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Ambrose Gerald 'Gerry' Morrison

Ambrose Gerald 'Gerry' Morrison

Born In: Glace Bay
Born: October 13th, 1937

Passed in: Glace Bay
Passed on: October 10th, 2015

It is with broken hearts, that we announce the unexpected passing of our wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, Gerry Morrison at age 77.
Gerry peacefully passed away at his home, Oct. 10, 2015.
Born in Glace Bay, Oct. 13, 1937, he was the son of the late Hugh and Cecilia (Burke) Morrison and was a member of St. Anne’s Church, Glace Bay.
Throughout his life Dad had several careers, and he put his heart and soul into each and everyone. He was a member of the Canadian Armed Forces, a carpenter by trade and he also started Gerry’s Taxi in Glace Bay.
He loved to travel with his family, enjoying his visits to Disney World, Alberta and many weekend trips to Halifax. He was fond of politics and was always up for a heated debate. He also enjoyed playing poker with the boys, country music, going to the movies, following CBU women’s soccer, and taking on renovation projects, especially with his son-in-law Robert. He was an amazing organizer; he also enjoyed keeping schedules and lists.
He will be remembered as a great family man who truly enjoyed spending time with his grandkids, especially watching them swimming in the pool. He would often be heard saying, “What time are the kids coming?”
Gerry will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 43 years, Ann Marie (LeClair) Morrison, daughter Setz Sue Ann (Robert) White, Lingan; son Shaun (Crystal) Morrison, Penhold, Alberta; brothers, Alex (Hughenia), Joey (Colleen), both of Glace Bay; grandchildren who were his pride and joy, Isabella, Layla, Madison; several nieces, nephews and friends.
Besides his parents, Gerry was also predeceased by brothers, Leo 'Sonny', Bobby, Irving, sisters, Phyllis MacDonald, Catherine McMullin and infant Anastasia at birth.
In honouring Dad’s wishes, cremation has taken place under the care and direction of V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. A funeral mass will be celebrated 2 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2015, in St. Anne’s Church, Glace Bay with Fr. Leo Boone officiating. A reception will follow in the church foyer.
Memorial donations in Gerry’s memory may be made to the VON or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
At this time we would like to sincerely thank Dr. Lisa Gammell and the VON for their care and compassion; and to Alex and Joey for their morning visits.
Online condolences to the Morrison family may be expressed on our website www.vmcgillivray.ca.


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