Edward "Ed" Morris
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Edward "Ed" Morris

Edward D. "Ed" Morris, 63, of Kittanning, PA, passed away Saturday, July 15, 2017 at UPMC Shadyside Hospital.

He was born January 4, 1954 in Kittanning, PA, the son of Edward K. "Ted" and Florence Elizabeth (Slagle) Morris.

Ed was a lifelong resident of the West Kittanning Borough and served on the council for many years. He retired as a supervisor from the borough and previously worked for Schenley Reserve. Ed was a member of the Hooksie's Gang, the Kittanning Men's Club, and the Kittanning Eagles. A dedicated fireman, he was a life member of the West Kittanning Fire Department. His favorite pastimes were going to flea markets, auto shows, and the parts-o-rama with family and friends. He was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan and also loved going to his grandchildren's baseball games. He enjoyed singing and going to "Camp Morris". His greatest joy came from spending time with his family and helping others when possible. He will be best remembered for having a great sense of humor and the love that he had for his wife, children, and grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

His memory will be cherished by his loving wife of 34 years, Susan K. "Sue" (Gabler) Morris; two sons, Charles "Eddie" Morris and wife, Chris, of East Franklin Twp., and Andrew Morris and fiancé, Jennifer Thomas, of Cowansville; a daughter, Allyson Morris and Benjamin Grafton of West Kittanning; five grandchildren, Skylar Morris, Eddie Morris, Jr., Max Morris, Parker Thomas, and Andrew Morris, Jr.; and four sisters, Polly Milito and husband, Peter, of Ford City, Sue Snyder of West Kittanning, Janice Ray and husband, Bill, of Shelocta, and Cindy Yantos and husband, Gary, of Worthington.

Ed was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Kenneth Wayne Morris.

The family will receive friends from 7-9 PM on Wednesday, July 19, 2017 and from 2-4 and 7-9 PM on Thursday, July 20, 2017 at Bauer Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 515 N. McKean St., Kittanning, PA. The West Kittanning Fire Department will conduct a service on Thursday at 7 PM.

Additional visitation will be from 10 AM until the time of funeral services at 11 AM on Friday, July 21, 2017 at the funeral home, with the Rev. Charles Layne officiating.

Interment will be in Kittanning Cemetery, Kittanning, PA.

Contributions may be given in his memory to a charity of one's choice.

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