CLARENCE MILLER MORRISH

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CLARENCE MILLER MORRISH Clarence was born Saturday, April 24, 1915 at Big River, SK, where he and his family lived until they moved to The Pas in 1921. Clarence received his education in The Pas. Clarence was united in marriage to Evelyn Francis Lewis, Monday, June 12, 1939 and together celebrated 42 years of marriage. Evelyn lost a lengthy battle with cancer and passed away Saturday, March 28, 1981. Family and serving the community played an important role in Clarences life. Over the years he remained involved in the local Rotary Club, Masonic Lodge, Shrine Club, Golden Age Group, Royal Canadian Legion, and the United Church. A great deal of Clarences working career was with a grocery wholesale (Scott National) both here in The Pas and Saskatoon. He travelled the north by train, bombardier, boat, and several aircraft where over the years he made countless numbers of friends and acquaintances throughout northern Manitoba. Clarence served his country during the Second World War as a member of the Royal Canadian Navy. Clarence passed away suddenly Thursday morning, November 1, 2001 at St. Anthonys Hospital, The Pas, aged 86 years. He is survived by his children, Gary (Flo), Don (Vivian), and Janice; 11 grandchildren, Brian (Lori), Bruce (Barb), Brent (Shannon), Cheryl (Kevin), Dori (Shawn), Lori (Rob), Christopher, Cory, Michelle, Crystal, and Trevor; 10 great-grandchildren, Patrick, Matthew, Andrew, Eric, Leah, Blair, Erika, Ashley, Jordy, and Lindsay; brother Bill, Winnipeg; and his special friend Estelle Masur; as well as many friends. Clarence was predeceased by his parents, Thomas and Eleanor; sisters, May Jackson, Edith Johnson, Alberta Wilson; and brother Charles. The funeral service was held Monday, November 5 at 2:00 p.m. at Westminster United Church, with Ven. Grahme Spear and James Hemauer presiding. Music Ministry was the Westminster United Church Choir and organist, Joyce Clarke. Memories of the Heart was given by son Gary Morrish. A poem was read by granddaughter Lori Veito. Scripture was read by grandchildren, Christopher Morrish and Crystal Morrish. Following the interment prayers at Lakeside Cemetery, everyone was invited for refreshments and an opportunity to greet one another at the Lower Level of Westminster United Church. A Tribute at Lakeside Cemetery was given by The Pas Lodge 124 A.F.M. (Masonic Lodge). Active pallbearers were Gary Morrish, Don Morrish, Bruce Morrish, Brent Morrish, Brian Morrish, and Christopher Morrish. Honorary pallbearers were everyone in attendance at the service. If friends so desire, donations may be made in Clarences memory to the Westminster United Church Memorial Fund, Box 25, The Pas, MB R9A 1K3. Hemauer Funeral Home, The Pas, were in care of arrangements, 623-3261. When I die, give what is left of me to children. If you need to cry, cry for your brothers and sisters walking beside you. Put your arms around anyone and give them what you need to give to me. I want to leave you with something, better than words or sounds. Look for me in the people I have known and loved. And if you cannot live without me, then let me live in your eyes, your mind, and your acts of kindness. You can love me most by letting hands touch hands. Love does not die, People do. So when all that is left of me is love... Give me away....

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 14, 2001