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Ed Morse Obituary

Automotive magnate Ed Morse has died at the age of 91. Morse and his father founded Morse Motors in 1946 as a rental-car company. It blossomed into a car-dealership empire that currently has 15 locations, including in Riviera Beach, Delray Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Sunrise, Tampa and Port Richey.
Published by Sun-Sentinel from Jun. 30 to Jul. 3, 2012.

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Carol Bavis

December 29, 2012

Carol,
I was thinking of you this Christmas and wondering how you
are, I googled Ed Morse and just learned of his passing.
I am so sorry to hear this, I hope you are doing well and I know that only time will heal
Your long lost friend,
Carol,FtWayne IN

Charla Morton

August 2, 2012

Carol -- We were all saddened to learn of the loss of Ed! How we all loved him. You are always in my thoughts and prayers. He will be with you always. Your friend from home! Love, Bob, Charla, Matt & Mark

August 1, 2012

My very best wishes to the Morse family . My mother and dad , long deceased ,were friends of Alex Morse and Bettye Morse and my sisters and I thought of them as uncle and aunt. Dad bought a used 1959 Impala in 1959 from Ed Morse, and it was a great car. I met Mr. Morse on that occasion. He kindly indulged me at age 11and my facination with cars. Aunt Bettye and Uncle Al were with us that day. Best regards. Ed Urban, Charlotte, North Carolina.

Cheryl (Sincock)Paynter

July 30, 2012

Ed was a wonderful mamn. I worked for him many years ago at Morse Car rental in Miami. I will always remember his smile and kindness. God bless the family and I know that Ed is looking down proudly at all of you.

David Orshan

July 8, 2012

Carol and Ted,

My deepest condolences to you. It is never a good time to lose a parent and I hope your grievance time allows you to mend your heavy heart.

David Orshan

GIL HENNEN

July 7, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jerry Thaw

July 7, 2012

Linda and I want to share our thoughts and prayers with the Family. What a wonderful organization to be associated with.

Gary Melzer

July 6, 2012

Carol: I just heard of Ed's passing from Rhonnie tonight. It was a pleasure knowing and working(out) with Ed these past several years. I'll always remember his wonderful sense of humor, attitude and effort he always gave to me.

Gary Melzer

July 6, 2012

Carol: I just heard of Ed's passing from Rhonnie tonight. Iit was a pleasure knowing and working (out) with Ed thesepast several years. I'll always remember his wonderful sense of humor, attitude and effort he always gave to me.

Jim Smith

July 6, 2012

Carol, Ted, Betty Anne,
It was my pleasure to know and work with Ed. He made me laugh often, and I respected how he built the business. He will truly be missed by many.
I am so sorry for your loss.

Kristine & Scott Caruso

July 6, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Morse family. We feel truly blessed to have known such an amazing man and the family that he created in his children, grand-children and great-grand children. God bless them all.

July 6, 2012

Dear BettyAnne & Family:

So sorry to hear about your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,

Nora Ortiz & Cathi Lello-Phillips
UHC

July 5, 2012

We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Respectfully Bob, Fadi, Jimmy, and Tony Hajjar.

Mark & Lynn Jones

July 5, 2012

Having started with the Morse group in 1981 as a young apprentice I had many opportunities to meet Mr. Morse. His great business sense and motto to promote from within has left the oganization many dedicated long term employees. Thank you to the entire family for the guidance to excell in the automotive industry for over 29 years. Our prayers are with you for the loss of a great person and a true icon in the automotive world.

steven mortensen

July 5, 2012

Morse Family:

My deepest condolences for your loss. It was my honor to have met him.

Kindest regards,
Steven Mortensen
Jerry Daniels

John Allsopp

July 5, 2012

Sorry for your loss

July 5, 2012

Bettyanne and family-My condolences to you all. My prayers are for peace and comfort to soon be yours. As always,and with love-Patti

July 4, 2012

My sincere sympathy to the entire Morse Family. My prayers and condolences.
Susan Sebastian

Jim Murray

July 4, 2012

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Ed Morse family as you grieve the loss of ED MORSE. It was my privilege to work for Ed Morse Chevrolet, Lauderhill in the late 1980's and early 1990's. Ed Morse Chevrolet was by far the best run Chevrolet dealershil in the country. I am forever grateful for that experience. ED Morse may you rest in peace.

