Edward R. Morse, age 89, of Lecanto, FL died September 1, 2016. Edward was born on January 10, 1927 in Ayer, MA to the late Herbert and Evelyn (Davis) Morse. He grew up in Chelmsford, MA but met the love of his life, Elena Anna Maria Griffon during a trip to Italy. Edward and Elena were married on February 28, 1953 while still in Italy. They shared more than 56 loving years of marriage together until her passing on January 3, 2010. Edward was employed as an auditor by the State of Massachusetts until his retirement. In 1987, he and Elena made Citrus County Florida their home after relocating from Hudson, NH. A Jehovah’s Witness by faith, he was a member of the Hernando English Congregation. Edward was very devoted to his Bible studies. He also enjoyed reading and loved animals, especially cats. Edward liked to travel and especially enjoyed hiking and camping with his family. He was a loving and caring father who will be mourned by his daughter, Sandra A. Morse of Massachusetts. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made in Edward’s honor to the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, NY 10018 or to an animal charity of the donor’s choosing. The Chas E. Davis Funeral Home with Crematory, Inverness, FL is assisting the family with private cremation arrangements. Private inurnment will take place at Hills of Rest Cemetery, Floral City, FL at a later date. A Memorial Service was held earlier.
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