PORTSMOUTH- RET. COL. Roger A. Morris, 95, passed away January 9, 2019. He was born on October 22, 1923 to the late Bernie O. and Edna M. Adair Morris. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Joe O. Morris. Roger retired from the U.S. Marine Corps after 28 years of service. He obtained his PhD and logged over 50,000 flight hours as both a Marine and a private aviation instructor. He is survived by his loving wife of 73 years, Martha J. Morris; daughters, Pamela J. Runnels and Marsha C. Morris; grandchildren, Brett Runnels (Stephanie) and Katie Martin; and five great grandchildren. Per Rogers wishes he will be interred at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Roger’s honor to the Alzheimer’s Association or the charity of your choice.
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Cemetery Details
Location
1 Memorial Drive
Ft. Myer, VA 22211
Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel
Bennetts Creek Chapel
Sturtevant Event Center