It was 20 Years ago today that Howard passed away.
This is a big one. I can’t believe it’s been two decades since the great Howard Morris decided it was time to go. Each year has been a personal milestone of mine that I’ve more or less written about on this site through the years. The yearly reflections are the culmination of 365 days worth of remembering the little things that cross my mind while moving through life. I still hear the sound of his voice, his words, his laugh, his facial expressions. I remember him around the house, at restaurants, meeting with close friends, meeting with fans, vacationing, especially day trips on our boat, being on set for acting, directing, doing cartoon voices and how serious he was about getting the creative just right. He was a master, obviously, and he brought so much life to everything. He’s very much alive and well inside my mental movie theater. I was so fortunate to have had decades with him. Stuff like this sticks to the soul forever. As with the loss of any family member (or even a special pet) that loss really hurts. Pain from loss is the price each one of us pays for the incredible experiences, friendships and love that swirls back and forth between us. About six months before he passed, he and I were discussing the inevitable. He was concerned about how I would process his death. I simply told him that it would be rough, but because of the life-tools he gave me, I would deal with it and be OK. That’s exactly what ended up happening. But with Howard, on this particular day two decades ago, neither he nor I ever saw it coming.
I will always love you, Dad.
David
A better son could not be found. How wonderful to keep Howard’s memory alive through this format. We think of you and the GREAT Howard Morris often.
Peace brother
David and Patty Browning
David ~
Your annual love letters to your incredible Dad are very meaningful to me, and I have read and reread them though the years with great appreciation. Landmarks such as 20 years do make you (or at least they do for me) pause and reflect the memories and how there is always a hole in your heart and life. Today I hope your memories bring more smiles than tears.
Cheers to Howard!
Kelly
I’m so grateful for your reminders every year. Your Father gave laughter beyond measure during my tumultuous childhood. To this day I anxiously watch each of his episodes and wonder how his talent was not a more present character actor in the A.G.S.
Again, Thank you. He was deeply loved and touched so many lives. ?? ?? God Bless You friend.
B.M.M.
David, Each year I know you will have memories written here from your heart. Howard was a great comedic genius for us but he was a father and friend for you. Your dad was so loved by many and brought smiles and laughter to us. Thank you for sharing.