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Colonel John "Jack" H.
Morris
December 24, 1942
January 11, 2024
Colonel John H. Morris, better known as "Jack," was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. He retired from the Air Force in 1992 and moved to Colorado Springs where he lived out his life.
Jack was born December 24, 1942 to Charlotte and John Morris. He was the oldest of five children: Jack, Charles, Peter, Dennis and Charlotte. After graduating from St. Francis College in Brooklyn in 1964, Jack worked for NYC in the Social Services Department.
In May, 1965 Colonel Morris joined the Air Force entering through Officer Training School. He received his wings in 1966. His initial flying assignment was in Tactical Support in Viet Nam where he flew 536 combat missions. After Viet Nam he was stationed at several Air Force Bases throughout the United State including Peterson Air Force Base as a Squadron Commander. In 1977 he married Pamela, the love of his life.
In 1980 Colonel Morris was Chief of E-3 Aircrew Training Branch, at Tinker Air Force Base, where he was responsible for the formulation and implementation of all E-3 AWACS ground and flying training for 1500 aircrew members.
He was an avid golfer and fisherman. He leaves behind his wonderful wife, Pamela, his three brothers, Charles (Rosetta), Peter (Dorothy), Dennis (Jackie) and sister, Charlotte (Jimmy), nieces, nephews, a great niece and nephew, and many cousins.
A graveside memorial service with Full Honor Guard will be held for Colonel Morris at Pikes Peak National Cemetery in Colorado Springs, followed by a Celebration of Life. These events will be scheduled in the spring.
In lieu of flowers the family requests you to donate to Wounded Warriors Project or Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
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