Morris, Bruce Wallen

Bruce Wallen Morris

March 4, 1947 – August 13, 2006

Bruce W. Morris, age 59, a longtime resident of Rye Brook, NY, died peacefully at home surrounded by his family and friends on August 13, 2006. Bruce endured many orthopedic surgeries in the last several years but lost his most recent battle with cancer.

Bruce was born on March 4, 1947, in Stamford, CT, to the late Andrew and Ragna Wallen Morris. He joined the Seabees shortly thereafter and served with them in the Vietnam War at Khe Sanh during the 77-day siege in 1968. His awards include Combat Action Ribbon, Presidential Unit Citation, Navy Unit Citation, National defense medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Champaign Medal, Vietnamese Gallantry Cross Meritorious Unit Citation, Vietnamese Civil Actions Medal Meritorious Unit Citation.

He was a former employee of Westmore Fuel, Inc. where he worked as a mechanic. He belonged to many organizations, including the Byram Shore Boat Club, American Legion Post 93, Byram Veterans Association and Vietnam Veterans Association. Bruce was an avid golfer, fisherman, boater and hunter. He enjoyed attending classic car shows. Bruce loved dogs and had fond memories of his dogs Barney, Franklin and Tiffany, who passed before him. Bruce enjoyed hosting super bowl parties, card games and holiday barbecues for family and friends, and despite being ill, insisted that the 4th of July barbecue go on as planned at his home. Bruce touched the lives of many with his unselfish manner. He was always ready to lend a helping hand to someone in need. His friends and family will never forget his friendly smile, happy eyes and gregarious laughter. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Joann Sabia Morris, brothers Andrew and wife Susan of Wisconsin, David and wife Darlene of Rhode Island, sisters, Christine Sadonis of Florida, Elizabeth Morris of Rhode Island and sister-in-law Sandra Lotter and husband Phil of Greenwich, CT. Also survived by aunt Helen and Uncle Howie Iello of Stamford, CT, several nieces, nephews, and cousins, and many, many dear friends. Bruce graduated from Stamford Catholic High School, Stamford, CT.