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Kenton Morris Obituary

Kenton Morris, 61, of Batavia, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Sept. 11, 2008, doing what he loved, flying. Proud son of the late Chester "Boston Blackie" and Lily

Morris; beloved partner and fiance' of Lori Bennett; loving stepfather of Kira (Martin-Paul) Moneze, Elizabeth (Michael)

Christoffel, and Jillian Bennett; adored grandfather of Ryan and Maya Moneze and Jack Christoffel; caring brother of Brooks Morris and the late Cynthia Mirasa; fond uncle of Jeff and Gordon Morris and many other extended family members. He will be sadly missed by his loyal dog and best friend, Pete. He also leaves many friends to celebrate his life. Visitation Saturday, Sept. 20, 1 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Moss Family Funeral Home, 209 S. Batavia Ave. (Rt. 31) Batavia. A memorial service will immediately follow at 7 p.m. Interment will be private. Memorials to Corporate Angel Network, Westchester County Airport, 1 Loop Road, Whiteplanes, NY 10604 or Susan G. Komen For the Cure, 5005 LBJ Freeway, Suite 250, Dallas, TX 75244. For additional information contact 630-879-7900 or online at www.mossfuneral.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Sep. 14, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Kenton Morris

58 Entries

Debbie Welch

September 2, 2009

Well, my sweet friend,
It's been almost a year since we got the horrible news about you. I must say that it's not been an easy year for any of us that love you.

You would have been amazed and so touched by all of the many people who spoke so well of you at your memorial service. There was the mother of the little boy that you took on an "Angel Flight".You saved his life and boy was he cute and appreciative. There were people from your beloved WGN, your family and there was your friend Frank.

You made such a difference in so many people's lives and I was so proud to have been your friend for all of these years.

When I got up to give your eulogy, I still think that I thought that I was just giving a well deserved testimonial about my wonderful friend. I almost wanted to look out in the audience and see you and say, "See! look what you have done,how many people love you, how many lives you have touched and changed!!!" Sadly you weren't there to acknowledge the many kind things said about you.

Your absence has hit me so many times this year. Bob had open heart surgery and I know that it would have been you sitting beside me in the hospital holding my hand, the way you always have in the past. O'Bama won the Presidential election and I know that you would have been so amazed and proud of the younger generation that voted for him. Walter Cronkite, Ted Kennedy, Dominick Dunne and Michael Jackson died. You and I would have talked about this for hours; mourned the ones that were great and would have been perplexed about the ones for which much ado was made about nothing.

So much has happened this year and it is that that has made me miss you the most. How could you not be here to talk to me about all of these things? You had such stong opinions about everything and were never at a loss for words about anything. I valued our talks, even our arguments. They were just interesting. It is the silence from you that I miss the most.

Do you know that reality t.v. has gone beserk? That we had a financial meltdown and that the Government bailed out some of the wealthiest companies in the world? That some guy name Bernie Madoff pulled off the biggest scam of all time and fleeced some of the wealthiest and smartest people in the United States? And that Chicago has the highest sales tax in the United States? What do you think about that? What would you have to say about that?

Do you know that a pilot landed a plane on the Hudson River? You never would have stopped talking to me about that; about the skill that it took, about how lucky the people on that plane were and I could have told by listening to you that you wished that you could have been that pilot.

Kenton,I don't forget you and I won't forget you. The family that you left behind suffers so much for your loss.You put so much of yourself into all of us and we feel your absence every day.

You would be happy to know that the life that you wanted for your girls goes on; babies will be born and love will triumph in the end. Pete has a playmate. Christmas came and went, as did Easter and birthdays. They just would have been so much better if you had been here to see it all happen.

I have tried to be the friend that you would have wanted me to be but there is just no replacing you. The one amazing thing is that your friends who had never met have now become friends, united in our love of you.

I will hate September 11th always; not only because of what happened on that day to the city that we both loved so much but because it took away the person with whom I shared all of my childhood memories and my childhood; my son's godfather, my husband's best friend and the brother that I never had.

