Obituaries
Morris Walter Rylee, 85
September 20, 1934 - July 14, 2020
Morris Walter Rylee, 85, of Millersville, passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family, on Tuesday, July 14, 2020. Born in Ridley, PA, he was the son of the late Morris and Edith Marie (Lanious) Rylee. Morris was the beloved husband of Barbara Jean (Weston) Rylee, and together they celebrated 65 years of marriage.
Morris was a 1954 graduate of Penn Manor High School, where he excelled as a soccer player, being named as the Captain of his team and winning the Lancaster County Ray Link Soccer Award. He continued to play soccer during his military career and also in college. As a member of the US Army, Morris honorably served his country from 1956 to 1959, and traveled overseas to Germany. Upon his discharge, he attended Millersville University, and later became the owner and operator of Rylee’s Drive-In Restaurant, which was a family business for many years. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting and fishing in Potter County. He had a special place in his heart for his dogs, having had several golden retrievers over the years.
In addition to his wife, Morris is survived by his daughter, Deborah Rylee Haugen and her husband James of Lancaster, and his son, Craig Lee Rylee and his companion Connie Reid of Washington Boro. Also surviving is his granddaughter, Mindy Jo Phillips; and two brothers, John George Rylee, husband of Carol Ann of Alabama, and William Chester Rylee, husband of Pat of Nevada.
The family wishes to express their appreciation to the staff of Hospice & Community Care for the exceptional care provided to Morris and the family over the past several weeks.
Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Morris’ final resting place will be at Conestoga Memorial Park, Lancaster. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his name may be offered to the Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue, 60 Verz Cruz Road, Reinholds, PA 17569.
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July 29, 2020
Barb and family. So sorry to read that Morris passed away. I haven’t seen you because of Covid 19 and Mart being closed. I did not know he was ill . My condolences to all
Gail Shiffler Smith
July 20, 2020
Dear Barbie, Very surprise to hear and see Morris had gone home to glory. We had some great times and therefore some great memories of you and Morris at Manheim Township school. We will continue to pray for you and the family. May you find comfort in God’s Holy word. Jude 19-20. Norman & Kathy Bailey.
July 16, 2020
Sorry for you loss or thoughts are with you in this difficult time. Rose and Gary Amato
July 16, 2020
Dear Barbie,
No one can say they know what you are going through right now. We hope there is comfort in knowing others share your sadness and care about you so much. Our thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow and in the days ahead, may you find some small comfort in your many happy memories, as I have many with you and Morris. In love and friendship, Elaine & Rich
July 16, 2020
Craig and Family, sorry for your loss. Your dad was a very special person I would see him many mornings walking his dog in our neighborhood. He would always stop and talk, again sorry for your loss.
Pat Reinhart
July 16, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Prayers to Craig and Connie as well as Deb and the entire Rylee family. Take care and see you guys soon.
Mike Glasser
July 16, 2020
So sorry for your loss Barb! I was so surprised to see his obituary. Morris was a very kind and considerate person. He always had a special way of making you laugh or seeing the bright side of situations! Take care of yourself, I pray that you will feel God’s comfort and realize you are surrounded by his love and your family.
Anita Lewis
July 15, 2020
I just saw this. My heart goes out to the family, especially my sister in law Deb Tyler Haugen. He will be missed.
Virginia Dugan
July 15, 2020
Sorry for your loss Fathers are special in many ways. Take care
Sherlyn
