The community of Brick Township, New Jersey is in mourning following the sudden death of Peter Morris, a former standout quarterback for the Brick Township High School football team and an active member of the alumni club. Green and White football. Mr. Morris passed away on January 20, 2024 at the age of 56, leaving behind a great pain and loss for his family and friends. The following article will review Mr. Morris’s life and career in sports, education as well as his contributions to the Brick town community.

Peter Morris Obituary: Beloved Educator and Former Quarterback Passes Away at Age 56

Brick Township, NJ – The Brick Township community is mourning the loss of Peter Morris, a respected educator, administrator, and former star quarterback for the Brick Township High School Green Dragons football team. Morris passed away suddenly on Saturday, January 20, 2024 at the age of 56.

The news of Morris’ untimely death was shared on social media by the Brick Football Green and White Alumni Club. A post on the club’s Facebook page read: “It is with tremendous sorrow that I must inform you that Peter Morris, teammate 1984, passed away yesterday. May God bless you, Peter.”

Morris was a lifelong resident of Brick Township and a graduate of Brick Township High School, Class of 1984. As quarterback for the Green Dragons, he led the team to back-to-back state championship titles in 1982 and 1983 – a historic achievement for the school’s football program. His leadership and athletic talents on the field made him a standout student-athlete.

After graduating high school, Morris went on to play football at Rutgers University. He returned to his hometown after college and embarked on a decades-long career as an educator and administrator for the Brick Township School District. Most recently, he served as Vice Principal at Brick Township High School, dedicating his professional life to the students and families in the community where he grew up.

Beyond his work in Brick schools, Morris was an active and engaged member of the township. He was involved in the Brick Football Green and White Alumni Club, staying connected to his high school team and classmates. His son followed in his footsteps as a standout multi-sport athlete at Brick Township High School, playing football, hockey and baseball for the Green Dragons.

Morris’ unexpected death at the young age of 56 has left his family, friends, colleagues and the entire Brick community in mourning. He touched countless lives through his work as an educator and through his volunteerism and involvement in the community.

Brick Township Mayor John Ducey shared this statement on Morris’ passing: “Peter Morris was the epitome of a Brick guy – born here, educated here, dedicated his life to the students here. We’ve lost a great member of our community. On behalf of Brick Township, I extend our deepest condolences to the Morris family.”

The Morris family has not yet released details on funeral and memorial service arrangements. However, it is expected that members of the Brick community will turn out to honor and remember the life of Peter Morris – beloved educator, coach, father and friend. May he rest in peace.

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