It's been almost a year Kenton and everytime I hear a small plane, I still look up in the sky. You are and always will be always on my mind and have a piece of my heart.......

Debbie

Sarah Berry

July 29, 2009

In doing research on Chester Morris and trying to find relatives I just saw the news that Kenton had passed. I am very saddened to read about this and am sending you my deepest sympathies. From what I've read Kenton was a very kind, loving man. I am researching his father and trying to contact his son Brooks Morris or any other relatives who could offer me any information. I am creating a website tribute for his father, Chester Morris that I would like to share with him.

Stephen Whalen

July 26, 2009

To all that love Kenton...
...Kenton & I were best friends in New York. We lived right around the corner from each other and went to Browning together. Sad to say I hadn't talked to him in in eons. He was a wonderful friend and a first class son. I cherished the time we got to spend together. I know he is with us, and we will meet across the bridge again.

Barrie Marchetta

July 8, 2009

Dear Lori and family.

I just learned of Kenton's passing
and offer my sincere condolences to you and your family. Although I spoke over the phone with Kenton around 18 years ago inquiring about some information concerning his father, I never had the priviledge of meeting him. I am a devoted fan of Chester Morris and based on all the wonderful tributes friends and relatives have commented on in this guest book, it was evident Kenton was a very very special person. His dad and mom Lillian
would be extremely proud of his contributions. In closing, if you wouldn't mind I would like to learn
when Kenton's mother Lillian passed.

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Jonathan Gates

May 28, 2009

Kenton and I were classmates at The Browning School in New York. We were in Spanish class when Paul Selver burst into the room and shouted, “President Kennedy has been shot!”

I enjoyed Kenton’s sense of humor. He put his jacket on backward, combed his over his forehead and postured as a Beatle. I think Headmaster Cook gave him a chewing out for breaking the dress code.

I thought to look him up the last time I was in Chicago, but you know how that goes. I was in and out of the city in less than one day.
Please know my sympathies go out to Kenton’s family. Please know my recollections of him are altogether favorable and filled with humor.
Sincerely
Jonathan Gates
Nunda NY

mary shirley

October 3, 2008

Dear Lori, Kira, Beth and Jill--

I'm sending you my deepest sympathies. It's hard to believe this has happened, but to think about Kenton, it's also pretty unbelievable what a great guy he was and the impact he had on so many people. I'm so happy that you all had him in your lives, and I'm truly sorry that you have to deal with his loss. Know that I love you all and you hold a special place in my heart.

My love and sympathy,
Mary

Mike Christoffel

September 30, 2008

9/20/08
When I decided that I was going to get up here and talk about Kenton it took me a long time to figure out what I should talk about. Every time I would start getting somewhere this same image kept jumping into my mind.
A 20lb perfectly cooked Christmas Prime Rib.
That’s right I said it. I will miss the man’s cooking. Kenton could cook any type of meat (my favorite food of course) and make it taste delicious. I would like to think it always amazed him how much I could eat but whatever he would make always tasted so good how could I stop.
Of course, Kenton had much more of an impact on my life than just my ever expanding waistline.
When I think about him and the role he has played in my life I am surprised to see how significant it is. I would like to thank my mom for helping me realize this. Kenton was a role model to me. He wasn’t my dad or some sports hero. Frankly, he wasn’t like anyone I had bothered to know in my life time. Kenton’s life background as he depicted it to me over the years was extremely unique.
Honestly, how many guys do you hang out with whose dad was a famous movie star?
Kenton has been around the world and had some amazing adventures. He was someone who could jump in his plane and just take off if he wanted to.
He could live his life anyway he wanted. And here he was with us. The people he loved. I never considered his devotion to us, his family. I always just took it for granted that Kenton would be there. Kenton helped me see that being there for your family is so much more than putting food on the table or making sure the bills are paid. He talked and listened. He laughed with us and supported us. He was patient and always tried to keep a level head about him. If any of us had a problem or needed something he would be there to offer his support or advice or love. And what is truly remarkable is you never once felt like Kenton was around because he felt like he had to do it. He wanted to do it. He wanted to be there to experience life with us and I truly believe he enjoyed every second of it.
Thank you, Kenton for always believing in me, for always believing in Beth’s and my relationship. Thank you for loving us and our son unconditionally. Thank you, Kenton for always being a steadying influence in a somewhat chaotic world. And most importantly, thank you for always being a guiding example of what “being there for the people you love” really means.
Your memory will live forever in my heart.

