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Robert W. Morrison Click for Condolences      Printable Version 1933 - 2008 Robert W. Morrison - 1933-2008 Robert W. Morrison, age 75, of Ashland, Ky., died Friday morning, Sept. 19, 2008 in Kings Daughters Medical Center. He was born July 11, 1933, in Ashland, a son of the late Kenneth Ray and Arcie Thompson Morrison. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Joanne Campbell. He retired as principal at Fairview High School in 1994 but continued with many devoted years of service after retirement. He was a U.S. Army veteran and served during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of Ashland B.P.O.E. #350, Kentucky Education Association, Kentucky High School Athletic Association, and Ashland Board of Education. He was a Kentucky colonel, a University of Kentucky 101 Club member, received the A Teacher Who Made a Difference Award, and a Fairview Hall of Fame honoree. Surviving are his loving wife of 36 years, Joann Fritz Morrison; two sons, R. Bruce Morrison and Jason Morrison, both of Ashland; a sister, Corrine Catron and husband, Jim, of Ravenswood, W.Va.; and several nieces and nephews and a host of loving family members and friends. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 22, 2008, at the Robert W. Morrison Gymnasium (Fairview Elementary School) by Pastor Tim Holmes and the Rev. Charles E. Stewart. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Ironton, Ohio. Friends may call from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008 at the gymnasium with an Elks service at 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family urges that donations be made to the Robert W. Morrison Scholarship Fund, c/o Town Square Bank, P.O. Box 2289, Ashland, KY 41105. Services are under the direction of Steen Funeral Home-Central Avenue Chapel in Ashland. Online condolences may be made to www.steenfuneralhomes.com.

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There are currently 41 condolences.

Judy M.Robinson Friday September 26, 2008 at 9:24 AM

My deepest sympathy to the family. Bob made a difference in this world--what a legacy. God bless.

Eddy Joseph and Family / Florida Wednesday September 24, 2008 at 9:03 AM

We extend our sincere sympathies to the Family, many friends and students of Bob Morrison. He wss a true Kentucky Gentleman who cared about life, love and passion for his fellow man. He will be deeply missed and always remembered.

Eddy Joseph and Family/ Florida Tuesday September 23, 2008 at 9:17 PM

I was so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was a truly special person to everyone. Always a smile and ready handshake and a willingness to help. I will treasure the memories when he was in florida and those in the Ashland area.He meant so much to so many. I shall miss him.

Sen. Walter Blevins Tuesday September 23, 2008 at 4:03 PM

My deepest sympathies to the family and friends. Bob was a treat to be around. I enjoyed his knowledge,personality, and caring ways.May God bless and comfort.

keith adkins Tuesday September 23, 2008 at 3:11 PM

So sorry to hear of the passing of Mr Morrison, He was a great influence to everyone that new him. FHS class of 1986

tracy brown and mom emily bowles Tuesday September 23, 2008 at 11:14 AM

we are in total shock hearing of the loss of bob he was was my principal when i was in school until i gratuated in 1987 he was simply the best he always made me laugh no matter what he said or did..he was a big nut and that what made everybody love him so much..now he is in heaven making everybody up there smile and laugh...you all are in our thoughts and prayers...everytime i think about bob i will laugh and smile..

Kim (Marsh) Simons Monday September 22, 2008 at 1:42 PM

Joann, Bruce and Jason, Bob was one of the best! I was so sorry to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time!

Gorman Family Monday September 22, 2008 at 12:47 PM

JoAnn, We just heard about Bob's passing late last night. (Dan & JoAnn Gorman called us). We will not be able to make it to the funeral but you & your family will be in our thoughts & prayers. It is quite an honor to have your viewing and funeral in a building named after you.

Kim Watts Monday September 22, 2008 at 12:18 PM

Much love to you all in this dark time. Look for the light moments. Remember the laughable. He'd want it that way....