Sean walsh

July 4, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Morse family. It is an absolute pleasure to work for your company.

Merri Grace McLeroy

July 4, 2012

There is no greater legacy than one of service, and no greater honor than to be the patriarch of such a wonderful, beloved family. Like him, you are a great blessing to this community and to those whose lives you touch. May God give you peace and courage, and may you find joy in your memories.

Michael Ficarra

July 3, 2012

To the entire Ed Morse Family, our family is truly sorry for your loss. All of us will miss Ed's charm, energy, courage and wisdom that I know I came away with after 10 years. Truly one of the great men of our time, very few can inspire so many to do what came naturally to him. He told me three things I remember to this day' "we just need to be the best in everything we do", " I'm counting on you to pick up the ball and run with it when somebody else drops it", and right before I left for Springhill.."God gave you two ears and only one mouth, bring back as much knowledge to us as you can."
Great memories from a great man, I hope we all keep him in our hearts until we're lucky enough to see him again.

July 3, 2012

Those we love don't go away
They walk beside us every day
Unseen, unheard, but always near
Still lover, still missed & very dear.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Morse family.

Suellyn & Bob Kowalski Delray Beach

Peter & Paula Lombardo

July 3, 2012

Our deepest sympathy go out to Carol,Ted,Betty Anne,Dick,Rich Jr.Brian and the entire Morse family.Working as a manager for Ed Morse dealerships for over 10 years was the best education I have ever received on how dealerships should be run.Ed Morse beleived that customer satisfaction being #1 should be changed to employee satisfaction being #1 what better way to take care of a customer than with a happy employee.Mr Morse will be missed but his leadership and generosity will not be forgotten.Thank you for making a great history for all of us in the automotive world.

Chuck Sarkisian

July 3, 2012

Mr Morse and his family I have known for the past 43 years, as kind and caring and giving family to the needy and to the community. Mr Morse wil definately be missed by all.

Our Prayers and thoughts are wit the entire Morse Family.

Carol Busbee

July 3, 2012

My deepest sympathies to the entire Morse family. It is a priviege to work for Mr. Morse,I am very honored to say for the past 19 years at Ed Morse Delray Toyota/Scion Rest in piece Mr. Ed Morse.

American Heart Association

July 3, 2012

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Rodger Bratvogel

July 2, 2012

Our deepest sympathy go's out to the whole Morse family. I did all of your prints on your homes with Carol at Dixie Blueprint you alway made me laughed.

Debi Elfast

July 2, 2012

I worked for the Morse family in 184-88 and again 1992-96, and a great people to work for. I worked with Ted not much with Mr. Morse. I was so sorry to hear of their loss. My prayers go the the entire family. May they find peace in losing their loved one

Henry & Raquel Rojas

July 2, 2012

Our deepest sympathy go out to the whole Ed Morse family. You will be missed. I have known you for over 10 years. Thank you for giving me the opportunity when I started my own business. When I detailed your limo you would always have a converstion with me, we joked & laughed. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. He was a great man. From Auto Custom Get Ready Services

Vanessa Valderrama

July 2, 2012

Rest in peace, Mr. Morse.
Blessings.

Don Sieker

July 2, 2012

To all the Morse family, my sincerest sympathy. Mr Morse gave me an opportunity 22 years ago and I could not have asked for a better career to raise and support my family.Ed not only valued his customers but I believe more so his employees. There was never a time that I saw him that he would not ask "Is there anything I can do for you?"
Thanks you Mr Morse for everything you Have done for all of us!

Di Maharaj

July 2, 2012

We appreciate all Mr. Morse's wonderful contribution to our community.

Glenn and Sharon Kilburn

July 2, 2012

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with the Family at this sad time.

