Christopher Lee Morgan, 58, passed away Friday, April 1, 2022, and is now at peace.

Chris was born in Kansas City, MO to his parents William James and Florence Lorene Morgan who preceded him in death. Chris was also preceded in death by his brother and close pal Dr. Jon Morgan, in-laws Sam and Kay Vigliaturo, and brothers-in-law Joe Vigliaturo and Dave Garnand.  He is survived by his wife Judy Vigliaturo-Morgan, children Donnie Cox (Andrea) Mimi Justus (Chad), Angela Morgan (Joe Gallagher), grandchildren Giuliana, Antonia, Maxine, Catherine, and Sofia, his sister Janice Garnand, brother Billy Morgan (Laree), brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Frank J. Vigliaturo, Sal Vigliaturo (Judi), Prudy Malaponte (Eddie), MaryKay Jones (Mark), many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, and many dear friends.

Chris worked for Zeko Graphics and Words of Wisdom where he was a writer, proofreader, and editor. He owned his own amusing dollar store business with his wife for many years before finishing his work managing at CVS. He was also a freelance writer having numerous articles published over the years. His last articles about football were his favorites. In his younger years, he contemplated using his wonderful soothing speaking voice as a career. He hosted a local musical TV show for a few years. He also used his voice to do a variety of speaking engagements, singing, and voice-overs on video games and commercials. His Louie Armstrong impression was unparalleled. He performed at many events bringing love and laughter to many. An avid Chiefs fan, he never missed watching the game. He loved golf and he competed with the best players around like his dad, brothers-in-law, and friends.

He met his wife at work when he was just 20 years old. He was leaning back in his chair sitting directly behind her and fell right next to her taking the water cooler with him.  He looked up and said to her "I had to show you how hard I've fallen for you". They were together for 36+ years, married 32 years. Over the course of their marriage, they raised three beautiful children, and shared five beautiful grandchildren who melted him over and over again. He spent quality time with them and was the best Pa ever. He loved them so very much. They brought him much joy and happiness. He stepped up at the very beginning of his marriage becoming a wonderful upbeat encouraging father to Donnie and Mimi when they were just one and two-years-old. Then, after Angela was born, he was overjoyed because she bonded the family together. He was just thrilled with all three kids and took time with each one of them to teach them and help them in extraordinary ways. He was involved in all aspects of their lives fully supporting them in everything they were ever involved in. He fiercely loved them and continued loving them and being supportive as they became adults. He was very proud of all of them and their families.

Chris was a loving husband, dedicated father, and devoted grandfather. He was a simple man who was not impressed with things. He was wise. He was always up for a good competition with many activities. He could juggle anything, even four or five things at a time. He could speak backwards fluently - it was amazing. He also had his own language where you insert a three-letter word mostly a-l-f between all syllables, some of us could understand and speak it back to him. He was full of fun and very comical. He also understood many other languages of the world and spoke a little of a lot of them. He loved and knew the history of the world well, enjoyed music, playing cards, reading, museums, learning, playing numerous word games, being surrounded by family and friends, and never knew a stranger. He would strike up a conversation with anyone. It did not matter who or where they were. His vibrant, kind, and non-judgmental personality was very rare . Kindness and compassion poured out of him.  He found beauty and meaning in the little things. Many found and saw the beauty in him. He was special, very much like his mother.

Chris was a humble member of Mensa. His favorite game show with his children was Jeopardy. He passed the test and was accepted twice to be on it. He loved to laugh and had a unique and fun sense of humor. He liked to encourage everyone and had a way of making everyone feel special. He always said over and over just be nice and things will always be better for you. Without hesitation he would lend an ear and offer support. He also gave very wise insightful advice. Was able to talk someone down if they needed it or just listen to their trials and tribulations. There were no boundaries to the generosity of his wisdom, as he was so full of knowledge, a mentor and a teacher to many. Before Google there was his brain – he had a brilliant mind.

A very kind, compassionate and loving person. Very good natured. He thoroughly enjoyed recounting stories, telling funny jokes, and watching old movies mostly on TCM with Judy. They were together more than the average couple, first working together, next raising their family while owning a business together for many years, then taking care of each other so thoughtfully. They also laughed so much. He said more than he ever thought he could. They were not only husband and wife, but also trusting spiritual strength for each other. That was special to him.

He with his wife loved and listened to a variety of music. They shared their great love for music on a daily basis in countless ways, too many to list. Their version of Happy Birthday in harmony was sent on a voicemail to many year after year. He loved and enjoyed all the trips he went on with family and friends, so many great laughs. He always looked forward to taking their once-a-year adventure to see Paul McCartney with Judy in different cities around the USA. They did that for many years. Chris said it was all so exciting and worth it every time, especially when they rode the train to get to many of those destinations.

Chris loved and appreciated his only sister Janice. He was also so grateful to Judy's family and friends for inviting him to holidays, parties, weddings, and numerous get-togethers over the last 36 years. Those who knew him well fondly referred to him as the "snack man". He genuinely felt he was a part of her family and friends. He loved being IBM (Italian by marriage). He was always so thankful he was truly welcomed by "her people" that became "his people" too. He in turn truly embraced every one of these people. He loved them all. So much time spent together, a multitude of great memories. There were so many exceedingly nice and kind gestures by so many to make him feel loved. He sincerely appreciated everything through the years, all the roaring laughter, all the camaraderie, all the food and so much more.

He endured challenge after challenge throughout his life. He always looked at the bright side consistently finding the silver lining, the half-full's. He was a genuine and caring soul. He maintained his relationship with God daily. He was a believer in Jesus Christ. He felt that the Word of the Lord strongly indicated three little words - "Just Be Nice" - and he lived by those words.

Nothing made him happier than having his wife, children with their spouses, and grandkids around him. He felt so very blessed for all the time he spent with them and cared about every detail of their lives. They were his greatest joy. He was a selfless, kind person and all-around loving man. He was a gift. He will be profoundly missed.

His family are all very thankful for every moment they were able to share with him as their patriarch, husband, father, and Pa. We were so blessed to have him in our lives as we shared so many life lessons and happy memories.

As for his wife Judy, he was her dearest, closest, and most cherished friend. He did his best to be nice, loving, and supportive. He loved her beyond measure. She will miss that feeling of comfort he brought to her. She will miss talking to him. She will miss him every day for the rest of her life.

We will always love you and we will never forget you. We are so proud of you, and we thank you for your life of love and sacrifice.

Rest easy now. We will practice your motto "just be nice" as we live and learn from here on out.

Visitation will begin at 2:30 p.m. with the Funeral Mass at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 6, at St. Mark's Catholic Church. The family respectfully ask that masks be worn for the services. Please omit flowers.

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