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John Morrison

1942-2020

John Morrison

John David Morrison, of Westville, formerly of Little Harbour Road. It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our brother, father, grandfather and friend in his 77th year on Monday, April 13, 2020. Raised in Trenton, he was the son of the late John Hugh and Delia (Hartling) Morrison.

He is survived by his daughters: Shelly Morrison, Westville and Sonia MacIntosh Dobson, New Glasgow; companion, Carol and her daughter Cindi Hayden, New Glasgow; brother, Jim (Catherine) Morrison, Westville Rd; sisters: Yvonne "Sally" (Gerald) Phalen, Westville Rd; June Morrison, New Glasgow; Joanne (Colin) Coady, Westville; many nieces, nephews and grandchildren, as well special friend, Buddy Jewell. He was predeceased by his parents; sister, Lorraine Morrison; companion Gerry Ross and her daughter Tish.

John was affectionately known as Skook and worked in various restaurants around Pictou County. He came into the lives of his chosen family and dedicated himself to Geraldine "Gerry" Ross (New Glasgow) and was a father-figure to: Bernie Ross, Tish (Doug) Perrin, Scott (Margie) Ross, Gwen (Ken) Savage, Donnie (Janice) Ross, Kathy (Everett) Baker, Donna (Ronnie) Conway, Jim (Susan) Bell. John was famous for his wit and sense of humour. He had a nickname for everyone, his grandchildren "Whitey" and "The Turkey" can attest to that. John loved life and always made everyone feel welcome. He enjoyed car races, road trips with the Crew, BBQ' s with family and friends. He was an avid camper, loved sitting around the fire listening to songs and his Sunday morning visits with "Kenny" and "Gweny". His fondest times were sitting at the picnic table 3 seasons of the year, having a beer and waving to anyone who drove by his house on Little Harbour Road, and most recently his evening drives with Carol.

He will be profoundly missed by all who had the honour of knowing him. Rest in Eternal Peace.

Public graveside service, 1 pm Sunday, November 1, in Christ the King Cemetery, Trenton. Reception to follow at the Little Harbour Community Centre. For those attending the reception, masks are mandatory and there is a limit of 100 people at a time. Donations in his memory may be made to the Pictou County SPCA or the Aberdeen Palliative Care Society. Arrangements are under the direction of R.H. Porter Funeral Home, New Glasgow. 

Service Date
Sunday, November 1, 2020
Service Time
1pm
Service Location
Christ the King Cemetery, Trenton

Requested Charity
Pictou County SPCA, Aberdeen Palliative Care Society