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Edward Morrison Obituary
Edward J. B. Morrison, age 90 of Ellington, CT, passed away unexpectedly Friday, March 1, 2019. Ed served proudly in the U.S. Navy as a Hospital Corpsman stationed in San Diego which he loved very much. Following his discharge, he returned to CT where he graduated from Fairfield University earning two MBA degrees to become a teacher. Ed retired from the Westport School System after 38 years. He truly loved all his students and they in turn revered him. His one true passion was to sail Long Island Sound, which he did all of his life. He was a life member of the Fayerweather Yacht Club. "Moe" thought the world of the Bill Wilson Club.
He was predeceased by the mother of his children: Eva B. Morrison; sisters, Flora Morrison and Margaret Sjodin and a brother, William D. Morrison. He is survived by his loving wife Susan Newcombe Lee; a daughter, Laura B. Morrison; two sons, Edward J.B. Morrison, Jr. and Dr. Briggs W. Morrison; a step-son, Douglas Lee; step-daughter, Rebecca Lee Levine; two sisters, Jean M. Sadlier and Catherine M. Doyle; four grandchildren, and many loving nieces and nephews located in CT and NY.
A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, April 4, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. at First Church Congregational, 148 Beach Road, Fairfield with the Rev. David Spollett officiating. In lieu of flowers friends may consider a contribution in Edward's memory to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675-8516. For information or to offer an online condolence please visit www.spearfuneralHome.com.
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Pehr Smith
March 29, 2024
Thanks for the memories dear teacher, Rest in peace. -Pehr
April 21, 2019
Mr Morrison taught both my sons math in the WIMP program... Westport Individual Math Program... at Burr Farms Elementary in Westport CT..... in 1970-73... kind ma.
Pehr Smith
April 7, 2019
A heartfelt thank you Mr. Morrison. Rest in Peace, Sir.
Edward Langridge
April 2, 2019
Uncle Moe' was a very special person. He was the epitome of a fun-loving guy who always made us feel very welcome. Sailing in the Sound at eleven knots in Mimi was something we will never forget. God bless you Captain - you gave us so much. With love from your family in the UK.
March 31, 2019
May the Road rise to meet you. Thank you my Captain.
The Staff of Spear-Miller Funeral Home
April 1, 2019
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
Mark and Mary Beth Allen
March 31, 2019
Debbie and family
Our sincere condolences with the passing of your uncle. Know now he is at peace with our Lord and that his loved ones were waiting for him at heavens gate to welcome him. Keep him always in your hearts.
March 30, 2019
Sorry for your loss. Take time to grieve and find comfort in knowing that God is near to all those calling on him. Psalm 145:18
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