Obituary: Lisa Ann Morrill, 59, of Ludington

Lisa Morrill

Lisa Ann Morrill, 59, of Ludington, died on Sunday, July 13, 2025.

In Loving Memory of a Remarkable Woman

Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Nurse, and Warrior

With hearts full of sorrow and eyes filled with tears, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, a woman who defied every odd, challenged every obstacle, and lived a life marked by extraordinary resilience, unwavering love, and deep compassion. She passed peacefully, surrounded by the love she spent her life giving to so many.

Diagnosed with stage 5 lung cancer in 2018, she stared down a mountain that would’ve crushed many, and instead, she climbed it. Not once, but over and over. Her story was one of incredible strength: three craniotomies, countless rounds of chemotherapy and radiation, endless doctor visits, and moments of both doubt and triumph. Yet never once did she lose her spirit. She fought with every breath, every heartbeat, tooth and nail until the very end—because that’s who she was. A fighter. A trailblazer. A force of nature.

She was the pillar of our family—our compass, our glue, our unwavering foundation. She blazed trails not just through her battle with cancer, but in every chapter of her life. Her adventurous heart found joy on the open road, traveling all over in her motorhome with her husband of almost 40 years by her side. Their bond was timeless—strengthened by laughter, and enduring through every twist and turn of life’s journey. Together they built a life of memories, miles, and miracles.

She dedicated her life to caring for others. As the director of nursing at our local hospital, she led with strength, compassion, and a commitment to excellence that touched both patients and peers alike. She gave almost 40 years to the hospital, starting as a candy striper to becoming the DON, loving every minute of it. Later in life, she continued to give of herself through her work with the District 10 Health Department, never backing down from the call to serve, to heal, to lead.

But beyond her professional accomplishments, her greatest joy came from her family. She was a proud and devoted mother to her only son, who turned 30 this past June—a milestone she celebrated with immeasurable pride. He was her world, and she was his. Their bond was sacred. They talked every single day, never missing a moment to connect, support, or simply share a laugh. She was his number one fan, his ride-or-die, his anchor in every storm.

Her role as “Grandma” was one she wore like a crown. Her grandson Aiden, just 2 years old, brought new light into her life. His giggles and cuddles were healing to her soul, and he, in return, was showered in unconditional love. But her granddaughter, Adalynn—her little girl—was her heart walking outside her body. From the moment Adalynn was born, their bond was inseparable. Theirs was a relationship woven with love, mischief, deep affection, and a shared sparkle only they understood. Adalynn was her “number one” for years, and that special place in her heart remained unshaken even as her family grew. That connection will never be replaced, never be forgotten.

She touched the lives of everyone she met—with her bold spirit, and her infectious determination to live life on her terms. She never lost sight of what made her happy—and she pursued it fiercely. She reminded all of us, every day, to laugh louder, love harder, and keep going, no matter the pain.

Now, in her absence, we feel the weight of her loss like a heavy fog. A huge hole has been left in all of us—one we’re struggling to navigate, to understand, to accept. But we know what she would want. She’d want us to get up, to keep moving, to push forward even when we don’t know how. Because that’s what she did. That’s what she taught us.

She was more than Momma Morrill, She was a best friend, a confidante, a warrior, a caregiver, and an unshakeable light in all of our lives. She showed us how to fight with grace, how to love without limits, and how to live fully—right up to the very last breath.

We will miss her deeply, forever, and in every way.

But we will carry her legacy with us—on the road, in our homes, in our hearts, and in everything we do.

She is survived by her husband, Steven; her beloved son Jon and daughter-in-law Jenna, and her cherished grandchildren, Adalynn and Aiden. She also leaves behind her loving sister, Sue Luskin, as well as many other friends and family. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Loretta Tipton, her half-brother Stephen Rostek, and her half-sister Debbi Tipton.

Rest in peace. You were everything to us.

And always will be.

Arrangements were entrusted to Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, formerly Oak Grove Funeral Home of Ludington, www.GraceCremations.com.