Michael David Morris, 63, of Marlborough, New Hampshire, passed away Wednesday, May 30, 2018. He happily retired to North Carolina in October of 2016. His final day was spent peacefully on the shore of Topsail Beach, NC building sand castles followed by dinner with his family.
He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Nancy Morris; two daughters, Emilee Christensen and husband David of Topeka, KS, Katy Duranleau and husband, Lucien of Jacksonville, NC; Erik Stone of Mesa, AZ. He found great joy in his four Grandchildren, Dustin Plankey and Sarah Christensen both of Topeka, KS, Jade and Rebecca Duranleau both of Jacksonville, NC. He is also survived by three brothers, Robert W. Morris Jr. of Northwood, NH, Matthew Morris and Polly Touzin of Loudon, NH, and Thomas S. Morris Sr. and wife Cindy of Bow, NH; one sister, Penny Hawkins and husband, Rob of Swanzey, NH; half-brother, Joey Morris of NC; sister in law, Patti Morris of Stratham,NH; Goddaughter, Allyson Whitney of Keene, NH; brothers in law, David Aiken of Marlborough, NH, Lennie Weeks and wife Diane of Kennebunk, ME and Bullhead City, AZ; sister in law Shirley Nikiforakis and husband Leon of Keene, NH and many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his friends and neighbors Joanne Nadeau and Larry Beam whom affectionately referred to him as ‘son’.
He was born in Bainbridge, MD to the late Bob and Gail Morris. He graduated from Marlborough High School in 1972. He took great pride serving his country through the United States Air Force and the Army National Guard, as well as the many relatives who did and still do serve our country. He spoke fondly of shooting darts with the Keene Pub Dart League. He spent many hours in his workshop crafting items for his loved ones. He renovated many of his homes including his final retirement home in NC. His love of children lasted until his final day when he helped a strangers’ child, named Franklin, build a sand castle at Topsail Beach.
Many people will remember receiving one of his famous big bear hugs.
Per Michael’s wishes no services will be held.
He is also survived by his beloved dogs, Pepper and Brady. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be forwarded in their honor to, Bosler Humane Society, PO Box 12, Baldwinville, MA 01436.
His family is certain that Michael was greeted and accompanied over the Rainbow Bridge by his dog Tobie and cat Gizmo.
Condolences may be offered to the family by visiting www.johnsonfuneralhomes.com
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