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EARL "THE PEARL" MORRISON

1920 - 2020

EARL "THE PEARL" MORRISON obituary, 1920-2020, Fort Wayne, IN

BORN

1920

DIED

2020

FUNERAL HOME

D. O. McComb and Sons - Foster Park

6301 Fairfield Ave.

Fort Wayne, Indiana

EARL MORRISON Obituary

EARL "THE PEARL" MORRISON, 99, of Fort Wayne, died peacefully on Monday, Jan. 27, 2020, at Lutheran Hospital attended by friends and neighbors. Earl was born May 1, 1920 in Erie, Pa. He attended Academy High School where he played water polo. During World War II he joined the Army Air Corps and was stationed on Guam. After the war he met and married Jeanne Dyne of Union City, Pa.; she preceded him in death on Dec. 4, 1988. Earl began his career with Kresge / Kmart Co. as a store manager in many locations in New York and Pennsylvania. After managing his last store he moved to Fort Wayne to work in Kmart's Distribution Center where he worked until his retirement in 1985. Earl was an avid traveler and made friends of all ages wherever he went. He is survived by a son, Scott (Ellen Rice) of Lacey, Wash.; granddaughter, Blythe (Chuck Riggs) of Mancos, Colo., and her mother, Kelly Harman of Tacoma, Wash.; a close niece, Pat Dyne Keys of Corry, Pa.; and several nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends worldwide. A time of sharing and gathering of family and friends is from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020, at D.O. McComb & Sons Foster Park Funeral Home, 6301 Fairfield Ave., Fort Wayne. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park, Fort Wayne. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to the World Wildlife Fund. Condolences may be left online at www.mccombandsons.com

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Feb. 4, 2020.

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Early '70s, Palmer backyard, Harborcreek; last meeting of all 5 siblings.

Edna Myers

February 17, 2020

Uncle Earl's Christmas card was always the first to arrive. He'll be missed.

Susan Morrison

February 8, 2020

My dear Uncle Earl, always a hug, always a warm smile, always so much love. Thank you for being you and loving me! Rest dear one, rest. Perhaps you five are enjoying the warm sun of Indian Head.

Emma Wardman

February 8, 2020

Forever in are hearts Earl the pearl Morrison.

Don & Raymonde Toland

February 8, 2020

We will miss you dear friend, you were the first pioneer of our Spanish family at the Bajondillo. You left us with many wonderful memories.
In loving memory,
Don and Raymonde Toland.

Glenn & Kathie Lane

February 6, 2020

Earl, It was always a delight seeing you in Torremolinos. We will miss you as a reliable fixture and center of attention in the lobby at the Bajondio. May you Rest In Peace.

Lyn Boudreau

February 6, 2020

Earl, I loved spending time chatting with you in the lobby of the Bajondillo. Your cheerful attitude and sharp sense of humor made you a delight to talk to. Rest in peace my friend.

February 6, 2020

May you Rest In Peace, my dear friend. I will make sure to go to the Chinese restaurant in Spain on your birthday! I will miss you and tha wonderful smile of yours! In loving memory, Ginny Palubin

Nancy Ponting

February 5, 2020

Earl, my friend, I will miss seeing you in Spain every year and having our occasional phone conversation. May God keep you. Nancy

Kellie Christman

February 5, 2020

I will miss you my friend and neighbor, especially our talks about your past. I know your enjoying your reunion with your wife. Until we meet again. Love ya Kellie

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