Stephen Alexander Morrell, 1956-1996

Major Stephen A. Morrell (USAF) was a pioneer in many area's of skydiving, including CRW and BASE jumping. These photos of an early base jump he made in Black Canyon, Colorado were found after his death.  On the back of the first, Steve had written the following quote: 
"What kind of man would live a life without daring?
Is life so sweet that we should criticize men that seek adventure?
Is there a better way to die?" 

Charles Lindberg August 26th, 1938
From the next photo in the series, his answer was obviously, 

"No!"

Blue Skies, Steve...
...Shine On, You Crazy Diamond
Steve held C-12422, D-14306, BASE-174, CCS-56, Night CCS-8, CCR-185, Night CCR-26, 4-Stack-225, Night 4 Stack-55, Half Dome-35, Naked CRW #1 (there is a story about this..)

If Steve signed your logbook, please look those signatures up and send any of the numbers not listed above for inclusion here.  Thanks.
A scholarship has been established
in Steve's memory at his
alma-mater, The Citadel. The
scholarship is dedicated to
furthering the education of those
who plan to make a career in
aviation. Click here for more info...
Other pages...
Steve's last e-mail to Bob
Hang Gliding Adventure
Photo Directory
A Poem
Steve Stories
Close calls

Please send your memories of Steve to his family,  c/o his brother, Bob.