William (Pappy) Lorrison Jr, 83, North Manchester, was born July 1, 1935, to Lena (Wright) and William Lorrison Sr. and passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2019.

He leaves behind two daughters: Penny Simmons and Robin (Rod) Emmons; significant other, Kay Lorrison; and surviving sisters, Joyce Norrick and Shannon Tate.

He was preceded in death by five siblings: Bob Lorrison, Aretta Pierce, Glady Evans, Betty Vantlin, and Peggy Hemry. 

He will be fondly remembered by family and friends as a loving father, avid fisherman, crafty carpenter, humorist, proud patriot and US Army veteran.

He was a lifetime member of the American Legion. A memorial will be planned at a later time. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your local animal shelter as he enjoyed all of the love and joy that pets bring into our lives. 

Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, 4356 N. SR 15, Warsaw is in charge of arrangements.