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MORTON, James E. Of South Weymouth, formerly of Duxbury, Pembroke and Dorchester, died Nov. 12, 2009, after a courageous battle with cancer; surrounded by family at the Mass. General Hospital. He was 69 years of age. He was a retired Sourcing and Procurement Executive for Polaroid Corporation in Cambridge and the State Street Bank and Trust Company in Quincy. He graduated from Northeastern University where he received both an Undergraduate Degree in Engineering and an Executive MBA. He was a member of the Marshfield Road Runners and ran 30 marathons. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves. He was also an active member of the Waterville Valley Resort in NH. Beloved husband of Patricia M. (Sullivan) Morton. Devoted father of Heather M. Gillis and her husband Michael of Braintree and the late James E. Morton Jr. Loving Papa of Michaela and Matthew Gillis. Brother of Mildred Siney of Quincy, Mary Dutra of Weymouth and the late John Morton, Robert Morton, Alice Graham, Arthur Morton, Pauline McCluskey, Evelyn McAuley and Joseph Morton. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral from the McDonald Funeral Home SOUTH WEYMOUTH at 809 Main St. (Rte 18 opp. So. Shore Hosp.) Monday at 9:00 A.M. Funeral Mass to follow in Saint Francis Xavier Church, South Weymouth at 10:00 o'clock. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Sunday from 2:00-6:00 P.M. Interment, Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree. Donations may be made in his memory to the Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer, 1111 Stewart Ave., Bethpage, NY 11714. mcdonald-funeralhomes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Nov. 14 to Nov. 15, 2009.

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Kathleen Buckley

March 3, 2010

Heather,
I was so sad to hear about the loss of your dad. I will always remember his warm smile, friendly face and great sense of humor. He truly was a special guy. Having just gone thru this with my brother Richy, I know he fought a hard battle and I know how difficult this has been for all of you. Although it wasn't the greatest of circumstances, I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to see him in October. My heart breaks for all of you.
With sincere sympathy,

November 17, 2009

Heather and Pat,
I am so very sorry about Jim. He was the consummate professional and the ultimate gentleman. As the saying goes; "they don't make them like him anymore." I had the privilege of working with him at State Street and feel very fortunate for the experience.
My sincere condolences to all of you,
Maureen Corcoran

Evelyn Bishop

November 17, 2009

Pat, Heather, Mike, Michaela, and Matthew

Dear Pat,

I just learned of the loss of your Jim, he was a wonderful man and I pray that your faith and memories will help get you through this very difficult time. My heart goes out to you, my dear friend. I simply do not have any words to tell you how sorry I am.

Heather, Mike, Michaela and Matt

Your Dad/Papa will be in your hearts forever. Love to you all, I wish that I could be there to hug you and be with you at this time.

Love Evelyn

Joe Indelicato

November 17, 2009

Heather and Family,
I'm sorry to hear that you lost your dad and grandfather. It's never easy losing a loved one. I will remember him and all of you in my prayers.

November 16, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies upon the loss of a truly kind and caring gentleman. I worked with Jimmy at Polaroid for years and am saddened at his passing. Take comfort in knowing that he was highly respected by his peers for his integrity and knowledge. God bless him. Eileen Cianci

Mike Casey

November 15, 2009

Mr. Morton,
Sir, as a fellow Marine I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the USMCR. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Fi Devil Dog!
Mike Casey USMC '85-'89

November 14, 2009

The Morton and Gillis families:
I was fortunate to know Jim professionally, where he was always a gentleman and one to treat all with respect. I learned through Heather how revered he was by his family, and through many others how this kindness and grace touched them forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you all as are my condolences. Sincerely, Mary Eustace

November 14, 2009

Pat, We are very sad today learning about Jim....everyone at Waterville Valley knew he was a wonderful man and great friend. Patrick and Tina, Semper Fi Jim....

Ken Robichaud

November 14, 2009

Dear family of Jim. My deepest condolences on the passing a good person and a true diehard. We all have shared in personal experiences and I can say, Jim was one of them. He's running now.. President of USA T&F

Bernie Westgate

November 14, 2009

Pat and Heather, I am truly sorry for your loss. Jim was a great friend and he will be missed by all who knew him. I am sorry, but I was not aware he was ill and It came as a huge shock when I recieved an email from Vinny Coco this morning. Bernie and Nita Westgate

November 14, 2009

Heather and Family
Everyone who met your father new him as a good and gentle man. I was lucky enough to work with him at the end of his career when he was excited about his pending retirement and the time he would have to spend with his family. He fought a courageous battle against cancer. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Max Taylor

Kay O'Brien

November 14, 2009

Heather and family

My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your Dad.
Remember all the wonderful years you had with him and the legacy he left you all. You will miss him but in time the memories will surface and you will smile again

Maureen Driscoll

November 14, 2009

Pat and family,

This is such a loss for you. Jim was a special person and and a pleasure to know. He will be missed by many.

Bless you,

Maureen Driscoll

November 14, 2009

Pat,
I am so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful sweet man. He will be missed by all.

Leslie Devaney

Diane Gillis

November 14, 2009

Heather,Michael,Michaela,Matt,and Pat,
Jim,Papa was the best guy ever. You were truly blessed to have such a wonderful man in your lives.and we are so thankful to have known him.He was very special to us, especially Mackenzie.
our deepest sympathy to you all.
We Love You.
Diane,Eddie,Ryan, Kacy, Erin and Mackenzie

Kathy Ross

November 14, 2009

My deepest sympathies to the Morton and Gillis families. Jim was a respected business man who spoke always of his wonderful family. I was lucky to have met him in my lifetime.

dave Casper

November 14, 2009

Pat,

We are so sorry about Jim. He was the smartest & nicest neighbor that we ever had. I will always treasure the times we spent you both.

God Bless

Dave Casper

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