Beth Christoffel

September 30, 2008

Dear Kenton,
I don’t even know where to start. I wish you were here to help me write this. You were always so good with words and knew just what to say to make every situation okay. I’ll never forget the first day mom introduced us to you. It must have been pretty intimidating walking into a room with 3 teenage girls. We gave you a pretty hard time but you never gave upon us. Over the years we all grew to know you and have created so many memories I’ll never forget- the vacations we took, the four of us working out in your basement doing yoga, and visiting you year after year at the flower show. No matter how busy you were- you always took the time to eat lunch with us and always showed us off because you were so proud of us.
I always knew I could go to you for advice and that you would be there for me no matter when or where. I remember when I was a student at NIU and I had a really bad Kidney stone. You dropped what you were doing to pick me up and take me to the doctor. There I was getting sick in your white Lexus and you kept telling me it was going to be ok while you yourself were trying not to get sick. I remember telling you I loved you as you dropped me off. I think that is what I’ll miss the most-the unconditional love you showed me and anyone else lucky to be loved by you.
Other things I’ll miss. Making you laugh. Laughing at your jokes not because they were funny but because of how awful they were. You giving me a hard time for how much I love a good deal.
I know Mike will miss you too. Especially when there is a family party and he has no one to sneak away with to a basement to watch a sporting event of some sort. You’re not going to believe this; he is rooting for the Cubs this year.
One of the hardest things for me in all of this is how you will not be able to watch Jack grow. He always had eyes for you as mom said. But I know you will be there as he takes his first steps, goes off to school and makes his first tackle.
Don’t worry we will all take care of mom and Pete. All though we can’t replace the friendship, partnership and love you showed her we will make she continues to live the life that you guys had created for yourselves.
Kenton, I wish I could have told you one last time, I loved you but I know you will be with me always. You were a truly wonderful person and you have showed all of us what it means to have a love for life. I promise to continue to live life by the examples of selflessness you had set so that you continue to be proud of me and show me off up in heaven.
I love you-Beth

Brendan Sneegas

September 29, 2008

Dear Morris Family,

My name is Brendan Sneegas and I am the Outreach Director at Angel Flight Central. The vast majority of time I rely heavily on the eyes and ears of our great pilots and volunteers to “spread the word” about the mission of AFC to those in their communities. The job is difficult because 10 States is a very large region, and many community events, airshows, conferences, tradeshows and health fairs take place each and every week. Staffing these events takes time, organization and volunteers willing to say, “Yes”!

My reason for writing you is because of how much Kenton meant to me as a person and a staff member of Angel Flight Central. Kenton was one that seemed to always say “yes” when asked about representing AFC throughout his community. Kenton went well out of his way to make sure that the event was staffed and covered. He was such a dependable and hard-working volunteer.

We measure success at AFC in terms of “planting seeds.” By attending as many events and activities that Kenton did, he planted possibly hundreds of seeds that could grow in coming months and years to new pilots, volunteers, patrons and passengers. The new passengers who are introduced to AFC by the fruit of Kenton’s labor will be changed, healed, treated, comforted and maybe even saved. The new pilots who found us through posters and brochures that Kenton distributed will assist in securing the future of charitable aviation- while improving the direction of those in their own communities.

