Requiescat in pace Al Morrison

[Jim Morrison]

The man who taught me:

Algebra,

To make sure the people I love know it,

To do the right thing because it?s the right thing,

The trade that fed my family for more than 20 years,

That forgiveness is almost always easier to obtain than permission,

That all you have to do to finish a race is: ?Don?t stop?,

The importance of family and knowing where you come from,

What it really takes -and means- to be strong, honorable and dead-honest,

To tie my shoes,

To catch a pop-up, ride a two-wheeler, and know when to leave the room,

That a guy like me who couldn?t drive to the hoop, had damned well better develop an outside shot,

To grow my own food,

To make damned sure I always bought my round,

That if you shoot the king, you?d better kill him,

That you don?t have to go to every fight you?re invited to,

In short, to be a man, and countless other things, died peacefully in his sleep just a few hours after my brothers and I snuck in some Friday afternoon beers with him.

The ?Hoo-rah!? on November 10th will never rattle bones the way it once did.

Most men would be very pleased to be a footnote in history. My Dad was an exclamation point. And a danged good home inspector.

[JohnC]

Jim -Very Sorry for your lost

John Callan

[kurt]

I know from the way you've always talked about your Dad just how much you loved him.

The description I liked the best is the way the 67 year old Marine handled a 40' extension ladder.....I forget the details, but you made it sound like ballet.

Thanks for putting up the note. He left a great legacy.

[islander238]

Jim-

I'm sorry to read of your loss. Your postings have always reflected your admiration and great respect for your dad. I'm sure some of the things I have learned from your writings came from his experiences. Best wishes to you and your family.

[Marc]

My condolences Jim. A close-knit family you've got. Priceless beyond measure.

Marc

[hausdok]

Jimmy,

I've greatly saddened by your Dad's passing. Even though I'd never met him - have never even met you face-to-face, actually - you'd made him so real to me that I found myself shedding tears at the passing of my very good friend's father.

I think your Dad would appreciate the following traditional irish toast to the passing of a loved one.

Oh, here's to other meetings,

And merry greetings then;

And here's to those we've drunk with,

But never can again.

ONE TEAM - ONE FIGHT!!!

Cousin Mike

[ghentjr]

There is no better relationship than that between a father and son who truly love each other.

[Scottpat]

Hold that last day you spent with him in a special place in your heart. Prayers and thoughts are with you and the family.

[Terence McCann]

Your in our thoughts James.

[Les]

one of the good ole guys! nothing I say makes it better, just know a bit of him is in all us Inspectors.

[Nolan Kienitz]

Jim,

Many kind and very good words have been said.

Your loving thoughts of you and your Dad's relationship reminded me of my Dad. I still miss him each and every day, but I use daily the truths he taught me.

I can only add my condolences and that you and your family are in my prayers.

[Douglas Hansen]

You're one lucky guy to have had him in your life. Of course, you already knew that. Like Mike, I'm finding myself choked up over the news. Be well and count your blessings my friend.

[Erby]

Ah Jimmy, I'm sorry that time has come. The sadness you, and quite a few of us, are feeling is the price we pay for knowing (and knowing of) him. Remember the good times!

[John Dirks Jr]

Kickin back with a few brews...perfect way to go.

My Prayers are with you and your family Jim.

[randynavarro]

I'm saddened, Jim.

My condolences.

[charlieb]

You sound peaceful with his passing. Rejoice for him, I can't help but feel his was proud of the person you are. Your family has my condolences and prayers.

[Robert Jones]

So sorry to hear the news Jimmy. Always appreciate the time you shared with him during your life time.

All my best amigo.

[Phillip]

Jimmy, It not many things harder than losing the father you love.

Remember all the good times you had.He sound like he was a wonderful man.

I wish the best to you and your family

[Chad Fabry]

Alana and I were fortunate to meet Jim, his wife Kelli and their families and friends at Jim and Kelli's wedding in 2009.

Jim was beaming, Kelli was beautiful and effervescent and Al looked like he had his suit pressed while he was wearing it.

Life is short, loss is forever. Meet the people you want to meet, says the things you want to say.

I'm installing copper counter flashings on a 1829 federal cum italianate today. I'll give thought to your Dad and as he would, I'll be patient and deliberate. The copper will be perfect and beautiful. Every time I see the house, I'll think of today.

Hug your wife, love your sons and tonight, lift a mug.

[John Kogel]

May he rest in Peace.

[emalernee]

Condolences to you and your family. Hoping that that the sweetness of his memory will cancel out the bitterness of your loss.

[Rob Amaral]

Al Morrison was a friendly guy who made me feel welcome in the local ASHI New England chapter when I first started attending meetings a long time ago. He was always willing to help a new guy with questions. Jimmy was 'just a pup' then! Al is loved by all the local Boston area home inspectors for his warm demeanor and great solid character. BTW, we all love Jim too..!

Rest in peace Al!

The salt of the earth these folks are.. Salt of the earth..

Rob Amaral

Walpole, Mass

[Tom Raymond]

So very sorry Jim. Your in our thoughts.

[Jack Ahern]

Sorry for your loss. He is a legend in the New England H I scene. My next Guinness will be in his honor.

[Jim Katen]

Jimmy,

I'm sorry for your loss, but happy that you had him for as long as you did. Part of him lives on in you, your brothers, and your kids.