Obituary of Larry James Morrissey

It is with great sadness to announce the sudden passing of Larry James Morrissey. Larry peacefully passed away on June 18, 2016 at the age of 68 years and one day at the Yorkton Regional Health Centre surrounded by family. Larry is survived by his loving wife Marlene, son Trevor (Teena) daughter Tracy (Chris) and grandchildren (Kaitlyn, Tia, Tarin and T.J.), brother Wayne (Jenine), sisters Lynda (Melvin) Doreen (Barry) and numerous nieces and nephews. Larry was predeceased by his parents Murrell and Hazel Morrissey; sister Sharon Anderson (Arthur). Larry was born on June 17, 1948 in Herbert, SK. He attended school and was raised in Chaplin, SK. Larry moved to Thompson, MB in October 1968 with his best friend Eric Burnside to pursue a career with INCO. It was in Thompson where he met the love of his life, Marlene. After a year with the "plant" he changed careers going to work with Rapid Cleaners traveling the north. In 1986 Larry went into partnership with Harry Nakano and purchased Rapid Cleaners. Larry never lost his sense of family making sure he was always available to help with Barry's farm or visit Chaplin to see his sisters, and parents. While in Chaplin he could always be found with brother in law Arthur enjoying a beer on the golf course. Larry's commitment to his community showed when he joined Thompson Fire and Emergency Services as an auxiliary fire fighter. Larry spent 18 years with the fire service giving countless hours of volunteer time to his community. After Larry left the fire service he made every effort to stay connected with the new firefighters, and always spoke highly of the fire service as it was always in his heart. Larry enjoyed golf, bbq's, gardening, fishing, spending time with his grandchildren, softball and emphatically cheering on the Saskatchewan Roughriders, who he was able to watch in person with his son when they brought the Grey Cup home in 2013. Larry will be sadly missed but always remembered for his bright smile, and witty personality. Service Information Saturday, July 2nd, 2016 11:00am, Yorkton Memorial Gardens Family Centre