Bottom photo: Al and Helen at their 60th Wedding Anniversary. (1995)
In 1920 Allen Joseph (age 5) lived with his grandparents William (age 54) and Matilda (age 41) Watkins, their children Margurite (Margaret) Watkins (age 16), Julia Watkins (age 13), Glen Watkins (age 10) and Dortha Watkins (age 8). Also in household was Allen's parents (Allen) Robert Morford (age 29), Suetta (Watkins) Morford (age 23) and sister Emily Morford (age 7). The family lived at 1916 No. 34th Street, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska. The older William was a packer at a crockery company, young William was a truck driver at a crockery company, Margaret was a box maker at a box company. Robert was a farmer.
In 1930, Allen Joseph (age 15) lived with his father Allen Robert Morford (age 39) and siblings Emily (age 17), Robert (age 10) and LeRoy (age 8). They lived at 7001 Bedford in Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska. Allen Robert's occupation was laborer at a box factory.
On August 24, 1935 Al married Helen Vivian Andrews. They had two children: Shirley Helen and Betty Ann.
In 1940, Allen (age 24), Helen (age 23) and Shirley (age 3 ) lived at 3633 Lake Street in Omaha. Lived same place in 1935. Allen was a baker at a wholesale grocery.
The early 1950's saw Allen working for Wilkie & Beck Realty company. Al's phone number was KE 4033. By 1958 he had established Morford-Long Realtors located at 6601 Maple Street with phone number TE 6600.
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HOME FINDER Realtor of the Week!
Page 15R
Not dated but possibly written about 1977
MORFORD SETS LONGEVITY RECORD
Thirty three years ago, Al Morford launched a career in real estate, which today has earned him the respect and admiration of both clients and associates. A decision in 1944 to enter Real estate and then in 1958 to form, in partnership, the Morford Long Company, started Al on the road to a successful professional life in which he has literally helped hundreds of Omahans to select homes. Originally Al was involved in the buying and selling of several houses, and a chance remark by a friend prompted him to become a salesman, Morford Long Company, doing both building and selling, continued until 1962 when Al founded Morford Company. "Although we are a small firm," he said, "we offer definite personal service to each client." Perseverance and hard work, based on knowledge gained from years of experience, has established the company's reputation for fair deals and honesty. An Omaha native, Al attended Benson High School, and worked for nearly 15 years in the baking industry. He obtained his real estate license in Lincoln, and since then has actively taken part in Omaha's competitive marketplace.
SALES PHILOSPHY
Al uses the Golden Rule as a basis for his sales philosophy. "Real estate is a lot of hard work," he noted. "Honesty in all dealings helps form a basic trust and rapport with clients. I meet lots of good people, have made many friends, and want to than all the clients who have helped make our business succeed. I feel it's important to treat each individual the same; show consideration for their interests - and many times the result is referrel business. Real estate is a most demanding field, requiring patience, energy and constant awareness of market trends. It has been successful in my life, helping provide a home and education for our family.
ENJOYS RECREATION
Al is an active man and leisure hours may find him teeing off on the local golf course, bowling, or perhaps best of all, taking one of the trips he enjoys so much. Married for 42 years to wife Helen, the Morfords have two married daughters, and three grandchildren, all living in Omaha. One of his greatest joys is family get-togethers when three generations can share common interests and activities. Lifelong residents of Omaha, the Morford contribute to community activities. Helen serves in Eastern Star, while Al devotes countless hours to the Omaha Sertoma Club. As a member of the Covenant Presbyterian Church, Al has held key positions on the board of trustees as well as deacons. As a man setting a record for longevity in his field, Al Morford displays the perseverance and hard work needed to create, head, and continue to succeed in a highly competitive field. Ashe so aptly put it, "There's a great deal of personal satisfaction which accompany a job well done!"
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Omaha World-Herald
Omaha, Nebraska
(Douglas County)
April 15, 1999
MORFORD - Allen J., age 84, Omaha. Member of Florence Masonic Lodge #201. Preceded in death by parents; 2 brothers, Robert and Roy; and granddaughter, Sherri Lynn Boyer. Survived by wife, Helen Morford; daughters and sons-in-law, Shirley and Gordon Boyer, Betty Knight; granddaughters and spouses, Susan and John Brady, Heather and Greg O'Neil; great-grandchildren; Erin Brady, Stephanie Brady, and Melissa Brady; sister, Emily Ossenkop.
FUNERAL SERVICES 10 am Fri., Roeder Mortuary, 108th St. Chapel. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. VISITATION 6-8 pm Thursday, 108th St. Chapel. Memorials to Covenant Presbyterian Church.
