James Marshall Morgan
January 02, 1938 - March 15, 2017
Obituary
MADISON-James M. "Jim" Morgan, age 79, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday March 15, 2017. He was born on Jan. 2, 1938, the son of Marshall and Helen Morgan. Jim was a lifelong resident of Madison's east side and graduated from Madison East High School in 1957. He married his high school sweetheart, Janice "Jan" Northrop on June 27, 1959, and together they raised two children. He worked for the City of Madison Street Department for 32 years and enjoyed his 22 years of retirement. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. Jim was an avid Packers and Badgers fan. He loved to go to Ho Chunk, enjoyed playing poker with his family, and playing six-handed euchre with good friends every Thursday night at the former Grieg Club. Jim is survived by his wife, Jan; daughter, Sharon (Steve) Martinez of Houston, Texas; son, Mike (Georgia); and grandson, Colton of Cottage Grove; sister, Judy (Roger) Martin; brothers, Bill (Sandy) and Tom; several nieces and nephews; and his much-loved dog, Lily. He was preceded in death by his parents. A gathering will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Dr., Madison, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Friday, March 24, 2017. The family would like to sincerely thank the loving and attentive care of the nurses and caregivers at Home Health United Hospice for their care in this difficult time. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608) 221-5420
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Gathering
Fri Mar 24, 2017 @ 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Chris Dahlk
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I would not be able to list all the memories of Jim, So many especially the ones on Lake Jordan, Greg Club, Diamond Jim's see I could go on forever. I hope Jan and the family find comfort in this time of healing. Love/Hugs to you all. RIP Jim!
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Bruce Taylor
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When I was twelve and met Jim, I heard about his new girlfriend, Jan. I remember swimming in the mouth of the Yahara where it entered the lake every year almost as soon as the ice cleared in the spring. When I left home at 16, Marsh and Helen gave me a room at 1454 Williamson St. I remember the poker games with Jim and his folks. I remember my first job at the East side café, after Jim had worked there. I remember gathering around the TV at Jim's folks house to watch some singer named Elvis that Jan had heard about. I remember growing up together and confiding boyhood thoughts with each other. I remember dances at the Park Ponderosa with Jim and Jan. Many, many more. Godspeed, old friend.- Bruce Taylor
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George and Tama DePrey Frazier
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We wish to offer our deepest condolences to James Morgan's family regarding the loss of this beloved family member. Jim was a very special person, and we will miss his sense of humor and his smile.
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Kim chamberlain
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We met Jim and Jan at the Grieg Club. He was soft spoken and had an infectious smile. He always took care of his girl by taking her Sunday morning breakfast. He was a man of few words but will be missed. God grant him peace and strength to his family at this difficult time. Kim & Ron Chamberlain