coordination I ever saw. He was a winner. RIP Ricky Joe!
Meg Kiracofe
August 29, 2019
Praying for your Family!! I was lucky to Graduate with Rick!!
August 29, 2019
So sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of getting to know Rick. He was very interesting to talk to and he was so much fun to work with.
August 29, 2019
So sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of getting to know Rick. He was very interesting to talk to and he was so much fun to work with.
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