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MORRISON: A. Dorothy (Mathers) of Exeter and formerly of Kirkton

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On May 4, 2022 @ 11:30 AM In Exeter,Obituary | 74 Comments

MORRISON: A. Dorothy (Mathers) of Exeter and formerly of Kirkton

Surrounded by her family at Jessica’s House in Exeter on March 3, 2022 of Exeter and formerly of Kirkton in her 86th year. Beloved wife of the late Reginald “Reg” Morrison for 65 years. Loving mother of Lorrie Hrudka (Peter), Lisa Taylor (Jeff Loosley), Lynda Cooper (Kevin Baxter), Julie O’Neill (Steve), and Gary Morrison. Cherished Grandma of Kyla, Amy, Kelsey, Chad, Kirby, Courtney, Lauren, Jeri and Brookelynn and Great Grandma Jelly Bean of Hannah, Charlie, June, Levi, Piper, Grace, and Lucas. Dear sister and sister in law of John Mathers (Donna), Ross Mathers (Marlene), Lloyd Mathers (Bonnie), Jack Guenther and Pauline Morrison. Predeceased by infant daughter Wendy, parents Ilene (Walker) and Andrew Mathers, sister Mary Richardson, parents-in-law Verda (Moore) and Russell Morrison and brothers-in-law Ray and Preston Morrison.

Dorothy was very crafty, she enjoyed quilting, photography, and was a great seamstress. Dot also enjoyed dancing, travelling with Reg and was a real social butterfly; she will be missed by all who knew her.

In keeping with Dorothy’s wishes cremation has taken place. A private family graveside service will be held  at Kirkton Union Cemetery on Friday May 6, 2022 at 2PM. Though the service is private the family invites you to join with them from the comfort of your home. Stream the service live or at your convenience by visiting www.facebook.com/haskettfh 


Condolences for the family of “MORRISON: A. Dorothy (Mathers) of Exeter and formerly of Kirkton”

Condolence from Alex and Donna Westman on March 4th, 2022 10:43 AM

Our sincere condolences to Reg and the family . Dorothy was a wonderful lady and will be dearly missed.

Condolence from Dave & Sandra Priestap on March 4th, 2022 10:47 AM

Our deepest sympathies to Dorothy’s family on her passing. After 50 years of friendship, we will miss Dot (& Reg) for the rest our lives. We had many good times & travels together. Treasured Memories, for sure. Hugs & love to the Morrison girls & Gary & your families.

Condolence from Bill Heather and Karen Dickins on March 4th, 2022 10:56 AM

Our deepest condolences, Dorothy was a wonderful lady, enjoyed having her as a
Card partner and a neighbour. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Condolence from Bob and Helen Coates on March 4th, 2022 11:22 AM

Our sincere sympathy to all of Dorothy’s family for the loss of a dear mother, grandma, great grandma, sister and sister-in-law. We remember a lovely lady with a friendly smile. She will certainly be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Condolence from Grant Thomson on March 4th, 2022 11:30 AM

My thoughts are with you at this time

Condolence from Gord and Doreen Jones on March 4th, 2022 11:46 AM

Dear Ross and Marlene
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Keep the happy memories in your hearts.

Condolence from Norma Khan on March 4th, 2022 11:57 AM

To the Morrison and Mathers families;

We are saddened to learn about Dorothy’s passing. Dorothy always had a warm smile and a hug to greet you. She will be missed by many. Dorothy and Reg enjoy your travels and keep on dancing. Our condolences.

Norma Khan and John Stemmler

Condolence from Barb Eisenschink on March 4th, 2022 12:08 PM

My sincere condolences to all of the family, I am going to miss your mom very much. We visited many times after I moved down the street from Reg & Dorothy.

Condolence from Joan Cleave on March 4th, 2022 12:31 PM

Lorrie, Pete, and all the Morrison Family
I am truly saddened to learn of Dorothys passing…she was a true friend, and an awesome person. We were each others go to for a waltz at the jamborees.
Your memories of her will keep her close forever…
Joan

Condolence from Doug &Betty Weston on March 4th, 2022 12:43 PM

To the Morrison family, our condolences . we will miss the laughs and the good times over the years, we have lost two of the best.

Condolence from Sharon McLeod on March 4th, 2022 2:01 PM

Sorry to hear about Dorothy’s passing.Worked with her at Campbell Soup plant until she retired.She always had a smile on her face and a hello as we where coming and going. You are all in my thoughts. Sharon McLeod.

