In Memory of
James "Jim"
Morrison
Morrison
1932 - 2016
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Smith's Funeral Home
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Bruno & Carol Ann Santia
"Deeply saddened to hear of your dads passing. May his soul and all the souls of "
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Dean and Hilary Robinson
"We have lost a dear friend. An articulate, engaging and interesting fellow and "
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The Cowley Family
"Our thoughts are with you at this time. xoxoxoxo"
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Walt & Marge Hewitson
"We will never forget you Jim. Sincere sympathy to family."
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Al and JoAnne Oatridge
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Obituary for James "Jim" Morrison
Born in Hamilton,Ontario, James (Jim) Nelson Morrison, at 83 years of agepassed away peacefully at Carpenter Hospice in Burlington, Ontario on June 8, 2016. Jim and Jackie married young and had 6 children within a span of 9 years. Jim began his teaching career at the age of 20 in Burlington, retiring as a superintendent with the Halton District School Board. Jim’s family was his pride and joy as father of Lynn Toye (John), Dale Morrison Guerra - predeceased 2013 (Remo), Paul – predeceased 1957, Dawn Doherty (John), Craig (Rosemary) and David (Ann). Cherished grandfather of 15 and great-grandfather of 4.
Longtime resident of Aldershot, Jim was a former member of Burlington Lions, curler at the Burlington Golf & Curling Club and longtime member of the Sparrow Lake Cottagers Association. Jim enjoyed many sunny winters in Venice, Florida and summers at Sparrow Lake.
A formidable card player, longtime fishing enthusiast, traveller and dedicated Blue Jays fan, Jim had a gift for making friends with his engaging smile and quick sense of humour. He was a gifted storyteller and had the unique ability to make everyone feel special.
Jim led a rich, colourful, and interesting life. Our lives will be a lot less interesting without him.
Private cremation has taken place.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 12th (3-6 pm) at:
Smith’s Funeral Home
1167 Guelph Line (1-stop light north of QEW)
Burlington, ON
(905) 632-3333
A ‘Celebration of Life’ will be held on Monday, June 13th (1-3pm) at:
Paletta Mansion
4250 Lakeshore Road
Burlington, ON
(905) 632-7809
In memory of Jim donations can be made to The Foundation Fighting Blindness- Canada www.ffb.ca, Carpenter Hospice (Burlington Rotary Community Hospice) or the charity of your choice.
Longtime resident of Aldershot, Jim was a former member of Burlington Lions, curler at the Burlington Golf & Curling Club and longtime member of the Sparrow Lake Cottagers Association. Jim enjoyed many sunny winters in Venice, Florida and summers at Sparrow Lake.
A formidable card player, longtime fishing enthusiast, traveller and dedicated Blue Jays fan, Jim had a gift for making friends with his engaging smile and quick sense of humour. He was a gifted storyteller and had the unique ability to make everyone feel special.
Jim led a rich, colourful, and interesting life. Our lives will be a lot less interesting without him.
Private cremation has taken place.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 12th (3-6 pm) at:
Smith’s Funeral Home
1167 Guelph Line (1-stop light north of QEW)
Burlington, ON
(905) 632-3333
A ‘Celebration of Life’ will be held on Monday, June 13th (1-3pm) at:
Paletta Mansion
4250 Lakeshore Road
Burlington, ON
(905) 632-7809
In memory of Jim donations can be made to The Foundation Fighting Blindness- Canada www.ffb.ca, Carpenter Hospice (Burlington Rotary Community Hospice) or the charity of your choice.