The incredible accomplishments of your loved-one cannot be measured with “pilot milestone awards” because he did so much more for this organization than fly missions. His work was silent to almost all- and he did it with love and grace.

I am so blessed to have had the pleasure of working with Kenton. The “Great Lakes Wing” of volunteers has a huge void to fill. We can assuredly find hope within the “fruit” of Kenton’s passion and rightfully credit future successes of the organization to him.

I join with you in the sincere sadness of Kenton’s loss. I consider myself so lucky to have had the opportunity to work closely with him, knowing full well that it is not too often that we are blessed by someone so giving and passionate. Not for the fame and fortune, but for the betterment of mankind.

Our thoughts are with you.

Kenton Welch

September 29, 2008

I think of Kenton often. He was one of my mothers best friends. She called him her savior....somebody she knew she could count on. Somebody who always seemed to know how to find her when she needed a friend. I believe my mom always wanted to have a friend named Kenton around.Thats why she gave me his name.Thankyou. I love all that my name stands for.

Kenton and Ryan always loved reading together

September 27, 2008

Holding granddaughter Maya- August 2006

September 27, 2008

James Welch

September 27, 2008

Kenton,
You are one of the greatest friends the Welch family has ever known. You are a part of the earliest memories from my childhood. Whatever the occasion, you were always there. You never forgot a birthday, an anniversary, or even a minor special occasion. Your passing has left us in a state of great sorrow. Nevertheless, I have nothing but great memories of you. In flight you found your calling, you followed your dreams. Go well my good friend. Fly on forever. That is how my family will always remember you. Forever. Fly high above us, loving us as much as we love you. I will miss you my dear friend. Farewell.

4th of July with his love Lori

September 27, 2008

With grandson Ryan the day Kenton got to be a race care driver

September 27, 2008

Thanksgiving 2005

September 27, 2008

Mary Murphy

September 27, 2008

Dear Lori, Family and Friends,

I met Kenton at some of the Welch's many celebrations. He was always a lot of fun. He advised my husband many years ago on how to get his pilot's license. He even offered to take him up in a plane. I don't think there was a day that I talked to Deb Welch that she did not bring up his name and the impact he had on her life. Hearing of Kenton's death has shocked and saddened us. I pray for your strength during this most difficult time.

Mary Murphy and Michael Andelbradt

Doug Brotherton

September 26, 2008

Although I have never met Kenton or his family you all have been in my thoughts and prayers for the past 2 weeks. I was the pilot in the airplane that landed at Arbor Vitae just minutes prior to Kenton's attempted landing. My wife and I and our 2 yr old foster girl were coming to visit our cottage for the weekend. After I landed Kenton closed my flight plane with Minneapolis center so he could be cleared for the approach, so I visited with him briefly. I too love flying, retired from an Engineering job, have a commercial license, and occasionally fly for Angel flight. We pilots will miss him, and I extend my sympathy to all his family and friends.

Christine Schmidt

September 26, 2008

Kenton and I were part of an "extended" family for over 55 years and my family and I are deeply saddened by his tragic and untimely death.
Kenton's mom, Lily, was my stepmother Joyce's sister. My dad married Joyce in the early 1950s - Joyce was a young widow with a sweet little son (Brad) who became my adoped brother and who was Kenton's biological cousin. Over the years we spent occasional holidays, Sunday afternoons, theatre outings, and dinners together. I remember how Uncle Chetty (Kenton's dad) used to mesmerize us children with his magic card tricks, and his funny impersonations. We'd stare for hours at his paintings of detailed street scenes! Watching him act in summer stock shows in New Jersey were my earliest theatre memories.

Kenton and Lily came to our wedding in 1982 and I am so happy that my family (husband George and sons Charlie and Robert) got to know Kenton, aunt Lily, and wonderful Lori during several holidays at our home, and during some New York City outings visiting Lily backstage at the Broadway theatre where she used to work.

Kenton had an undeniable jest for life. The joie de vivre that captivated friends and family was evidenced by his easy laughter, vibrant stories, cooking talents, warm embraces, and selflessness.