Condolence from Robert and Mildred Ulch on March 4th, 2022 2:09 PM

Our sincere sympathy to Morrison Family, lots of good memories as neighbours in Kirkton, in Forest Lake FL, and various other campgrounds. Your mother and dad were not separated very long and now are together again. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time

Condolence from Nancy Mckenzie on March 4th, 2022 2:45 PM

To the Morrison Family So sorry to Hear about Dorothy I worked with her at Campbell Soup It was always nice to talk to your Mom and Dad RIP Dorothy and now u are with Reg Treasure all the great memories

Condolence from Mildred Northcott on March 4th, 2022 2:46 PM

My sincere sympathy in your loss of Dorothy. She will be remembered as a lovely friend with a great smile, and a dance partner in recent years. She will be greatly missed by all. Cherish all the memories.

Condolence from Lynda Denham on March 4th, 2022 2:56 PM

Deepest Sympathies

Condolence from Gwen Bestard on March 4th, 2022 3:15 PM

My sincerest sympathies to the Morrison family. My very first babysitting job was watching over Lorrie, Lynda and Lisa (at the time) in Kirkton. Additional fond memories I have of meeting up with Dorothy and Reg in their trailer while traveling in Florida and on the Bruce Peninsula. Dorothy was a wonderful friend to my mother, Jean Mills and I always appreciated her happy nature and warm, welcoming personality. May you all be comforted knowing your Mom and Dad, Grandpa and Grandma are reunited again and all the wonderful memories you shared.

Condolence from Yvonne/Jim Barnetson on March 4th, 2022 3:49 PM

Our thoughts and prayers are with Ross,Marlene,and all the Mathers family and Morrison families!
Dorothy was a such a lovely lady!
We always enjoyed her and Reg’s Company!
RIP Dorothy! 🤗🙏🙏

Condolence from Joan Stiltz on March 4th, 2022 4:44 PM

Our deepest sympathies to Dorothy’s family. Sorry for the loss of your Mom. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this most difficult time. Lila Foster & Joan

Condolence from Mark Cronyn on March 4th, 2022 4:58 PM

Lorrie, Lisa, Lynda, Julie, Gary and families.
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Cherish all your wonderful memories.
Mark&Judy

Condolence from Margaret Brintnell on March 4th, 2022 5:05 PM

Lorrie & All The Family
So sorry to read about your beautiful Mom. Gone to be with your Dad. Such a wonderful couple. We will all have great memories. I enjoyed our many visits at MacDonalds as I know many others did too. Bless everyone of you at this sad & difficult time. My Sincere Sympathy.

Condolence from Bonnie Swarthout on March 4th, 2022 5:19 PM

I am so very sorry to hear of Dorothy’s passing..I worked with Dorothy at Campbell Soup for many years until
her retirement…She was always so pleasant to talk to and always had a smile on her face. And some days at the plant
I know it was hard , but she still smiled….If I happened to run into her while out and about she always had time for a chat….Dorothy was a wonderful lady, and will be missed by all who had the pleasure to know her…RIP my friend….

Bonnie Swarthout

Condolence from Bob & Edith HODGINS on March 4th, 2022 5:43 PM

Ross & Marlene and Morrison Family. Sorry for your loss.She will be missed as Dorthy was always so friendly.

Condolence from Gary and Kathy Simpson on March 4th, 2022 5:46 PM

Our deepest sympathy to the Morrison and Mathers family.

Condolence from Elaine Ford on March 4th, 2022 5:57 PM

So sorry to learn of Dorothy’s passing. She will be missed be so many.. condolence to her family and friends. May she Rest In Peace.

Condolence from Lloyd and Carol Moore on March 4th, 2022 6:10 PM

Our deepest sympathy to Dorothy’s family. We had a lot of good family get togethers and we will miss our neighbourhood visits.

Condolence from Cy& Eleanor Blommaert on March 4th, 2022 7:39 PM

Our deepest sympathy to Dorothy’s family
She was a great lady..and always enjoyed a good time
She will be deeply miss.
Please know we are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Cy & Eleanor

Condolence from Bernice Boogemans on March 4th, 2022 7:46 PM

Our sincere sympathy to the entire family of Dorothy. We will certainly miss Dorothy at coffee at McDonald’s , the pepper card games we played with Reg and Dorothy before the pandemic. Your family will certainly miss the both of your parents passing in such a short 5 1/2 months. May Dorothy and Reg be together again in love and peace.
Bob and Bernice Boogemans

Condolence from Katherine Ens on March 4th, 2022 7:47 PM

Deepest Sympathy to Dorothy’s family and friends. Her smile and laughter was always so captivating. She will be missed,

Condolence from Bob & Cathy Moore on March 4th, 2022 9:03 PM

Thoughts & prayers are with you during this sad time with the loss of your Mom & Grandma.

