GOSHEN – Patricia J. Morrison, 80, died early Jan. 22, 2015, at her home. She was born Jan. 9, 1935, in Akron, Ohio, to Virgil C. and Alberta Clayton Smith. On July 17, 1953, in Barberton, Ohio, she married Dallas N. Morrison Sr., who died May 3, 2009. She was a member of First Brethren Church, Goshen. She enjoyed working with her husband Dallas for many years at Carter Lumber, New Paris. She loved to bowl and play cards with friends. Her two dogs held a special place in her heart. Her greatest joy came from her family, especially her grandsons and great-granddaughters. Surviving are a daughter, Sharma L. Spicher, New Paris; a son, Dallas N. (and spouse Debra) Morrison, Jr., Warsaw; two grandsons, Michael Morrison, Schererville, and Jeffrey (and spouse Emily) Spicher, Syracuse; two great-granddaughters; and a sister, Shirley Linebaugh, Akron, Ohio. She also was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Gregory Morrison; two sisters, Joan Shafer and Karen Domin; and a brother, Robert Smith. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at First Brethren Church, Goshen. Burial will follow in New Paris Cemetery. Calling is from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen, and one hour prior to the service Monday at the church. ***** Memorial gifts may be directed to the First Brethren Church Children’s Ministry. Condolences via www.yoderculpfuneralhome.com
