About Morrie Church
Lived 1922 – 1981 (aged 58). Morrie Church was a New Zealand rugby league player.
Maurice Walter "Morrie" Church (4 October 1922 – 4 January 1981) was a New Zealand rugby league coach who coached New Zealand.
Family Morrie was married to Joy Church (née Bracefield). They had six children Barry, Irene, David, Allan, Graham and Stephen.
Playing career Church coached Miramar in the Wellington Rugby League competition and in 1970 coached the New Zealand Kiwis for three matches.
In the 1979 New Year Honours, Church was awarded the Queen's Service Medal for community service. He died in Porirua on 4 January 1981.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Morrie Church?
New Zealand rugby league footballer and coach
When was Morrie Church born?
Morrie Church was born on 4 October 1922 in New Zealand.
When did Morrie Church die?
Morrie Church died on 4 January 1981.
What was Morrie Church's occupation?
Morrie Church was a rugby league player.
What nationality was Morrie Church?
Morrie Church was New Zealand.
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