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David Morris Obituary
83, passed away suddenly on June 8, 2013.
David was born December 31, 1929, in Inverness, Scotland to Bessie and Lewis Morris. David's father was known as "Harris Tweed King", owning several boutiques throughout Scotland. His father was the inventor of the prototype for the modern day ATM machine. His mother lovingly raised six children, David, Eric (of blessed memory) Ivor, Kenneth, Raymond and Doris (of blessed memory).
David was privately schooled in Switzerland and Scotland and proudly joined the Royal Air Force.
David came to the United States in 1949 and met his beautiful bride, Renee. The two of them built a home in San Bruno and lovingly raised their two children, Kevin and Karen. As a family, they went on multiple world adventures, traveling to the Philippines to dine with the President and traveling throughout all of Europe and East Asia.
David's infectious charisma and unlimited energy lead him to multiple high profile positions in San Francisco. David owned several furniture companies and was a well known and widely consulted Fine Art Appraiser. He was a Coronel in the National Guard, a Commander in the San Francisco Sheriff's Air Squadron, a member of the San Francisco Coast Guard Auxiliary, a member of the Pacific Masonic Lodge and the Chairman of the San Francisco Press Club.
David had a true passion for flying. He was a private pilot for over 58 years. After successful quadruple heart bypass surgery, David petitioned the FAA and was granted approval to fly his private aircraft from San Francisco to Scotland. David had logged over 10,000 air miles, and enjoyed spending each Sunday with his son Kevin, exploring the skies of the Bay Area together.
Last November, David was recognized by SFO's private aviation division as being the oldest tenant at Signature Flight Support, an award not given to any other individual in the nation.
David's vibrancy earned him friends throughout the globe. It would not be uncommon for him to fly on a moment's notice to have dinner with friends in Asia or fly to Scotland to have lunch with dear friends. He always had a great joke to share. His generosity for those he loved had no limits.
David is survived by his wife Renee, his son Kevin (Brenley), his daughter Karen (David), and his grandchildren whom he loved deeply, Nicole, Jordan, Ashley and Joshua.
Services will be held on Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at 11:00am at Peninsula Temple Sholom, 1655 Sebastian Drive, Burlingame, CA 94010, followed by a gravesite services at Salem Cemetery, 1711 El Camino Real, Colma 94014.
Donations may be made in honor of David's dear friend, Dr. Martin Brotman, to the "Wishes for Wellness Fund" at California Pacific Medical Center Foundation, 2015 Steiner Street, San Francisco, CA 94115.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Morris
Janet Gallagher
June 30, 2013
Dear Kevin and family, I am so sorry to here about your dad. He was always such a pleasure. He will be sorely missed here at Signature. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
June 28, 2013
Dear Renee, Ellnor just told me the sad news of Scoty passing away, my thoughts are with you and your family. He was such a friendly man and I enjoyed my short stay in San Francesco with you both. - Blanche Antonisen, Sydney, Australia.
barry johnson
June 26, 2013
We are so very sorry to hear this. A man of charismatic charm, warm and gruff at the same time. One couldn't help but be drawn to him. Blessings to you all. Barry, carol, josh and Abby.
Tonya Ruby
June 17, 2013
Dear Karen and family; our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
June 16, 2013
Dear Renee, I have been traveling and just heard the very sad news of my budtdy Scotty's passing. I spoke with him twice within the past two weeks and he as always was very upbeat. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Scotty will be sorely missed. He was one of a kind. Sincerely, Ron Lando
Cathe Shandle
June 12, 2013
Dear Karen and family, I am heart broken to hear of your loss. I will always remember your father for his generosity and charisma and zest for life. You are in our prayers.
The Shandle Family
Valerie London
June 12, 2013
Dear Kev, Bren, Josh, Ashley, Renee and family. My heart goes out to you. I am so touched for you and feel very sad. David was always so much a part of every occasion that I had the pleasure of attending at the Brotman table. He'll be missed but never forgotten.
George Barantseff
June 11, 2013
"Scotty" was a member of Flotilla-11, 11th Northern District U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary during my tenure as the Flotilla Commander. He was a dedicated aviator and was available for any aerial Search & Rescue mission. He was a very good pilot.
The Saposhnik Family
June 11, 2013
We are honored that we had a chance to meet David and get to know him a little bit. You are in our thoughts and prayers! Love the Saposhnik Family, Laurie, Dan and Alex
Marcia Schnoor
June 11, 2013
Dear Kevin and Brenley
I have met your dad many times at all the simchas of the family in San Francisco. He was always so cheerful and friendly and I know this is a terrible loss for the family. My sympathy goes to out to Renee, Karen and Kevin and the close family.
Beth (& Sam & Liz) Gist
June 11, 2013
Dear Renee, Kevin, Karen, and family,
My heart is breaking for each of you.
Some of my most fun and vibrant memories are of all of us together. Wherever we were, Las Vegas, San Francisco, or anywhere in between, David was always the life of the party.
Wish I could be with you now telling you all my funny "David" stories. I hope you find comfort in the memories and in each other.
June 11, 2013
Dear Renee and family;
Bob and I are so sorry for your loss. David lived his life the way we all should.
Bob and Josi Steinberg
Michael & Catherine Simi
June 11, 2013
We send our sincere condolences to the Morris family. Another of the Greatest Generation has moved on.
CAROLYN COHN
June 10, 2013
I WAS SADDENED TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. PLEASE KNOW HOW VERY SORRY I AM.
Ross and Yvonne Jannesen
June 10, 2013
Fly safe David....we shall miss you. X
Fred and Miriam Cohn
June 10, 2013
Dear Renee and Family,
We were so sorry to learn of the death of David, and our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with you, and Kevin and Karen and families. David was an amazing person, and we will miss seeing him and talking with him, and listening to all his interesting stories.
With love,
Fred and Miriam, and Family
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