Herbert B Morrison

Calais – Herbert “Bruce” Morrison, 87, died peacefully at his home on Tuesday, November 17, 2009. Bruce was born in St. Stephen, N.B., on Sept. 14, 1922, son of the late Clifford and Jessie (McWaw) Morrison. He graduated from the Calais Academy and married Patricia Strout of Milbridge on Dec. 29, 1942. Bruce entered the U.S. Air Force in 1943 and faithfully served his country for 21 years, retiring as a CMSgt, last stationed at Loring AFB in Limestone. He was a member of Sherman Bros. Post #3 American Legion in Calais. Bruce enjoyed relaxing at his home and watching the river and wildlife. His most cherished memories were those spent with his loving wife and children. Surviving are his loving wife of 66 years, Pat; two sons, Dave Morrison and his wife Debbie of Mass., and Jim Morrison of Robbinston; three daughters, Bonnie Moffatt and her husband Morris of Calais, Sue Brown and her husband Nelson of Wells, and Christina Gillespie and her husband Dennis of Meddybemps; 10 grandchildren, Bob, Josh, Heather, Johnny, Artie, Kathy, Danita, Denise, Janna and Adam; seven great-grandchildren, Jared, Kaylee, Kelsey, Kyle, Kaila, Kianna and Noah; one sister, Helen Brooks of Fla., and the family’s special friend Prudy Nesbit of Fla.


Memorials:
Donations in Bruce’s memory may be made to St. Croix #1 Fire Restoration Committee, PO Box 413, Calais, ME 04619.


Cemetery:
Calais Cemetery
South St.
Calais, ME 04619 (map/driving directions)



Services:
11:00AM at Graveside on Friday, November 20th, 2009