It is with very heavy hearts that the King of Prussia Historical Society announces the passing of J. Michael Morrison after a long battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Michael was instrumental in the re-establishment of the Historical Society in advance of Upper Merion Township’s Tricentennial in 2013. In doing so, he was following in the footsteps of his grandmother, Lucressa Morrison who was one of the original founders of the society in 1953, owner of the King of Prussia Antique Store, and one-time post-mistress. Michael’s encyclopedic knowledge of Upper Merion history was key to his authorship of the book, Upper Merion: the First 300 Years. He was a sought after expert speaker on many topics of local history, and was always eager to share his passion for the preservation of our history. Michael will be greatly missed but his legacy will live on in the King of Prussia Historical Society about which he was so passionate and so proud. Rest in Peace, Michael.
Final arrangements will be private.