Jeff Morrison
Died: September 28, 2009 | Place: University Hospital
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MORRISON, Jeffrey
After a courageous journey with Multiple Sclerosis, Jeff Morrison (in his 46th year) died in the Palliative Care Unit at University Hospital, London, on Monday, September 28, 2009. All who loved Jeff give thanks for his life and are grateful he is now at peace. Jeff was the cherished youngest child of Anne and Jack Morrison of Victoria, B.C. He is remembered with love by: his sister Rev. Wendy Brown, who walked by his side, and her husband Tim of Guelph; sister Catherine Lemieux and her husband Ron of Ottawa; brother John Morrison and his wife Carole of Prince George, B.C. Jeff was the proud uncle of Robyn Brown, Steve Lemieux (Janice), Dr. Chris Lemieux (Bridget McMahon) and James Morrison. Grateful thanks are extended to all who gave compassionate care to Jeff at Marian Villa (2nd floor) and at University Hospital. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 from 7-9pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. Private family services will take place in Victoria and Jasper National Park. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the London Health Sciences Foundation – Multiple Sclerosis Clinic at University Hospital, 747 Baseline Road East, London ON N6C 2R6 or St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation – Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care, 268 Grosvenor Street, London ON N6A 4V2. Online condolences accepted at www.amgfh.com
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Although I didn’t know Jeff, I can only imagine that he must have been a wonderful person. I heard and felt the love that his sister, Wendy felt for him as she talked about her brother. My condolences, Wendy, to you and your family on this tragic loss.
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Morrison and family,
Our family offers our sincere sympathy and prayers. May your hurting hearts know the nearness and comfort of the Lord’s tender care during your time of sadness and separation from your loved one.
From what I have learned from Bridget and Chris, there is no doubt that Jeff was well-loved during his time with you, especially during the difficult years of his illness. May these precious memories and the hope of your future reunion with him, console you.
With love,
Helen McMahon and family.
Wendy,
We’re so sorry to hear about your brother, Jeff. We hope your memories of all the good times (and even the bad) will help to bring you some comfort.
Thinking of you in fellowship and sympathy, Alice and Ken Carey (Harcourt Choir)
Wendy and Tim, my thoughts are with you and your extended family as you remember Jeff and his life’s story. Blessings to you for a safe journey as you travel to BC and Alberta to be with your parents and share your family’s memories.
Your new Harcourt Church family will be beside you in spirit.
Dear Wendy…I’m so sorry and can only imagine how sad you must be. So many losses for you now, even as you join us at Harcourt….
Virginia Robinson
Know that my thoughts and heart are with you at this time Wendy. Words cannot truly express the sorrow you and family must be facing at this time.
Rodger Peaire
Harcourt Memorial
It was with sadness that we heard of Jeff’s passing. We would like to express our condolences to Uncle Jack, Auntie Ann, Wendy, Cathy and John during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Doug Brunsdon and family
Dear Wendy, Tim and family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your brother, Jeff. Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers. So glad you were there, Wendy.
Take the time you need to be
with your family. We send our
love and blessings. Jill and Peter Gill (Harcourt Church)
What a humbling privilege it was to be Jeff’s doctor for the last few years. Humbling, because despite our best efforts, we could not cure this young man; indeed, at times we could not even alleviate his suffering. And yet, he was always kind and respectful.
Jeff showed us how to live despite formidable obstacles.
Wendy, thank-you for your constant faithfulness to Jeff, and for your unfailing respect for him as an independent man, with his own thoughts, his own opinions, and his own decisions to make. I have truly enjoyed working with you these last few years.
Please accept my deepest sympathy and my gratitude for my acquaintance with both of you.
Dear Wendy,
We write to let you know that we are holding a special place in our hearts and minds for you and your family today as you face the joys and sorrows of Jeff’s memorial and visitation, and experience the journey of memory, grief and hope into which you are all now so intimately woven. May grace help begin to make bearable what is not. May peace wrap you round. And may love hold you. God’s. Ours. Always.
Love and hugs from your teammates.
To Wendy,Tim, and all your family: Our sincere sympathy in the loss of your brother, Jeff. May you celebrate his life through laughter and tears and hold him dear in your hearts.
Keith & Esther Devolin
(Harcourt Church)
It is with great sadness that James and I are sending our most sincere condolences to all of our family. We wish we could be there with all of you by our sides to celebrate Jeff’s life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Jeff, as he was and always will be, forever, in our hearts.
All our love
James and Carole
Dear Wendy and Tim,
We heard the sad news of your brother’s death and wanted to let you know that you have our love and support at this time of trial. Like most people, we’re familiar with the grief that comes when a loved one dies, but the extra burden placed on you when it is someone so young is beyond our experience and must be especially heart-rending.
The redeeming feature in this case is the tinge of relief that tempers the grief, relief that the pain and suffering are over. As Christians, we are fortunate in our knowledge that we will be reunited in God’s own time, and we trust that your faith will sustain you until the sadness passes and you are able to remember happy days when Jeff was with you in more joyful times.
If we can do anything to help, even if it’s just to listen while you talk about your brother’s life, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Our prayers are with you.
Rosalind and Keith
Wendy, I was so sorry to hear of the death of your brother Jeff. I know you will carry him always in your memories. He was so fortunate to have your care and love.