Bill&Vicki Messer Monday September 22, 2008 at 2:14 AM

JoAnn, We are deeply sorry for your loss. We pray the Lord will give you peace and comfort during this time. God bless you and your family.

Ava Caudill Dykes Monday September 22, 2008 at 1:39 AM

Joann, Bruce, and Jason, My prayers are with you. Mr. Morrison was such a big part of our lives - we all grew up with him at Fairview.

Garry,Missy and Mckenah Morris Sunday September 21, 2008 at 9:24 PM

Bruce and family, you have our deepest sympathy.What a special man your Dad was and what an impact he ahd on so many in our community. We will be thinking about you all.

Bobby Hanners Sunday September 21, 2008 at 5:12 PM

JoAnn and family, sorry for your loss, he was a great man and he will be greatly missed by his former students as well..(FHS 1990). My prayers are with you and your family at this diffuclt time.

Sandy Sunday September 21, 2008 at 4:18 PM

I feel very honored to have known Bob. My family met him about 15 years ago and through all those years Bob was always just Bob everytime you were around him, he was truly a wonderful and very unique man who will be missed and thought of often by many and it was never a secret of how he loved his wife and two sons. My thoughts and prayers are with you through this very sad time.

Denise (Brown) Winston dnana52@verizon.net Sunday September 21, 2008 at 2:17 PM

I was so sad to hear the news of Mr. Morrison passing away. He was my teacher when I attended Fairview High School back in 1975. He will be missed... !!!!

Jim and Carol Grove Sunday September 21, 2008 at 1:52 PM

Dear Joann and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Bob was principal while all four of our daughters were students at fairview. We always found him to be a fair man willing to go the extra mile for his students. May God comfort you during this very difficult time. In our prayers, Jim and Carol Grove

Carl Felty Sunday September 21, 2008 at 1:18 PM

So sorry to hear about your loss. I was part of the 88 graduating class. Mr. Morrison was a great principal who i admired and looked up to. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and the entire family.

Gary and Helen Fannin Sunday September 21, 2008 at 7:58 AM

JoAnn and family, you have our deepest sympathy. May God bless and keep you.

Rebecca Owens Castle Sunday September 21, 2008 at 6:50 AM

Sorry for your loss, He will be Greatly missed.

Shannon Virgin Gehringer(FHS Class of 88) Sunday September 21, 2008 at 12:17 AM

I am so sorry for your loss. Know that your loss is not alone the whole FHS community is with you. Mr Morrison was a great man, my son, John Gehringer(FHS class of 2006) thought a lot of him and looked up to him. Know that your family is in our thoughts and Prayers

Cari Freeman Saturday September 20, 2008 at 11:12 PM

You will be missed Mr. Morrison. -Cari Freeman Class of '93

Jamie and Angie Reihs Saturday September 20, 2008 at 10:57 PM

Mr. Morrison was a great man and I have to say that he always brought a smile to my face each day. He had a permanent station in between classes located right outside of my room at Fairview High School. It will be hard to walk through the halls and not see Mr. Morrison. We will miss him so very much.

Randy and Samra Evans Saturday September 20, 2008 at 10:54 PM

Please our accept our sympathy to the Morrison family. Randy (73) and I (75) both had Mr. Morrison as a teacher. We both thought highly of him. We always enjoyed seeing him out at various school events through the years. He was a valuable asset to the Fairview District and was a wonderful, caring person. He will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you. Randy and Samra Evans Sandy Hook, KY

bob mills and family Saturday September 20, 2008 at 6:40 PM

we will miss him ,and pray for the families comfort in this sad time ...bobby mills

Desteni Spears Saturday September 20, 2008 at 4:42 PM

Mr. Morrison was truly an amazing man who touched and influenced the lives of every person he met. I attended and graduated from Fairview High School from my sophomore year on, and he was one of the sweetest most sincere people I've ever come to know. He is and will be loved and missed..

