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James Morton Obituary
James Morton, 73, of Jim Thorpe, formerly of Philadelphia, died Sunday, April 13. He was the husband of Marguerite Morton.
He was a retired homicide detective for the Philadelphia Police Department.
He was the father of Regina Peckmann, James and Jennifer Morton and Edward and Paul Carr.
Also surviving are 10 grandchildren and a sister, Joan Bescript.
Service: Memorial service 11 a.m. Thursday, April 17, John F. Givnish Funeral Home, 10975 Academy Rd., Philadelphia. Life Celebration 10-11 a.m. Thursday. Contributions in his name may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, www.alz.org/donate. To share a memory of Jim, visit www.life-celebration.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for James Morton
Chip Burnett
June 21, 2014
I remember meeting Jim and Marguerite at Penns Peak a few years ago, not knowing we were both retired PPD.Once we found out, we both had a good laugh. More good times at the Mollies Pub. My condolences to the Morton Family. I feel proud to have known Jim. I will keep you in my prayers.
Tom Augustine
April 20, 2014
Hello, I'm sorry to hear of your loss Marguerite. Worked with Jim in Homicide, what a great guy! Both you and Jim were the best. No matter where I was, when Jim and you walked into the room everything brightened up, good luck, Tom Auigustine
April 16, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all. Mike and Debbie McGarry.
April 16, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Theresa fegan
April 16, 2014
Our condolences to the family of Jim. Great man and wonderful family. We pray that you find strength and healing at this difficult time.
Love from
The McMunn family
April 16, 2014
To the family of JAMES MORTON I send my condolences. During this difficult time draw close to GOD and he will draw close to you.
sincerely,
Ms Carruth
April 15, 2014
Thinking of you Jennifer and wishing you and your family God's blessed peace.
Margaret and Jim ODonnell and family
Jim Downs (Ret. Lt. PPD / Homicide)
April 15, 2014
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. The members of our CopNET family would like to thank Homicide Detective James Morton for his dedication and service to the citizens of Philadelphia. The passing of Jim will be broadcast to our 3,206 members shortly and we would like to extend our sincere condolences to his family. His absence from our ranks will be deeply missed by the remaining members of Philadelphia's Finest who were fortunate to have served with him during his police career. He will continue in our thoughts and prayers during our remaining days. "Until we meet again, may God Hold you in the palm of his hand. " . . .
Semper Fidelis.
Pam Berntsen
April 15, 2014
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
With Sympathy,
The Berntsens (Pam,Steve,Becca,Kristen and Kevin)
April 15, 2014
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May the good memories help you through this difficult time.
With Sympathy,
The Berntsens (Pam,Steve,Becca,Kristen and Kevin)
karen Jurkiewicz-Ort
April 15, 2014
I am very sorry for the loss of Jim....I will keep everyone in my thoughts a nd prayers....
Cousin Karen(Jurkiewicz) Ort
Christa Barlow
April 15, 2014
Prayers to the Morton family.
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Memorial Events
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Apr
17
Celebration of Life
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
John F Givnish Funeral Home - Academy Rd10975 Academy Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19154
Apr
17
Memorial service
11:00 a.m.
John F Givnish Funeral Home - Academy Rd10975 Academy Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19154
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