Jerry Morris, known as the Saloon Tycoon for his lengthy involvement in the restaurant and tavern business, passed away Jan. 21, 2014. He was 83.
Rabbi Bruce Dollin officiated at the Jan. 24 graveside service at Rose Hill Cemetery. Feldman Mortuary made the arrangements.
There simply can never be another Jerry Morris, his family said. He is irreplaceable and completely unforgettable.
He was colorful, fiercely loving, loyal, protective, enterprising, adventurous and creative. He will be greatly missed by everyone who came into contact with him.
Mr. Morris was born Oct. 24, 1930, and lived in Lone Tree, Colo.
He was the owner of The Dirty Duck Bar, in addition to 36 other bars and restaurants in the past.
Mr. Morris is survived by his wife Elyse; sister Arlene Cissy Morris; children Carrie (Matt) Trott, Marla (Lee) Merkel, Linden (Mary) Morris, Kellee Morris and Robbin Morris; stepchildren Lauren (Mitchell) Tulper and Liza (David) McGuire; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
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