Louise Paxson Morris
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Louise Paxson Morris, 97, of Honey Brook, formerly of Parkesburg, passed away on Friday, June 12, 2009 at the Hickory House Nursing Home of Honey Brook. She was the widow of the late J. Kenneth Morris, who passed away in 2006.
Born in Parkesburg, she was the daughter of the Anna Belle Gilfillan Paxon and Joseph W. Paxson. An area resident her entire life, Louise was a 1931 graduate of former Parkesburg High School as well as the Taylor Business School. She was employed at the former Embreeville State Hospital for 20 years as the Administrative Assistant. She also taught piano.
Louise was a member of the Upper Octorara Presbyterian Church, where she served as organist for 45 years. After retirement, she served as organist at the Parkesburg Presbyterian Church.
She is survived by her daughter, Joanne Lipsig, wife of Ethan, of Pasadena, CA. She was preceded in death by two siblings, Sarah P. Menger and James Paxson.
The Graveside Service will be held at the Upper Octorara Presbyterian Cemetery, Octorara Trail Rd., Parkesburg, on Friday, June 19, 2009 at 11 a.m. with the Rev. William Kelly officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Louise's memory to the Upper Octorara Presbyterian Church, 1121 Octorara Trail, Parkesburg, PA 19365.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg. Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
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From the family of Ruth Coleman
We would like to express our sympathy to you upon the death of your mother Louise. Our mother, Ruth Coleman, was her roomate at Hickory House from about August 2005 to her death in March 2006. We enjoyed visiting with Louise ( and your father) when we visited our mother every day/allday! Our 5 year old Laura became quite attached to your mother. We knew it was difficult for you to be with your mother on a regular basis because of the distance so we enjoyed her as our "adopted" friend. She always greeted us with a smile. May your heart be quited by God's gentle peace and made strong by his love.
Your condolences for my Mother
Thank you folks for your kind words.
My Mother was very fond of your Mother as well as the members of your family that kept your Mother company 24 hours a day.
She still had the photos of Laura and the other little girl that so sweetly greeted my Mother with a kiss and a hug.
Your Mother was my Mother's favorite roommate and believe me she had many roommates.
She always enjoyed your family and you had a nice way of making her feel welcome in your family.
I will always be grateful for the enjoyable moments you shared with her.
Thanks so much.