Vivian R. Morrell, age 75, of Isanti died June 19, 2010 at her home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, June 23rd at Strike Funeral Home – Isanti Chapel with Father James David Hahn officiating. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Interment Isanti Union Cemetery.
Vivian Ruth Morrell was born July 29, 1934 in Bismarck, North Dakota to Frank and Violet Alyea. She was baptized in the Catholic faith and was raised in the Bismarck area. On July 22,1953 she married Larry Morrell and they made their home in Bismarck. In 1964 they moved to the Minneapolis area and then in 1966 they moved to Isanti. Vivian enjoyed researching the family roots and was into genealogy. She collected Beanie Babies, enjoyed gardening and her flowers, pull tabs, bingo, going to the casino and chicken drummies.
Vivian is survived by her husband, Larry of Isanti; four children, Rick (Joy) Morrell of Ogilvie, Donna Nutter of Isanti, Patty Freidland of Arden Hills, Randy Morrell of Isanti; eight grandchildren, Melissa, Trevor, David, Sarah, Crystal, Brandon, Meranda and Tiffani; 14 great-grandchildren; one brother, Chuck Alyea of Bismarck; and by many other relatives and friends. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by infant son, Patrick; three brothers; and two sisters.
Viv is going to be missed dearly she was a one of a kind woman who has made me laugh over the years. I have many fond memories and stories that I am sure that will be shared sitting around a bonfire with the family. My heart goes out to the family and just remember Viv is onto her next greatest adventure!
Love You Guys!!
Kimmie
I met the Morrell family as a young boy when they moved to 131st. in Coon Rapids It did not take me long to learn that Viv was not going to ask for respect, rather she demanded it. (she got it.) My deepest sympaty to the entire Morrell family. Larry Bernu P.S. Hey St. Peter, You may want to take the day off, cause here comes Viv.
sooooo many good memories, she could make you laugh so hard your jaws would hurt for 2 days from laughing, she will be missed very much, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. love barbie+ricky
We sure will miss Viv and our phone chats. When we were all able to get together we always had a great time and laughed until we hurt. We love her so much. Larry and kids we love you guys and are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you
Butch & Jo
Morrell Family,
I have such great memories of Viv watching us girls & Toe playing softball. In particular I remember when she told me all about her “erotic” flower garden, turns out she meant “exotic” we laughed until we cried ! May all your found memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Love,
Natalie
As I told Larry today, all of my Viv stuff is in my memory. No pictures, no hilarious stories; I just met this understanding woman and she befriended me. She believed that I was a good person and I hope and pray that I can live up to her ideals. I love you Viv, your pain is gone now, you fought a good fight. We are all so proud of you. Rest in peace now.
our deepest condolences!
we have alot of great memoreies of viv and family.
that girl could make me laugh and cry the same day. she
always cheered me up when i was down.viv will be rememberd and loved for who she was and her loving personality. god bless you viv!
bobby and gale