Edward Alvin Morgan, 73, of Sheboygan passed away on December 12, 2021 at St. Nicholas Hospital in Sheboygan, WI. Ed grew up in New Holstein, WI. He graduated from University of Wisconsin, where he met his future wife, Christine Egelhoff. He was a member of the University Marching Band and later the Army Reserve Band. Ed and Chris moved to Sheboygan in 1977 where he started at Citizen’s Bank. Ed later worked as an independent financial consultant and most recently as CFO for VibeTech, LLC. He was a long time Early Bird Rotary Club member, served as President and was a Paul Harris Fellow. Ed was a member of the Literacy Council and served on the Mead Public Library Board. He was an active member of St. Clement Church and loved singing in the choir.
Ed is survived by his wife of 51 years, Christine; his daughters Jennifer (Tony) Ham of Sydney, Australia, Kate (Lonny) Morgan-Chu of Walnut Creek, CA and Sarah (Dan) Baird of Arlington Heights, IL; his sister Sue Morgan of Lakeland, FL; his seven grandchildren Theodore, Natalie, Casey, Lucas, Samuel, Morgan and Camden; his three People to People exchange student daughters Claudia, Milena and Nina, all of Germany. He is preceded in death by his parents Edward V. and Marian Morgan.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Friday, December 17, at 2 p.m. at St. Clement Catholic Church, 707 N. 6th St, Sheboygan, WI, 53081. Family and friends are welcome to gather at the church from 11 a.m. until the time of Mass at 2 p.m. Out of concern for the current COVID-19 pandemic, the family requests that guests wear masks.
In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations to be made to the Sheboygan Early Bird Rotary Club to benefit the scholarship fund. Memorials can be made payable and be sent to the Sheboygan Early Bird Rotary Club Foundation, P.O. Box 64 Sheboygan, WI 53082-0064.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.reinboldfh.com.
Final arrangements have been entrusted to Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home, Sheboygan.
Visitation
Date: Friday Dec 17, 2021 Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Location: St. Clement Catholic Church [map]
Funeral Mass
Date: Friday Dec 17, 2021 Time: 2:00 p.m. Location: St. Clement Catholic Church [map]
Ed was such a pleasure to get to know during my time in Sheboygan. He has so much love for the community and donated many hours of his time for Spaceport. He will be missed.
Edward Farley
December 22, 2021
Ed I only knew for a short time but when I was with him, I felt like an old friend. This world needs more people like Ed. He was taken too soon but will even make heaven a better place.
Love to you Ed and Chris!
Ed and Cathy Farley
David J. Anderson
December 19, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Ed always had a great vision and the most insightful questions. We will miss him, but I'm sure not as much as his family. David & Barb Anderson
Karl DeVries
December 18, 2021
I got to know Ed while working with him at Vibetech and he always had a good word. He was smart and kind with a great sense of humor and will be missed but we can rejoice that he is in Heaven. My sympathies to his family.
Helen Baumann
December 17, 2021
So sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. Our prayers for and the girls during this difficult. Time. What a great picture of Ed., it encompasses his sunny personality so well. May memories and the love of friends and family fill your spirit. Warm hugs to you and yours. Helen &Ernie
ART & LYN CHEVRIER
December 17, 2021
WORDS DO NOT EXPRESS THE SORROW IN LOSING A BRIGHT SPIRIT. WE WILL SEE YOU IN THE SKIES AS A BRIGHT STAR!
LOVE TO CHRIS & THE FAMILY.
Marty Wynkoop
December 17, 2021
I was fortunate to know Ed from his early days at VibeTech. His enthusiasm and professionalism made coming from warm FL to cold WI for Board meetings a significant bonus.
I am sorry for your loss but honored for the opportunity to know Ed.
Marian Gibbons, OP
December 16, 2021
My heart goes out to your family, Thank you for being such a wonderful friend. You will be remembered in a Sinsinawa Mound
Memorial.
Herb Weber
December 16, 2021
Joan and I extend our sincerest condolences to Chris and her family.
Dave & Sherry Beck
December 16, 2021
Chris & family,
Although 30+ years have passed since we worked together, Ed always remained in my mind as one of my best associates. In reading his obituary and tribute from Vibe Tech, it's obvious that he grew even more. We are praying for your family to find peace. Dave & Sherry Beck
Dennis Appleton & Jennifer Buxton
December 16, 2021
Our hearts are broken at this news. Maybe the true testament to Ed is that, although we only knew him for a relatively short time, we feel like we've lost a lifelong friend. The adjectives are endless: smart, funny, caring, talented, capable, the list goes on and on. We are fortunate beyond description for the privilege of having had Ed in our lives. Our time at the cabin will never be the same; our lives will never be the same. The entire world is lessened with this loss. All of our love to his entire family, who were as lucky as a family can be. Jennifer and Dennis
Carol S Klein
December 16, 2021
My sincere sympathy to you, Chris, and your family. I wasn't aware Ed was ill. What a great man! I remember doing Sister Act with both of you and having such fun. Keep your precious memories close.