In 1920 Allen Joseph (age 5) lived with his grandparents William (age 54) and Matilda (age 41) Watkins, their children Margurite (Margaret) Watkins (age 16), Julia Watkins (age 13), Glen Watkins (age 10) and Dortha Watkins (age 8). Also in household was Allen's parents (Allen) Robert Morford (age 29), Suetta (Watkins) Morford (age 23) and sister Emily Morford (age 7). The family lived at 1916 No. 34th Street, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska. The older William was a packer at a crockery company, young William was a truck driver at a crockery company, Margaret was a box maker at a box company. Robert was a farmer.
In 1930, Allen Joseph (age 15) lived with his father Allen Robert Morford (age 39) and siblings Emily (age 17), Robert (age 10) and LeRoy (age 8). They lived at 7001 Bedford in Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska. Allen Robert's occupation was laborer at a box factory.
On August 24, 1935 Al married Helen Vivian Andrews. They had two children: Shirley Helen and Betty Ann.
In 1940, Allen (age 24), Helen (age 23) and Shirley (age 3 ) lived at 3633 Lake Street in Omaha. Lived same place in 1935. Allen was a baker at a wholesale grocery.
The early 1950's saw Allen working for Wilkie & Beck Realty company. Al's phone number was KE 4033. By 1958 he had established Morford-Long Realtors located at 6601 Maple Street with phone number TE 6600.
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HOME FINDER Realtor of the Week!
Page 15R
Not dated but possibly written about 1977
MORFORD SETS LONGEVITY RECORD
Thirty three years ago, Al Morford launched a career in real estate, which today has earned him the respect and admiration of both clients and associates. A decision in 1944 to enter Real estate and then in 1958 to form, in partnership, the Morford Long Company, started Al on the road to a successful professional life in which he has literally helped hundreds of Omahans to select homes. Originally Al was involved in the buying and selling of several houses, and a chance remark by a friend prompted him to become a salesman, Morford Long Company, doing both building and selling, continued until 1962 when Al founded Morford Company. "Although we are a small firm," he said, "we offer definite personal service to each client." Perseverance and hard work, based on knowledge gained from years of experience, has established the company's reputation for fair deals and honesty. An Omaha native, Al attended Benson High School, and worked for nearly 15 years in the baking industry. He obtained his real estate license in Lincoln, and since then has actively taken part in Omaha's competitive marketplace.
SALES PHILOSPHY
Al uses the Golden Rule as a basis for his sales philosophy. "Real estate is a lot of hard work," he noted. "Honesty in all dealings helps form a basic trust and rapport with clients. I meet lots of good people, have made many friends, and want to than all the clients who have helped make our business succeed. I feel it's important to treat each individual the same; show consideration for their interests - and many times the result is referrel business. Real estate is a most demanding field, requiring patience, energy and constant awareness of market trends. It has been successful in my life, helping provide a home and education for our family.
ENJOYS RECREATION
Al is an active man and leisure hours may find him teeing off on the local golf course, bowling, or perhaps best of all, taking one of the trips he enjoys so much. Married for 42 years to wife Helen, the Morfords have two married daughters, and three grandchildren, all living in Omaha. One of his greatest joys is family get-togethers when three generations can share common interests and activities. Lifelong residents of Omaha, the Morford contribute to community activities. Helen serves in Eastern Star, while Al devotes countless hours to the Omaha Sertoma Club. As a member of the Covenant Presbyterian Church, Al has held key positions on the board of trustees as well as deacons. As a man setting a record for longevity in his field, Al Morford displays the perseverance and hard work needed to create, head, and continue to succeed in a highly competitive field. Ashe so aptly put it, "There's a great deal of personal satisfaction which accompany a job well done!"
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Omaha World-Herald
Omaha, Nebraska
(Douglas County)
April 15, 1999
MORFORD - Allen J., age 84, Omaha. Member of Florence Masonic Lodge #201. Preceded in death by parents; 2 brothers, Robert and Roy; and granddaughter, Sherri Lynn Boyer. Survived by wife, Helen Morford; daughters and sons-in-law, Shirley and Gordon Boyer, Betty Knight; granddaughters and spouses, Susan and John Brady, Heather and Greg O'Neil; great-grandchildren; Erin Brady, Stephanie Brady, and Melissa Brady; sister, Emily Ossenkop.
FUNERAL SERVICES 10 am Fri., Roeder Mortuary, 108th St. Chapel. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. VISITATION 6-8 pm Thursday, 108th St. Chapel. Memorials to Covenant Presbyterian Church.
