Southwick – 
Alfred C. Morris, 94, of Southwick, formerly of Westfield, passed away on Thursday, October 26, 2017 at home. Born in Glen Lyon, PA on October 2, 1923, he was the son of the late John and Mary (Bush) Morris. Alfred worked in the laundry department at Belchertown State Hospital for over 40 years. He enjoyed vacations, especially boat or train rides. In his earlier years, he enjoyed ceramics. In the summer of ’96, his dream of driving a car came true while in New York on vacation. He enjoyed driving the antique cars at Riverside Amusement Park. Alfred loved giving driving directions, as he would show you the longer route so he could enjoy the longer car ride. He enjoyed going to the Senior Center in town to play bingo, chair yoga and socialize with friends. Alfred loved enjoying apple pie and coffee. He collected all types of cars and hats, and enjoyed smoking his pipe. Alfred loved to go to Stafford Motor Speedway with his nephew. His smile would always light up a room. Alfred will be missed by many family and friends. He is survived by his nieces and nephews, Gary Morris and his wife Nancy and children Lauren and Allison, John Maslar, Joanne Germaine, Elaine Morris, Shirley Morris, and Gail Jensen. He was predeceased by his six siblings, Edwin, Vernon, Herman, and Walter Morris, Otylia “Tillie” Maslar, and Helen Morris. A Graveside Service will be held on Tuesday, October 31st at 11:30 AM at St. John Lutheran Cemetery, Lockhouse Rd., Westfield. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to Alfred’s support staff at his home in Southwick for their tremendous and compassionate care for so many years.In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Noble Hospice, 77 Mill St., Westfield, MA 01085 or BCARC, 395 South St., Pittsfield, MA 01201. Southwick Forastiere Funeral Home has care of arrangements. www.forastiere.com.
