Joseph Morrison
Born In: SYDNEY, Nova Scotia, Canada
Born: February 14th, 1921
Passed in: Armed Forces Americas, United States
Passed on: May 24th, 2009
"Morrison, Joseph Edward, born February 14, 1921 in Whitney Pier, Sydney, Nova Scotia, passed away on May 24, 2009 surrounded by his children and loved ones. Having spent his early youth in Sydney, he later went on to serve in WWII and enlisted before the age of 18 years as a B17 Pilot and Navigation Officer in the Royal Canadian Air Force in defense of Allied Merchant Marine Convoys in the North Atlantic. He later joined the Knights of Columbus and as a member, supported the Catholic Church, gave back to his community, and built upon his faith. In 1946, he married Margaret Susan Burke his beloved wife of 62 years. In 1952, they traveled with their children to Orange County, CA in search of a new life for his family. Shortly, thereafter he continued to build upon his accomplishments and success, as he decided to purchase an orange grove and later went on to develop his own contracting business. Joe most enjoyed reading novels, playing blackjack, baseball, traveling and spending quality time with family and friends. He enjoyed traveling back to Sydney to spend time with his siblings and immediate family. During visits to Sydney, Joe would meet and greet others and created many strong connections with those he met. He touched many lives with his generous and caring nature. Joe was a noble, genuine and loving father, grandfather and great grandfather. His sense of humor, selflessness and love for life will continue to live on through the many cherished memories his loved ones hold. Joseph is survived by his wife Margaret (nee Burke), his children Joseph Morrison, Patricia Bikhazi, Barbara Piuma & Louella Hartig; siblings Veronica MacNeil, Mary Reid, Jessie O’Keefe, Camella Osborne; grandchildren Kelly, Caitlin & Benjamin Morrison, Aaron & Hayley Peirsol, Vanessa & Kevin Bikhazi, and Joshua & Christian Piuma. He is predeceased by parents Maude & Dougall Morrison; siblings Louise Gushue, Alec, John, Ralph & Ann Morrison. The Interment Mass will be offered in Mira, St. Joseph’s Church (Albert Bridge), at a date to be determined in summer 2009."
