David Morris
Obituary
David Morris, age 71, passed away suddenly on July 19, 2023.
David was born on February 2, 1952 in Watsonville, CA. At around the age of 12 years old, David picked up the clarinet and fell in love with music. He went on to hone his craft, studying music under Mr. Distassio at Lynbrook High School. David grew up modestly, but worked hard, doing well academically and eventually put himself through college with a scholarship. He attended Cal Poly San Luis Obisbo where he played 2nd chair clarinet for 4 years in the Cal Poly Marching Symphonic Band. It is in the band that he met his wife of 48 years, Janice. He eventually went on to play clarinet in the Watsonville Community Band.
David obtained his degree in electronic engineering and was employed by Sage Instruments in Watsonville from 1979 to present. David enjoyed his work immensely. David was a runner, enjoying running the Wharf to Wharf, and also enjoyed music, reading, cooking, and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was a very kind and loving husband, father, and grandfather.
David is survived by his wife, three children, and three grandchildren.
Visiting hours will be held at Mehl's Colonial Chapel from 3-8 pm on Sunday, August 6th. Funeral service will be held at Holy Eucharist Church at 11:00 am on Monday, August 7th, followed by a reception at the church.
Published in The Pajaronian · August 3, 2023