Morley Allen Herbert

Dr. Morley Allen Herbert was born on July 7, 1944, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, the oldest son of Idella and Frank Herbert. He had two younger brothers, Paul and the late Dan Herbert. Morley grew up in Toronto, where he earned a Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, and Ph.D. in Medical Biophysics with a focus on cancer research from the University of Toronto. At the age of 20, while attending Camp Timberlane, he met the love of his life, Cheryl Switzman. They were married on March 10, 1968, at Beth Tzedec in Toronto and were blessed with three children: Cindy, Adam, and Mark. For many years, Morley worked in medical research at the Toronto Hospital for Sick Children. In March 1988, Morley, Cheryl, and their three children moved to Dallas, Texas, where Morley accepted the position of Director of Medical Research at Medical City Dallas, a role he held until his retirement. Throughout his distinguished career, he authored and coauthored more than 150 medical research papers published in numerous prestigious medical journals. Even in retirement, he continued to share his expertise with the medical community, lending his knowledge to the fields of orthopedics, cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, transplantation, and craniofacial surgery. His contributions to medicine were extensive and lasting. Morley was a brilliant mathematician, computer scientist, and biophysicist, as well as his family's trusted resource for answers to just about any question. Despite his remarkable accomplishments, he remained extraordinarily humble. He was happiest when surrounded by his family and was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. A gifted handyman, Morley could build or repair nearly anything and was always available to lend a hand to anyone. He was an avid sports fan who faithfully cheered on the Dallas Cowboys, Texas Rangers, Dallas Mavericks, Dallas Stars and his hometown Toronto Maple Leafs. Known for his dry wit, Morley had a gift for finding humor in everyday moments and making his family and friends laugh with his thoughtful observations and quick wit. Morley passed away peacefully on the morning of June 28, 2026, in Dallas, Texas. He is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Cheryl; his daughter, Cindy, and her husband, Robert; his son, Adam, and his wife, Sara; and his son, Mark, and his wife, Robyn. He was the proud and loving grandfather of Hannah Simon, Samantha Simon, Ari Simon, Emily Herbert, Lily Herbert, Layla Herbert and Dylan Herbert. He is also survived by his younger brother, Paul Herbert, as well as Marilyn Herbert, Deany Carlin, Marilyn Freeman and many cherished members of his extended family in Canada. Morley will be remembered for his brilliant mind, unwavering humility, generous spirit and deep love for his family. His legacy lives on through the countless lives he touched, both personally and professionally. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in Morley's memory to Jewish Family Service of Dallas, supporting a cause that was meaningful to him and his family. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Dallas Jewish Funerals.

Morley Allen Herbert

April 7, 1944 - June 28, 2026