Grace was born in Glasgow to father Alex Armstrong and mother Elizabeth (Bess) Jamieson. Grace was their second child and joined her older brother Forbes. Grace was later followed by Brother Dick, Sister Irene and her wee brother Bobby. she was an attentive sister who helped her mum care for all the family. Home was a very important place to Grace. Grace grew up and spent all her life in Glasgow. she was a shy child who always classed herself as a bit of a dumb clux during her school years however she had a lively spirit which was her signature throughout her life. She lived for her family, helping out her mum with all the household duties in particular learning to cook and bake from a young age. Grace spent many happy years playing with her brothers and sister at Netherton Swing Park where her talent lay in playing peever always beating her older brothers and little sister much to their disappointment. During her teenage years Grace gained employment as an usherette at the La Scala cinema in Sauchiehall Street Glasgow. Grace would often tell the story of the American soldiers who would bring her in stockings and perfume however she was well warned by her father to avoid American soldiers and the ‘teddy boys’ like the plague so grace had to go without those stockings and instead she would use tea flakes to give her legs a tanned glow! After a year or so of doing her usherette Grace was then given the opportunity to work in MacElhose beside her beloved wee sister Irene to train as a book binder, Grace bound thousands of books during her time and became an expert in her field. Grace was blessed with natural good looks including her film star waves and her blond hair; you can imagine Grace was never short of admirers. Grace recalled a time in her life while she was strolling near George square out shopping with her girlfriend, she recalled someone whistling behind her she turned around and it was her first glimpse of the man she would fall in love with and marry. After a year of courting, Grace married her sweetheart Andrew Morris on the 15th October 1948. Andrew was the love of her life. Grace and Andy’s first child, Irene, was born in 1959, followed by little sister Jill in 1963 and last but not least in 1969 Grace and Andrews final miracle Wendy. Although Grace continued to work she was dedicated to her children. She managed to “do it all” she was there to take the pain away if they hurt, to dry their tears when they cried and to laugh and dance with them in times of happiness. Grace lived for her girls. Graces third job was at the Western Club close to Buchanan Street. She trained for years with her aunt Nan and her sister in law Essie to become a silver service waitress. During her time with the Western Club she served many important people including his Royal Highness Prince Philip. She always like to remind people of this, it was her claim to fame!!! Grace had a love for people and a real zest for life especially when hosting parties at their home in 222 Bearsden Road. Many a great night was spent singing and dancing with friends and family – Grace was also a fantastic baker. You were transported to another world when tasting any of Graces creations, indeed a taste of Grace! Because of her talents in baking, she was often asked by many family members, friends and colleagues to help them out when they were throwing their own wee Do’s. Who can forget the many signature dishes of Graces including her chocolate balls, strawberry cake, homemade soup and potato salad? From her days as a child in Glasgow, Grace carried with her a love of the seaside and the many family days out which were spent in Largs, Helensburgh and Saltcoats, a real family day out. Not long before Graces death she still enjoyed being taken out for her Saturday jaunts to the seaside or to Dobbie’s garden centre to buy some treats followed by a wee cup of tea and a cake. As you are all aware she had a very sweet tooth….. After 31 years of marriage, Grace Husband Andrew sadly passed away, this had a massive impact on Grace but for the sake of her own girls and her Brother Dick’s kids she knew she had a reason to carry on and carry on she did. After Andy’s death Grace had to face life as a single parent. It was a struggle during this time where she had no choice other than to carry 3 jobs in order to keep her home going. The job which was closest to her heart was at the High School of Glasgow. Grace originally started as a cleaner but quickly worked her way up to become supervisor. Grace loved her time in the High School where she developed some very special relationships with colleagues and in particular with Mr Mair and the then Rector her beloved Mr Easton. Grace often told her family that she felt the High School of Glasgow brought life to her although it could be argued that in fact Grace Morris brought life to them. Graces popularity was such that she was given the nickname ‘aunty’. Much to her disappointment she had to retire at the age of 71. With her children now out on their own and her now being in retirement, Grace had more time for herself and was able to focus on activities such as listening to her favourite music, attending her local social club with her sister in law Essie, having meals with family around the kitchen table and challenging her much loved daughter in law Rhona to the big Daily Record Crossword every Saturday….. Grace had a talent for crosswords much to Rhona’s disappointment!! Grace also had 4 other loves in her life her amazing grandchildren Aimee, Andrew Josh and Craig whom she was so proud of. In 2011 Grace attended the wedding of her Grandson Andrew to Leanne this was the last day the family would all be together for the exception of Josh who is currently in New Zealand however Josh was with the family in spirit to celebrate with everyone and what a celebration it was, and through all her grandchildren Graces legacy will continue to live on. Throughout Graces years on this planet she also had her fair share of travel. She went to some amazing places including America, Australia, Portugal and Spain. She was a nervous traveller however found confidence when others were by her side. Wendy told me of a trip to Australia with her mum and Aimee which to this day still makes them laugh. Grace brought havoc to the flight by getting locked in the toilet, It took 6 people including flight attendants to talk her through releasing the lock on the door, other passengers didn’t have a clue what was happening and assumed the plane was coming down. You can only imagine the chaos much to Wendy and Aimee’s complete embarrassment….however it was a great family story to tell and still is. Unfortunately Grace was diagnosed with vascular dementia in 2004. Despite her 3 daughters and her daughter in law Rhona attempting to care for Grace in her beloved home at Bearsden Road it became apparent she needed more support from professionals. Grace was introduced to her new home Care of Waverly Quayside in Yoker. It took a couple of months for Grace to settle in however with lots of love and reassurance Grace became familiar to her surroundings where she appreciated the staff team who did a marvellous job in supporting her, in particular sister in charge Ketty, keyworker Caroline and Care Assistants Cathy and Sandra. It is important to recognise family who supported Grace throughout the years and also latterly including her son in law Gordon, her brother in law Jo, sister in law Essie and sister in Law Anne, not to mention all the ‘Armstrong and Jamieson kids (now adults) whom she loved as her own’ Irene Jill and Wendy remember their mother as beautiful both inside and out and in their words “our mum was always positive and loving, she taught us how to be a strong intelligent woman and we can always look at a life situation and think – this is how she would do it.”