Irene M. Morgan

Irene was born in Englewood, New Jersey on October 14, 1937. She moved to Maine at a young age, grew up on Munjoy Hill, attended Portland schools and graduated from Portland High School. She was a devoted Catholic whose faith guided her life and shaped the way she cared for others.

She worked at Maine Printing for 50 years, a remarkable career defined by loyalty, consistency, and pride in her work. Her dedication to her job reflected the same dependability she showed in every part of her life. She was a proud member of the Italian Heritage Center, enjoying game nights with her lifelong friend, Philly.

Above all, she was a devoted mother and grandmother who showed her love through presence, support, and everyday acts of care. Even in later years, she remained connected to her family in practical and meaningful ways, including helping with her son’s real estate company, always eager to contribute and stay involved.

She loved simple, meaningful traditions. Sunday dinners with her family and loved ones were a cornerstone of her life and a tradition she deeply cherished. She also enjoyed bowling, playing cards, crafts, making wedding cakes for friends, and occasional trips to the casino. Irene was known for sending cards to everyone for every occasion, and the great grandkids always received intricate, homemade cards every month with $1 from Grammy!

She will be remembered for her faith, her work ethic, her love of family, and the quiet ways she made life better for those around her.

She was predeceased by her husband, Bryce Morgan, her parents, Edward and Elda Breen, and her brother, William Breen.

She is survived by her son Fred Andrews and his wife Katie, her daughter Karen Smith and her husband Dale, and all her grandchildren and great grandchildren, who will carry forward her legacy of faith, family devotion, and steadiness.

Family and friends are invited to attend a time of visitation on Saturday, May 9 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Jones, Rich and Barnes Funeral Home, 199 Woodford Street, Portland, a service of remembrance will follow at 11 a.m. A reception will be held immediately following the service. A private family burial will be held later at Brooklawn Memorial Park in Portland.