With and through Lori and her three daughters (and grandchildren), Kenton experienced the joys of parenthood. How he cherished these last 16 years - I am certain they were THE happiest in his life because of the mutuality of the love and the feelings of wholeness and completeness he found. Hearts and souls were nourished, without question!

George, Charlie, Robert and I send biggest hugs to Lori and prayers for healing to all who loved Kenton. We miss you and we love you.

Kenton and Jeff Morris in Natchez, MS

September 26, 2008

Emily Welch

September 25, 2008

Dear Lori and family,

In the three times I had met Kenton, he was so sweet and kind to me. Deb Welch is my aunt, and I know how much he meant to her. She has told me stories about the two of them in their earlier years, and every story ends up being about what a kind, caring person Kenton was. I am so sorry for your loss, and your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Allana Ward

September 25, 2008

Kenton brought joy, pride, and wonderful lasting memories our grateful hearts will treasure.
In loving remembrance of a special person and to a life well-lived.

Jillian (stepdaughter)

September 24, 2008

Dear Kenton,

For some reason this world took you suddenly from us, from me. So I am writing you this letter because there is so much that I would like and need to tell you. I keep searching for the profound words you might of used to tell all that I have to say. So I am going to try my hardest to express to you what you meant to me, which is so much.

I remember meeting you for the first time when I was ten. You walked into my mom’s house and I was sitting on the ottoman watching tv. I didn’t give you the time of day. I was too young to appreciate the fact that with you loving my mom, you had to accept the package of her three daughters. It didn’t take long before you welcomed us into your life. And shortly after the welcoming, you loved us with all that you had. I didn’t see it then, but it was the start to one of the most special relationships I will ever had. I can never thank you enough for taking that risk sixteen years ago.

I look back on all those times we have spent together and how much you have done for me. Although I may have occasionally thanked you, I wish I could have really told you just how much those times meant to me. You were one of my biggest fans in me playing sports, rarely missing a game. Every time I got lost or going to an unfamiliar place, you were my navigation. You were my financial advisor, and I know that makes you laugh, because more times than none, you would be my lack of finances advisor. You always made sure I was included for dinner when I visited, and if it was something I didn’t like, you made a special trip to the store for me. We would sometimes go flying together and I got to see you grin ear to ear and giggle like a little kid as you showed off the plane and tried to teach me the pilot lingo. I knew you flying high in the sky was your heaven on earth. Everytime I see a plane flying high in the sky, I will smile and think of you.

The biggest thing I will cherish is the special bond and connection you and I had. We would go for lunches or sit on the deck alone. You would let me talk, speak whatever was on my mind, and give me words of wisdom that many times gave me clarity. And if I cried, you would do your best to comfort me.

Kenton, you guided me through some of the hardest times in my life. You were strong for me when I couldn’t be. And in return, you let me be there for you when you needed a friend to talk to. I promise that although I cant talk to you face to face over lunches, when I need you, I will speak through my heart and, somehow, I know you will speak back.

I could never express my gratitude for you loving my mom with all that your heart and soul could give. You were, truly, her best friend and partner. You left her with so many happy memories that she will visit over and over again.

Words can’t express how thankful I am for letting me love you as a father figure in my life. You stepped up to the role beautifully and will always hold that position in my heart. And in return, thank you for loving me as if I was your own daughter.

I will never understand why you got taken from us, but one thing I do know, is that you have your official wings now.

I miss and love you always,

Jillian

Michael Stirber

September 24, 2008

Dear Lori and Family

I am sorry to hear of Kenton’s accident and passing. I did not know him but I knew of him. My mother Cynthia was his sister. She told me how much she loved her two brothers and how much she cared for them. Please know we are praying for you and hope you find peace in our Lord, Jesus Christ.

