Obituary of Robert Morrison

VOORHEESVILLE - Bob Morrison, 70, of Voorheesville and Minerva, died Saturday, October 22, 2011 at St. Peter's Hospice Inn after a brief illness. Originally from the Town of Minerva, Bob graduated from Cardinal McCloskey High School, Fordham College, University of Albany with his masters, and served in the Army Reserves. After 30+ years in NYS service (Office of Mental Health), Bob devoted himself toenjoying his many avocations. In addition to serving on Director Boards for OMCE (Org. of Mgmt. Confidential Employees), PROTECT the Adirondacks and NY Forest Owners Assoc., Bob pursued his love of music with the Mendelssohn Club of Albany and St. Matthew's Choir. But his heart was in the Adirondacks where his formative years were spent. As part of the legendary Cronin/Butler clan in Minerva, Essex County, Bob was deeply rooted in the lore and allure of the Adirondack Mountains. His favorite activity: a walk in the woods of his beloved Haven of Rest Forest. Bob is survived by three children: Patricia Morrison, Christine Maney and Rob Morrison; his grandchildren: Tom and Grace Maney; several nieces and nephews and numerous cousins. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 26, 2011 at St Matthew's Church,Mountain View St., Voorheesville where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Calling hours will be Tuesday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Reilly & Son Funeral Home, 9 Voorheesville Ave., Voorheesville. Memorial contributions may be made to PROTECT the Adirondacks, PO Box 4124, Schenectady, NY 12304.