Condolence from Vicki Rosa on March 4th, 2022 10:24 PM

Julie, Lorrie, Lynda, Lisa, Gary and families, my sincerest sympathy to you on the passing of your Mom. The pictures you have posted are treasures. My thoughts are with you.

Condolence from Judy on March 5th, 2022 2:32 AM

Dear Morrison family,
Very sorry to hear of Dorothy’s passing. She was a super nice lady,
Remembering the good old Campbell Soup days. Rest easy dear lady.
Most sincerely,
Judy (Jory) Hayward

Condolence from Tammy & Steve Bibby on March 5th, 2022 6:50 AM

Lisa and family! So very sorry to hear about your mom! ( sending you a big hug) Thinking of you all at this difficult time! Cherish your memories and enjoy them with tears and laughter!

Condolence from Kim Pinder on March 5th, 2022 7:14 AM

Lisa and Morrison Family

Very sorry to hear of your mom’s passsing.
Thinking of you at this sad time
Ken and Kim Pinder

Condolence from John & Diane Wilds on March 5th, 2022 7:36 AM

Our condolences to the family,
We have many great memories of Dorthy. She always enjoyed a good game of cards. There was many a times she would sit with us and reminisce of trips she and Reg had been on. She always had little tidbits of info as to if you ever go to this place you have to go see …. A wealth of information. They will be missed.

Condolence from Mark Heimrich on March 5th, 2022 8:11 AM

Lorrie & Pete, Lisa, Lynda, Julie, Gary & families & all the Mathers & Morrison Families;

Our sincere condolences in the loss of your dear Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandma, and all. Cherish your many memories.

Mark & Julie Heimrich.

Condolence from Liz Campbell on March 5th, 2022 8:31 AM

Sorry for your loss of your Mom and Grandma, she was always smiling. Lots of visits with both your parents at our Thompson Christmas parties. They are both together again 💕hugs and my sympathy to you all xoxo

Condolence from Dorothy Cleary on March 5th, 2022 8:53 AM

So sad to hear of Dorothy’s passing. She was a wonderful lady. When I lived at Riverview Estates, we had some lovely visits together. May you find comfort in knowing her & Reg are together. May God comfort you.

Condolence from Heather Montgomery on March 5th, 2022 9:31 AM

With sincere sympathy at the loss of your mother, Dorothy. She was always so kind to me.

Condolence from John and Sandy Ulch on March 5th, 2022 9:32 AM

Lorrie, Lisa, Lynda, Julie and Gary……..We shared many good times with Dot and Reg, being neighbours in Kirkton, fun camping in Florida , and cards and visits when we both moved to Exeter.
How they loved to dance to the good old country music. We missed Reg and now Dot, but we are happy they are together again.

Thinking of each of you and your families. Love John and Sandy

Condolence from Sharon Leslie on March 5th, 2022 9:44 AM

Hugs and ❤ love to the Family. Many happy memories of Dot , Reg and family!

Condolence from Verona & Russell Snider on March 5th, 2022 9:50 AM

Our sympathy and prayers for you all at this time. She was such a genuine loving person and our friendship goes way back to our High Shool days. She was my maid of honor at our wedding some 66 years ago. She will always be in my thoughts .

Condolence from George & Helen Pratt on March 5th, 2022 10:02 AM

We are saddened at Dorothy’s passing, and at the same time
believe she was ready to be with her beloved Reg. We had
many good times with them and will miss them both. Our
deepest sympathy to all her family at this sad time

Condolence from Jean Mills on March 5th, 2022 10:12 AM

My sincere sympathy to you all: Lorrie, Lisa, Lynda, Gary, Julie. I have many happy memories of our good times together at Kirkton with your parents.

