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Gary Morell Obituary
Palmyra: Died peacefully on August 11, 2008 at age 67. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Rosalie; devoted children Deanna Morell, John (Michele) Morell, and Diane Kelly; adoring grandchildren Hanna, Sara, & Emma Kelly and Nicolette & Lillian Morell; mother-in-law, Rose Scorza and brother & sister in law Phyllis (Robert) Plass of Hyde Park and many good friends. Gary practiced law in Palmyra for over 40 years at Converse & Morell. He was involved in several community activities; including Pal-Mac Rotary Club, Palmyra Masonic Lodge and Wayne Co. Industrial Development Agency.
Friends are invited to call on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at McGUIRE/HARGRAVE & MURPHY FUNERAL HOME 123 East Jackson St., Palmyra. His Funeral Service will be held 10:30 AM Thursday at Zion Episcopal Church, Palmyra, followed by his burial at Palmyra Cemetery. Donations may be made to Palmyra Community Center or a charity of one's choice in his memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gary Morell
Donald Baliszewski
August 23, 2008
Dear Rosalie and family am very sorry to hear of the loss of John. My deepest sympathies on your loss from far away.
I am glad to have known John as well as yourself from our high school days at FDR High. Have many happy and pleasant thoughts from those days.
Memories are what life is reflected on. My prayers and thoughts as well as your class mates from FDR Class of 60, are with you and your family in this time of sadness. Again so sorry for your loss. Donald Basliszewski (Oslo, NORWAY)
Traci Molloy
August 14, 2008
Dear Diane and Morell Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. He was such a great man - very full of life and generous. I have many fond memories of him at our Alfred soccer games. He was always there supporting you in so many ways.
My thoughts are with all of you.
Much love,
Traci
Bart and Pam DuVall
August 14, 2008
Rose and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Pat Trumbull-Howell-Copp
August 13, 2008
Rosalie, Gary has been a part of my life since school days, church choir and over 20 years of help in my real estate career.Norm and I both express our love to you and your family.
Lynda Nation
August 13, 2008
Rose,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Tracy (Howell) Hanson
August 13, 2008
Rosalie, I am very sorry to hear the news about Gary. I have known you and Gary since the children were little and I babysat them. I always thought of Gary with much respect. He was a very special person, and will be missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Connie Slater
August 13, 2008
Deanna & John-
I am so very sorry for the loss of your Dad. I didn't have much contact with him, but I do remember the times he watched Diane coach soccer. He was always smiling. Our thoughts are with you all.
Bob & Sandy Pelz
August 13, 2008
Rose, our thoughts & prayers are with you. We always enjoyed watching you and Gary dance at our parties and are so glad we got to know you better. Hugs to you and your family in sympathy......love you.
Maria Heeks-Heinlein
August 13, 2008
Diane and Family,
You are all in my prayers during this very difficult time.
Janet Schumann
August 13, 2008
Rose, John and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Words cannot adequately express what a wonderful man Gary was. He will always have a very special place in my heart and will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.
Beverly Duffey
August 13, 2008
John and Michele,
I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Kathy Fox
August 13, 2008
Rose and Children,
I am so sorry for your loss! There is nothing I can say to take away the pain and grief. Just take heart that Gary was a wonderful man, husband and father. He brought so many blessing to so many people. It was a gift to have known him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love to all
Kathy and Luke
Susan & Marty Collie
August 13, 2008
Ramblin' Rose....Marty and I have wonderful memories of family vacations, fun neighborhood cook-outs, and your's and Gary's warm friendship. He will be missed.
Joan Wiedrick
August 12, 2008
Rose, my thoughts are with you and your family.
Thom Rifenberg
August 12, 2008
Dear Rose, My deepest sympathies on your loss, I have lost a trusted friend of over 60 years but never the memories.
Sincerly,
Thom. Rifenberg
Lynn McGuire (Fitzak)
August 12, 2008
Deanna:
I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I have many, many fond memories of your dad - from way back when....He was a very generous and giving man, as well as a gentle person. My prayers are with all of you.
Scott, Kira and Ryan Allen
August 12, 2008
Gary was a great man that left a large footprint on the local community, and will be greatly missed.
Robert Novgrod
August 12, 2008
I'm sorry for your loss
Carol Boughton
August 12, 2008
Deana,
I am so sorry for your loss.
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