Christopher Grant Morrison

Timberlea, Nova Scotia

May 12, 1973 - May 2, 2020

Chris Morrison hit the trails for a long run for the last time on May 2, 2020. Born on Mother’s Day in Sydney, Nova Scotia to Connie and Mary (Campbell) Morrison, he grew up with 2 brothers he loved dearly, Peter (Michelle) and Paul (Muriel), along with a neighborhood full of friends who were like brothers to him. Chris graduated from St. F.X University in 1995. While he was at X, he met his best friend, wife and partner-in-crime, Karol Ann. He was an incredibly proud father. Every soccer game, lacrosse game, photography exhibition, school concert, dance and parent teacher meeting, he was there as a cheerleader, coach, and fierce defender of his children. He was an inspiration for many to take care of themselves by being an encouraging voice and example by teaching 6 a.m. boot camps with his 3rd Degree family, running 7 marathons, and exploring the roads and trails of Nova Scotia with his friends in the RUN BLT group and the Nova Scotia Trail Runners. He spent a many Sunday and Thursday evenings playing hockey and he would always come home to let us know if there were any NHL scouts in the stands. Known affectionately as the Chip Guy, or the Candy Man, he was a well-respected member of the grocery industry who made friends of his competitors. He was also the funniest guy at the neighborhood bonfires, regaling the neighbors with stories and jokes.

Chris is survived by his wife, Karol Ann (MacNeil) Morrison; his wonderful children, Kellyn and Grant; father, Connie Morrison; brothers Peter (Michelle) & Paul (Muriel). He is also survived by a sister-in-law who was more like a sister, Kelly (David) Zinck; mother and father-in- law Mike and Katherine Ann MacNeil, and his nephews Connor Morrison and Matthew and Michael Zinck. He will be missed by his fur buddies, Salem, Sabrina, and Remy - the puppy he never wanted but fell in love with. He was predeceased by his mother, Mary (Campbell) Morrison.

Chris will always be remembered for his bright smile, renowned wit, incredible work ethic, kind and gentle nature and his exceptional storytelling capabilities. We would like to thank the Coronary Care Unit staff at the QEII for providing kind and dignified care of him as well as the Legacy of Life Program, for helping him live on as an organ donor. A special thank you to his nurses Alisha, Karolina, Kelly and Leah, as well as Dr. Ahmed Bakhtair. A celebration of Chris’s amazing life will be held at a later date. To remember Chris, take an early morning walk on a trail with someone you love, tell a joke or share a smile. The Chris Morrison Memorial Fund has been established to support student leaders with a joy for life from Sydney Academy who will be attending St. FX University. Donations can be made via e-transfer to [email protected]