Obituary of Sophia Morrison

Peacefully in the comfort of her daughter’s home in MacLaren’s Landing and with loved ones by her side, Sophia Elizabeth Morrison of Ottawa passed away on Thursday morning, August 31, 2017 following a courageous struggle though cancer. She was 88. Beloved wife of the late Bill Morrison. Dearly loved mother of Judy Smith (late Barry), Margaret “Peggy” Jensen (Jim), Terry Blanch (Pam), Joyce Theriault (Dwayne), Debbie Blanch, Dawn Bergevin (Nic), and Robbie Morrison (Angela). Cherished and fondly remembered by her 23 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Loved sister of Helen Morel (late Jean). Predeceased by 2 sons: Bob Blanch and Kevin Blanch (Marilyn); her only brother Nicholas Popyk (late Ollie) and a sister, Anne Chizawsky (late Bill). Sophia was born in Poland. Daughter of the late Josef and Justina (nee Hnatyshyn) Popyk. She arrived in Canada in 1929 and was orphaned soon after. Her life brought her to the Prairies, Marathon, Ontario and eventually to Ottawa where she worked in building management for many years. A devout member of St. Elizabeth’s Parish in Ottawa, Sophia spent countless hours volunteering with parish activities. Following retirement, she spent over 15 years delivering meals on wheels to the shut-ins and less fortunate. She was a gifted cook, baker and gardener who had an appreciation for the simple things in life. She was much loved and will be missed. Friends were invited to join Elizabeth’s family during visitation at the Pilon Family Funeral Home and Chapel Ltd., 50 John Street North, Arnprior on Tuesday morning, September 5th from 9:30 until 10:45. A Funeral Mass was celebrated in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Braeside on Tuesday at 11:30. Cremation will follow. In memory of  Elizabeth, please consider a donation to the Ottawa Union Mission.