Livonia and recently Rochester: April 8, 2016 at the age of 100 years. Predeceased by her husband John W. Morrissey, her parents Henry and Genevieve Etsberger and her sister Genevieve Murphy. Survived by her children; Patricia (Terry) Walter of Livonia, NY, John H.(Jean Woods) Morrissey of Salem, MA, Joseph J. (Julie) Morrissey of Pittsford, NY. Grandchildren; Amy (Mark) Morsch of San Diego, CA, Kimberly (Tim) Bland of Greencastle, PA, John W. Morrissey of Boston, MA, Katie (Matt) Rogers of Henrietta, NY and four great grandchildren; Emily Bland, Ryan Bland, Peter Morsch, Elizabeth Morsch; and several nieces and nephews. Winifred was a long time member of St. Joseph’s/St. Matthew’s Catholic Church.

Winifred was born on September 6, 1915 in Greece, NY. She was a graduate of Sacred Heart Academy and St. Mary’s Nursing School. She was a Registered Nurse who worked at IBM in Rochester. She married John W. Morrissey on January 2, 1943 and moved to Livonia. She was a very proud parent of three children and a wonderful friend to many; a great cook and baker, and nurse to those who called. Winifred loved her way of life in Livonia and her church. For many years she enjoyed playing cards with friends. She sold her home in Livonia and moved to St. Johns Meadows in Rochester in 2007.

No prior calling hours. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Matthew’s Church, Route 20A, Livonia on Saturday, April 23, 2016 at 10:30 am. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Catholic Charities of Livingston County, 34 East State Street, Mt. Morris, NY. To send a condolence and for further information please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com