William H. Morrison, Jr.

William H. (Bill) Morrison, Jr., age 70, of Wilmington, Delaware, passed away February 27, 2019 after a long illness.

Bill was born in Memphis, Tennessee, the youngest child of William and Ruby Morrison. He attended Vanderbilt University as an undergraduate, receiving his Bachelors’ degree in Chemical Engineering, and then went on to receive his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Illinois.

Bill moved to Wilmington in 1974 to take a job at DuPont as a chemist. Over the course of a thirty-two year career, he worked in various departments from pigments to electronics. He retired from DuPont in 2006, and taught for several years as an adjunct professor at Delaware County Community College. He enjoyed gardening, taking long walks with his dogs, and spending time with his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife of over 43 years, Brenda Gay LeVan Morrison, his two daughters Susan Morrison (Joe Herriges) and Ellen Morrison Tovar (JonCarlos), his two grandchildren, Kate and Will Coletti, his two sisters, Jean Anne Goodson and Karen Moore, and numerous nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at Aldersgate United Methodist Church on Friday, March 8 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, Bill’s family requests that any donations be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association (https://www.lbda.org).

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Dorothy TOVAR lit a candle and writes,

We are so grateful to have known Bill and we feel so honored to have his beautiful, kind-hearted daughter as part of our family. He was a wonderful man and he will be greatly missed. Much love to the entire Morrison family. Luis and Dorothy

03/01/2019 01:50 pm

Karen Morrison Moore writes,

Billy was a wonderful man and a great brother, He will be missed by all of us. Karen Morrison Moore

03/02/2019 05:08 pm

Luke Prescott writes,

Billy was my oldest childhood friend. The summer after 4th grade, my family moved to Waynoka Circle and I was anxious about leaving all my old friends behind. The anxiety quickly disappeared ! Billy met the moving van as it pulled into the neighborhood. Once he realized there was a boy nearly his age in the new family, he immediately dragged me down the street to join the other guys for a baseball game in the Willis' front yard. It was the first of thousands of baseball, football, basketball, and "Army" games in the nearby woods, creeks, tracks and front yards. They filled my childhood with a fun "Wonder Years" quality and Billy always led the way. --- He was generally the most talented & smartest player (nobody could ever stop Billy as he drove for a left-handed layup at "The Morrison Basketball Arena" - with it's 10 inch step UP from the patio to the driveway just before the basket). --- As an adult, I was able to re-new my friendship with Billy & meet Gay when I was passing thru Wilmington in the 80's. He was still the same great guy that I knew from the 50's, 60's and 70's. I wish I had stayed in touch. I was pleased to hear that Jean Anne was able to help Billy enjoy his 50th East High reunion. I felt an ache when I read that Billy had passed away. I can only imagine the pain that Gay, Karen, Jean Anne and the family are feeling. I send my deepest condolences.

03/03/2019 11:43 pm

Kathy Boyd writes,

Gay, I am so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and your family, Kathy Boyd 919-349-9995

03/04/2019 10:13 am

Lewis Watson lit a candle and writes,

So sorry for your loss, I worked for Bill as I was one of his technicians. He was great boss, intelligent and down to earth, a rare combination. May he Rest In Peace, hopefully they have the greatest operas in heaven.

03/04/2019 08:10 pm

Al Allen lit a candle and writes,

We pray God mercy be upon the family. I work with Bill at DuPont in Pigments for many years. Bill was always kind, honest, and professional. "Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name" (Psalm 103:1). Al

03/06/2019 02:47 pm

Al Allen lit a candle and writes,

Our deepest sympathy and condolences to Bill's family. I worked with Bill at DuPont in Pigments for many years. Bill was hard working, intelligent, kind, and honest. "Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name" (Psalm 103:1). Al

03/06/2019 02:55 pm

Yolanda Brown Bereavement Coordinator lit a candle and writes,

In this difficult time, may God hold you close to His heart, where He can feel your deepest loss, and fill you with His Deepest love. With Sincere Sympathy, The staff of Heartland Hospice

03/06/2019 03:35 pm

Maria L. ( Marile) Miranda writes,

I am deeply saddened by the news of Bill's passing. I am a DuPont colleague from DEMI in Manatí, Puerto Rico. I worked with Bill on various projects from 1989 to his retirement. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the love of family and friends comfort you during these difficult days, my most heartfelt condolences. Marile Miranda DuPont Electronics (DEMI) Manati, Puerto Rico

03/07/2019 04:42 pm

Vickey Setters lit a candle and writes,

I worked for Bill’s father in Memphis beginning in 1950. Bill was an infant then and his dad was so proud of him. I am sure he was the same type man as his dad who was a very nice gentleman. My sympathy to all the family.

07/20/2020 09:34 pm

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