Rev. Josh Sparks Saturday September 20, 2008 at 3:21 PM

My prayers go out to the Morrison Family during this time of loss. Bob was my substitute teacher on several occasions at Paul Blazer High School during the late 90's and I absolutely admired him. My sister is an elementary school teacher at fairview and admired him as well. He will be missed. Godbless, Rev. Josh Sparks

Kimberly Weis Henrich Class of 1986 Saturday September 20, 2008 at 3:09 PM

Godspeed Mr. Morrison. You'll be rewarded for your service to the children and your community. God Bless your family.

Kim "Peterman" Conn Saturday September 20, 2008 at 2:50 PM

It is impossible to think of Fairview without associating it with Bob Morrison. I remember coming to that school as a freshman and everyone else knew each other from grade school but I had come from Catlettsburg Jr. High. Mr. Morrison seemed so scary to me for some reason. And of course I didn't like him cause what kid likes the principle?! However, the more I matured, the nicer I saw him as being. And funny! The point of this is that Mr. Morrison was and always will be the heart of the Fairview Eagles and should always be remembered as such with respect and love.

Mike Griffith Saturday September 20, 2008 at 2:33 PM

My deepest sympathy to the family of Bob Morrison. I've known him many years as a friend, and co-worker in education. He touched everyone that knew him including me with his kindness, personality, and laughter. Mike Griffith

Alisha Thomas Saturday September 20, 2008 at 12:31 PM

We will always miss you!! You was a wonderful person and very friendly. Love always

Sandra (Cremeans) Pierce Saturday September 20, 2008 at 12:10 PM

To the Morrison family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. Mr. Morrison was a great man and educator. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. - Sandy (Cremeans) Pierce, Class of '94

The Ryan Family Saturday September 20, 2008 at 11:35 AM

Bruce, We were so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. We have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. The Ryan's, Russ, Annette, Courtney and Matthew

Kathy Barber Willis Saturday September 20, 2008 at 9:32 AM

I had him fot class in the late 60's. i knew as a teacher and coach. he was good teacher and I would like to send condolence out to his family.

Jim,Jeri,JP and Beau Fantuzzo Saturday September 20, 2008 at 8:44 AM

Dearest Joann,Bruce and Jason we are devastated by Bob's passing. You are in our prayers. Such a "Man" who could do so much, touch so many lives, and be loved by All. He will be missed by so many. He loved each of you dearly,as we do. Your friends in Christ The Fantuzzo's

Brittany Creech Saturday September 20, 2008 at 8:16 AM

Papaw was an amazing person! From the time that I moved here up until recently. He has not only touched my life, but the lives of my entire family. He will be missed dearly.

Keith Clifton Saturday September 20, 2008 at 12:39 AM

Thank you for all the years you've given to Fairview schools (and even a former neighbor of mine!). You will be missed.

Marti (Blevins) Martsch Saturday September 20, 2008 at 12:33 AM

I'm sorry for your loss. I had a lot of fun with Mr. Morrison in high school. He did a lot in Westwood and for Fairview.

Mary Lou Jackson Childers Friday September 19, 2008 at 10:57 PM

What a sad day, the Ashland area has lost a wonderful human being. Our family(Jacksons) has known Mr. Morrison for over 40 years. He was a great teacher, coach and friend. We lost our mother(Mildred Jackson) in May of this year. She thought Mr. Morrison hung the sun and moon, she was always baking pies for him or cooking something. He was a dear friend to her, we will never forget him and the kindness he showed toward our Mom and Dad. You all are in our thoughts and prayers, May God be with you at this difficult time.

Mary Friday September 19, 2008 at 10:48 PM

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Greg & Tish Ross Friday September 19, 2008 at 7:09 PM

To Bob, Joanne, Bruce, and Jason...We loved Bob. We lived next to him as newlyweds and he taught us so much...your're whole family did. Bob was a very special person, as you know. He has touched many lives and we are so fortunate that he touched ours.

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