Death of Myles Morrish

November 10, 2016, updated Nov. 11, 4:30 p.m.

The following message is issued by the North Dufferin Baseball League Executive upon learning of the death of Myles Morrish:

"It is with sadness that the North Dufferin Baseball League Executive learned of the death of Myles Morrish of Creemore who passed away earlier today.

"Myles played his baseball career in Creemore with the Barons during the 1980s and 1990s and later with the Braves in the 2000s. He won numerous championships throughout his career.

"Myles enjoyed playing with the Dufferin-Simcoe Rockers oldtimers team reconnecting with many teammates and opponents from his earlier playing days and making new friends across the province on other teams.

"Joining the league executive in 2007 as vice president, Myles took an active role and was a loyal supporter of the league over his three years of service. He took a leading part in league events and activities throughout his term. In addition Myles was often seen at ballparks all summer long, enjoying the game with friends and former teammates, which he continued to do so this past season.

"We express our condolences to his wife Kelly and son Mack, to his nephew Brad Grieveson and the extended family. Myles presence around the ball park and his humour will be missed."

Details:

Morrish, Myles passed away peacefully on Thursday November 10, 2016 at Mount Sinai Hospital in his 55th year. Myles husband of Kelly, father of Mack will be lovingly remembered by his sister Shelley (Pat) Paradis, sister in law Linda Grieveson and his many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and friends. He is predeceased by his parents Roger and Mary, his brothers Fred 'Bud' Grieveson and Mort Morrish and sister Vicki. Myles will be missed by all who knew him. A celebration of life will be held at the New Lowell Legion at 1 p.m. on Saturday November 19, 2016. In lieu of flowers donations to New Lowell Minor Baseball or the Simcoe Muskoka Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated.

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