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MORRIS CHESTON Obituary
The board of directors and staff of the Garden Conservancy mourn the loss of our former Vice President of the Board - a legal expert, avid horticulturist, philanthropist, civic leader, and dear friend. His commitment to community service extended from health and cultural organizations in Philadelphia to state and national organizations. Morris was co-leader of our endowment campaign, host of garden-study tours and Open Days at his homes in Pennsylvania and Maine, and wise and witty counselor for many of our programs. We send our deepest condolences to Cynthia and all of his family and friends.
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Carol DiRienzi
July 12, 2016
It has taken me a while to write this because I am still heartbroken by the loss of Morris, who I have worked for as his assistant for over 34 years. The relationship that Morris and I had over the years was not your basic attorney/secretary relationship because I also had day to day contacts with Morris' entire family, who I considered my "extended" family all these years. It is very sad for me to know that I will never be able to see him or talk with him again - - we had some crazy conversations over the years. I still find myself thinking, "I have to tell Morris about this...." Morris was a fantastic attorney, knowledgeable in his field and in so many other areas, and was respected by all. Morris and I had a great run and I will forever miss him. Hopefully soon, but not TOO soon, we will see each other again and have another great talk!
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