Gary Jay Morris (b. 1936) passed away surrounded by his beloved family on July 15, 2023.

Gary attended University City Schools until grade 10 when he transferred to Western Military Academy in Alton, Illinois. He then attended Washington University for undergraduate and law school. He practiced law in the St. Louis area for over 50 years and was an active member of the St. Louis Bar Association and a devoted Washington U alumni.

Gary had a passion for both tennis and travel. And every world city he visited, he would arrange to play tennis. He played in Stockholm, Acapulco, London, Paris and Messina, Sicily, where he missed going to Mount Etna to play one more set. He also won the state championship for the Senior Olympic Games twice in tennis and once in ping-pong.

Gary’s philosophy of life was “Work hard, play hard.” He did that enthusiastically. One of his last statements was, “I had a wonderful life.”

Gary truly treasured his many relatives and friends and was very emotional about the many phone calls and visits from friends and family near and far. He was quick to say, “I am proud of you,” to his children and grandchildren over their many achievements.

Gary was proud of his 6 years in the Army Reserves and his athletic achievements.

He treasured his health and was very thankful to Dr. Haikel, Dr. Leidenfrost and the caring professionals of St. Luke’s Hospital who spent the past 8 years keeping him alive.

Gary was grateful to have “had it all.”

Gary is survived by his sweetheart, life partner and wife, Susan Saxe. He had two amazing children Margy Weisman (Doug) and David Morris (Susie). He also had two loving bonus children, Matthew Saxe and Adrienne Saxe (Andrew Borches.) Gary was the grandfather of 7 wonderful grandchildren, Jake and Cal Weisman, Blair, Kayla, and Evan Morris, Caitlin Saxe and Ben Borches.

Funeral service Wednesday, July 19th 10:30 AM at New Mt. Sinai Mausoleum, 8430 Gravois, followed immediately by graveside burial. Memorial contributions may be made to New Mt Sinai Cemetery, 8430 Gravois, Affton, MO 63123; St. Luke’s Hospital Heart Services, Office of Development, St. Luke’s Hospital, 232 S. Woods Mill Road, Chesterfield, MO 63017; or the International Institute of St. Louis, 3401 Arsenal, St Louis , MO 63118. Please visit bergermemorialchapel.com for more information. BERGER MEMORIAL SERVICE