Mrs. Violet Morris
It was with the deepest regret that we learned of the death on March 28th, 1957, of Mrs. Violet Morris at the age of 57.
Violet Morris (née Oliver) was born on the 15th April, 1899, and was a resident of Oldham all her life. She was a student at the Oldham Secondary School, now Greenhill Grammar School. Later she proceeded to Manchester University where she graduated with a B.A. degree in 1924, her main studies being English and History.
Her first appointment was at Derker Central School, and when the school ceased as such she was transferred to Waterloo Central School. After a period as Senior Mistress there, she went to Hollins Secondary Modern School until 1947 when she joined the staff of West Oldham High School in Ward Street, to take English, History and Music. In 1951 the school was transferred to its present building and became known as Greenhill Grammar School; thus Mrs. Violet Morris became a teacher in the building where formerly she had been a student, a position she held until her retirement.
Mrs. Morris was taken seriously ill in May, 1955, and spent several weeks in hospital during which time she had two serious operations. She showed great fortitude and lived for the time when she could return to school to carry out her duties which she did with indomitable courage for a short time. Ultimately she was compelled to retire in July, 1956, owing to a gradual deterioration in her health.
A keen musician, her love of music was of great value to the school. In addition to being a gifted pianist, she was organist at King Street Baptist Church. She had a wide circle of friends and was very highly respected.
As a teacher she was sympathetic and kindly, giving encouragement to her pupils always. Mrs. Morris will be remembered as a worthy member of the staff who has faithfully served the school and the Borough of Oldham.