Important Update Regarding COVID-19
Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service is constantly monitoring the rapid changes of COVID-19 (Corona Virus)
We are following instructions by the Governor of Virginia, The CDC, The National Funeral Directors Association, The Virginia Funeral Directors Association and Regulatory Support Services.
The following outlines the Phase 3 procedure in compliance with the Governor’s current order of 50% capacity.
As of May 15, 2020, Governor Northam has begun to allow some businesses and places of worship and or ceremony to operate at 50% occupancy. We are committed to the families we serve and the communities that support them. We ask that families consider that the type of gatherings they hold to be ever mindful of those who attend, and their health and well-being. We also ask that you refrain from hugging or shaking hands and practice safe social distancing.
What this means for services:
As of May 26, 2020, Governor Northam has put an order in place requiring masks to be worn when in public buildings. In order to protect the vulnerable and high-risk members of the community, it is highly recommended that face masks be worn. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide masks for visitors; please utilize your own. Failure to use a mask while in our establishment will be an assumed release of liability.
All Morrissett Staff will be wearing face masks at all times.
We have placed hand sanitizer and polite reminders throughout the building to assist with cleanliness. We have upgraded the air filters on all of our HVAC systems to promote cleaner air exchange. If you are not in attendance and would like to pass condolences or have your name added to the guest book, please call us and we will assist or utilize the online condolences at Morrissett.com.
Once again, we ask you to practice safe social distancing, and to please not attend if you are ill or at high risk.
Families that maybe in need of our services in the coming weeks, please know that we will care for you and your loved ones with the utmost respect and assist you in the options we feel are safe and that comply with the Governor of Virginia’s limitations and the CDC.
This can mean public or private family services. We promise to work with you as families and your comfort level and desires to honor your loved one.
Please be aware that no coffee, cookies, or cups of water will be available to any guest or families. We will have bottled water available at your request.
As we monitor this ever rapidly changing situation, we will continue to provide updates in regard to the measures we are taking. We appreciate the support and kindness shown during this difficult time. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact us at 804-275-7828 or e-mail to Staff@Morrissett.com
6 responses to April Lee
Julie Barnes says:
October 30, 2020
April and I met in 1994 and instantly became friends over a game of pool very early in the morning. We became best friends not long after that first meeting. She was a beautiful soul, inside and out. We shared much laughter and tears through the years. A shared love of Hallmark Movies (especially the Christmas ones), as well as cowboys. rodeos and horses too! Oh, and Tea! How we loved going to tea! We both loved the mountains and the clear nights but mostly our children and how proud of them we always were. She was so very excited to become a grandmother as well, she couldn’t wait to be able to spend more time with her grandchildren and become a part of their lives. She loved and adored Jim and everything adding his life to hers brought her!
I’ll miss our long talks and her company the most! She was the sister I never had and she taught me so very much over our years of friendship. My heart is broken for the loss of April.
I love you girlfriend! I miss you too! Julie
Patty Hall says:
October 31, 2020
April, such a sweet and loving soul. We became friends at Lake Arrowhead and later sister-in-laws. You were always such a giving person. When you gave birth to sweet Stephanie she lit up not only your life but all who were blessed to know her and you. April, you will be missed by so many; your spirit and memories will last forever in our hearts. May you Rest In Peace…❤️
Diana Bergman says:
November 8, 2020
April and I met at work 25 years ago at Sun Pacific. We soon became good friends and spent many nights at her house after work drinking out beloved Champagne or her favorite Coors Light. We had some great times for many years that I will always cherish. April was a great person, friend, wife, mother and daughter. She will be missed by all. Fly with the angels Miss April! Until we meet again ❤️❤️
Dori Schooling Greenan says:
November 3, 2020
April’s family and my family lived in the same neighborhood in Downey. April used to kid-sit me, and later I was asked to babysit Stephanie. Our parents were good friends and we enjoyed spending time together in Downey and Lake Arrowhead. April was always so nice to me, very patient and kind. I was so happy to reconnect with her on Facebook, and enjoyed commenting on each other’s posts. I am so sad about her passing, but she will live forever in our memories. XOXO
Cameron Smith says:
November 4, 2020
April and I grew up together through our experiences at Lake Arrowhead. We (and her family) were inseparable. So many wonderful memories. Listening to Bill Cosby records, late night talks, water skiing, horseback riding, hanging out at the village miniature golf and so much more. She was such a good friend to me. April was always kind and considerate. Loving and trustworthy. She could keep a secret. She was dedicated to her family and friends. A truly wonderful human being who will be missed, yet will always be a part of those she loved and loved her.
Stephanie and Jim; as long as I have known April, I never saw her more happy than when the two of you entered and enriched her life. She loved you both so much and I believe she knew how much she was loved. That is a small comfort to me since to love deeply and to be loved is, after all, what matters most.
Julie Bunker says:
January 23, 2021
April and I met when we were in the same kindergarten class. We attended elementary school together until 4th grade when they moved to Downey. Our parents were friends, and I do remember her big brother, Steve. April was active. Mary and Larry provided tins of fun things for April and Steve. I remember being envious that April could do one-arm cartwheels, but when she broke her arm, I stopped competing with her….we all signed her cast! After many, many year we reunited with other classmates at Downtown Disney only a few years ago. I saw the beautiful photo of her just now on FB, and started to write to complement here, but then saw that she had passed. Fly with the angels my dear friend. So glad we got to see each other one last time. I love you. ❤