Patricia J. Morrison, 80, of New Paris, died early Thursday morning, Jan. 22, 2015, at her home.

She was born January 9, 1935, in Akron, Ohio to Virgil C. and Alberta (Clayton) Smith.

On July 17, 1953, she married Dallas N. Morrison, Sr., in Barberton Ohio. He died May 3, 2009.

Survivors include a daughter: Sharma L. Spicher, New Paris; a son: Dallas N. (Debra) Morrison, Jr., Warsaw; two grandsons: Michael Morrison, Schererville, and Jeffrey (Emily) Spicher, Syracuse; two great-granddaughters; and a sister: Shirley Linebaugh, Akron, Ohio.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a son: Gregory Morrison; two sisters, Joan Shafer and Karen Domin; and a brother: Robert Smith.

Patricia was a member of First Brethren Church, Goshen. She enjoyed working with her husband Dallas for many years at Carter Lumber, New Paris. She loved to bowl and play cards with friends. Her two dogs held a special place in her heart. Her greatest joy came from her family, especially her grandsons and great-granddaughters.

Friends may call from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 25, at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen, and one hour prior to the 10:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 26, funeral service at First Brethren Church, 215 W. Clinton St., Goshen. Burial will follow in New Paris Cemetery.

Memorial gifts may be directed to the First Brethren Church Children’s Ministry.