Dewey Lee Moritz Sr.

Dewey was born Dec 14, 1938 in Council, Idaho the son of Dewey and Jesse (Hall) Moritz. Dewey is survived by his loving wife Lynnette of 54 years, five children Vanessa, Kelly, Troy, Laina, and Dewey Lamar, as well as his 19 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. He graduated in 1957 from Council High School and continued ranching along side his father on their family ranch in Council until his fathers death in 1987. Dewey was an avid yachtsman and an accomplished merchant marine ship captain, possessing a 100 ton captains license. He spent many years, along with his First Mate and Co-Captain wife Lynnette on the entire Northern Pacific coast from California to Skagway Alaska. He loved deep sea fishing, elk hunting, and back country packing....to name just a few. He blessed his wife, family and many friends with his unique spirit of adventure. He is adored and respected by many, especially his wife, children and grandchildren, who consider him nothing less than a hero. He was so deeply loved and will be missed greatly. A private graveside service will be conducted at 2 PM Thursday April 3rd at the Hornet Creek Cemetery in Council for close family and friends.Captain Dewey Lee Moritz, 75 Years old (young) from Payette, Idaho went into rest on Thursday March 27th in Boise, Idaho of natural causes.

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When: Thursday, April 3rd, 2014
Location: Funeral Home
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