Keith Leslie Morrissey

Keith L. Morrissey went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 13, 2024.

Keith was born March 31, 1948 in Perth Australia.  At the age of 17 he joined the Australian Navy and was part of the elite force, the Special Landing Party (SLP). During his time with the Navy, Keith fought in the Vietnam War. After his time with the Navy, in 1970, Keith went to Bible college in Perth, AU, where he met his wife and lifelong partner, Pamela D. Morrissey, who passed away in 2017.  After Bible college, Keith and Pam moved to Pam’s hometown of Caldwell, Idaho, where they had their first child, Alexis, in 1975. Keith then served a term of service with the US Airforce and was stationed in Las Vegas, NV, where they had their two other children, Adam (1977), and Amanda (1980). In 1982 Keith achieved his Masters in Psychology. While in Las Vegas he was a therapist and professor of psychology at the community college. Keith was heavily involved in both homeless and prison ministries, and also served as a chaplain for the Las Vegas Police Department.

In 2001 Keith and Pam settled in Lincoln, NE, to be closer to their grandchildren. While in Lincoln, Keith continued to work as a therapist.  Keith continued to actively work with the local homeless community and prison ministries in Lincoln, and also served as Elder at F Street Neighborhood Church. During their time in Lincoln, Keith and Pam were foster parents to several children in transition.

Keith was an abundantly generous person. Throughout his life he continuously took people under his wing as a mentor and father figure, changing countless lives for the better. Keith was loved by many, and the impact of his legacy will continue for many generations to come.

Keith is survived by his 3 children, Alexis Heller (Mike Heller), Adam Morrissey (Jillian Johnsrud), and Amanda White; grandchildren,  Taylor and William Heller, Asher, Robert, Neveah, Isabella, and Gideon Morrissey, and Ava and Brodie White; Siblings, Joyce, Neolene, Graeme, Ian, Ron, and Helen; Sister-in-law, Trudy Creamer, and many nieces and nephews.

Keith was preceded in death by his wife, Pamela Morrissey; grandson, Micah Morrissey; and parents, Clyde and Jessie Morrissey.

A Celebration of Life will be held on March 23, 2024 at 2:00 pm at F Street Neighborhood Church; 1302 F St, Lincoln, NE 68508.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to F Street Neighborhood Church.

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