John R. Morrison

Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise (OK) - February 8, 2009
Deceased Name: John R. Morrison
John "J.R." Richard Morrison, 79, of Bartlesville, passed away at 5:06 p.m. Friday February 6, in the Jane Phillips Medical Center. Services are scheduled for 10:00 a.m. Tuesday in the Ochelata Methodist Church with Rev. Debbie Kerr officiating. Final committal rites will be accorded Mr. Morrison in the Ochelata Cemetery. Military honors will be conducted by the American Legion Post # 105 ceremonial detail. Arrangements are under the direction of Walker-Brown Funeral Home.

John "J.R." Richard Morrison was born on April 30, 1929 in Barnsdall, OK to Frank and Etta Mae Holland Morrison. John dedicated his life to his country from 1946-1968 serving in the U.S. Army. He served in three wars; WWII, Korea and Vietnam. He was awarded a Bronze Star and continued his military support by being a member of the VFW & American Legion. His children and grandchildren were of great joy to John. He also enjoyed the love and support of his brothers and sisters. He had many friends in the community and enjoyed their friendship.

John is survived by two daughters; Judy Scroggins and husband Dave of Oregon, MO, Debbie Partridge and husband Ray, retired U.S. Air Force E6 of Chapel Hill, TN. One son, John Morrison Jr. and wife Brenda of Houston, TX. Five grandchildren; Nicole, PFC Christopher Scroggins U.S. Marines, Justin, Andrea, Petty Officer 3rd Class Donna Kaye Scroggins U.S. Navy. One step-granddaughter Christina Parks. Three great grandchildren; Jaen, Jace and Ian. Two brothers; Frank Morrison and wife Peggy, Paul Morrison and wife Anita. Three sisters; Kathleen Fererro, Dixie and husband Ben Allen, Donna and husband Bill Belknap along with numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters; Pauline Morrison and Margie Wolbrett. Casket Bearers are Justin Partridge, Benne and John Allen, Mark Cammack, Christopher Scroggins and Bill Morrison. Honorary Casket Bearers are Ben Allen, Bill Belknap, Bill Trent, Jess Townsend, Don Adkins, Frank and Paul Morrison.

Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise (OK)
Date: February 8, 2009
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