LCDR Morgan H. Betts

​Morgan Hayes Betts, 89, of Avon, passed away Sunday, November 5, 2017. Born in Norwalk, son of the late A. Raymond and Gladys (Sanger) Betts, he was raised in Simsbury and moved to Avon 50 years ago. Morgan enlisted in the US Navy and proudly served his country as a VAW  pilot in 1953-1955 Lake Champlain 1954-5 Midway 1955 He retired from the US Navy reserves as a Lieutenant Commander after twenty years of service. Morgan was employed in aerospace sales and enjoyed watching birds and deer in his yard. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Alice (Buck) Betts, and his daughter Suzanne H. Betts of Norwalk. He was predeceased by two brothers, Ray and Elliott. Funeral services will be held Friday, November 10, 2017, at 11 am., at the Carmon Funeral Home & Family Center, 301 Country Club Road, Avon. Burial will follow in Simsbury Cemetery.