Donald E. Morsman

Donald E. Morsman, of Santa Fe, New Mexico, passed away after a brief illness on October 12th, 2013. Don was born in 1937 in Dallas, Texas, the son of Helen Snow Morsman and Herman Fales Morsman. Don attended Southern Methodist University, where he was a member of Kappa Sigma fraternity, receiving a B.S. in Civil Engineering in 1961. He settled with his young family in Kansas City, where he joined List & Clark Construction Company, becoming Vice President. He was also President of subsidiary, Central Plains Construction Company. After 35 years of service with the company, he and his wife, Linda, retired to Santa Fe, New Mexico. Passionate about the city’s rich history, Don was an active volunteer in the Santa Fe community, sharing his love with others through historic walking tours. His commitments extended to the Palace of the Governors, the New Mexico History Museum, and the Church of the Holy Faith. Don also held long-standing roles including President of the Water Board at Las Campanas Community. In addition to spending time with his family, Don loved piloting a small plane, gardening, international travel and reading about history.

Don was a gentle, caring and loving husband, father and grandfather, adoring his two children, Kelley and Michael, and his four grandchildren: Kelsey, Taylor, Noel, and Gemma. A man of integrity, Don was unfailingly supportive and devoted to his family and friends.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Linda; his daughter, Kelley, of Arlington, VA; his son, Michael, and daughter in-law, Do-Hee, of Ann Arbor, MI; his brother, George, and wife, Patricia, of Louisville, KY; his sister, Madeline, of Dallas, TX; his grandchildren: Kelsey, Taylor, Noel, and Gemma; and several nieces and nephews.

A celebration of Don’s life will be held on Saturday, October 26th at 11am; A Mass of the Resurrection at the Church of the Holy Faith, 311 East Palace Ave., Santa Fe, New Mexico. A reception will follow in Palen Hall. If desired, memorials may be made to the Church of the Holy Faith, Santa Fe, New Mexico and the New Mexico History Museum.

The family wishes to express their heartfelt appreciation for the thoughts and prayers shared during this difficult time.