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John Morrison Obituary
August 22, 1917
October 13, 2015
Morrison, John George, 98, passed away peacefully, at his home in Sparks NV, Tuesday October 13, 2015. John was born in Boca, California to James and Lillian Morrison on August 22, 1917. He graduated from Sparks High School in 1935 and attended the University of Nevada Reno.
John served in the US Air Force during WWII making Sargent as a Radio Operator on B52 Bombers.
In 1951, he married his wife, Vivian, and they were happily married for fifty-five years. She precedes him in death, as does his daughter, Sherry.
After the war, he returned to Sparks and worked at Isabelle Construction for 16 years, and during this time he served as a Sparks City Councilman Ward 1. John cast the deciding vote that made prostitution illegal within the Sparks city limits.
In 1965, John started his career as the Sparks Municipal Judge, where he served 22 years until he retired in 1987. At that point he and Vivian moved to their farm in Fernley, Nevada. Over a decade later they returned to Sparks to be close to doctors and family.
John was a devoted husband and a loving father, grandfather and great grandfather. He is survived by: Sons Danny, Randy & Steven Morrison and Daughter Rhonda Riglesberger.
He had six grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Also surviving is nephew Craig Morrison.
His gentle smile is etched in the memories of those who knew him.
Funeral Services will be held at the Immaculate Conception Church at 10 AM on Wednesday October 21, 2015 with reception to follow. Burial will be at the Northern Nevada Veteran's Memorial Cemetery in Fernley, NV at 1 PM. Flowers are appreciated and may be delivered to the church.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Morrison
October 23, 2015
My mother went to school with John. As a child we visited him and Vivian at their place on Glendale road. I have many fond memories of our visits. At that time we hav no TV or video games so we visited quite a lot. Sorry to hear of the loss of John. He was a wonderful person in my book
Harry Irwin.
Patrick Lynskey
October 21, 2015
I will always remember Grandpa Morrison as a calm, intelligent, caring and fair man with the utmost integrity. He offered a great example of how a Man should be. I remember when he sentenced my mom (Sherry Morrison) to driving school because A- he did not want to show a hint of favoritism and B- it was the right thing to do (she needed it :) ). He was a good man and will be remembered fondly.
October 21, 2015
We will miss John very much. We didn't know him long enough but it was always a pleasure. God bless you John! Love, Ann & Beth Bringmann.
Shirley Pursel
October 19, 2015
My prayers are with you all. May you find comfort in the happy memories of John.
linda rackley
October 19, 2015
Praying for all the family especially Rhonda,Jennifer and Jeremy whom all the Rackley family loves so much. Peace be with you as much as you can right not.
Jerry Bouchard
October 19, 2015
He wil be missed. He was a great uncle and friend
Jerry Bouchard
October 19, 2015
He will be missed up her in Wyoming
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October 18, 2015
John "Judge" Morrison was a very special person to me. I worked w/him for many years at Muni Court and absolutely loved him. He was the greatest boss and friend anyone could ever have. Heaven has gained another angel. Prayers and love to his family; he lived a full life and he will never be forgotten.
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