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HENRY STURGIS MORGAN, JR.
Henry Morgan was born in 1924 in Oyster Bay, NY. He was graduated from Groton in 1942 and from Harvard in 1944. He entered the US Navy in 1942 and was commissioned in 1944. He commanded a submarine, a division of submarines, a submarine tender, and a missile cruiser. He subsequently served as naval commander for the United Nations Command in Korea and as senior member of the Korean armistice commission at Panmunjom. After retiring as Rear Admiral in 1975, he attended George Washington University Law School and practiced Admiralty Law in Houston, TX from 1978-1990. He retired and moved to Gibson Island, MD in 1990 and then to Annapolis, MD in 2001. He began sailing in 1930, cruising in 1938, sailing offshore in 1955; and he was still racing and coaching the Naval Academy Offshore Sailing Team up until his death. He died after a brief bout of pneumonia May 6, 2011. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Alexandra McCain Morgan; seven children and 10 grandchildren. Services will beheld at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 18 at St. Margaret's Episcopal Church, 1601 Pleasant Plains Road, Annapolis, MD. Donations may be given to Naval Academy Sailing Foundation, Inc. Naval Support Activity, 58 Bennion Rd (Mail Stop 23-J) Annapolis, MD 21402-5054.
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Jon Glenn Grieshaber
April 9, 2020
Grateful for your guidance and my safe delivery home.
Eric McGuire
April 7, 2016
RIP
Calm Seas
Ron Lunde
November 4, 2012
I was honored to have served under his command as CNFK, I even outlasted him there! (1971-75) Leadership like his I have not found since! I was there when he came and when he left! What a role model every flag officer should aspire to!
Kate Morgan
June 6, 2012
Dear Henry,
I hope you know that we continue to miss you very much and you will never be forgotten.
Love,
Kate
June 5, 2012
Goodby, my beloved husband. I thank you for a glorious thirty-eight years.
One Year Later
Dave Metrano
October 15, 2011
Capt. Morgan, I served with you for two years on the USS Fulton. You were a tough skipper, but; fair to all that served with you. I was proud to salute you and say "Aye Aye, sir"
Kate Morgan
September 22, 2011
Heaven’s Bow
By: Kate Morgan
You abandoned ship so quickly
I didn’t get to say goodbye
All that’s left are memories
And these will never die
Where are you now?
Up in the sky?
Sailing through a sea of clouds?
Ready about!
Aristocratic countenance
Gentleman of the utmost kind
A quiet, peaceful presence
Intelligence sublime
Where are you now?
Up in the sky?
Sailing through a sea of clouds?
Tacking!
Oh Captain of the Dolphin crew
How everyone looked up to you!
I miss you more than you could know
I wish you didn’t have to go
Where are you now?
Up in the sky?
Sailing through a sea of clouds?
A beacon of light
Sailing, sailing…
On heaven’s bow.
Kate Morgan
September 21, 2011
Heaven’s Bow
By: Kate Morgan
You abandoned ship so quickly
I didn’t get to say goodbye
All that’s left are memories
And these will never die
Where are you now?
Up in the sky?
Sailing through a sea of clouds?
Ready about!
Aristocratic countenance
Gentleman of the utmost kind
A quiet, peaceful presence
Intelligence sublime
Where are you now?
Up in the sky?
Sailing through a sea of clouds?
Tacking!
Oh Captain of the Dolphin crew
How everyone looked up to you!
I miss you more than you could know
I wish you didn’t have to go
Where are you now?
Up in the sky?
Sailing through a sea of clouds?
A beacon of light
Sailing, sailing…
On heaven’s bow.
John Litherland
May 18, 2011
Although I knew him as a legendary Sailor and submariner, I only met Admiral Morgan once, for an interview on a cold February night that ended up as a warm and wonderful evening swapping sea stories. He and Sandy made me feel right at home, and I will always treasure that memory and wish that I'd had the opportunity to go sailing with him!
Diana du Pont
May 18, 2011
Dear Joan,
Tears come to my eyes as I read these beautiful remembrances of your father. What a man he was! And, what a lucky daughter you were! I wish to add my sincerest sympathies for your great loss to all those heartfelt messages found here. I know I speak for Ceci, too, in saying that our hearts ache for you, and we know that you will dearly miss your father, but that you will always carry him close to your spirit.
John Wunderlick
May 16, 2011
Dear Sandy...There is always a certain amount of trepidation when we notice the Gibson Island burgee at half staff. This time it was for an announcement that took us by surprise. Murray has always reported as to how well Henry had been and that he was racing, as much as ever. Jan and I particularly admired his intellect, gentleness and faith. He will be truly missed by many, including those who knew him as neighbor and friend...John Wunderlick (Gibson Island, MD)
Ron Adams
May 16, 2011
Those we love don't go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear.
Ron, Pam & Jayden
Ron Adams
May 16, 2011
Those we love don't go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear.
Ron, Pam & Jayden
Marie and Steve Evnochides
May 12, 2011
Sandy,
I was stunned and deeply saddened when Peter M. called to say Henry had died. Steve and I send you our deepest sympathies.
How sad it is that we had to lose such a uniquely wonderful man- your husband and our true friend. Henry lived life to the fullest sailing until the end. He lived in an age when boats were made of wood and men were made of steel. Luckily, he lived a long and full life and had a chance to realize his dreams, read a good book or two, and laugh a lot. He gave us a legacy of hope for tomorrow of what can be achieved and a style of living life to its fullest. Henry will live forever in our hearts. I imagine him sailing through the heavens with Ernie- joking and laughing all of the way to eternity.
I think of you often, Sandy, and I wish Steve and I were closer so I could give you a big hug.
Love,
Marie
Ted Dimitry
May 11, 2011
I was deeply saddened to hear of Admiral Morgan's passing. I have many fond memories from my childhood when the Morgans lived in Houston and our families would get together. He also was always willing to show an eager young boy his extensive collection of antique swords, sabres and firearms whenever we were at his house, even though it might have been my fifth or sixth time to ask. Admiral Morgan even tried to teach me how to sail on Lake Conroe, an activity to which I was not naturally inclined as an uncoordinated, awkward pre-teen. He was always patient and kind throughout the entire process.
I was sorry not to have seen more of him since he moved back to Maryland, but it is an honor to have known him, and he will be greatly missed.
I wish the very best to his family during this difficult time.
Yours very truly,
Bruce Bingman
May 11, 2011
Admiral, May the Lord be with you as you embark on your final cruise.
"Lord God, our power evermore,
Whose arm doth reach the ocean floor,
Dive with our men beneath the sea;
Traverse the depths protectively.
O hear us when we pray, and keep
Them safe from peril in the deep."
Bruce Bingman,
NAVSEA 08
Kevin McNeil
May 11, 2011
We are truly saddened at Henry's passing. He will be missed dearly around Annapolis and by the Storm Trysail Club Chesapeake Station. Sincerely, Kevin & Amanda McNeil (Annapolis, Md)
Ann Webb
May 11, 2011
I was deeply saddened to hear of Henry's passing. I have such fond memories of my early days at V&E, and meals at your home, and stories of the bunnies eating the table legs. Henry's life was a blessing to all who knew him, and he will be greatly missed.
With much affection,
Ann Webb
Pete Carrico
May 11, 2011
Eight Bells for the Admiral........
May 11, 2011
Terrible news. I admired him greatly. Vee
Henry & his 4 brothers; April 23rd, 2011. Hail & Hearty!!
May 10, 2011
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