Bottom photo: Al and Helen at their 60th Wedding Anniversary. (1995)
In 1920 Allen Joseph (age 5) lived with his grandparents William (age 54) and Matilda (age 41) Watkins, their children Margurite (Margaret) Watkins (age 16), Julia Watkins (age 13), Glen Watkins (age 10) and Dortha Watkins (age 8). Also in household was Allen's parents (Allen) Robert Morford (age 29), Suetta (Watkins) Morford (age 23) and sister Emily Morford (age 7). The family lived at 1916 No. 34th Street, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska. The older William was a packer at a crockery company, young William was a truck driver at a crockery company, Margaret was a box maker at a box company. Robert was a farmer.
In 1930, Allen Joseph (age 15) lived with his father Allen Robert Morford (age 39) and siblings Emily (age 17), Robert (age 10) and LeRoy (age 8). They lived at 7001 Bedford in Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska. Allen Robert's occupation was laborer at a box factory.
On August 24, 1935 Al married Helen Vivian Andrews. They had two children: Shirley Helen and Betty Ann.
In 1940, Allen (age 24), Helen (age 23) and Shirley (age 3 ) lived at 3633 Lake Street in Omaha. Lived same place in 1935. Allen was a baker at a wholesale grocery.
The early 1950's saw Allen working for Wilkie & Beck Realty company. Al's phone number was KE 4033. By 1958 he had established Morford-Long Realtors located at 6601 Maple Street with phone number TE 6600.
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HOME FINDER Realtor of the Week!
Page 15R
Not dated but possibly written about 1977
MORFORD SETS LONGEVITY RECORD
Thirty three years ago, Al Morford launched a career in real estate, which today has earned him the respect and admiration of both clients and associates. A decision in 1944 to enter Real estate and then in 1958 to form, in partnership, the Morford Long Company, started Al on the road to a successful professional life in which he has literally helped hundreds of Omahans to select homes. Originally Al was involved in the buying and selling of several houses, and a chance remark by a friend prompted him to become a salesman, Morford Long Company, doing both building and selling, continued until 1962 when Al founded Morford Company. "Although we are a small firm," he said, "we offer definite personal service to each client." Perseverance and hard work, based on knowledge gained from years of experience, has established the company's reputation for fair deals and honesty. An Omaha native, Al attended Benson High School, and worked for nearly 15 years in the baking industry. He obtained his real estate license in Lincoln, and since then has actively taken part in Omaha's competitive marketplace.
SALES PHILOSPHY
Al uses the Golden Rule as a basis for his sales philosophy. "Real estate is a lot of hard work," he noted. "Honesty in all dealings helps form a basic trust and rapport with clients. I meet lots of good people, have made many friends, and want to than all the clients who have helped make our business succeed. I feel it's important to treat each individual the same; show consideration for their interests - and many times the result is referrel business. Real estate is a most demanding field, requiring patience, energy and constant awareness of market trends. It has been successful in my life, helping provide a home and education for our family.
ENJOYS RECREATION
Al is an active man and leisure hours may find him teeing off on the local golf course, bowling, or perhaps best of all, taking one of the trips he enjoys so much. Married for 42 years to wife Helen, the Morfords have two married daughters, and three grandchildren, all living in Omaha. One of his greatest joys is family get-togethers when three generations can share common interests and activities. Lifelong residents of Omaha, the Morford contribute to community activities. Helen serves in Eastern Star, while Al devotes countless hours to the Omaha Sertoma Club. As a member of the Covenant Presbyterian Church, Al has held key positions on the board of trustees as well as deacons. As a man setting a record for longevity in his field, Al Morford displays the perseverance and hard work needed to create, head, and continue to succeed in a highly competitive field. Ashe so aptly put it, "There's a great deal of personal satisfaction which accompany a job well done!"
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Omaha World-Herald
Omaha, Nebraska
(Douglas County)
April 15, 1999
MORFORD - Allen J., age 84, Omaha. Member of Florence Masonic Lodge #201. Preceded in death by parents; 2 brothers, Robert and Roy; and granddaughter, Sherri Lynn Boyer. Survived by wife, Helen Morford; daughters and sons-in-law, Shirley and Gordon Boyer, Betty Knight; granddaughters and spouses, Susan and John Brady, Heather and Greg O'Neil; great-grandchildren; Erin Brady, Stephanie Brady, and Melissa Brady; sister, Emily Ossenkop.
FUNERAL SERVICES 10 am Fri., Roeder Mortuary, 108th St. Chapel. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. VISITATION 6-8 pm Thursday, 108th St. Chapel. Memorials to Covenant Presbyterian Church.
