McMORRIS - Andrew Spencer of Wading River on October 1, 2018. Beloved son of John and Alisa McMorris. Loving brother of Arianna McMorris. Cherished grandson of Jim and Sally McMorris, Fran and Bill Schaefer, Craig Abatelli and great grandson of Doris Schaefer. Adored Godson of Chris and Heather Abatelli and nephew to Kirk & Katie Abatelli, Jim & Beth McMorris, Chris & Marianne McMorris, Jennifer & Chris Lewis, Melissa & Denis Carpenter, Desiree & Mitch Meyer and Dawn Schaefer. Also survived by many loving cousins, friends and his dog Shelby. Reposing at the Branch Funeral Home of Miller Place, 551 Route 25A. Visiting Thursday 7-9 PM and Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral Service Saturday, 9:00 AM at the Trinity Lutheran Church, Islip. Interment to follow at the Nassau Knolls Cemetery, Port Washington. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to honor the loving memory of Andrew to: Mothers Against Drunk Driving, 33 Walt Whitman Road, Suite 210W, Huntington Station, NY 11746.
Published in Newsday on Oct. 4, 2018
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Andrew McMorris was no ordinary boy. Andrew was born with a sense of wonder and amazement of the world around him, and he never lost the ability to be awed by and delighted with all it had to offer.Andrew was an artful child, and he channeled his abundant creativity through painting, acting, singing, and playing his piano, guitar, mandolin and ukulele. Always up for a costume, Andrew was Tin Man in his 5th grade production of The Wizard of Oz and of course Michael Jackson.Andrew was an active kid, and was often on the rosters of community soccer and basketball teams. This year, Andrew joined his middle school cross country team and had looked forward to running with his team in his first meet this week. He loved to ski, and looked forward to long weekends and fresh powder. He loved being outdoors, especially hiking and camping trips with his friends in Troop 161. Andrew was a dedicated community member, providing years of service through his participation with his Boy Scout Troop, Cub Scouts, and various school organizations. Serving in Boy Scouts was an honor Andrew was proud of. He dedicated to obtaining the highest honor of Eagle Scout. He participated in countless fundraisers, community clean-ups, and other projects such as tree planting and gardening.He loved to travel, and was always up for trips, visits and excursions. Together with his family, Andrew toured parts of Hawaii and Alaska, explored Paris, France, London, England and sailed Disney cruises.Bright and hardworking, Andrew was an Honor Roll student. Classmates, teachers and friends found him sometimes silly, always funny and, occasionally, a bit cheeky. He was a friend to everyone and showed kindness to all.Andrew was a loving son to Alisa and John, and a dedicated brother to Arianna. And to our larger SWR community of parents and children, Andrew was our 'son from another mother' and our 'other brother.'But more than any other characteristic, what stands out about Andrew is his desire to fly and his passion for aviation.Andrew wanted to fly before he could walk. Airplanes, helicopters and rockets were the obsession of his life, and he achieved his first piloting goal this past summer during AeroCamp. Andrew was occasionally chided by parents, coaches and teachers for having his head in the clouds, but for Andrew, that only made sense. He wanted his whole self in the clouds, broken free of the bonds of this earth, borne up into an endless sky, with nothing but blue around him and horizon ahead, aloft and away .' .' .Fly high, Andrew.
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A Boy Scout critically injured Sunday when he and four others walking in the roadway were hit by an alleged drunken driver has died, Suffolk County police said Monday. Police identified the boy as Andrew McMorris, 12, of Wading River. The Shoreham-Wading River Central School District confirmed that it had a seventh-grade student who died, but did not identify the student. Andrew was among 18 people walking as a scouting group — all wearing bright red clothing — and going north on the shoulder of David Terry Road in Manorville, when the crash occurred, said prosecutor Jacob DeLauter. Andrew was taken by police helicopter to Stony Brook University Hospital and the other four were taken to Peconic Bay Medical Center in Riverhead, police said.
