Joseph M. Morrissey

Mr Joe was my best headteacher at kerugoya school for the deaf kenya. May he rest in peace.

Uncle Joe, like his brother Uncle Frank, left an indelible mark on my heart, my soul. Each was a man of great love, great courage, great strength.

Although the majority of the extended Burr Morrissey Acquino family lived much closer, Uncle Joe was one of the first family members I met when David Burr and I began dating. First Aunt Skip (Della Acquino) and then Uncle Joe.

Who would have imagined the two family members who lived the furthest from us would be the first I would...

1982 - a visit from Joe in Philadelphia

Joe was a very kind, generous, and talented person. Tim lived on the deaf school compound in Kerugoya, Kenya as a PCV. Such a dear, dear man!

I was priviledged to meet Joe on a tour in Turkey last year. I was traveling solo and enjoyed walking with Joe and talking to him about his work and Africa. I had planned on visiting him in Tanzania this year and was very sad to hear we lost him. I can only be thankful that our paths crossed even if so briefly. He heard I collected wine toppers and gave me a beautiful one he found at a winery in Cappadoccia and I think of him each time I use it. My thoughts are with the family and thank...

To the Morrisey Family, we offer our condolences. We grew up at 144 School St in Sax. We lived downstairs and Morrisey's lived up stairs before they built their home across the street. Our Grandmother babysat Frankie and Joey after school. It's been a long time. RIP dear Joey. Jayne (McNamara) Wales and Ed McNamara.

A great loss for humanity a tremendous gain for heaven.

We are sorry to learn of the passing of Joseph, but are grateful for his service to our nation as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Uganda.

Our Condolences,

The National Peace Corps Association