Myrna Grater

July 2, 2012

Those we love remain with us
For love itself lives on,
And cherished memories never fade
Because a loved one's gone.
Those we love can never be
More than a thought apart,
For as long as there is memory,
They'll live on in the heart.

Chuck Garbett

July 2, 2012

I knew Ed when he lived at The Country Club of Miami during the late 60's to early 70's. He was always so great to me-even offered me a job to come work for him. Ed really enjoyed life. RIP old friend...

roger carter

July 2, 2012

My deepest sympathy Carol, Ted, Betty Anne, Dick and the entire Morse family. Ed and Ted gave me an opportunity.Betty Anne and Dick put up with me. tough My success I owe to Ed and his entire Family.He was a terrific person that I have the highest respect for.

Lori Duran

July 2, 2012

As an employee of Ed Morse Honda/Collision Center, I send my heartfelt condolences to the entire Morse Family on the loss of Ed. May he rest in Peace and find comfort in the arms of our Lord. Sincerely, Lori Duran

Laura Gutierrez

July 2, 2012

My most sincere condolences to the entire Morse family. I have seen first hand the generosity of Ed Morse and the entire family. I had the pleasure to work for the company and it is by far one of the best in the business.

Richard Goldman

July 2, 2012

Having done so much business with the Morse family over these last 25 years, I am saddened over the loss of this magnificent man. It was a pleasure to know him, to work with him, to be able to do business with him and his family, and to be a small part of his life. My sincere condolences go out to his family at this time. Ed shall be missed.

Francis Bonilla

July 2, 2012

My deepest condolences to the Morse Family. My prayers go out to all...As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

July 2, 2012

RIP. I hope you went out in the same style.

James Wimberly

July 2, 2012

I worked for Mr. Morse at Bayview Cadillac in the summer of 1981. He would regularly visit the dealership and talk to us like we were family. He always had a kind word for myself and the other staff. He was a lovely man and a kind gracious soul. He set a great example for me as a man and in business leadership. God bless him and his family.

Lois Vazquez

July 2, 2012

I wish to extend my most heartfelt sympathy to all the family and friends. I was privileged to work for Ed Morse from 1978 to 1980 at Ed Morse Chevrolet in Lauderhill, and have now been working at Ed Morse Delray Toyota for almost 3 years. I have had so much respect for Mr. Morse over the years for all he has accomplished in business, for all the employment opportunities he has given to thousands of people, and for so much that he has given back to the community. Although I didn't see him as often in these later years as I did back in the early days, I will truly miss him.

Cynthia Bucholtz

July 2, 2012

I have had the honor of being the telecommunications consultant for the company for nearly 20 years..a great company...a great family...Mr. Morse was a man who treated all fairly and embellished great business acumen. My deepest sympathy to the entire family.

Cynthia Bucholtz

July 2, 2012

My deepest sympathy to the entire family of Ed Morse. I have been associated with the company nearly 20 years as the telecommuncations consultant and being part of the company that Ed Morse founded has indeed been an honor. He was a delightful man...great business acumen..and treated all fairly.

Cynthia Bucholtz, Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Stacey Guevara

July 1, 2012

May Mr. Ed Morse rest in peace. My prayers go out to all the family members. I've truly been blessed to have been working for the company for 19 years & hopefully many more to come. His company is few of the ones that are good to their employees & treat people equally.. I really never knew Ed but did meet him 1 time at the Chevrolet store that I worked at for 15 years until they closed in 2008.. Again my prayers go out to the wonderful family that he has.....

Rex Rush

July 1, 2012

My most sincere condolences to the entire Morse family. I have seen first hand the generosity of Ed Morse and the entire family. Their involvement with the Muscular Dystrophy Association and the money raised have helped many families deal with the most difficult of situations.
Ed Morse was a true leader and will always be remembered not only by those in the auto industry but by the many people whose lives he touched.

Jacklyn Angstadt

July 1, 2012

Although I work for Ed Morse Toyota, I have not had the Honor of meeting Mr.Ed Morse, but have been honored to meet some of his family. My family extends Our Deepest Sympathy, and know your Loss brings you tears and sorrow. Remember all the Memories that made you who you are today, and keep him Forever close in your Hearts.

