Obituary for Linda Morrison | Locke Funeral Services

Linda Morrison

July 19, 1941 - August 9, 2023

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Visitation

Sunday, August 13, 2023

From 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Locke at Tower Park

4140 Kimball Ave.,
Waterloo, IA 50701

Funeral Service

Monday, August 14, 2023

Starting at 10:00 AM

Hagerman Baptist Church

1105 Knoll Ave.,
Waterloo, IA 50702

Memorials

May be directed to the family

Linda Morrison, 82, of Waterloo, died Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at Bartels Lutheran Retirement Community, in Waverly.

She was born July 19, 1941, in Waterloo, daughter of Harry W. and Ruth E. Vokes Hickman. Linda graduated from Waterloo East High School in 1959.

Linda married Richard Morrison on April 21, 1962, at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. He preceded her in death on July 31, 2021.

Before graduating high school, she worked as a car hop at Richardson Root Beer in Waterloo, and in a co-op program with Dr. Albert Nesbit D.C. she later worked part time for him. She also had worked in the livestock office of Rath Packing, at Farmer's Insurance, for Gast-Bandy-Becker Insurance, and at Ken's Kitchen.

She loved auctions, garage sales, flea markets, antiquing, gardening, flowers, baking, sunsets, and coffee with friends. She loved spending time with her family: holiday get togethers, birthdays, and meals. She also liked taking her grandchildren to church for Awana, and Sunday School.

Linda was a member of Burton Avenue Baptist Church for over 55 years, where she had taught Sunday School, was a leader in the Awana Program, and served on the Fellowship Committee.

She is survived by her children: Julie Lahmann of Denver, Curtis (Katherine) Morrison, and Joe (Madonna) Morrison' both of Waterloo; eight grandchildren: Samantha (Billy) Little, Ariel (Adam) Woods, Austin (Juel) Maledy, Gabriel Lahmann, Tyler (Ashley Reuter) Morrison, Tony, Lindsey, and Caleb Morrison; one great-grandchild, Bennett Maledy; two brothers, Steve (Vickie) Hickman of Lovilia and David Hickman of Garnavillo; and one sister-in-law, Linda Hickman of Waterloo.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Richard, two brothers, Larry (Diana) Hickman and Fred Hickman; brother-in-law, Roger Morrison; and two sisters-in-law, Patricia Caughron and Viola Burns

Funeral Services: 10:00AM Monday, August 14, at Hagerman Baptist Church in Waterloo, with burial following in Mt. Vernon Township Cemetery. Visitation: 2:00 - 4:00 PM Sunday, August 13, at Locke at Tower Park, 4140 Kimball Ave, Waterloo. Memorials may be directed to the family.

Condolences

Joe and fsmiky we are so sorry to hear about your mama. She was a wonderful lady and My mom's best friend in waterloo on northey street. Sending many hugs and prayers to all of you.

Gary and jacqueline retz

Steve and I have wonderful memories of the Morrisons. Linda was a blessing to our family in many ways, and taught me so many things over the years! Our love to her kids and grands during this time.

Deb and Steve Damge

Linda will so greatly be missed. To this day she called me " kid" while speaking to her. We have so many memories of Richard and her. I just loved that lady. Good bless, Dan and Jolene Detweiler

Jolene Detweiler

Julie ,Curt and Joe , so sorry to here your Mom. She was always so kind to me. She will be greatly missed.

Lynn J Beatty

Linda always gently touched my arm while speaking with me. She was an encouragement and a solid pillar in our community of believers. She will not be forgotten. She would update me on her family. She loved you all. May God comfort you at this time.

Babette Kimball

I'm sadden to hear of the passing of LInda Morrison. I grew up across the street from the Hickman family. Linda was our babysitter when my sister and I were kids. She will be missed.

Max C. Smith

Julie,Curt,Joe,I'm so ,so sorry for the loss of you mother. Your in our Hearts and prayers. ❤️

Lisa Kane

Linda is such a kind wonderful person. She had such strong faith in God and showed that faith with 55 years at same church helping with so many church functions. She is going to be missed by everyone.

Dawn & Scott Miller

Dear family Julie, Curt, Joes, we are so sorry for the loos of your mother. Ours sister Linda was so special sister, she always showed your love for us. She will be greatly missed. Praying the Lord will hold you especially close and comfort you through the coming days, and that you'll strengthened by the love of family and friends. With Heartfelt Sympathy and prayers. Matthew 5:4 Pastor Miguel & Ana Quintana.

Pastor Paulo M Quintana

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