Mary O

September 22, 2008

I will forever miss the Angel I know as Kenton. I will always miss the honesty, the depth of compassion, the dry humor, the love that radiated within Kenton when he talked of Lori, the girls, the grandchildren and of course, his faithful dog. Kenton taught me so many things about how to live a life of integrity and honesty. There are no words to express the profound sadness that I feel in my heart since the moment I heard of his death.

Kenton, I know you are with me as I hear your encouraging words when I'm down, I hear your humor when I'm sad, I feel your comfort as I cry. You will always be an Angel to me as I know that you're watching over all of your family and friends from Heaven. I met Lori and your family at the funeral home and now I know why your love for them was always so strong as they are just as beautiful as you.

Lori, please feel my love and prayers for you and your family. If you ever want to get together for lunch, a walk or just to say hi on the phone, please call or email me as I would be honored to get to know you better. I will continue to keep all of you in my prayers.

With Love,

Mary Schneider

September 20, 2008

Kenton was my son's first and best Angel flight pilot. During our time with him, on a clear blue leg to Ohio, he spoke of his love for his family, a hundred dollar hamburger and how it was important to give back to the community. Our family will always remember his kindness and inspiration during a very difficult time. The Schneider Family extends our most heartfelt sympathy to Kenton's family and dear friends in their time of sorrow.

Lori Stickle

September 20, 2008

Kenton was a gift and blessing to us all that knew him and all the lives he has touched. I am Kenton and Lori's hairstylist for many years. He always had me laughing every time I saw him with that keen and witty sense of humor. He adored and loved Lori deeply. I'll never forget the time when he had an appointment with me and he knew Lori was coming in later that day and left an "I love you" note for her to have when she came in. He also talked about the grandchildren and how much he enjoyed them. I was impressed at how much time he spent with them. He loved Lori and his family. I know he will be missed greatly. He leaves us with a great example of how to live our lives.

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you Lori, Kira, Beth, Jillian, and grandchildren. Please take comfort with wonderful memories and joyful times as you celebrate his life.

Debbie Welch

September 19, 2008

How do we even conceive of a world without Kenton in it when he was such a large part of ours? We will never stop missing him. Lori, Kira, Beth, Jill and Pete thank you for completing his life. He loved you all so much. With just total sadness, Bob, Debbie, KC (Kenton) and Jamey Welch

Bau Graves

September 19, 2008

The Old Town School of Folk Music extends sympathy to the family and friends of Kenton Morris. He is key figure in the history of the Old Town School. His leadership and support as a Board President of the Old Town School of Folk Music was crucial to the School’s revival in the 1980s. We are deeply sorry to learn of his tragic death.

Tash U

September 19, 2008

I have a gaping hole in my heart and type this with tears running down my face. I first met Kenton when I was in one of my life's deepest valleys. He helped me through that time by sharing his experience, strength and hope. I was fortunate enough to have a hundred dollar burger with him in the middle of a pleasure flight one sunny weekend day, and on aniother occassion take in a Cubs game. I have lost a friend and a mentor, and feel blessed that our paths crossed. My prayers go out to his family and friends.

Ruth C. Greenthal

September 19, 2008

To Lori, Kira, Beth, Jillian and Pete:

I knew Kenton in the context of a unique relationship that enriched both of our lives. He was warm, good, conscientious, smart, receptive, reliable, dedicated, and generous. He was honest, humble, responsible and empathic over the 13 years that I knew him; in short, a wonderful human being. I always felt honored that he trusted me.

He loved all five of you tremendously, and he will live on in your memories. I will always remember him and how much he adored all of you. I know he felt enormously loved by all of you, too. I know you will miss him, and I will too.

The only solace is that he died doing two things that he loved to do, help and fly.

Connie Trapp

September 18, 2008

Dear family and friends of Kenton
My son and I were the first ones at the accident site, and would like to express our sincere sympathy. Reading the messages that all of Kenton's friends have written has given us peace in knowing that Kenton was a wonderful man, and gave his heart to all others in need. A great example of all of us to live by.