Condolence from Barry and Nancy Mills on March 5th, 2022 10:34 AM

Lorrie, Pete and the Morrison family:
Our deepest sympathy to you and the Morrison family. Thinking of you as you remember your mom over the years and all the cherished memories. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Barry & Nancy Mills and families

Condolence from Carolyn McCabe on March 5th, 2022 10:45 AM

So very sorry to hear of Dorothy’s passing. She was such a lovely lady! I chummed with her sister Mary for along time . May you Rest In Peace my friends❤️ Prayers to the Morrison & Mathers family.
Carolyn ( Simpson)

Condolence from Margaret Prout on March 5th, 2022 11:28 AM

Sincere condolences to all Dorothy’s family. Dorothy ‘s kindness and
generosity were appreciated by so many. Both Reg and Dorothy enjoyed
dancing, entertaining at dinner and card parties. We all enjoyed our
theatre productions especially the Christmas shows.
RIP my dear friend ♥️

Condolence from Grace Rollings on March 5th, 2022 11:47 AM

Clarke and Grace Rollings

To the Mathers and Morrison Families:
We always enjoyed a friendly chat with Reg and Dorothy whenever we met up at family functions or events in the community. Our sincere condolences to all the family in your loss of Dorothy.

Condolence from Powe family on March 5th, 2022 11:57 AM

Our deepest sympathies to all the family. We will remember Dorothy’s wonderful smile. She enjoyed talking about our family connection. She will be greatly missed.
Condolences from the Powe family – Alan Powe, Elaine and Bruce Brandon, Marie and Ron Brittain and families.

Condolence from Ken and Shirley Simpson on March 5th, 2022 12:11 PM

Our deepest condolences to the Morrison and Mathers Families.. I worked with Dorothy for many year’s at Campbell’s Soup.. She also took our wedding pictures when Ken and I were married.. She was a kind, caring lady, I will miss her.. A few weeks ago Donna and I had coffee with Dorothy at McDonald’s.. We had a great visit, she was telling us how she so missed Reg. Now they are together again.. RIP Dorothy 💞

Condolence from Dan & Judy Alce on March 5th, 2022 3:45 PM

We were sorry to hear about Dorothy. She was a wonderful lady.
Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.

Condolence from Ron and Marlene Moore on March 5th, 2022 4:53 PM

To all the family . Our deepest sympathy and prayers . Dorothy was a wonderful person . We so enjoyed the times we spent together camping with her and Reg and those visits at Mc Donalds and Tasty bites. Ron and Mar

Condolence from Joan Francis on March 5th, 2022 6:35 PM

My deepest sympathy to the Morrison and Mathers family
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time

Condolence from Fred Miller & Elaine Stephen Miller on March 5th, 2022 10:43 PM

To all the Morrison family we off our condolences on the passing of Dorothy. We have enjoyed the friendship of them both over the years. You as well as us will miss them. We hope you can find comfort in your memories of your times together. Thinking of you……..

Condolence from Marie Kechnie on March 6th, 2022 1:29 PM

Lloyd & Bonnie – so sorry to hear of the loss of your Sister. We are thinking of you.
Marie & Garry

Condolence from nancy brand on March 6th, 2022 3:09 PM

our deepest sympathy to lloyd and bonnie and the rest of the family on the loss of a mom , grandma, sister. our thoughts are with you all Hans & Nancy

Condolence from Lorne & Pat Ballantyne on March 6th, 2022 3:34 PM

Our sympathy to the Morrison and Mather families.
We will miss seeing Dot and Reg on their front veranda. sitting amongst their many pots of flowers waiting for a visit and always ready for a game of cards.

Condolence from Erma (Ed) Watson on March 6th, 2022 3:50 PM

So sorry to hear of your loss. Cherish your memories and keep them close to your heart.

Condolence from Sonya and Geoff Hicks on March 7th, 2022 7:26 AM

Thinking of you all at this sad time. Remembering all the good times our families have shared over the years. May you take comfort in knowing your mom and dad are together again, dancing and smiling. Deepest condolences to you all.

Sonya, Geoff and family

Condolence from Anne Pincombe on March 7th, 2022 10:31 AM

My sincere condolences to the Morrison and Mathers Family on the passing of Dorothy.
Always enjoyed our visits with her and Reg and especially loved to watch them on the dance floor.
I am sure they are dancing up a storm in heaven.

Condolence from Pete and Gloria McFalls on March 7th, 2022 11:37 AM

We will miss our Sunday morning breakfasts with Dorothy. She will be so happy to be reunited with Reg. Our condolences to the entire family.

