Mark Karl Morrow
The Morrow Family is deeply saddened by the unexpected passing of Mark Karl Morrow on September 2, 2021.
He was born in Stuttgart, Germany, July 20, 1964. At 4 years old he moved to the US with his mother, Ursula Morrow, attending Danbury schools and graduating from Canterbury School in 1982. Always curious and mechanically inclined, Mark was excited to disassemble and reassemble whatever he could. He received his first big project on his 14th birthday: a non-operational Austin Healy Sprite, which he spent several high school years making race-ready.
In college, his fascination with the mechanical world continued. He studied Aviation Management at the Florida Institute of Technology and received his pilot's license. Thereafter, he moved to Germany to work for Lufthansa. While living in Germany, he met his wife, Dunja Morrow, and they married two years later in Danbury (1989). Mark made his family a priority, and shared his love for aviation with his family, excitedly detailing everything about the trips he took. At 49 he returned to school to fulfill one of his lifelong goals to become a certified aircraft maintenance technician. After his certification, he began teaching part-time at the same school while flying professionally.
Mark was humorous, clever, and always shared his love of nature and flying with everyone and anyone. From his awe of the mountains to the small deer that passed through his backyard, his appreciation for life was boundless. Mark was a dedicated and loving father, husband, and son. He was known for his enthusiastic spirit and will be fondly remembered by so many for his helpfulness and his readiness to lend a hand at a moment's notice. He will be sorely missed.
Mark is survived by the Morrow family including his wife Dunja, mother Ursula, children Megan and Michael, siblings Scott (Kathy), Holly (Jim), Jessica, Lisa (Ken), Donna (Jim), as well as Martin Illenseher. There will be no public service. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to the Mark Karl Morrow Scholarship, which will support budding aviation enthusiasts as they learn the essential skills of aircraft maintenance at the school Mark studied and taught at. Contributions can be made in the form of a check to the school:
Bristol TEC
Attn: Mark Karl Morrow Scholarship
431 Minor Street
Bristol, CT 06010

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Published by Danbury News Times on Sep. 15, 2021.

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Pat Daubert

October 2, 2021

Dunja and family, I am so saddened to hear of Mark's death. My heart goes out to all of you and I wish you the best in this unbelievable time. I will always remember the good times and hard work we shared installing the alarm systems at Sonitol, working on his beloved Sprite in the garage and every other gadget he invented or made by hand. I remembering all the animals the both of you rescued when you were living in the cabin and cared for during all hours of the night for months, only to released back to woods. He was truly a good human man and example for us all to admire. His love for his German heritage, the list goes on! His love for his family is never ending, he will always be with you and the kids! God speed to you brother, love ya.
I'll end this with an old Irish Blessing. "May the road rise to meet you, May the wind be always at your back, May the Sun shine warm upon your face; the rain fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of his hand"

Anita Stohl

September 26, 2021

Deep sadness to hear of the loss of Mark. All my prayers and thoughts and love are with his family.

Martin Illenseher

September 24, 2021

Still unable to find the right words.
My dear brother, you left too early. We shared our passions between the continents.
You had the sky, I have the sea
The family will always love you and never forget you.
Miss you Bro...

Jeff, Elayne and Jacob Morse

September 20, 2021

We are so deeply saddened to hear of this tragic loss of Mark. Our deepest sympathy and our heartfelt prayers are with you.

The Rogers Family

September 20, 2021

We are heartbroken to learn of Mark's passing. We know your family from Boy Scout Troop 52, in which Mark was so active, and where Mike earned his Eagle Scout award. Please accept our sincere sympathy, and know that we stand by you at this difficult time.

With much love,

Rick, Patty and Chris Rogers

The Graney Greens

September 16, 2021

We remember Mark from the days when Mike was a provisional at Camp Sequassen with BSA Troop 10. Our family enjoyed the friendship that Mike & Ben developed at camp and we were so proud to attend Mike's Court of Honor, in which Mark was so involved, and to have your family present at Ben's. Mark was a wonderful dad. We could always feel the love in your family. We are in mourning with you, Dunja and Mike. Much love to you and Megan in these challenging days.

Ron & Katrina (Otto) Freier

September 16, 2021

Ron & Katrina (Otto) Freier

September 16, 2021

As friends and neighbors our hearts break with all of the Morrow family on the loss of Mark. May the memory of his jovial, kind nature comfort you during this very sad time. With peace and love