- Date Of Birth: October 22, 1934
- Date Of Death: October 12, 2022
- State: Colorado
Wayne Leroy Morris of Lakewood, Colorado passed away on October 12, 2022. A Denver, Colorado native, he was born to Helen and Lee Morris on October 22, 1934.
Wayne was a proud member of the United States Navy, serving from 1953-1957. Afterwards he worked for Continental Airlines, retiring after 25 years. Following that retirement, he worked 10 years for the Colorado Historical Museum.
Wayne loved to volunteer! His volunteering included the Arvada Senior Center, The Lakewood Culture Center, the Jefferson County Food Bank, the Paramount Theater, and his Continental Airlines retirement organization (ARECA). Wayne belonged to and participated with the American Legion and the Arvada Lions Club. He loved to stay active with long walks and took joy in swimming as often as he could. Wayne was a fan of the Colorado Rockies, he enjoyed attending games or cheering them on, on the tv.
Wayne is preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Eddie Morris, Gene Morris, Kenneth Morris, his sister Lillian King, daughter Debra Morris, and the mother of his four children, Louise Morris. He is survived by his beloved wife Betty Morris, brother Bob Morris (Laura), sister Norma Patrick, sisters-in-law Dee Morris and Sharon Morris, sons David Morris (Diane), Bob Morris (Marci), Matthew Morris, five grandchildren, and numerous nieces, a nephew and many dear friends.
