John Christopher Morris

Little Silver - John Christopher (Jack) Morris, 89, Little Silver, NJ, passed away peacefully

Thursday, April 18, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of the late Clare (White) Morris. Jack was born in Jersey City, NJ to John C. Morris and Margaret (Martin) Morris. He had one brother, the late William C. Morris and one sister, the late Helen Morris. Jack was a 1951 graduate of Manhattan College in Riverdale, New York. While in college he joined the New Jersey National Guard in which he honorably served 10 years.

He married his college sweet heart, Clare. They were married for 62 years, setting an incredible example of love, faith, and devotion for their family. Together they were dedicated members of Holy Cross Parish, Rumson, NJ.

In 1956 Jack founded John C. Morris Associates, a consulting engineering firm, specializing in the design of mechanical and electrical systems. He was very proud to have eventually partnered with his oldest son and youngest daughter in the business.

Jack was past president of the Monmouth Beach Bath and Tennis Club, (NJ) and the Moorings Club, Vero Beach, Florida. He was also a past member of Navesink Country Club (NJ).

With great enthusiasm, Jack taught his children how to play games, read, sail, play tennis and golf, throw a football, play basketball and ski. His greatest gift to his children was that he was a true example of family unity, strength of character, and honor. He did not have to teach his children his faith, they learned by his incredible example. He loved his sons-in-law and daughters-in-law as his own.

He was predeceased by his daughter, Patricia Morris Sharkey and his son-in-law, Bob Mattone. He is survived by his sons & daughters and their wives and husbands: Chris (Pam Richdale)Morris; Peggy (David) McGill; Andy (Maribeth Hackett) Morris; Liz (Henry) O'Hern; Bob and Kate Sharkey; Jeanne (John) Fried; Paul (Sally Ann Nidds) Morris; Sarah Morris (Michael) Schutsky; Barbara Mattone; Clare (Chris) Broderick; Richard (Jenna Holthusen) Morris.

Jack was the ultimate "Pops" to his 24 grandchildren, one step grandson, 6 grandchildren-in-law, and 3 soon-to-be grandchildren-in-law. He showered this third generation with as much love and care as he gave their parents. He felt very blessed to meet and enjoy his 9 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews all of whom he treasured.

A Mass of Christian burial will take place Monday, April 22, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Cross Church, Rumson, NJ, with private interment to follow at a later date at St. Catharine's Mausoleum and Cemetery in Sea Girt.

Condolences may be placed on Jack's memorial website page by visiting www.johnedayfuneralhome.com

The family respectfully requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Jack's memory to De La Salle Hall, 810 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, NJ.

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Published by Asbury Park Press from Apr. 20 to Apr. 21, 2019.

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Joseph Pritchard

January 18, 2024

I worked for Mr. Morris for seven years he was always fair and treated me with respect. RIP Mr. Morris

Kathy and Jim Porter

April 26, 2019

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Nancy Fette

April 23, 2019

Jack and Clare shared much at The Moorings Club and Holy Cross Church in Vero Beach with my late husband, Larry Fette, and me. Working with Jack at the Moorings on the decorating committee following the restoration of our clubhouse in 2004-2006 was so exciting to rebuild our community home. I also have beautiful memories of Jack as Eucharistic Minister in the overflow Mass at the Church Hall in VB with Clare adoringly watching him share Jesus with all. Larry was an usher and it seemed to be a lovely close special gathering. I can still feel precious those moments.

fjohn reinke (mc1968)

April 21, 2019

The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any mans death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.

April 20, 2019

Jack Morris was a true gentleman to all he met. Heaven is lucky to have him. We will all miss him. With Love, Rita & Michael Seaman

John and Robin DAllessio

April 20, 2019

To Clare, Chris and the entire Morris family. It is with a heavy heart and extreme sadness that we learned of Jack's passing. Knowing and working with him for over 30 years, it's hard to accept that he is gone. He was truly a great person, family man, and a true professional, both in the business world and especially as a friend and confidant. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and our sincere and deepest sympathy to all. His memories will live on and the lord will truly bless him for the life he led.
We will cherish the memories forever.

Trisha

April 20, 2019

Sorry for your loss, my condolences to the family and friends of John may you find great comfort in God's promise found in John 6:40

Marguerite Siegel

April 20, 2019

Liz and all the Morris family, you have my deepest sympathy at this sad time.

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