Mr.Morse,
May the road rise to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face.
May the rains fall soft upon your fields
and until we meet again,
May the Lord hold you in the palm of His hand.
And Open the Gates of Heaven!

tom wagner

July 1, 2012

to the ed morse family sorry for your loss of a wonderfull man ed morse with my deepest sympathy and prayers

Antoinette Latella

July 1, 2012

My heart goes out to BettyAnn, Mr. Beaver, Rich and family. I am sorry for your loss. Mr. Morse was a great man and I enjoyed working in his Saturn dealership. His upbeat personality and great sense of humor every time he walked thru the doors are memories I will hold on to. He was a very hard working man and has a wonderful family. God bless.

Nancy Snyder

July 1, 2012

Mr. Morse provided 52 years of employment for my father and I with much mutual appreciation and respect. He gave me the chance and opportunity to be the first female parts manager for his corporation, of which I will never forget and am most grateful for.

Barbara Gerosa

July 1, 2012

Carol, my deepest sympathy, he was a great guy. My thoughts are with you.

July 1, 2012

Knowing Mr. Morse and Carol for many years, also working for he and Ted for 15 years, please accept my sincere sympathy.
Alway Dar and Charlie Gurr (Colorado)

July 1, 2012

Ed and his wife would have dinner at Caprio's Italian Restaurant (Delray) 20 years ago on a regular basis. I was a young bartender then, finishing college and preparing to start law school. Ed and his wife were always encouraging, very generous, and the kindest people. Ed was a "good man" who touched many lives in a positive way. I extend my sincere condolences to the family.

Paul Molle

Scott Meshulam

July 1, 2012

I worked for the Morse group and Ed and Famiy built a Great company. With Ed's leadership and Ted and Betty Ann's business sense what a wonderful company. You will be missed by all Mr. Morse. Thank you for all you have done.

Mike Net

July 1, 2012

I worked for National Car Rental and a lot of people that Ed brought to his company remained when Ed sold the franchise to National. A lot of great people worked there and made National what it was in South Florida, a great place to work!

Ray Limousine

July 1, 2012

I just heard, so sorry for your loss.

Mary Ann Rayot

July 1, 2012

It has been my pleasure to work for the Morses since the 1980's. Mr. Morse was a gentleman and it was an honor to know him. My thoughts are with the family today.

Jeffrey Rothstein

July 1, 2012

Carol was stunned too here of Ed's passing I served u and Ed at Mario's and The Pasta Market in Boca Raton. My condolences too you and the family.

Richard Snyder

July 1, 2012

I worked for Ed Morse “Ed Morse Automotive Group” for 26 years; Starting at Ed Morse Chevrolet in Lauderhill, FL, in 1971 retiring in 1997 from Bayview Cadillac in 1997.
I considered him not only my employer, but a good boss and also a great friend.

Thomas Watson

July 1, 2012

So sorry Teddy .My thoughts and prayer go out to you and your family .Be strong now for you dad and the family .

Lee Cort

July 1, 2012

I can easily go back when Ed Morse had Morse-National Car rental, managed by John Galavin. From there, Mr. Morse encompassed the automotive business with such success that few could follow. My deepest sympathy to the entire family

Greg Levine

July 1, 2012

Our deepest sympathy to your entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Greg, Maria, Mason & Bella LeVine

Troy Drummond

July 1, 2012

For someone that works for an Ed Morse dealership I am honored to work there!! Even though I never met Mr. Morse, I am blessed to work for his company he started!!!!

Duane Bunn

June 30, 2012

With deepest sympathies for the family and friends. It was my privilege to have known and worked with Mr. Morse and the family for many years.

Steve Schade

June 30, 2012

What an honor it was to work with Ed and his son Ted when they bought Bruce King. I wouldnt be a Chevrolet dealer today if it wasnt for the Morse Group! They are a wonderful family as well as one of the finest run auto dealerships!

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