Walter Edward Morris

1921 - 2017

Walter Edward Morris obituary, 1921-2017, Fairfax, VA

BORN

1921

DIED

2017

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Fairfax, Virginia

Walter Morris Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 19, 2017.

Walter E. Morris, 95, died peacefully at Inova Fairfax Hospital on May 18, 2017 surrounded by his children after a short illness. After finishing two years of college, Walt served in the Army Air Corps during WWII as a B-24 pilot flying 14 combat missions as part of the 453rd Bomber Group. Subsequently, he completed his undergraduate degree, earned a graduate degree, worked for the AAA for 15 years and taught in Fairfax County Public Schools as an Industrial Arts teacher for 20 years. Walt was active in the community, serving in the Mended Hearts Organization providing hope and support to heart disease patients, driving a “Cue” bus for Fairfax City and a long-time member of the “morning coffee club” at the Fairfax Senior Center. He is survived by his children, Jeff Morris and Daughter-in-Law Cecilia Hoppenjans, Jim Morris, Susan Gresham and Son-in-Law Bobby H, Gresham Jr., and Brian Morris; grandchildren, Ashley, Greg, Sarah, Taylor, Allison, and four great grandchildren. A memorial celebration of his life will be held on May 25, 2017 at 11 a.m. at the Fairfax United Methodist Church, 10300 Stratford Ave., Fairfax City, 22030 with interment at Fairfax City Cemetery, 10567 Main St., at 12:45pm. Online condolences may be made at www.demainefairfaxfuneralhome.com

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September 24, 2017

Cathy Clare

Dear family,
My wholehearted condolences to you all. While I didn't know Walter my mother did. In the summer of 1947 they
briefly dated and I have several photo's of him that I would like to send to the family. Of him in his new Uniform, in his bomber jacket and 2 in front of his parents home. If you would like these please email me at [email protected] . Again I am very sorry for your loss. Cathy Clare

May 27, 2017

Jeanette Parham

Dear family of Walt Morris,
Please accept my condolences as you grieve the passing of Walt. I taught with him at Robinson Secondary for years. He was my son's favorite teacher. Walt was always so very congenial to all who knew him. After I retired in 1995, my husband and I would see him at the VFW Post yard sales.
May God grant you His peace and comfort.
Much love in Christ,
Jeanette Parham Robinson Secondary Retired Teacher of Mathematics... [email protected] 703-323-5990

May 24, 2017

Walt - u will be missed by all especially the Fairfax United Methodist Church WWII Veterans. Thank u for giving me opportunity to record for posterity your WWII story in the WWII Veterans Tribute Book sponsored by our Church. Blessings, Ed McMeans

May 22, 2017

John L. Grannis

Walt, you will be missed for many reasons. I remember fond times when we shared FEA and NEA conferences and Industrial Arts conferences and special events. My memories of you with your camera recording images and emotion of the events. Walt,you were there when I married my 2nd wife.

You have left a deep void in my life. We were there to open Robinson High School together. We Shared so much in a profession and as a friend. I still enjoy your WWII stories that you told your classes and appreciate the support you gave me at the Springfield Mall State Industrial Arts Conference and student competition events.

Thank-you for sharing your life with me. Your special spirit will be remembered within me for as long as I live.

Rest in Peace, You have truly made a difference.

John and Helen Grannis

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