James Morris, professor emeritus of medicine, dies

Dr. James J. Morris, Jr., Emeritus Professor of Medicine at Duke University, died peacefully on Friday morning, January 23, 2009. He was an educator, a mentor and a widely respected cardiologist in Durham for nearly 50 years.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann; sons, James and Brian; his sister, Susan; brother Gerard; three grandchildren, Alexa, Caitlin and Scott; and six nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son Thomas and parents Beatrice and James. Dr. Morris was tremendously beloved by all of his family.

A memorial service will be held Monday at 11 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Church, Fr. William McIntyre O.F.M. and Rev. William Shouse officiating. Private burial will be held prior to the service in Maplewood Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association 3131-100 RDU Center Drive, Morrisville, North Carolina 27702, or to Duke Home Care and Hospice, c/o Danielle Irving, 4321 Medical Park Drive, Suite 101, Durham, North Carolina 27704.

The family will receive visitors at the Howerton & Bryan Funeral Home Sunday from 3 to 5 p.m.