Mary J. Morse, age 66, of Grand Rapids, MN, passed away surrounded by family on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at her home.

Mary was born in 1959 to Orrie "Dean" and Marlyce "Dolly" Morlan in International Falls, MN. She graduated from high school in International Falls, MN in 1977. On April 14, 1984, Mary was united in marriage to Terry Morse in Tower, MN.  While living in Tower, MN, Mary was involved with her kids' activities which included being a cub scout leader and soccer coach and she made many lifelong friends from her time spent there. In 1997, Mary and Terry moved to Grand Rapids, MN.  Mary was employed as the secretary at Rowe Funeral Home for 20 years before retiring in 2019.  Mary's motto always seemed to be "Choose Joy".  She had a kind generous gentle spirit which was present in all aspects of her life whether it was spending time with family and friends or helping a grieving family while working at the funeral home.  She loved all animals including dogs, cats, and wild birds.  Mary was a talented cook who was known for making special recipes from her soup making drawer, tacos, baking cookies with the kids, and making people happy at parties she would host.  Mary enjoyed spending time around a campfire and fishing trips to LacSuel, Canada with her husband, Terry, and fishing with her grandkids.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her son, Andy Morse; and three siblings, Beth "Buffy" Woolridge, Lenora Loney, and Randy Morlan.

Mary is survived by her husband, Terry; her sons, Lucas (Megan Bartell) Morse of Cohasset, MN and Zachary (Kara) Morse of Grand Rapids, MN; two sisters, Sandy (Mark) Gorrill of Embarrass, MN, and Georgia Shaff of Eveleth, MN; seven grandchildren, Mariah, Drake, Lexi, Tenley, Maisey, Ricky, and Jace; one great grandchild, Bryley; and many nieces and nephews.

A gathering of family and friends to celebrate Mary's Life will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Loyal Order of Moose Club, Grand Rapids, MN.