Veronica Mohr Morgan was born in 1915 to Henry and Martha Kreaser [originally may have been Kreischer, in German] Mohr. Her life was one of intelligence, class and grace; it was fully and successfully lived. It was a life emulated and appreciated by those whose joy it was to know her. She died with dignity, faith and pride at the home of her daughter and best friend, Martha. Veronica attended both Holy Trinity Grammar School and the Convent School and was a member of the first graduating class of St. John the Baptist Academy in 1933. She received her diploma from the Syracuse Secretarial School and served as a dedicated employee for the NYS Dept. of Parole/Corrections, where she was awarded recognition for competence in her field. Additionally, she served on the board of directors of Eastwood Litho. A founding member of St. Ann's RC Church in Syracuse, she served as a VP of the Altar and Rosary Society and was a communicant for over 50 years. She served the community for many years as a Girl Scout Troop leader and Summer Day Camp director. Veronica enjoyed traveling and spent time in Europe and Africa. She was an avid bridge player, fine needle crafter and musician. She was predeceased by her husband, Leo Claude Morgan; son, Michael Leo Claude Morgan; sister, Florence Mohr Reddick; and brothers, Henry Joseph and Justin Francis Mohr. She is survived by her treasured daughters, Martha Dorman (William P.) Schaefer and Melissa A. Morgan of Syracuse; beloved "sister"-in-law, Betty Mohr; seven grandchildren, Kelly Barker of KY, Timothy Dorman of Syracuse, Susan Dorman Christiansen of Cazenovia, Michael (Michelle) Dorman of Slingerlands, Brooke Bender Kaskey, and Katelyn and Justin Bender of Atlanta. Additionally, she is survived by three sisters-in-law, Lucy Wallace, Elizabeth Morgan and Jane Mascari; a myriad of nieces, nephews and cousins; along with cherished friends, Dennis Ryan, Kathleen Niles, Mary Ann Bourg, Martha Dorman, Debi Overton, and John and Jane Keegan. Friends may call on Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Whelan Bros. Funeral Home, 3700 W. Genesee St. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at St. Ann's RC Church, Onondaga Blvd. Burial in Assumption Cemetery. The family would like to extend their gratitude to Hospice and the many caregivers in the Syracuse community. Donations may be made to Hospice of CNY, 990 7th North St., Liverpool, NY 13088 or St. Lucy's Church, 432 Gifford St., Syracuse, NY 13204. Whelan Bros. Funeral Home

Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on Aug. 3, 2008