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James "Jim" Morrison

January 24, 1946 - December 06, 2022

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Obituary For James "Jim" Morrison

MADISON – James Wendell Morrison, age 76, passed away after a yearlong illness on Tuesday, December 6, 2022. Jim was born on January 24, 1946 in Madison, WI to Gerald and Lucille (Wiese) Morrison. He graduated from Madison West in 1964. After school he served in the US Navy. Jim married the love of his life, Susan Slotten, on May 24, 1969. He was a proud father of his sons, Timothy and Jeffrey. Jim worked as a computer operator for various Madison companies. Jim enjoyed fast pitch softball and basketball from the ages of 18 until 62 for the MSCR. He loved Wisconsin sport teams, Badgers, Packers, Brewers, and Bucks and he had the privilege of traveling the 48 continental states, Europe, Ireland, and Canada. Jim is survived by his wife of 53 years, Sue; and son, Jeff. He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Tim; brothers, Hugh and Jerry; and sister, Mary.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at ST. PETER CATHOLIC CHURCH, 5001 N. Sherman Avenue, Madison, followed by a gathering the fellowship hall. A visitation will be held from NOON until time of service on Saturday at the church. Final resting place, along with his son, at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Peter Catholic Church. To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com

Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Services 2418 N. Sherman Avenue 608-249-8257

Services

17 Dec

Visitation

12:00 PM - 02:00 PM

St. Peter Catholic Church 5001 North Sherman Avenue Madison, WI 53704 Get Directions »
17 Dec

Funeral Service

02:00 PM - 02:30 PM

St. Peter Catholic Church 5001 North Sherman Avenue Madison, WI 53704 Get Directions »
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Condolences

  • December 17, 2022

    Dear Sue and Jeff, So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Our deepest sympathy to the both of you and our apologies for not being able to be there this weekend. Love, Dan & Ruth

  • December 15, 2022

    Sue, I am so sorry to hear that Jim passed away. We knew and worked together for many years. My deepest sympathy to all of you!!😪�

  • December 14, 2022

    Our 1964 West High School Class has lost another dear classmate. Jim was such a nice guy and will be missed!

  • December 14, 2022

    The passing of a loved one is never easy, but they are not gone. They shall always be in our Hearts & Minds. We can not see them but you will feel them, you can not touch them but they will touch you. We will never forget.

  • December 09, 2022

    My condolences to Sue and family. Jim was one of the good guys. He will be sorely missed. Mary Jones

  • December 09, 2022

    My deepest sympathy Sue

  • December 08, 2022

    Jim was a great coworker and always enjoyed working with him. He was a great father and sports fan for sure. We will miss you.

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