It is with immeasurable sadness that we announce the sudden and tragic passing of Dr. Dennis Morgan on January 8, 2015. The eldest of six children, he was born in St. John’s, Newfoundland on September 10, 1956. After graduating medical school and training as a cardiologist, he settled in Victoria, British Columbia with his wife Cheryl, where they raised four beautiful children.
Dennis was predeceased by his mother Susanna, his father Harold and his brother Elvis. He leaves to mourn his wife of 34 years Cheryl (Smith), daughters Kristy (Harrison Wolfe), Erin (Chris Manson), Natalie (Stephen Hextall), and son Brendan (Chelsea McMenamie), as well as grandsons Kane and Maverick Wolfe. In Newfoundland, his surviving siblings are Harold (Cindy), Roxanne (Larry), Suzanne and Kim (Marcel).
A long time member of the Royal Victoria Yacht Club, he loved being near the ocean and spending time with his family in Lake Cowichan, where he fostered his love of boating and fishing.
There will be a public memorial service for Dennis at Christ Church Cathedral on Saturday, January 17th, 2015 at 12 o’clock noon, followed by a celebration of life at the Royal Victoria Yacht Club for family and friends. Light refreshments will be served. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Canadian Mental Health Association or, locally, Our Place Society.
He will be dearly missed by friends and family from around the world, particularly those in Victoria and St. John’s.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
www.mccallbros.com
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Dr. Morgan has been my cardiologist for over 10 years. For these 10 years, I have not worried much about my heart condition, largely in part due to Dr. Morgan’s benevolent treatment of me. Every time I saw him, I experienced that he was truly invested in my well-being and I knew he would champion my cause. Through various issues, he was a calm and reassuring presence. I am eternally grateful for the care he bestowed upon me.
I send healing thoughts and energy to all his loved ones.
Cheryl & Family
Such devastating news and heartbreaking times. We are so sorry for your loss. Dennis was not just Arnie’s Cardiologist but had become a friend. His passion for his profession and compassion for his patients was profound. As you all go forward, lean on each other, family and friends who are there to support you. He is loved, respected and will be missed by so many….
Carol & Arnie Hamilton
Cheryl
Our heartfelt thoughs go out to you, your children, grandchildren and the Morgan family during this sad and difficult time.
Dear Cheryl and family,
Your family has been with our thoughts and prayers this past week. Our hearts go out to you all. May you R.I.P. Dennis!
Our deepest condolences, Thomas & Darlene.
Cheryl & Family and the Morgan Family,
So sorry to hear about Dennis. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now during this very difficult time. May your special memories of Dennis give you and your family the strength you need to get through each day. Take care..
Cheryl and Family,
We wish to extend to you our deepest sympathy on the recent passing of Dennis.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time.
Sean and Linda Hamilton
St. John’s
Sincere sympathy to the Morgan family.
I am grateful to Dr. Morgan for his excellent care for so many years.
Sincerely
Linda Comfort
White Rock, B.C.
I really don’t know what to make of this. Feels like a bad dream. We were so lucky to have shared dinner with Dennis & Cheryl along with Derek Saunders this past spring in Victoria, reminiscing about the good old days of innocence and spontaneity, primarily revolving around parties, pool and memorable May 24th weekends. It was great to see Dennis and Cheryl and hear of the Morgan clan.
We will miss you, Captain!
Love and respect,
Dear Cheryl and family,
We are deeply sorry to hear what happened to your family. The loss of your father and husband brings an emptiness within your hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We loved Dennis as we love your family.
We wish you all the courage needed to get through these times of hardship.
With all our love,
Nicole, Pierre and Isabel
Cheryl, and family,
We are so saddened to hear the news of Dennis passing.
I only have fond memories of growing up in Manuels with Dennis and my other 1st cousins.
Sending our sincere sympathy and condolences to you and all the family at this difficult time.
Judy and David Sheaves