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Longtime Plymouth resident Karen Morrison, 73, passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2019 in her home surrounded by the love of her family.
Born in Fort Wayne Indiana on September 17, 1946, Karen was the daughter of Robert and Wilma (Speicher) Ashe. She graduated from Fort Wayne South Side High School with the class of 1964, and then attended Indiana University-Bloomington school of journalism for one year. In Frankfort, IN Karen married Martin Andrew Morrison II in 1965. He would proceed her in death in 2007.
Karen and Marty were the founding owners of Marshall County Title, a local title insurance company that is still family owned. She enjoyed all the neighborhood real estate attorneys and realtors, when they came in for closings.
She enjoyed tennis and played many years in Plymouth Team Tennis culminating in a championship in 1983.
In her earlier days she enjoyed her time as a member of the Plymouth Country Club and was a long time member of Tri Kappa.
Karen was an affluent reader who enjoyed the art of the written word. She took pride and a caring touch in writing personal letters and stories, her way with words was awe inspiring. She passed on that passion by volunteering at the Plymouth Library.
While she enjoyed the company of her sons, she was extremely fond of her granddaughters.
Karen is survived by her sons, Marc and Danielle Morrison of Plymouth and their children Kathryn and Sydney Morrison; and Jamey and Kim Morrison of Culver and their children Amanda and Sarah Morrison; her partner Walt Rogers of Plymouth and their two cats Tuff Cat and Ami (pronounced Ahh-Mee).
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Marty on April 25, 2007, and her brother, Rob Ashe.
Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday October 26, 2019 at the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan Street, Plymouth. Funeral services will follow at 1 p.m. with Life Celebrant James Smart officiating.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Marshall County Humane Society 11165 13th Rd., Plymouth, Indiana 46563-9014 or Center for Hospice Care at 112 S Center St C, Plymouth, IN 46563
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Nancee S. Lougheed
When Sue Smith told me about Karen's passing, i was so sorry to hear it. Those of you who grew up in Indian Village will likely remember Karen. Just as mine did, her family moved there and lived in two different houses in the addition. The 2nd move placed her just several houses down from where i lived on Manitou, on the same block as Dave Fleming, Toni Heathman, and Jane Knettle. Karen was in several of my classes at Indian Village Elementary, and then on to Harrison Hill, and eventually South Side so we became good friends. Karen always had a smile on her face and her positivity was infectious. Marty was the love of her life and his early passing was devestating to her, as was the death of her Mother not long after. But she still kept that smile on her face regardless. I spoke with her several times trying to get her to come to one of the Reunions. Finally, several of us were successful and Karen and her companion Walt came to our 50th Reunion. You can see several pictures of her in our 50th Reunion Photo Gallery and you will see she has such a happy face. I know that she struggled some even then and we are so grateful that she choose to come 5 years ago. Some of you also may have known her sister Linda, or brothers Rob, and Rick. I will miss you, dear Friend, but i know you are finally where you wanted to be.
Please take a moment to look at Karen's Profile page.
Susan K. Smith (Terry)
I will miss Karen. She was a good childhood friend and a renewed friend following the 50th Reunion. Karen was a writer and a good one.. She wrote stories and poems from the time I met her in 3rd grade and into adulthood. We played softball together in Indian Village, rode bikes, walked to Quimby Village, put on plays, and just had an all round good chiildhood. She will be missed by many including her beloved grandchildren. Karen, you were a good friend and I will miss you.
Rae Ann Mote (Hoffman)
So sorry to hear about Karen, such a nice Indian Village friend. I remember her as a very pretty, kind and humble classmate as well. I’m sure she will be dearly missed by many.
Rae Ann
Schiela L. Reynolds (Chen)
Karen and I were close friends thru grade school and highschool!I spent many sleepovers at her house.
He parents always were so warm and fun to be around!
Loved her sister Linda and brothers
Rick and Rob growing up.
So sad to lose my sweet friend!❤🙏😞
Schiela L. Reynolds (Chen)
Celebrate with MartyYour wonderful mom
and your brother Rob
I know you're happy
To see them again!
In the arms of the Angels
May you find eternal rest❤
Nancy K. Ormsby
I am so sorry to hear that we have lost another valued classmate. Karen was such a beautiful woman with a fantastic smile that made everyone around her smile too. She had a shyness about her that was unexpected for such an accomplished person. I remember talking with her at the 50th reunion and hearing about her family which meant so much to her. She truly missed her husband Marty who was so much a part of her life. I will miss seeing Karen at our reunion gatherings, but I will think of her smiling down upon us and her spirit always being with us.