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Michael Morrissey Obituary
Michael T. Morrissey, Sr., 78, of Laflin, passed away peacefully with his family by his side Friday, Jan. 19, 2024. He fought a courageous five-month battle with cancer.
Born in Wilkes-Barre, July 21, 1945, he was the son of late Gerard and Florence Helfrich Morrissey.
Mike was a 1963 graduate of GAR Memorial High School, proudly served in the U.S. Air Force attaining the rank of sergeant and entered into the Pennsylvania State Police Academy in 1968. He was a member of the 1970 State Police Rodeo Team. Mike retired from Troop R Dunmore after 28 years of service and began another career as a court security officer in the Federal courthouse in Wilkes-Barre for 16 years.
After retirement, he was able to enjoy traveling with the love of his life, Mary Jane. Above all, Mike was a loving husband, father, Pop to his grandchildren, brother and uncle. When you met Mike, you had a friend for life. He looked forward to annual family beach vacations and all of his grandchildren's sporting events. He was always his children's and grandchildren's biggest fan. Mike was a die-hard Notre Dame and Yankees fan, a member of the Notre Dame Club and a member of the Knights of Columbus Pittston Council 372, 4th Degree. The Morrissey men were a Knights of Columbus bowling dynasty for over 50 years.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Molly Ann Morrissey; and siblings, Mary Ann Skammer, Rose Mary Alfieri, Gerard, Christine Obenski, Robert, Thomas, Kathleen and Joseph.
He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Mary Jane Curley Morrissey, Laflin; daughter, Michelle Kearney and husband, Tim, Clarks Summit; son, Michael Morrissey and wife, Jen, Archbald; grandchildren, Morgan, Matthew, Mia, Ryan, Colin, Carter and Austin; siblings, John Morrissey, San Jose, Calif.; Irene Palmer and her husband, William, Temperance, Mich.; Ellen Morrissey, Forty Fort; and Gert Morrissey-Pryor and her husband, Lew, Dallas; brother-in-law, Gerald Curley and his wife, Ann; and several nieces and nephews.
Mike's family would like to extend love and gratitude to the amazing staff on 3 South Allied Services Skilled Nursing Facility, Scranton, for the exceptional care he was given in the last few weeks of his life. You will all hold a special place in our hearts forever.
A Mass of Christian Burial, followed with military honors accorded by the U.S. Air Force and the Plains Twp. American Legion, Post 558, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in St. Maria Goretti Church, 42 Redwood Drive, Laflin, with the Rev. Alex Roche, pastor, officiating. The Parish Rosary Group will pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet and rosary in the church 30 minutes before the Mass. All are invited to attend. Family and friends may call from 10 a.m. to service time Saturday.
Arrangements entrusted to Corcoran Funeral Home Inc., 20 S. Main St., Plains Twp.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Luzerne County Down Syndrome Network by visiting www.downsyndromenetwork.org; or the Gray Nation for Retired Troopers by visiting www.graynation.org.
For information or to leave Mike's family a message of condolence, visit www.corcoranfuneralhome.com.
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Gerald Helfrich
February 5, 2024
I would like to share my condolences with Mike's Family. He was my 1st cousin and our families were close growing up.
BEATRICE S ELLIS & FAMILY
February 3, 2024
So Sorry for your loss of Mike. Keeping you and your family in my prayers. May he rest in peace.
John Rushton
February 3, 2024
I´m so sorry for the family of Mike Morrissey he was a very nice man and I want to send my condolences to his family especially his son Mike. I will always remember him and his great sense of humor . May he rest in peace.
Betty Lou Connell
February 3, 2024
Mary Jane, Michael, Michelle, & the Morrissey Family,
I was so very sorry to hear about Michael. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. The Morrissey family always held a special place in my heart. God Bless.
Benson Family
February 2, 2024
Sorry for loss Mr Morrissey was a great gentleman professional in whatever he did.
Jeanne Helfrich Klitchko, cousin in my Fl.
February 2, 2024
So sorry to hear of Michael´s passing. Sending prayers for his family.
Marty Moughan
February 2, 2024
I was in the same bowling league as Mike at Elko's in Dupont. Mike was a good bowler and a good Man. Condolences to his family
Marty Kane, Ft Myers, Fl
February 2, 2024
Dear Morrissey Family: I would at this time like to extend my most sincere condolences on the death of your husband&father Mike. I new Mike for years and he was a good man to know. My thoughts&prayers are with your entire family at this time.
Father Jim Paisley
February 2, 2024
Mike was a good man who loved his family and his faith. May he rest in God's loving embrace and find rest from his labors. Blessings on his loving wife and family during this difficult time.
kathy snyder
February 2, 2024
Mike And Family, Very Sorry To Hear This Sad News About Your Dad. I Will Keep You All In My Prayers. Kathy Snyder
Joseph Speziale
February 2, 2024
Mary and family, so sorry to hear of Mikes passing.
We bowled together with the K of C.
Enjoyed many laughs with Mike and his father and brothers.
RIP Mike.
Joe Speziale Mountaintop, PA
Gary Thomas
February 1, 2024
I will miss you brother. Our time at Dunmore, on the Softball team and most recently the Retirees Association. You´re the best. RIP.
Margaret and Gordon Dershimer
February 1, 2024
May you find peace in the passing of Michael. May Michael rest in peace too.
Leonard Everhart
February 1, 2024
So sorry to hear about Mike's passing I worked at Max Rosenn with Mike the past 16 years he was a great guy and freind may God bless you and your family at this time my deepest condolences.
Glenn Thomas / Lt. /Retired / Scranton Police Department
February 1, 2024
I am very sorry to hear about the passing of Mike. Mike was great guy and straight-shooting State Police Trooper. Mike assisted me and my fellow Motor Carrier Enforcement Team of the Scranton Police Department on many occasions and he taught us a lot. Mike had a great sense of humor and was well liked. RIP
Joe Demmeck
February 1, 2024
I am so sorry to see the passing of Mike. I graduated a year after Mike an went in the Air Force with his brother Bobby. I grew up on Sherman St in Mayflower. I always remember Mike as a really nice person and a good friend and person. May he rest in peace.
James Weidlich
February 1, 2024
My condolences to the entire family.
Charlie Franklin
February 1, 2024
Mary Jane and family, so very sorry for your loss. Remember when you both met. I always remember Mike had a smile and a cheerful greeting every time I saw him. Praying God's strength during this time.
Mark George
February 1, 2024
Please know that all of you are in our prayers during this difficult time. Mike was a pleasure to work with and be around. He will be missed.
Judy Gomba
February 1, 2024
Ellen, so sorry to hear of your brother's passing.
My thoughts & prayers are with you all
Mary Beth Shovlin
January 31, 2024
Mary Jane, Michael, Michelle and family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. So very sorry for your loss. Mary Beth Shovlin and family
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