Benjamin Patrick Morrison was born July 22, 1980 in Monterey, Calif. He died in Boise on Feb. 5, 2004. He was a graduate of Bishop Kelly High School in Boise, and attended Florida State University. Ben was a tall, handsome, and outgoing young man who cared deeply for his family and his friends. He had boundless energy and intelligence, and an indomitable will. His fierce desire to be independent, which seemed to be present from the day he was born, both delighted and frustrated his parents. As a ÒlittleÓ brother he adored and looked up to his brother, Ian, even as he tried to be himself. Ben was on the wrestling team in high school, and he loved SCUBA diving, sailing, backpacking, and outdoor sports in general. He often talked about a future that combined travel with volunteer work. At the age of 21, Ben was diagnosed with schizophrenia. He, his family, and caring medical professionals struggled to fight this devastating mental illness until the day Ben died. Ben is beloved of and survived by his father, Bruce; his mother, Cathy; his brother, Ian; his maternal grandmother, Pearl McAndrews; his aunts and uncles; and his beautiful cousins. Ben, we will always love you and we miss you. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent in BenÕs memory to: The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill: 4696 Overland Rd. #250 Boise, ID 83705. Do not let your hearts be troubled. Have faith in God and faith in me. In my FatherÕs house there are many dwelling places; otherwise, how could I tell you that I was going to prepare a place for you? I am indeed going to prepare a place for you, and then I shall come back to take you with me, that where I am you also may be. John 14: 1-3 A Memorial Mass will be held at St. JohnÕs Cathedral at 12:00 noon, Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2004. Arrangements are by Summers Funeral Homes, Boise Chapel.
In reading a current edition of the BK magazine that comes out quarterly, I noticed that Ben Morrison had passed away, and I figured it must have been a mistake, so I called and spoke with Mr. Coulter and he told me it was not. I was shocked and saddened by the news. Ben Morrison was such a great guy, so funny and always went out of his way to make others feel comfortable. It was a true shock to find out that he was going through this and I cannot believe he's gone, he is truely missed. Ben always made class so much fun, he was the life of the party and just a good guy. What a tragic end to such a promising beginning. Regards, rachael smith
In reading a current edition of the BK magazine that comes out quarterly, I noticed that Ben Morrison had passed away, and I figured it must have been a mistake, so I called and spoke with Mr. Coulter and he told me it was not. I was shocked and saddened by the news. Ben Morrison was such a great guy, so funny and always went out of his way to make others feel comfortable. It was a true shock to find out that he was going through this and I cannot believe he's gone, he is truely missed. Ben always made class so much fun, he was the life of the party and just a good guy. What a tragic end to such a promising beginning. Regards, rachael smith
