We so much loved Morris and his way   of shoveling snow on a walk to his front door….Just  good boots and stomp away!  Cheerfully.

A totally likable nice person, wonderful family. I loved how he would make a path through the snow in front of his Sudbury home  with boots!

I was in MO’s  class at RIT and was sad to read of his passing in 2020.  I remember Mo as an always pleasant and friendly guy who always had time for you.  One year, for Spring Weekend at the old campus he decorated the Art Student’s  booth  by stuffing yards and yards of muslin fabric in the shape of vines all over the booth.  It was spectacular!    He also hand printed the curtains in his apartment… large black circles on burlap.   Also spectacular!  Mo was a happy and energetic artist who was a real presence.  God bless you and your family and may Mo’s name be a blessing.  
Dianne Gundell Singleton
A&D 1960.  RIT
San Antonio,  TX

Dear Mary and family I ran into Chris Testori today in Guilford and she told me that Morris had passed away. Such a lovely man and hired me the day that I came to interview at Dushkin in 1973. What a fun and exciting place Dushkin was with so many interesting and talented people. And that was certainly Morris and his lovely wife and family. I was so pleased to continue with Morris and Ron when they moved to Madison and joined forces with Helen Wohlberg. Helen a lovely woman I knew when I was an Art Editor at Ginn &Co. in Boston and used many of the illustrators that she and Morris eventually represented. Many wonderful projects and eventually my dear Todd Gould who I met when he worked for Morris as our go between the Madison and New York Office. My condolences to Morris's family, Mary and Grandchildren. Such a talented and dear person and family. Louise Emmons Gould


My heartfelt condolences to the family  of Mr. Morris  Kirchhoff.  May  words of comfort fill your  hearts during these days of sadness.  Mr. Kirchhoff was a source of inspiration.  He will  be missed by all the  lives that he has touched with the highest  level of respect and honesty. His life was fulfilled by a job well done.

I have nothing but happy memories of my years working at Kirchoff/Wohlberg. The company culture was established by Morris Kirchoff - high standards and hard work, but also, fun and family atmosphere. 
Most of the people I worked with, from November 1998 until May 2008, are still lifelong friends today. I cut my professional teeth at K/W, and have been gainfully employed as a graphic designer ever since.
One of the most indelible memories I have with Morris is our annual excursions to the Society of Illustrators, for an afternoon of exhibit viewing and a delightful luncheon. He would gather us all up and we would head over a few city blocks to the beautifully preserved building which felt like it was from an era gone by, and we would have a grand old time talking about art, current events, and anything else that came to mind. I looked forward to this special day every year. It was a time we could all just be ourselves, without the concerns of the office hovering above us... perhaps partially due to the adult beverages we consumed on these occasions. (?)
I will always be eternally grateful to Morris Kirchoff and Kirchoff/Wohlberg for the experience that laid the groundwork for the rest of my professional life, and that introduced me to some of my best friends for life. 
Much love to friends and family ❤
~Julie Sussman

I will always be grateful to Morris for giving me a start. Fresh out of college with portfolio in hand and a resume with no real graphics experience, Morris saw something there- perhaps it was the line on my resume about martinis at 4:00. At any rate I worked with him in Madison for 6 years before moving to NYC while attempting to break into the world of theater. When I approached Morris about the possibility  of my working freelance out of the New York office that was at the time for artist representation and editorial work only, he thought about it for less than 24 hours and agreed to set up a drawing table in the corner. Forever grateful for his kindness. I can still hear his hearty laugh that wad do heart felt. My condolences to Mary, Jessica, Jennifer, Justin and their families and loved ones. Blessings to all at this most difficult time. ❤️Bob

I was new to NYC and desperate for a job when Kelly Gabrysch took a chance and hired me to work at KW.  While I had plenty of graphic skills, I had never designed a kid's book before.   Kelly told me about Morris, a great guy that ran the place, and that if I got a couple of good layouts out of the gate I'd be just fine.  One day about three weeks in I was arguing boisterously about a layout I did that one of my colleagues didn't like. Morris happened to be wandering by and stopped to look over my shoulder at my computer.   He left and a few minutes later I was summoned to his office.  I knew that was it!  I was out.  I walked sheepishly into his office, nervous and angry at myself for my big mouth.  "You're a trouble maker aren't you?" He said sternly to me, his arms crossed.  "Only when I feel I'm right," I responded and suddenly he laughed.  It was a great laugh.  "I like that," he said, "sit down and tell me a little about yourself."  We had the nicest chat and as I walked out the door he said, "I liked the layout."  I'll never forget that or him.  He was kind, he was a gentleman, he was involved but hands-off.  He was interested.   Farewell Morris, you were one of a kind! Thank you for giving me a chance.  It changed my life in ways you could never imagine.  

The world has lost an incredible individual. I worked for Morris for many years, and during that time, he was also a great friend. So many people owe the start of their careers to Morris, including myself. He was always so kind and treated people with respect. He gave great advice and always knew the right words to say. His passing definitely ends an amazing era and he will be missed. 

Heart is heavy, but also so grateful. So many wonderful people and experiences entered into my life as a result of working at KW. Honoring you, Morris. ❤️

I am so very sad to hear this. I worked for Morris in the NYC office for decades, 1985–2008. He surrounded himself with the nicest, funniest, most creative people who all enjoyed putting out the finest work. Morris was fair, kind, and an all-around enjoyable human being. And his holiday parties were without comparison. His passing ends an era.

Condolences to the family, especially Jessica.

To the family of Morris Kirchhoff-

I send my sincere condolences to the Kirchhoff family. I have so many fond memories of Morris and Mary,. Morris was a gifted artist, illustrator, and designer who I met through my late husband Roger Sliker. The  Kirchoffs welcomed us into their home often, and were the most gracious and interesting hosts.  He and Mary were good friends.

Morris will be missed.  My condolences to Jessica and family.  I truly enjoyed working at Kirchoff W.  Beautiful  work environment and a very nurturing staff.  I enjoyed all of the holiday events at Morris's  apartment.  Because of this company i started off as a receptionist and later went on to get my MSW.    Morris was very kind to me  and also encouraged me to further my education.

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Morris A. Kirchoff

26 noviembre, 1936 – 16 diciembre, 2020

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