The University of Alberta mourns the loss of James Charles "Chuck" Morrison, and professor emeritus Frederick Laux.
James Charles "Chuck" Morrison- Career Development Officer, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry
1947-2016We are extremely saddened by the sudden passing of Chuck Morrison of Stony Plain, Alberta, on September 11, 2016. Beloved husband of Lil for 33 years; father of Craig (Sherry) and Corey ( Denise); grandfather of two grandchildren Davin and Cassidy (Corey and Denise) of Stony Plain, Alberta; and brother of MaryDean Morrison of Toronto; uncle to nephew Andrew (Angelia) of Boston, Mass., niece Emily of Toronto, great-niece Ayelen (Emily) of Toronto, and nephew Alastair (Ashley) of Toronto.
Chuck was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia on March 16, 1947, the son of Dr. Neil Alastair Morrison and Helen Dean MacLanders.
Chuck received his B.A., (International Affairs) in 1969 from Lewis and Clark College in Portland, Oregon. He received his Master's in University Administration in 1975 from the University of Calgary. He began his long illustrious career at the University of Alberta in 1977. In 1988, he became the Director of Administrative Services for the Department of Medicine at the University of Alberta until he semi-retired in 2007. Chuck carried on as the Department's Career Development officer until his untimely passing.
Chuck joined the Stony Plain Rotary Club in 2007, and was awarded Rotarian of the year in 2008/09. He also served as International Director and Club President in 2010/11.
Chuck spent the last 34 years of his life living on the acreage he shared with his wife Lil. He doffed his suit and tie for jeans and cowboy boots. He enjoyed the country life, where he was able to indulge his love of animals, which included horses, goats, rabbits, cats and many dogs. Chuck and Lil enjoyed theatre, ballet, symphony, opera and ballroom dancing. Chuck was an avid golfer and he loved photography.
Our family would like to extend our gratitude to the physicians and staff of the Mazankowski Heart Institute of Alberta for their dedication and diligence while Chuck was in their charge. Donations can be made to the Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute, 8440- 112 Street, N.W., Edmonton, AB. T6G 2B7.
Originally published in the Edmonton Journal. Edmonton Journal.
The Department of Medicine will be holding a Celebration of Life to honour Chuck Morrison on Friday, October 14, 2016.
Professor Emeritus Frederick (Fred) Laux, Q.C.
1938-2016
Image courtesy of fredlaux.caThe University of Alberta Faculty of Law is saddened to announce the passing of former Acting Dean and Professor Emeritus Frederick (Fred) Laux, Q.C. Prof. Laux (BA, LLB, Alberta; LLM, Harvard) was one of Canada's leading experts in the field of land use planning. He had a distinguished legal career for more than five decades. His text, Planning Law and Practice in Alberta, remains the leading resource for legal professionals in the area.
Prof. Laux joined the Faculty of Law in 1968, teaching in the areas of administrative law, municipal law, and land use planning. He contributed significantly to the Faculty and to the University, serving on or chairing, numerous committees. He appeared before the Alberta Court of Appeal and the Alberta Court of Queen's Bench in many important planning and administrative law cases, and his work was frequently cited by all levels of court, including the Supreme Court of Canada. In 2002, Prof. Laux received the Distinguished Service Award from the Law Society of Alberta and the Canadian Bar Association for his service to the community and to the profession in legal scholarship. Shortly before his retirement, he joined the Edmonton firm of Shores Jardine LLP as legal counsel.
Throughout his career, Prof. Laux contributed extensively to the field of land use and planning law by spearheading legal reform, drafting legislation, designing curricula, delivering courses, and providing expert evidence. He researched and wrote on a diverse number of topics, including liability issues for planning authorities, zoning laws, the regulation of hazardous and environmentally sensitive lands, wills as instruments of subdivision, and the use of bonuses and tax exemptions to entice private development. He also provided legal counsel to the private sector and all levels of government, including the Government of Alberta's review of the Provincial Court (Criminal Division), the City of Edmonton's tribunal to review executive committee systems, and as a member of the Mayor's "Open for Business" task force. Prof. Laux was the principal negotiator and draftsperson of the unique federal/provincial agreement that led to the incorporation of the town of Banff within the National Park.
At the family's request, donations in his memory can be made to the University of Alberta Hospital's Division of Neurosurgery.
Originally published by the Faculty of Law.Faculty of Law.