Obituary of Arthur F. Morrison

Arthur F. Morrison, Sr., 86, of Gloversville, passed away peacefully Thursday, July 29, 2010 with his family at his side. He was born August 28, 1923 in Gloversville, the son of the late Burton and Olive Knapp Morrison. Art served his country proudly in the United States Army during WWII. He was a lifelong member of the VFW Post #2077 in Gloversville. On November 28, 1946, he married his sweetheart, the former Grace McGuire, who survives. They shared over sixty three wonderful years together. Art was employed by the City of Gloversville Highway Department. Early in life he worked at Liberty Leather and Levor's Leather. Upon retiring from the Highway Department, Art worked for Lamie's Auto Parts. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Art made friends easily and loved to make people laugh. He enjoyed daily walks and stopping to talk or wave to people along the way- he knew just about everybody. Most of all, Art enjoyed spending time with his family. He will be very sadly missed by many. In addition to his wife, Grace Morrison of Johnstown, survivors include a son, Arthur Morrison, Jr. Susan of Mayfield; two grandchildren: Stephanie Morrison and Melissa Morrison; a sister, Joan McDougall of Canajoharie and nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by four brothers: Burton Morrison, Jr., Robert Morrison, Kenneth Morrison and James Morrison and three sisters: Ruth Morrison, Mildred Carter and Bettie Sweet. Family and friends are invited and may call Sunday, August 1 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Walrath & Stewart Funeral Home, 51 Fremont Street, Gloversville where a funeral will take place Monday, August 2 at 10 a.m. with Reverend Cynthia Van Allen presiding. Interment will be at Union Rural Cemetery in Mayfield with military honors. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Art's memory to a charity of one's choosing.