Roy Morgan

Roy Morgan obituary, Parker, CO

Roy Morgan

Roy Morgan Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Parker Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. on Apr. 8, 2024.

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Roy Lee Morgan September 16, 1935 to April 4, 2024 "Oh, I have slipped the surely bonds of Earth " Early on the morning of April 4th, Roy Morgan, with his beloved wife at his side, passed away. He was a proud Colorado Native, born September 16, 1935 in Monte Vista located in the high mountain valley of San Luis. He was an enthusiastic student of life, a graduate of Metropolitan State University, the Founder of Air Methods Corporation, recognized as a Living Legend in Aviation, an Inductee to the Colorado Aviation Hall of Fame and a recipient of many other awards for his contributions to aviation. He is survived by his wife, Dian Horton, his daughter, Debi and his son, Roger, and their families. Roy was an idea guy. He was always trying to make things better, safer, and more effective. He loved helping others learn, improve and succeed. In 1980 his ideas and his caring came to fruition when he founded Air Methods Corporation. He believed having a trained medical team with access to excellent equipment, on site, and during transport, would save lives. He knew a well equipped, fast helicopter, with excellent pilots could deliver that. Today his idea has grown into one of the largest air medical transportation systems in the world with more than 100,000 transports a year. Besides being a successful entrepreneur, Roy was an excellent flight instructor with countless successful pilots to his credit. He was a skilled photographer and an all around handyman. His family and friends will remember him as a man who did things in the biggest way - from showing his love, to his never ending optimism, to his eagerness to help. He got the best out of people, but never expected more than he was willing to give of himself. We will miss him so much. Date and location of Memorial to be announced soon. Please check back at this site.
Memorial for Roy Morgan
Saturday, May 4th, 2024
Guests welcome at 12:00
Service begins at 12:30
Parker PACE Center
20000 Pikes Peak Avenue
Parker, Colorado 80138
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May 5, 2024

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Leroy Jackson

May 5, 2024

I remember meeting him in the hospital in Grand Junction, Co at the start of the Air Life program. He was so proud of the work they were doing and the program. Several months later I was hired by him to first fly in Grand Junction and a year later start the program in Greeley. Later I moved to the offices in Englewood and watched the company until Roy´s vision transform into the driving force in the medical world it has become. Roy you were such a visionary and so many lives have been saved because of that vision,

Jack Matthews

May 4, 2024

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May 4, 2024

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May 4, 2024

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May 4, 2024

Jack Matthews

May 4, 2024

A Life of Service Honored

Today, a formation of six helicopters assembled from Centennial Airport to pay tribute to Roy Morgan, whose celebration of life was held in Parker, Colorado. The aerial salute, including a medical evacuation helicopter, was a powerful display honoring someone who clearly had a profound impact on the aviation community.

As I witnessed the meticulously coordinated preflight preparations and the helicopters flying in solemn formation, it was evident that Roy Morgan was an extraordinary individual deserving of such reverence.

The presence of the air ambulance helicopter underscored his connection to the life-saving efforts of aeromedical personnel, professionals renowned for their courage and dedication.

While I did not know Roy Morgan personally, the sheer scale of this aerial tribute spoke volumes about the meaningful life he led and the indelible mark he left on those around him. Watching the helicopters gracefully arc across the sky, I was struck by the visibility of his legacy, a reminder that true character endures long after someone is gone.

Roy Morgan has departed this earth, but his spirit will carry on through the actions of all those he inspired to lives of service. May this celebrated aviator rest in eternal peace, his memory buoyed by the profound respect displayed today. My wife Angelique and I pray for his wife and the family to find peace.

Jack Matthews

May 4, 2024

A Life of Service Honored
Today, a formation of six helicopters assembled from Centennial Airport to pay tribute to Roy Morgan, whose celebration of life was held in Parker, Colorado. The aerial salute, including a medical evacuation helicopter, was a powerful display honoring someone who clearly had a profound impact on the aviation community.
As I witnessed the meticulously coordinated preflight preparations and the helicopters flying in solemn formation, it was evident that Roy Morgan was an extraordinary individual deserving of such reverence.
The presence of the air ambulance helicopter underscored his connection to the life-saving efforts of aeromedical personnel, professionals renowned for their courage and dedication. Pilots of all helicopters may have even been trained by Mr. Morgan.
While I did not know Roy Morgan personally, the sheer scale of this aerial tribute spoke volumes about the meaningful life he led and the indelible mark he left on those around him. Watching the helicopters gracefully arc across the sky, I was struck by the visibility of his legacy, a reminder that true character endures long after someone is gone.
Roy Morgan has departed this earth, but his spirit will carry on through the actions of all those he inspired to lives of service. May this celebrated aviator rest in eternal peace, his memory buoyed by the profound respect displayed today. My wife Angelique and I pray for his wife and family that they will have the peace of God upon them.

Mike Silva

April 30, 2024

Mike Silva
Roy, a true aviator and gentleman.

Debi Manning

April 11, 2024

Dad´s Memorial will be held at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Avenue in Parker, Colorado. Guests welcome at noon. Service will begin at 12:30.

Justin and Elise

April 11, 2024

Roy was an amazing neighbor. Even in his late 70's, building a fence together, he worked every bit as hard as I did (a few decades his junior). We shared a "do it yourself" mentality. With such humility, and his gentle, affable nature, it took a while for us to realize what a giant he was in the industry. Condolences to Debi and the rest of the family. Your dad was an absolute amazing human being.

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