January 12, 2007

Rev. Guy Morrison, a retired elder in the New England Conference, died on Friday, January 12, 2007. Rev. Morrison served the Christ UMC in Wellesley, MA as well as the Department of New Church Development at the National Board of Missions. He also served as the Executive Director of the New England Deaconess Association from 1971 until his retirement in 1998. He is survived by his wife, Mae. Please keep Mae in your prayers. Condolences can be sent to 563 Shore Road, Chatham, MA 02663. The calling hours will be at the Dee Funeral Home in Concord, MA on Friday, January 19th from 5 to 7 pm and his service is at the Trinitarian Congregational church in Concord on Saturday at 11 am. The following was shared by Rev. Herb Taylor: ?It is with great sadness that I share the news that Guy Morrison has died. For 27 years Guy led the Deaconess with wisdom, care and compassion. Residents and staff were blessed by his kindness, spirit, and dedication to the community. People on our campus and throughout the Concord community remember Guy as a wonderful leader with great appreciation. Last Spring we had the opportunity to dedicate the new Theatre and Meeting Room in Newbury Court in honor of Guy Morrison, and his wife, Mae, to recognize the Morrison's long commitment to the Deaconess mission.?