Northborough

Sylvia Irene May (Henry) Morse passed away at home on November 8, 2014, surrounded by her loving family. She was 92. Sylvia leaves her devoted husband of 62 years, Kenneth W. Morse; her children, Stephen Morse and his wife Sharon of Florida; Wayne Morse of West Boylston; Cynthia Chambless and her husband Ron of Oxford; Keith Morse and his wife Laurie of Millbury; grandchildren William, Jennifer, Stephanie, Elizabeth, James, Patricia, Melissa, Kimberly, Alison, Lynnel, Brian, Daniel who predeceased her, David, Jason, Christopher and Sarah; 10 great-grandchildren; a brother, Arthur Henry of Uxbridge; nieces and nephews; a younger sister, Viola Gagnon of Northbridge predeceased her. Born in Winchester, England, she was the daughter of Arthur L. and Edith (Gardiner) Henry. Mrs. Morse was raised in Northbridge and graduated from Northbridge High School. Sylvia was a longtime member of Trinity Church and was instrumental in the fundraising of the current Northborough Senior Center. She enjoyed quilting, knitting and crafts. Years ago, Mrs. Morse volunteered her time at Proctor Elementary School. Sylvia lived for her family.

Calling hours will be held Wednesday, November 12th, 2014 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in Hays Funeral Home, 56 Main St., Northborough. Sylvia's funeral will take place on Thursday, November 13th at 11:00 a.m. in the funeral home. A private burial will be held in Howard St. Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Alzheimer's Association, 480 Pleasant St., Watertown, MA 02472. To leave a condolence or to share a memory on the online guestbook, please visit www.haysfuneralhome.com