Christopher R. Morey
Christopher R. Morey
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Born in New Rochelle, N.Y., he was a son of Russell G. Morey and Carol G. Johnson.
Christopher was employed at Electric Boat in Groton for 30 years, most recently as a principal engineer. He also worked for many years in marine construction on Long lsland, N.Y. Christopher attended S.U.N.Y., Stonybrook where he earned a bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering. He enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1969 and served our country in the Vietnam War, where he earned a Purple Heart, a National Defense Service Medal, a Vietnam Service Medal, and a Combat Action Ribbon.
He really enjoyed writing and published a book, "Right as Reignin 2004." Christopher was a music trivia buff and enjoyed old horror movies. He was a New York sports and Stonington High School football fan. He appreciated nature and the outdoors and took good care of his back yard birds. He will be sadly missed by family and friends.
In addition to his wife and parents, Christopher is survived by his children, Rebecca S. Foster and her partner, Gilbert Main, Melissa J. Latawiec and her husband, Thomas, Russell R. Morey and his partner, Taryn Faulk, and Douglas C. Morey, all of Pawcatuck; nine grandchildren, all of Pawcatuck; five siblings, Margo J. Moore and her husband, Gary, of Greenport, N.Y., Tim Morey and his wife, Noami, of East Marion, N.Y., Peter Morey and his wife, Peggy, of Easton, Md., Andrew Morey and his wife, Susan, of Malfa, Va., and Matthew Morey of San Francisco, Calif.; and many nieces and nephews.
Visiting hours are omitted. A funeral service with full military honors will be held at 12 p.m. on Friday in Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.
For online condolences, go to www.gaffneydolanfuneralhome.com
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Diane Oates
May 18, 2011
Dear Becky, I just today found out about Chris's passing. I am so sorry to hear this. Chris was in my class in Greenport and he was a great classmate. He will always be remembered as a great athlete. One thing I will always remember about Chris is he tolerates cold weather very well. I remember it being quite cold and Chris was walking around in short sleeves! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers and I send my condolences. When I read Chris's book I wrote hime a note and he wrote me back. It was great to hear from him. He loved his family in a big way. Sincerely, Diane (Ship) Oates
Betsy Hays Gatti
May 17, 2011
Dear Becky, we just found out about Chris's passing and want you to know we're thinking of you at this sad time. I was so fond of Chris although we hadn't spent much time together since we were children and our grandmothers were pushing us in strollers together. With love and prayers, Betsy (Hays) and John Gatti
Karen Finno
May 15, 2011
Becky. You don't know me. Chris was a very good friend to my brother Bruce. He acted as a color guard at his funeral. I am so sorry for your loss. He was a fine person and I will remember him always as a sweet, kind person. He helped us thru a very difficult time in our lives.
Michelle Terrien
May 15, 2011
Becky, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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jennifer oneill
May 5, 2011
Dear Becky, you don't know me but I knew Chris. I'm Larry Lipkin's daughter Jennifer O'Neill. I'm so sorry for your loss, the world is now short two phenomenal engineers and grandfathers. Maybe someday we could talk.God bless.
Walter Peterson
May 5, 2011
Growing up (in East Marion, NY) Chris was a leader I looked up to. I remember him coming across the street to get Margo whom my mother was watching. Bare foot and in shorts with snow on the ground. I am Praying for your loss.
Alice Currier
May 5, 2011
I met Chris when he rode my S.E.A.T bus to work every day. Will miss his humor. Glad I got a copy of his book. I will miss him dearly.
Alice
May 5, 2011
Back when I was a columnist at The Day, I often received emailed comments from Chris. We didn't always agree, but he was consistently thoughtful, eloquent, informed, witty, and honest about all our human shortcomings. I learned from him, and extend my sincere sympathy to his family. - Bethe Dufresne, Old Mystic
Dori Lagana
May 5, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers!!!!
May 4, 2011
I had the privilege of being part of the Morey family for 3 yrs. I will never forget sitting around and listening to Chris's stories! He was a wonderful father, grandfather and husband! Becky, Suzy, Missy, Russ, Doug and the rest of the family, my thoughts and prayers are with you! Much love to the family and I am thinking of you guys.
Kristen
Kathie Lincoln
May 4, 2011
My heartfelt condolences on your loss. I had the privelege to work with Chris on a project here at EB a number of years back. I will miss his easy-going manner, his wisdom, and his quick wit.
Suz
May 4, 2011
I love you daddy.
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