Rosemary Morrison

Rosemary (Tannis) Morrison, age 83, of Oak Harbor, Washington, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 29, 2025, at her home in San Antonio, Texas.

Born on July 24, 1942, in Waukesha, Wisconsin, to Wendelin and Rose Tannis, Rosemary grew up in Pewaukee and graduated from Waukesha South High School in 1960.

On April 25, 1964, Rosemary married John “Bob” Morrison. Together, they traveled in support of Bob’s Naval career before settling in Oak Harbor, Washington, where they raised their children, Brian Morrison and Tiffany (Morrison) Tienda. Rosemary served as the City Clerk for the City of Oak Harbor until her retirement in 2004.

Rosemary had a heart for service and a deep love for her community. She was an active member of Saint Augustine Catholic Church, Soroptimist International of Oak Harbor, Beta Sigma Phi, the Oak Harbor Garden Club, and the Oak Harbor Elks.

She is survived by her children, Brian Morrison and Tiffany (Carlos) Tienda; grandchildren, Ronald Morrison, Tehryn Cunningham, and Keyauna Cunningham; and great-grandchildren, Ezekiel, Eva, Xander, and Elijah Morrison (children of Ronald) and Harper Wilson (daughter of Tehryn Cunningham). She is also survived by her sisters, Margaret Hoover, Joan Hahn, Dorothy (Craig) Evans, and Sue (Fred) Ristow. Rosemary was preceded in death by her husband, Bob Morrison, and her parents, Wendelin and Rose Tannis.

A burial ceremony will be held on Thursday, October 16, at 9:30 a.m. at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, Pavilion 3, in San Antonio, Texas. A reception will follow at the home of Carlos and Tiffany Tienda. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Saint Augustine Catholic Church (Give to St. Augustine, Oak Harbor or Soroptimist International of Oak Harbor (HOME | Oak Harbor Soroptimists | Empowering Women & Girls) in Rosemary’s memory.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to her hospice providers and caregivers for their compassion and support.

Forever in our hearts.