Bill Morrow Obituary

BILL MORROW, 60, died suddenly Sunday, June 25th. He was born on September 10, 1945 in Klamath Falls, Oregon, and predeceased by his mother, Margaret, and father, William. He is survived by his loving wife, Beverly of Scottsdale, his brother Steve (Sandra), niece and nephew Lindsey and Sam Morrow, Houston, Texas, and niece Amanda Lockhart of Austin, Texas. He is also survived by Beverly's children, Richard Waller (Carol), Stacey Thompson (Mark), Lance Parrish and Craig Parrish. Bill graduated from Texas Christian University and went on to serve in Viet Nam! in 68-69 flying helicopters, where he was awarded the Navy's Distinguished Flying Cross. He became a member of the wonderful Southwest Airlines Family as a pilot in 1982, retiring as Captain this past September. Bill was unbelievably generous to those who needed help, a fiercely loyal friend, a loving and warm husband, and gave generously of his time and talent to the Southwest Airlines Pilot's Association. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. A celebration of Bill's life will be held on Saturday, July 1, 2006, 2-5 p.m. at McCormick Ranch Golf Club, 7505 McCormick Parkway in Scottsdale, Arizona. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Bill's memory to the Southwest Airlines Employee Catastrophic Assistance Charity, HDQ 1CA, P.O. Box 36111, Dallas, TX 75235 or Ronald McDonald House of Phoenix, 501 East Roanoke, Phoenix, AZ 85004.

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Published by Houston Chronicle from Jun. 29 to Jun. 30, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Bill Morrow

14 Entries

Anne Peace (nee Gottlieb)

July 7, 2006

As a very young man Bill taught me all there is to know about warmth and support. He was always great-hearted. The world will be a dimmer, smaller place without him. I join his family and close friends in mourning his untimely loss.

Darryl A Daoang

July 6, 2006

Bill....you will be missed and remembered by many !!

My memories of you......just the heart filled conversations on layovers, in jetways and chats of union business.

You have a HEART OF GOLD !

Behave yourself !! =)

Retha Reeves

July 4, 2006

To Bill's family - a number of us who were Bill's good friends at Waltrip HS join all those who met him later in sending you our deepest sympathy. Bill was fun, kind, witty, smart and - always - a good friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you move through this awful loss.

Lynda Swanson

July 3, 2006

Bill was a friend to me in our school days and I remember him very fondly..his bear hugs and his huge smile...I am so sorry and shocked to hear of his death. He was always a little bit bigger than life and will be long-remembered.

Lynda Swanson (nee Laird)

Don Fisher

July 1, 2006

Bill was such a wonderful influence on me as a young man, and aviator, he will be missed. Bev, my thoughts are with you.

Nancy Potts

June 30, 2006

There are so many memories...but they all make me smile. Bill was a gentleman, first and foremost. He was a true professional, and a good friend. I hope Bill's family knows that his SWA family shares in your loss and sadness, but we are grateful for the chance to have shared him with you.

Jan & Lynn Winn

June 30, 2006

I cannot imagine the pain you are feeling this morning. Bill was my best friend and brother throughout school. I knew that Margaret had moved to Arizona but had lost contact through the years. Please accept my condolences. Would you also give my email to Sam? This is a loss that will be felt by many, but especially you.

Mi'Chele Clement

June 30, 2006

My dear "lunch bunch" friend....I cannot express how sorrowful I am. You are such a kind and generous person and I know you will miss Bill terribly. Come home to Dallas soon.

TERRY WOODWORTH

June 30, 2006

WHAT A GREAT GUY BILL WAS...I HAVE WORKED FOR SOUTHWEST FOR OVER 22 YEARS AND ONE OF THE THINGS I MISS IS INTERACTING WITH MY CREWMEMBER FRIENDS OF WHICH BILL WAS ONE. I SAW A GREAT DEAL OF HIM WHEN I WAS IN NASHVILLE MOSTLY AND WE ALWAYS SHARED A STORY OR LAUGH. BILL HELPED ME OUT MANY TIMES IN THE PERFORMANCE OF MY OPERATIONS AGENT RESPONSIBILITIES AND WAS ALWAYS FIRST TO OFFER TO LEND A HAND WHEN ANYONE WAS IN NEED. HIS SUDDEN LOSS IS HARD TO COMPREHEND. HE WAS A TRUE PROFESSIONAL AND ALL AROUND GREAT GUY AND I ASSURE YOU HE WILL BE MISSED BY HIS SOUTHWEST FAMILY ALONG WITH THOSE OF YOU WHO LOVED HIM AND THIS SORROWFUL FRIEND.

Michelle Swanson-Lefler

June 29, 2006

Bill is one of the nicest Pilots I have ever flown with. May those near and dear to him find comfort.

Donna Stevens

June 29, 2006

Beverly, I'm so sorry. Jeannine just called and told me. I have wonderful memories of you and Bill dating and the gorgeous salmon colored roses he used to send you! You've always handled life's bumps with such grace and dignity. I pray God will continue to hold you close at this sad, sad time.

Love and a hug,

Donna

Paul Zbojniewicz

June 29, 2006

I will dearly miss you my friend. We had many great times together and you were the big brother I wished I had. Your love of life and people is and will remain unmatched. I still find it hard to believe you are gone. Just last week we were watching the boys swim at your pool. You were so full of life and energy. The stories of your travels have taught me so much about enjoying our lives while we can. Christopher, Spencer and Pierce will be in Paris with us for the final "push back" of their Uncle Bill. Until then, rest. Au revoir mon ami.

Sharon and Jack Grammar

June 29, 2006

Greetings to you Dear Beverly . . . We can't begin to comprehend your loss. . . but we want you to know your "Bill" was bigger than life . . so loyal, so giving, so much fun to be around. . . and yes, because of some things he said to me, I know we will see Bill again in heaven. . Mom, must be enjoying him again . . We love you Bev and want to be here for you after all the folks go home and the nights are long and lonely. . . We will miss Bill greatly. . . Love, Sharon for Jack and Sharon

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