In 1920 Allen Joseph (age 5) lived with his grandparents William (age 54) and Matilda (age 41) Watkins, their children Margurite (Margaret) Watkins (age 16), Julia Watkins (age 13), Glen Watkins (age 10) and Dortha Watkins (age 8). Also in household was Allen's parents (Allen) Robert Morford (age 29), Suetta (Watkins) Morford (age 23) and sister Emily Morford (age 7). The family lived at 1916 No. 34th Street, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska. The older William was a packer at a crockery company, young William was a truck driver at a crockery company, Margaret was a box maker at a box company. Robert was a farmer.
In 1930, Allen Joseph (age 15) lived with his father Allen Robert Morford (age 39) and siblings Emily (age 17), Robert (age 10) and LeRoy (age 8). They lived at 7001 Bedford in Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska. Allen Robert's occupation was laborer at a box factory.
On August 24, 1935 Al married Helen Vivian Andrews. They had two children: Shirley Helen and Betty Ann.
In 1940, Allen (age 24), Helen (age 23) and Shirley (age 3 ) lived at 3633 Lake Street in Omaha. Lived same place in 1935. Allen was a baker at a wholesale grocery.
The early 1950's saw Allen working for Wilkie & Beck Realty company. Al's phone number was KE 4033. By 1958 he had established Morford-Long Realtors located at 6601 Maple Street with phone number TE 6600.
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HOME FINDER Realtor of the Week!
Page 15R
Not dated but possibly written about 1977
MORFORD SETS LONGEVITY RECORD
Thirty three years ago, Al Morford launched a career in real estate, which today has earned him the respect and admiration of both clients and associates. A decision in 1944 to enter Real estate and then in 1958 to form, in partnership, the Morford Long Company, started Al on the road to a successful professional life in which he has literally helped hundreds of Omahans to select homes. Originally Al was involved in the buying and selling of several houses, and a chance remark by a friend prompted him to become a salesman, Morford Long Company, doing both building and selling, continued until 1962 when Al founded Morford Company. "Although we are a small firm," he said, "we offer definite personal service to each client." Perseverance and hard work, based on knowledge gained from years of experience, has established the company's reputation for fair deals and honesty. An Omaha native, Al attended Benson High School, and worked for nearly 15 years in the baking industry. He obtained his real estate license in Lincoln, and since then has actively taken part in Omaha's competitive marketplace.
SALES PHILOSPHY
Al uses the Golden Rule as a basis for his sales philosophy. "Real estate is a lot of hard work," he noted. "Honesty in all dealings helps form a basic trust and rapport with clients. I meet lots of good people, have made many friends, and want to than all the clients who have helped make our business succeed. I feel it's important to treat each individual the same; show consideration for their interests - and many times the result is referrel business. Real estate is a most demanding field, requiring patience, energy and constant awareness of market trends. It has been successful in my life, helping provide a home and education for our family.
ENJOYS RECREATION
Al is an active man and leisure hours may find him teeing off on the local golf course, bowling, or perhaps best of all, taking one of the trips he enjoys so much. Married for 42 years to wife Helen, the Morfords have two married daughters, and three grandchildren, all living in Omaha. One of his greatest joys is family get-togethers when three generations can share common interests and activities. Lifelong residents of Omaha, the Morford contribute to community activities. Helen serves in Eastern Star, while Al devotes countless hours to the Omaha Sertoma Club. As a member of the Covenant Presbyterian Church, Al has held key positions on the board of trustees as well as deacons. As a man setting a record for longevity in his field, Al Morford displays the perseverance and hard work needed to create, head, and continue to succeed in a highly competitive field. Ashe so aptly put it, "There's a great deal of personal satisfaction which accompany a job well done!"
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Omaha World-Herald
Omaha, Nebraska
(Douglas County)
April 15, 1999
MORFORD - Allen J., age 84, Omaha. Member of Florence Masonic Lodge #201. Preceded in death by parents; 2 brothers, Robert and Roy; and granddaughter, Sherri Lynn Boyer. Survived by wife, Helen Morford; daughters and sons-in-law, Shirley and Gordon Boyer, Betty Knight; granddaughters and spouses, Susan and John Brady, Heather and Greg O'Neil; great-grandchildren; Erin Brady, Stephanie Brady, and Melissa Brady; sister, Emily Ossenkop.
FUNERAL SERVICES 10 am Fri., Roeder Mortuary, 108th St. Chapel. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. VISITATION 6-8 pm Thursday, 108th St. Chapel. Memorials to Covenant Presbyterian Church.
