John Bryan Morris

John Bryan Morris

John Morris Obituary

Published by Vancouver Sun and/or The Province on Dec. 4, 2017.
John Bryan Morris June 1, 1931 - November 29, 2017 Cognizant of his surroundings right to the end, Bryan passed away on the evening of Wednesday, November 29 at St. Michael's Centre Hospice in Burnaby, B.C. with his children Allan, Linda (Desilets) and Karen (Holmes) by his side. He was predeceased by his wife of 51 years, Astrid (nee Gustavson). Born in Winnipeg in 1931, he moved with Astrid to Coquitlam following their marriage in 1955. He spent 30 years working for B.C.Tel before retiring in 1986. Grandchildren Justin, Marc, Peter, Paul, John, Kate, Daniel and Rachel, and all who knew him, will sorely miss his sense of humour, kindness and compassion. Memorial Service to be held Tuesday, December 5 at 2:00 pm at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1504 Sprice Ave, Coquitlam, B.C. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you donate to a deserving charity of your choice.

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