Edward S. Morse

Edward S. Morse, Jr., of 747 Maple St., Meadville, died Saturday, December 11, 2004 at Wesbury United Methodist Retirement Community following a lengthy illness.

He was born in New York City August 10, 1915, a son of the late Edward S. and Winifred Vance Morse.  He married Evelyn L. Mau August 23, 1941 and she survives.

A graduate of Syracuse University with a Bachelor of Arts in History and Finance, he was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity.  Thereafter, he was employed at the American Thread Company and G.P. Putnam Publishers, both of New York City and subsequently at Talon, Inc. where he was the general credit manager and assistant treasurer for over 20 years, until his retirement in 1977.  He was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II, serving from 1942 to 1946.

Chairman of the Crawford County Chapter of the American Red Cross from 1973-1977, he was active in that organization for over 25 years.  He was also a past president of the Crawford County Historical Society and the Meadville Country Club, as well as an active member of the Meadville Round Table, the Meadville Elks Lodge #219, and the Boots and Saddle Club.  He was an avid golfer and enjoyed woodworking, crossword puzzles, and outings with his family.  He attended First Presbyterian Church of Meadville.

Survivors, in addition to his wife Eve of 63 years, include 3 daughters, Mrs. Carole Alexander of Meadville; Mrs. Jane Headley of Linesville; and Ann Lyman of Downers Grove, IL; 6 grandchildren, Mrs. Barrie Alexander Ford, Mr. Chris Headley, Mr. Shaun Headley, Mr. Matthew Doubleday, Ms. Susan North, and Mr. Andrew North; 2 Great-grandchildren; 1 sister; 3 brothers; and nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by 2 brothers and 1 sister.

There are no calling hours.

A memorial service will be held at a date and time to be announced by the family.

Memorials may be made to the American Red Cross, 632 Arch St., Meadville, PA 16335; the Crawford County Historical Society, 848 N. Main St., Meadville, PA 16335; or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Robert W. Waid Funeral Home, 581 Chestnut St., Meadville, PA 16335.