KEVIN KEOUGH
December 16, 2021
So sorry for your loss. I remember seeing you recently and you telling me that Ed was experiencing health problems. Hope his last days were peaceful.
Rev. Kris Borns
December 15, 2021
Dear Chris, l am so sorry you are facing the separation from your precious partner. I know Ed was a man of great faith and we celebrate that he is now safe in the arms of Jesus. Praying for you and your family!
Maureen A Nesvacil
December 15, 2021
Chris, I'm so sorry to hear of your Husband's passing and I pray your many shared memories will be a blessing for you & your Family to give you comfort in the days to follow.
Linda Fickett
December 15, 2021
Dear Chris and Family,
I am heartbroken for all of you. Ed was an incredible man. Always a smile and kind word when he stopped to talk in my front yard. I also have good memories of watching our kids together in various events at South High. I will be thinking of you and praying for comfort for you. 🙏🙏🙏 Linda
Arlene C Boll
December 15, 2021
I am a high school classmate of Ed’s. (Eddie) He and I were friends and were often in the same activities: plays, band, sports….. Eddie always inspired me, esp with his intelligence, and musical skills -playing the baritone. We both went on to UW where we did get together on occasions. I was proud to know a member of the UW band!!! We chatted at class reunions as if time had not gone on. His death has shaken me. My sincerest sympathies. God bless you, your family, and all who loved Eddie.
Arlene “Pie” Hemauer Boll
Sala Sander
December 15, 2021
Thank you for your service to Rotary and your support of the WIoT Council. We will miss you.
Noelle Hamilton
December 15, 2021
Sarah, so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Ed's family is in my thoughts and prayers during this sad and difficult time.
Marianne Clark-DMI
December 15, 2021
Sarah, My heart goes out to you and your family. I know this is not an easy time and I wish for you many fond memories of your father to give you peace and help to ease your sorrow. May his soul rest in peace. My deepest sympathy.
Steve and Cindy Weina
December 15, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep your family in our prayers
Linda Schilling
December 15, 2021
Chris, I was so shocked to hear about Ed’s passing! My prayers are with you at this time. Sorry I’m not able to make it to the funeral.
Karl F Arps
December 15, 2021
Chris, I was so sorry to see the email from Kathy (Mathes) Willmes about our classmate Ed. He and I were best of friends throughout high school and roommates our first two years at UW. I was looking forward to coming to New Holstein next fall for our class reunion. I wish you and your family my condolences and all the best for the future.
And Sue, I know Jane would want me to also convey the same to you.
Goodbye Ed. I hope I see you again one of these days.
Gloria Morgan
December 15, 2021
Ed has made the world a brighter place and a legacy in each of you. He touched so many lives. He will be greatly missed.
Love to you, Chris, and your family,
Gloria
Tony mcgee
December 14, 2021
May you rest gracefully and may God comfort the family.
Ruth Gerstner
December 14, 2021
Dear Chris and family,
I am sorry for your loss. Keep sharing all the great memories you have together. There is never a time to stop so these memories will not be forgotten.
Vanessa Yohe
December 14, 2021
Dear Morgan Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Ed's passing. He was such a loving, compassionate person who always put his family first. I will cherish the memories of him, Chris, Kate and Sarah coming out to visit me the summer of 2016 in Boulder. May his memory be a blessing.
Love to all,
Vanessa
William and Judith Block
December 14, 2021
Dear Chris, Jennifer, Kate, and Sarah, Our family sends our heartfelt sympathy to all of you on the passing of Ed. May the God of all comfort be with you all. Prayers for family members traveling great distances for the funeral. We are so sorry !
William and Judy Block and Family
Betsy McNab
December 14, 2021
My thoughts are with all of you in this hard time. I wish I'd had the opportunity to know Ed better, but you only have to look at his family to know what a wonderful person he was. Wishing you all warm memories -- and comfort in each other.
Vicky Rhodes
December 14, 2021
Chris and family, We are so sorry about the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. Every time we ran into Ed he just exuded warmth and kindness. I never saw him without a smile! I know his life will be celebrated by many. Hugs to all of you!
Arlene Kiefer
December 14, 2021
Dear Chris and family,, My family sends our deepest sympathy in the loss of Ed. He was a great guy and we all have fond memories of him. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Jane Buhr
December 14, 2021
Dear Chris and family,
I was so terribly sorry to read about Ed this morning.Please know that we are thinking of you and your family at this sad time.Hold on to all the good memories you have made over the years.
Love Jane and Tom