Published in Newsday on Oct. 4, 2018
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Andrew McMorris was no ordinary boy. Andrew was born with a sense of wonder and amazement of the world around him, and he never lost the ability to be awed by and delighted with all it had to offer.Andrew was an artful child, and he channeled his abundant creativity through painting, acting, singing, and playing his piano, guitar, mandolin and ukulele. Always up for a costume, Andrew was Tin Man in his 5th grade production of The Wizard of Oz and of course Michael Jackson.Andrew was an active kid, and was often on the rosters of community soccer and basketball teams. This year, Andrew joined his middle school cross country team and had looked forward to running with his team in his first meet this week. He loved to ski, and looked forward to long weekends and fresh powder. He loved being outdoors, especially hiking and camping trips with his friends in Troop 161. Andrew was a dedicated community member, providing years of service through his participation with his Boy Scout Troop, Cub Scouts, and various school organizations. Serving in Boy Scouts was an honor Andrew was proud of. He dedicated to obtaining the highest honor of Eagle Scout. He participated in countless fundraisers, community clean-ups, and other projects such as tree planting and gardening.He loved to travel, and was always up for trips, visits and excursions. Together with his family, Andrew toured parts of Hawaii and Alaska, explored Paris, France, London, England and sailed Disney cruises.Bright and hardworking, Andrew was an Honor Roll student. Classmates, teachers and friends found him sometimes silly, always funny and, occasionally, a bit cheeky. He was a friend to everyone and showed kindness to all.Andrew was a loving son to Alisa and John, and a dedicated brother to Arianna. And to our larger SWR community of parents and children, Andrew was our 'son from another mother' and our 'other brother.'But more than any other characteristic, what stands out about Andrew is his desire to fly and his passion for aviation.Andrew wanted to fly before he could walk. Airplanes, helicopters and rockets were the obsession of his life, and he achieved his first piloting goal this past summer during AeroCamp. Andrew was occasionally chided by parents, coaches and teachers for having his head in the clouds, but for Andrew, that only made sense. He wanted his whole self in the clouds, broken free of the bonds of this earth, borne up into an endless sky, with nothing but blue around him and horizon ahead, aloft and away .' .' .Fly high, Andrew.
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A Boy Scout critically injured Sunday when he and four others walking in the roadway were hit by an alleged drunken driver has died, Suffolk County police said Monday. Police identified the boy as Andrew McMorris, 12, of Wading River. The Shoreham-Wading River Central School District confirmed that it had a seventh-grade student who died, but did not identify the student. Andrew was among 18 people walking as a scouting group — all wearing bright red clothing — and going north on the shoulder of David Terry Road in Manorville, when the crash occurred, said prosecutor Jacob DeLauter. Andrew was taken by police helicopter to Stony Brook University Hospital and the other four were taken to Peconic Bay Medical Center in Riverhead, police said.
McMORRIS - Andrew Spencer of Wading River on October 1, 2018. Beloved son of John and Alisa McMorris. Loving brother of Arianna McMorris. Cherished grandson of Jim and Sally McMorris, Fran and Bill Schaefer, Craig Abatelli and great grandson of Doris Schaefer. Adored Godson of Chris and Heather Abatelli and nephew to Kirk & Katie Abatelli, Jim & Beth McMorris, Chris & Marianne McMorris, Jennifer & Chris Lewis, Melissa & Denis Carpenter, Desiree & Mitch Meyer and Dawn Schaefer. Also survived by many loving cousins, friends and his dog Shelby. Reposing at the Branch Funeral Home of Miller Place, 551 Route 25A. Visiting Thursday 7-9 PM and Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral Service Saturday, 9:00 AM at the Trinity Lutheran Church, Islip. Interment to follow at the Nassau Knolls Cemetery, Port Washington. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to honor the loving memory of Andrew to: Mothers Against Drunk Driving, 33 Walt Whitman Road, Suite 210W, Huntington Station, NY 11746.
Published in Newsday on Oct. 4, 2018
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Andrew McMorris was no ordinary boy. Andrew was born with a sense of wonder and amazement of the world around him, and he never lost the ability to be awed by and delighted with all it had to offer.Andrew was an artful child, and he channeled his abundant creativity through painting, acting, singing, and playing his piano, guitar, mandolin and ukulele. Always up for a costume, Andrew was Tin Man in his 5th grade production of The Wizard of Oz and of course Michael Jackson.Andrew was an active kid, and was often on the rosters of community soccer and basketball teams. This year, Andrew joined his middle school cross country team and had looked forward to running with his team in his first meet this week. He loved to ski, and looked forward to long weekends and fresh powder. He loved being outdoors, especially hiking and camping trips with his friends in Troop 161. Andrew was a dedicated community member, providing years of service through his participation with his Boy Scout Troop, Cub Scouts, and various school organizations. Serving in Boy Scouts was an honor Andrew was proud of. He dedicated to obtaining the highest honor of Eagle Scout. He participated in countless fundraisers, community clean-ups, and other projects such as tree planting and gardening.He loved to travel, and was always up for trips, visits and excursions. Together with his family, Andrew toured parts of Hawaii and Alaska, explored Paris, France, London, England and sailed Disney cruises.Bright and hardworking, Andrew was an Honor Roll student. Classmates, teachers and friends found him sometimes silly, always funny and, occasionally, a bit cheeky. He was a friend to everyone and showed kindness to all.Andrew was a loving son to Alisa and John, and a dedicated brother to Arianna. And to our larger SWR community of parents and children, Andrew was our 'son from another mother' and our 'other brother.'But more than any other characteristic, what stands out about Andrew is his desire to fly and his passion for aviation.Andrew wanted to fly before he could walk. Airplanes, helicopters and rockets were the obsession of his life, and he achieved his first piloting goal this past summer during AeroCamp. Andrew was occasionally chided by parents, coaches and teachers for having his head in the clouds, but for Andrew, that only made sense. He wanted his whole self in the clouds, broken free of the bonds of this earth, borne up into an endless sky, with nothing but blue around him and horizon ahead, aloft and away .' .' .Fly high, Andrew.