Our family has started a memorial at the accident sight. Our children have painted rocks in Kenton, Jon and Curt's honor.

Please accept our deepest sympathy

The Trapp family

Brian, Connie, Drew, Brina and Camryn

Georgette Litchfield

September 17, 2008

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you,Lori and your family. I met you and Kenton in Same Day Surgery. I
was honored to have Kenton become
one of our most loved volunteers. He
told me that he was so impressed with the care received that he just wanted to give something back. That
is the kind of person he was! I (we)
will sorely miss his wonderful personality and the huge service he
provided. He could never say enough
wonderful things about you,Lori and his family. Please remember, he is flying high in the sky doing what he
loved and those precious memories can never leave. With my deepest
sympathy, Georgette, R.N. Same Day Surgery

Sue Markgraf

September 17, 2008

What a kind, gentle soul. I will forever remember Kenton tooling around the Navy Pier show floor in a big CAT-type machine and doing stand-up interviews in display gardens during what other people would think of as the middle of the night. Kenton didn't smile often but when he did you knew he meant it. When it was directed at you, it was all the more special.

Patrick Kinas

September 17, 2008

I was extremely saddened to hear the news of Kenton's death. When I met Kenton, I was just a simple intern at Tribune Radio Networks in 1991, but he was always incredibly generous with his time he availed to me, and treated me as a vital part of the Tribune family. He certainly helped in shaping my career.

My deepest sympathies to Kenton's fiance and children.

Martin Amsler

September 16, 2008

I also met Kenton during my time at Tribune Radio Networks. They were the people who taught me how to thrive with a career in the media.

Please accept my deepest condolences.

Kenton Morris outside Festival Hall in the fall of 2003.

September 16, 2008

Mady Miller

September 16, 2008

I was incredibly saddened upon learning of Kenton's death. I worked with him years ago with the great group from the Tribune Radio Networks/WGN Radio. Kenton was so wonderful to work with and for! He used to tease me about wearing a fur coat and I would tease him right back about wearing leather shoes. Working with Kenton, Lyle Dean, and Jack Rosenberg was one of the highlights of my life. There were a lot of good times and countless laughs. My prayers are with his family. Kenton--you were the best and I hope to see you one day in heaven. Much love to you.

Tom Maloney

September 16, 2008

I knew Kenton for many years and I am sad to have lost him. He was gut level honest about himself and helped many people by his sharing and listening.

Chuck Swirsky

September 16, 2008

I would like to express my deep sadness and grief as I mourn the loss of Kenton Morris. Kenton was extremely gracious, supportive and kind to me as an employee at WGN Radio. He was always professional and always willing to help and assist others.
My thoughts and prayers to the family.
Thank you.
Chuck Swirsky

Michael Gulley

September 15, 2008

My deepest condolences go to the Morris/Bennett Family....
I was lucky enough to meet Kenton at the airport this summer. He was a great guy and I was so happy to see his face light up when he finished the Cirrus training. I recently had the pleasure of reporting traffic while he flew "shadow" for WBBM and always loved to hear he was on the schedule. Kenton was an amazing person and I have no doubts he has touched many lives and has bettered the lives of the many who were lucky enough to meet him.
I am sorry for your and everyones loss.

Lyn / Marietta The Wild Rose

September 15, 2008

To Lori and family, We were shocked and then deeply saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Kenton. We find this unbelievable. He loved to come in our shop and pick flowers for you.
May your memories give you comfort.
With Our Deepest Sympathy,

Don

September 15, 2008

Kenton was one of a small group of guys who meet each spring for a week of fishing. We all knew that somehow we would manage to get him in the kitchen. Wow, could he cook! Ironically, we never had fish which speaks of his, and our, lack of skill with a pole. We touched our lives in deeply enriching and meaningful ways. His insight and ability to share that insight made an indelible impression on me. I am honored to have known him and miss him already. My sympathy to those of us he left behind.

