Loring Morrell

STEEP FALLS — Loring Clayburn Morrell, 73, of Steep Falls died peacefully on Sunday, April 12, 2015 in the comfort of his own home after a long courageous battle with cancer.

Loring was born on March 18, 1942 in Windham, a son of Phillip and Arline Smith Morrell. He attended local schools from grade school up to high school. He worked at Herman Shoe, McGuire & Jones, General Electric, Hill Loma, and the SAD 6 school district. Loring had many hobbies that included fishing, gardening, woodworking and antique automobiles.

Besides his parents, Loring was predeceased by his beloved wife Kathleen “Katy” M. Morrell of 42 years; his three younger brothers, Sheldon Morrell, Kirby Morrell, and Keith Morrell; his stepson, James “Skip” E. Spaulding; and a grandson.

Surviving are two sons, Clay Morrell of Baldwin and Scott Morrell of Limington; a daughter, Deanna Martin of Limington; two stepdaughters, Kathleen “Roxanne” Robertson of Limington and Vineta Webber of Florida; nine grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and a large loving extended family.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, May 2, at 1 p.m. at Steep Falls Cemetery on Route 113 in Steep Falls. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wnyfuneralhome.com