One of coolest memories I will ever have since I moved to L.A. will be of one particular Sat. morning at Solley's Deli
just around the corner from where I live. It has a become something of a tradition to have Sat. morning breakfast with a couple of my friends and it was not unusual to see Howard having breakfast with his group of friends which included Gary Owens of Laugh In and other show business pals.
Because of this frequency we would usually greet them and briefly say hello depending on who was coming or going.
One morning, I found myself standing outside of Solleys waiting for my friends at the same time Howard was waiting for his friends. He was just sitting very calmly on one of the benches appearing to enjoy the nice weather.
I wanted to ask him so many things, but didn't want to be an annoying fan. Somehow I stuck up a casual conversation with him and he couldn't have been more kind. It seemed like he really appreciated the small talk. Almost like one of those Andy and Barney moments where they are both just kind of standing around talking and going " Yeah,...yeah.."
I'll never forget it.

Howard Morris was a comic genuis. The likes of which are all too rare.
Rest in peace Mr. Morris. You too Ernest T.

David,

I just had to find this site that Howie told me about so long ago and I thought this was the best time that I can come here and just let you know how much your dad ment to me. I was so devasted when I was told he passed on. I so much enjoyed all the time Howie and I spent over the years whether it was looking for houses, going for breakfast, going to the movies or taking him to the doctors. He ment the world to me and shared so much of his past with me. I have memories that only the two of us shared and I am so grateful for that.

I missed him so much the last few months and would call him to just let him know I was here for him if he wanted to go out even if I had to leave messages.

David, I loved him so much and I will miss him so. What makes me feel even worse is knowing I won't be getting anymore calls from him saying "Can you pick me up at nine and we will go see the guys for breakfast". 

Most of all, David he loved you so much and always looked forward to spending time with you on the boat at the Marina, that David, was something that really made him happy.

I will miss you Howie and it was an honor and a pleasure to have been part of your life. Thank you!!!!!



Love,
RITCHIE

David,
My thoughts to you and your family. Your Dad was a very talented man. Ernest T was a classic that really endures. He was funny and oh so human.

As an associate producer on the Garfield Cartoon series, I had the priviledge of working with Howard, who was the voice of Wade the Duck in our US Acres segments. My fondest memories are of Howard and Lorenzo Music, the voice of Garfield having a field day of comedic lines back and forth. Unfortunately, all of these were not on mic and usually over lunch. It made for a side splitting working enviroment. In other words, a joy. My condolences to Howard's family. He will be missed.

It was with great sadness that I read of Mr. Morris' passing this evening.  Yet how fortunate that he will live on in the wonderful reruns we're able to see.  Continuing to bring a smile to the faces of generations to come.

There are many thoughts and prayers surrounding the Morris family.  Please count mine among them.

Wendy
Michigan

very sad to hear of your dad's passing. he was a special part of our house (having never met him but loving his work) for years. thinking of him hanging onto sid caeser's suit, or the mel brooks story about your dad saying goodbye to his father as he tried to spread  ashes on a particularly windy day! priceless!
and of course his amazing and indelible "ernest t"

Mr Morris was a part of all of our childhoods in a way, as we grew up watching those wonderful comedians and now, as we sadly lose them one by one. thank god for film and dvd. we can watch these timeless performances forever!

i would like to talk to you David about a book i'm putting together: not now, of course, but someday when you're up to it, please write to me so that i can tell you about this wonderful book of memories to which i'd love to add your father.

for now, the condolences and prayers of millions of fans - most you'll never meet- go out to you and your family at this sad time. Long live "Howie" Morris!

WE WOULD LIKE TO OFFER DEEPEST AND MOST SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF HOWARD MORRIS ON HIS UNTIMELY DEATH - HE WAS ONE OF THE TRULY GREATS WHO SHALL BE REMEMBERED FOREVER BY HIS MANY MILLIONS OF ADORING FANS - HERE WAS A MAN WHO WAS SO TALENTED THAT THERE WERE NO BOUNDS TO HIS ORIGINALITY AND IMAGINATION - THANK YOU HOWARD FOR ALL THAT YOU DID IN YOUR LIFE FOR WHICH WE ARE MOST APPRECIATIVE - 

I'm so sorry for your loss, David. I will remember your dad for more than just TAGS (though he was brilliant) and especially for his directing of one of my favorite comedy films (With Six You Get Eggroll); as well as many terrific episodes from some of the classic television series of our times. We'll all miss the great Howard Morris......a truly wonderful man.