A Friend

September 15, 2008

The world has lost another one of the great ones and left a big gaping hole instead. Kenton will be missed the world over, from Africa to Japan, he has touched the lives of so many with his kindness, gentleness, humour and heart. May his soul rest in eternal peace and may his family's hearts be warmed by the memories left by one of the greatest, and our deepest prayers and sympathies at this time of great loss.

Anne Maxfield

September 15, 2008

Kenton was the best! He was always there to lend an ear or advice when needed. He always had a great story and a kind word...AND tickets to the fabulous Flower and Garden show he worked so hard to put together every year. I'm shocked he is gone. My prayers to all of his family. It was a pleasure working with him for over 12 years at WGN. Anne Maxfield

Shawn Zurawski

September 15, 2008

I, too, worked with Kenton at the Flower and Garden Show. He was a wonderful, fair man with a big personality and like other have said, a heart of gold. He was kind enough to help out friends of ours in a time of need. My heartfelt condolences to his family and many, many friends. He will be missed.

Megan Bueschel

September 15, 2008

I worked with Kenton during my days with Tribune Broadcasting. Over the years we promoted the Flower & Garden Show; an Air Show in DuPage County and worked on the short-lived Ross Perot syndicated radio program. Kenton always had something new to throw in the mix and it was fun to work with him. He will be missed and I'm terribly sad to hear of his passing.

Tracy Beling (Kent)

September 14, 2008

I worked with Kenton on the Chicago Flower & Garden Show. I also worked with him when he and Mike Hardy started KMH Productions. He worked so hard to make the Show wonderful and unique year after year, and I learned so much while working with him. He was always so kind and thoughtful, as well. He shared many funny stories and made the job a lot of fun. He will be missed.

Linda Gross-Kavaliauskas

September 14, 2008

I worked with Kenton from 2002-2005 on the Chicago Flower & Garden Shows. What a great person he was – he deeply cared for people, he was always willing to lend a hand, and was always so kind. He is an inspiration to all of us. He will be deeply missed.

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

cherie morris

September 14, 2008

Kenton was a funny, loveable man whose life has made a difference in this world. Though he has flown west much too early, he will be remembered fondly by me and many others.

Marge Siegal

September 14, 2008

I knew Kenton in another lifetime..during his first marriage. There was not ONE person who didn't like and respect this man. I am deeply saddened by his passing. My prayers go out to his "new family."

Ray Haase

September 14, 2008

I met Kenton in the 60s when we both served on the Lamda Chi alumni board. His passing is a shock; he was one of the good guys.

Frank and Debbie Higgins

September 14, 2008

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Dave McCormick

September 14, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Morris/Bennett Family... Kenton was a brilliant man with a heart the size of a lion... he will always be remembered for his kind and giving ways... from the entire McCormick family...

Chris Cokinos

September 14, 2008

A wonderful man who volunteered in Same Day Surgery at Delnor. He was kind to staff and patients and would do anything to help us. I will miss his gentle manner and know he will be missed by friends who loved him.

Jennifer Brennan

September 14, 2008

To the Morris family and friends;
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Kenton's passing. I had the honor and fun of working with him promoting the horticultural aspects of the Chicago Flower and Garden Show on Ch7 Morning News. His enthusiasm and energy were contagious. I send my deepest sympathy and condolences to all his loved ones. I can only imagine the loss that is felt of such a dynamic person. You have my thoughts and prayers.
Respectfully,
Jennifer Brennan

Betty Check

September 14, 2008

I met Ken at lunchtime in Chicago's Loop and enjoyed his love, honesty, humor, generosity and enthusiasm for his job and avocations.

Please accept my deepest sympathy for your sudden loss.

Betty Check

Rebecca Cullen

September 14, 2008

Our condolences in your loss of Kenton. We met him year after year while he ran the Flower and Garden Show. What a magnificent event to help us all dream of spring! Our sympathies. Rebecca Cullen; Harvey and Nicholas Hong

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