Charles Arthur Morrison

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Charles Arthur Morrison, 75, retired owner of the Morrison Petroleum Directory, the "Blue Book," on February 15, 2025, in Wichita, KS. Chuck was born June 11, 1949 to John H. and Mary Margaret (Mechling) Morrison Jr. in Wichita. He attended St. John’s Military School in Salina, KS before graduating from Wichita Southeast High School in 1967. He joined the Kansas Air National Guard 127th Tactical Fighter Squadron in late 1966 and did his basic training at Lackland Air Force Base. He was trained as an Avionics Specialist for F-100 Super Saber jet fighter planes. His unit was ordered to active duty in January 1968 in response to the seizure of the USS Pueblo, a U.S. Navy surveillance ship, by North Korea. He served at Kunsan Air Force Base, Republic of South Korea, until June 1969. He ended his duty in the Kansas Air National Guard in September 1972. He began his career as a real estate broker and managed the Bitting Building in downtown Wichita and other commercial properties.

He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his children: Stonie (Shannon) Morrison of Collinsville, OK, Stacie Fortune of Manitou Springs, CO, and Hollie Morrison of Wichita; Siblings: Patricia Hanson of Andover, John (Kathy) Morrison III of Wichita, Jane G. Ervin of Dodge City, and James (Debbie) Morrison of Goddard; Grandchildren: Shayne (Amy) Ricke, Storrie (Chet) Hermes, Brennan Fortune, Kayden Morrison, Ashlyn Morrison, Aspynn Morrison, and Korbyn Morrison; Great grandchildren: Gage Ricke, Declan Ricke, Averrie Hermes, Rhett Hermes, and Ennslie Hermes.

Chuck had an outgoing and jubilant personality. Everyone felt his presence when he walked into the room. Larger than life, he was kind, compassionate, and funny; he made everyone smile. Family meant the most to him. He was a caring, loving brother, uncle, father, and grandfather. He spent the last fourteen years as a devoted caretaker to three grandchildren. “Chuckie” or “Papa,” we will always carry your memory in our hearts.

Memorial Services and a celebration of a life well lived will be held at a later time. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center or a charity of your choice. Please make checks payable to: Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center, Attn: Voluntary Services, 5500 E. Kellogg Dr. Wichita, Kansas 67218-1607.

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