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Patrick Morrison Obituary
Holden - Patrick T. Morrison, 60, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, August 27, 2020 after a brief illness. He was born and raised in Worcester, the son of Edward W. and Louise M. (Pouppeville) Morrison and had lived most of his life in Worcester before moving to Holden in 1998.
He leaves his loving wife of 32 years, Cheryl (Sanders) Morrison; his beloved daughter, Meghan Morrison of Jefferson; his parents-in-law, Eleanor and William Chipps and James and Barbara Sanders; his brothers-in-law, Richard, Michael and James III Sanders; his brother, Paul Morrison; his sister, Susan Bonnevie; and several nieces and nephews.
Patrick attended Worcester schools where he played baseball and basketball. He graduated from Boys Trade and Central New England College. He also attended Clark University.
He began his engineering career at MIT/Lincoln Labs where he focused on research and development of radar systems. He worked several years at WPI managing the ECE lab and enjoyed working with students. It was during this period, that Patrick collaborated on a new project that resulted in a pattern called the Droopy Bowtie Radiator. His career culminated at Raytheon where he enjoyed the unique experiences, traveling the world and working with a group of great professionals.
He was a member of All Saints Church, enjoyed golf, skiing, his pool, landscaping and building many things. Patrick greatest joy was his loving family and his home.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend calling hours from 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday, August 31st in the Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main Street, Holden. Funeral services for Patrick will be held on Tuesday, September 1st at 11 a.m. in All Saints Church, 10 Irving Street, Worcester. Burial will be private following the service at All Faiths Cemetery in Worcester. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Shelter Inc. of Sterling, 17 Laurelwood Road, Sterling, MA 01564 (www.sterlingshelter.org). To share a memory or offer an online condolence, please visit
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joyce
September 3, 2020
my deepest sympathy to you, Cheryl and Meg and all of the family. joyce hokans
Michelle Kularski
September 1, 2020
Dear Cheryl & Megan,
My heart goes out to you and all of your Family. I am so saddened by this loss. Patrick is one of the nicest people I've ever met in life. May he rest easy and always be by your side. There is not a greater love than all the love he has in his heart for you both. Saying a prayer for all of you.
May God, and Family & Friends help you through all the hardest of these days.
Sending all my love.
Pauline Dillon
August 31, 2020
Dear Cheryl & Megan, We have moved from North St. some time ago however, anytime that I was walking,jogging up the street which was very often and ran into Patrick he was always so friendly, cordial, and engaging in good conversation. We, as a family, are very sad at the loss of such a generally nice, kind man. Please accept our sincere sympathy at the loss of your husband & father. Pauline & Jim Dillon
CHRISTINA LEE
August 31, 2020
Dear Meghan & Mrs. Morrison,
We are so sorry to hear about Mr. Morrison's passing. I always enjoyed chatting with him while watching the girls during their riding lessons at Bellewood. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Christina Lee & Lacey Lee
Debi Carlson-Ferrer
August 30, 2020
Patrick was a kind person. He had a heart of gold. I was lucky to have him as a friend growing up .
My condolences to his family & friends.
Susan Bonnevie
August 30, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved ones today and always. Love your Sister Sue
Jean Dalbec
August 30, 2020
Paul and family,
My deepest condolences to all of you as you miss and mourn Pat. He was a nice "kid" and taken far too young.
Love & God Bless
Jean Dalbec
Rick &Pam Carr
August 30, 2020
So very sorry for your loss, God Bless him and your family
Richard Sanders
August 30, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
paul w morrison
August 29, 2020
Good bye little brother
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