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A Boy Scout critically injured Sunday when he and four others walking in the roadway were hit by an alleged drunken driver has died, Suffolk County police said Monday. Police identified the boy as Andrew McMorris, 12, of Wading River. The Shoreham-Wading River Central School District confirmed that it had a seventh-grade student who died, but did not identify the student. Andrew was among 18 people walking as a scouting group — all wearing bright red clothing — and going north on the shoulder of David Terry Road in Manorville, when the crash occurred, said prosecutor Jacob DeLauter. Andrew was taken by police helicopter to Stony Brook University Hospital and the other four were taken to Peconic Bay Medical Center in Riverhead, police said.
Published in Newsday on Oct. 4, 2018
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Andrew McMorris was no ordinary boy. Andrew was born with a sense of wonder and amazement of the world around him, and he never lost the ability to be awed by and delighted with all it had to offer.Andrew was an artful child, and he channeled his abundant creativity through painting, acting, singing, and playing his piano, guitar, mandolin and ukulele. Always up for a costume, Andrew was Tin Man in his 5th grade production of The Wizard of Oz and of course Michael Jackson.Andrew was an active kid, and was often on the rosters of community soccer and basketball teams. This year, Andrew joined his middle school cross country team and had looked forward to running with his team in his first meet this week. He loved to ski, and looked forward to long weekends and fresh powder. He loved being outdoors, especially hiking and camping trips with his friends in Troop 161. Andrew was a dedicated community member, providing years of service through his participation with his Boy Scout Troop, Cub Scouts, and various school organizations. Serving in Boy Scouts was an honor Andrew was proud of. He dedicated to obtaining the highest honor of Eagle Scout. He participated in countless fundraisers, community clean-ups, and other projects such as tree planting and gardening.He loved to travel, and was always up for trips, visits and excursions. Together with his family, Andrew toured parts of Hawaii and Alaska, explored Paris, France, London, England and sailed Disney cruises.Bright and hardworking, Andrew was an Honor Roll student. Classmates, teachers and friends found him sometimes silly, always funny and, occasionally, a bit cheeky. He was a friend to everyone and showed kindness to all.Andrew was a loving son to Alisa and John, and a dedicated brother to Arianna. And to our larger SWR community of parents and children, Andrew was our 'son from another mother' and our 'other brother.'But more than any other characteristic, what stands out about Andrew is his desire to fly and his passion for aviation.Andrew wanted to fly before he could walk. Airplanes, helicopters and rockets were the obsession of his life, and he achieved his first piloting goal this past summer during AeroCamp. Andrew was occasionally chided by parents, coaches and teachers for having his head in the clouds, but for Andrew, that only made sense. He wanted his whole self in the clouds, broken free of the bonds of this earth, borne up into an endless sky, with nothing but blue around him and horizon ahead, aloft and away .' .' .Fly high, Andrew.
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A Boy Scout critically injured Sunday when he and four others walking in the roadway were hit by an alleged drunken driver has died, Suffolk County police said Monday. Police identified the boy as Andrew McMorris, 12, of Wading River. The Shoreham-Wading River Central School District confirmed that it had a seventh-grade student who died, but did not identify the student. Andrew was among 18 people walking as a scouting group — all wearing bright red clothing — and going north on the shoulder of David Terry Road in Manorville, when the crash occurred, said prosecutor Jacob DeLauter. Andrew was taken by police helicopter to Stony Brook University Hospital and the other four were taken to Peconic Bay Medical Center in Riverhead, police said.
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Interment 06 Oct 2018
