Funeral services were held on 05/12/2023 at Memory Chapel of Anderson Ragsdale Mortuary, with a burial at Riverside National Cemetery. Final arrangements were entrusted to Anderson Ragsdale Mortuary.
Garry Jerome McMorris was born on September 11, 1953, in Ferriday, Louisiana. He is the youngest of three sons born to Alean and Lenfield McMorris, Sr. Garry later moved to San Diego, CA with his mother and two older brothers; where he graduated from American Business College.
Gary is a proud veteran of the United States Navy, where he served for more than five years. Gary was no stranger to holding physically demanding jobs. He worked for the City of San Diego Water Department for over 20 years. It’s important to note, he also worked for the Veteran Affairs in La Jolla, CA for 12 years. Those closest to Garry can often attest to his hard work ethic. It was not uncommon for Garry to work from sun up to sun down or until his body physically couldn’t take anymore.
Often described as tough-as-nails, he was whip-smart; and could give you a tongue-lashing for days. He was also caring, and very loyal to those he cared about. Once Gary made up that he would have your back, he would have your back for life. He loved being outdoors, going to the casino, and making people laugh.
Furthermore, he kept people rolling in laughter with the truthful recounting of the outlandish stories he told. Stories of the past adventures that he had with his brother, Lenfield, Jr., cuttin’ up all over San Diego.
As the life he lived began to catch up with him in age, he didn’t let it slow him down. He fought until the very end. Garry passed on April 27, 2023. He is survived by his daughters Charmaine and Renece McMorris; grandchildren Charmoune, Chanel, Zedrick, Jr., Martin, and Rosaria Sylvers. Additionally, he is survived by his beloved dog Ruffie.