Condolence from Mickie Struyke-Laurin on March 7th, 2022 1:53 PM

Always enjoyed meeting up with Dorothy and Reg most Sunday mornings for breakfast at A&W. It was my honor to have known such a wonderful loving couple.
They are now dancing in heaven together again. Hugs to Her family.
R.I.P. Dorothy.

Condolence from Kelly Morrison on March 7th, 2022 3:35 PM

My sincere sympathy to you all; Lorrie, Lisa, Lynda, Julie and Gary. I have many happy memories of many overnights spent at your home in Kirkton with them. It was my second home at one time!! Me there, or Julie at our home! Your Mom took my wedding pictures too. The many happy memories your share will help ease the sorrow you all must feel now again, it was just a few short months ago that you were grieving the loss of your dad. May you find comport knowing they are together again, dancing up a storm in heaven. Together again in eternity. Sending my deepest condolences to you all and your families. xoxo

Condolence from Connie Junker ( Francis ) on March 7th, 2022 10:47 PM

Dorothy was always vert friendly with a smile on her face. Glad Dorothy and Reg had along relationship.

Condolence from Brian Taylor & Heather Dougherty on March 8th, 2022 9:34 AM

Our sincere condolences to the Morrison and Mathers famlies in the passing of Dorothy who was a friendly, kind and fun loving lady who will be dearly missed. You can take comfort in knowing that Reg and Dorothy are together again on the dance floor. Cherish the memories.
Brian and Heather

Condolence from Carol Coleman on March 8th, 2022 8:50 PM

To Dorothy’s family & friends,
It is always so hard to lose a parent(s).
May you hold your best memories close to your heart always.
Carol (Ross) Coleman

Condolence from Fred & Beth Cowdrey on March 9th, 2022 8:07 AM

Our sincere sympathy to the Morrison family . Good memories Reg and Dorothy in Kirkton. Always friendly and great conversations.
Fred & Beth Cowdrey

Condolence from Doris Richardson on March 9th, 2022 5:40 PM

Sincere sympathy to Lorrie, Lisa, Lynda, Julie, Gary and families. In your sadness may there be comfort in the legacy of how to enjoy each other and life gifted from your Mom and Dad. I will miss her but fun times shared make me smile.
Doris

Condolence from Marg Roswell on March 9th, 2022 6:52 PM

Dorothy and Reg use to come into McDonalds when l first moved here and starting working. They were two of the sweetest people. We eventually became friends and lm so grateful l was given the opportunity to meet such lovely people.
Rest In Peace.

Condolence from George and Sue Wilson on March 10th, 2022 6:49 AM

Julie, Steve, Jeri and all of Dorothy’s family, and the Mathers family, heartfelt sympathy on your loss of your Mom, Grandma and sister. Dorothy was a kind, friendly lady. Cherish your precious memories. She and your Dad are together now. Hugs and prayers, George and Sue Wilson

Condolence from Donna ( Heywood ) Regier on March 10th, 2022 3:11 PM

I was saddened to hear of your Mom’s passing. I had coffee with her a couple of weeks ago,It was very obvious how much she missed your Dad.She thought the world of her Children & Grandchildren. I worked with your mom for 17 years and enjoyed many conversations and laughter over the years. “ I bet, their dancing as I write this.💞

Condolence from Danny & Nancy Smith on March 11th, 2022 7:11 PM

Lorrie, Peter and families
We were saddened to hear of Dorothy’s passing.
Both Dorothy and Reg were great people.
The love and dedication they had for their family was strong.
We will certainly miss them and our sunday morning breakfasts at A&W.
Rest in Peace Dot and Reg.

Condolence from Eleanor and Al Mitchell on March 14th, 2022 8:13 PM

I am so sorry to hear of Dorothy’s passing. Your mom was a very caring and family oriented person. I will miss her.

Condolence from Tom & Ruth(Luoma) Richardson on March 30th, 2022 10:04 AM

I had no idea that Dorothy Morrison pasted away.I am sorry to hear that.
She was a great lady,always laughing or smiling, and always friendly.
Now she will be for ever with her husband,Reg.
Our condolences go out to her family.
From Tom & Ruth Richardson.

Condolence from Denise Reittinger on April 29th, 2022 10:06 AM

I am so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. I don’t go on Facebook much but saw a hacking there and learned of her passing. I knew her in Florida. I was her quilter. I have missed her very much. Her and Reg were great friends and we did many dinners when they were here. I am so very sorry for your loss. I know her and Reg are dancing in heaven.

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