Morris, Bernice, d. 1937 - Morrisett, Lois, d. 1932

Morris, Bernice (Humble) 4 Jul 1896 - 3 Feb 1937 CCR 4 Feb 1937 p2

[Note: Daughter of Cass & Minnie (Rauch) Humble; married Arnold B. Morris]

Mrs. Bernice Morris, 40, wife of Arnold B. Morris, Springfield garage owner, died Wednesday, Feb. 3, at 4:30 a.m. in Burge hospital. Her home was 1049 Stewart St. Besides her husband, she is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Esther Shadock of Springfield; one son, Hubert of the home; her mother, Mrs. Nora E. Humble; two brothers, Jack Humble of Springfield and Thomas Humble of Crunwell, Okla.; four half brothers, John and Charles of Rogersville and Monty and William of Denver, Colo.; one sister, Mrs. May Felton of Rogersville; two half sisters, Mrs. Amanda Smith, Marshfield, and Mrs. Tela Alferd of Rogersville. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Thursday afternoon at the Center Point church near Rogersville followed by burial in the Kelly cemetery near there. The body of Mrs. Morris is in charge of the Klepper Funeral Home of Ozark.

Morris, Berta Lou (Plants) 5 Nov 1937 - 28 Nov 2011 SN-L 29 Nov 2011

[Note: Daughter of Theodore & Grace (Thomas) Plants

Berta Lou Morris, 74, Ozark. Arrangements: Greenlawn Funeral Home North.

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Morris, Berta Lou (Plants) 5 Nov 1937 - 28 Nov 2011 GreenlawnFH

Berta Morris, age 74, of Ozark, MO, passed away Monday, November 28, 2011 at Cox Medical Center South. She was born November 5, 1937, in Houston, AR, to Theodore and Grace (Thomas) Plants. Berta graduated from Perryville High School, Perryville, Arkansas, where she was the valedictorian. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her parents, Theodore and Grace Plants; two brothers, Marvin Plants and Jim Plants. She is survived by one son, Dr. Eric Richard Morris and wife Dr. Taleyna of Springfield, MO; two grandchildren, Natalya and Ian Morris, both of Springfield; one sister, Jean Harding and husband Bill of Newquay, United Kingdom. Cremation services have been entrusted to Greenlawn Funeral Home North, Springfield, MO. Graveside services will be at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, December 3, 2011 in May Cemetery, Houston, Arkansas. Online condolences may be made at www.greenlawnfuneralhome.com.

Morris, Bertie Ann (Watts) 4 Nov 1896 - 1 Aug 1963 CCR 8 Aug 1963

[Note: Daughter of Albert Malone & Margaret Bell (Prater) Watts; married Howard L. Morris 12 Mar 1894 - 17 Mar 1972]

Mrs. Howard L. (Bertie) Morris, 66, of Olney, Ill., died early Thursday morning in Richland Memorial Hospital there. Born near Rogersville, she is survived by her husband, Howard; two sons, Archie Eugene, Mankato, Kan., Melvin, Olney; a daughter, Mrs. Lorene Griffin, Victoria, Tex.; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Also surviving are her mother, Mrs. Belle Watts, 710 West Scott, Springfield, Mo.; three brothers, Lester Watts of Ash Grove, Rex Watts, Sparta, Charles Watts, Kansas City; three sisters, Mrs. Eula Lassley, Oakland, Calif., Mrs. Bessie Hutchinson, Neosho, and Mrs. Ethel Chesser, 710 West Scott. Services were at 2 p.m. Sunday in Harris Chapel with the Rev. Elijah Mehagan officiating. Burial was in Linden Cemetery.

Morris, Burrin Lynn 13 Nov 1895 - 8 Oct 1927 CCR 20 Oct 1927

[Note: Son of Jas. & Florence (Padgett) Morris; married 30 Nov 1925 Ruth King]

Burrin Lynn Morris was born in Greene county, Missouri November 13, 1895. In March 1918, he entered the World War and severed several months over sea. On November 30, 1925, he was married to Ruth King of Ozark, battling patiently with the dreaded disease of tuberculosis, which he contracted from being gassed in France, he lived patiently to the end. He departed this life October 8, 1927 at 12 o’clock being 31 years, 10 months and 25 days of age. He leaves his wife, father, mother, four brothers and three sisters and a number of relatives and friends to mourn their loss. Funeral services were conducted Monday by Rev. Ross Carter at the Selmore Baptist church. The body was taken to the National cemetery at Springfield by undertaker B. C. Klepper, where it was laid to rest.

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Morris, Burrin Lynn 13 Nov 1895 - 8 Oct 1927 CCR 20 Oct 1927

Card of Thanks

We desire to extend our hearty appreciation for the kindness shown to us in the sickness and death of our dear husband and son. We especially desire to thank Mr. Klepper and Dr. Farthing for their kindness and attentive care; also the Selmore Baptist church and the Selmore W.C.T.U. for the beautiful flowers and Rev. Carter for the comforting word of sympathy spoken in our hour of sorrow. Mrs. Ruth Morris Mr. and Mrs. W. M. King

Morris, Clarence 1893 - 5 Sep 1967 CCR 7 Sep 1967 p1

Clarence Morris, 74, of Springfield died at 8:10 a.m. Tuesday at the Mercy Villa Nursing Home here. Mr. Morris, a native of Christian County, had lived in Springfield the past four years. A retired farmer, he was a member of the First Baptist Church in Springfield. Survivors include two nieces. Graveside services were at 10 a.m. Thursday in East Lawn Cemetery with the Rev. Guy T. Lawyer officiating. Burial was under direction of Herman Lohmeyer.

Morris, Collie 3 Nov 1895 - 7 Jan 1919 CCR 24 Jan 1919 p1

[Note: Son of Joseph L. & Nancy Ann "Nannie" (Shipman) Morris]

Card of Thanks

We desire to thank the many kind friends and neighbors for their kindness and sympathy shown us during the sickness in death of our beloved son and brother; we also thank Doctor Wise for what he did; also the nurse Miss Anna Roper, also for the beautiful floral offerings. Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Morris Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Morris Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Morris Mrs. Bessie Ross Raymond Morris Dock Morris

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Morris, Collie 3 Nov 1895 - 7 Jan 1919 CCR 24 Jan 1919 p1

In Loving Remembrance

Collie Morris, aged 23 years, who resided near Chadwick died Tuesday morning January 7, 1919 from pneumonia and was buried Wednesday afternoon January 8th in the Linden cemetery. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. J. A. Wilson. Collie was born near Mentor in Greene County, but has lived in Christian county nearly all his life. He was converted and joined the Missionary Baptist church at McCracken when 13 years of age. Everything was done for his comfort during his sickness, but all was in vain. It was Gods will to call him home to a better world. He has gone to meet his two brothers that have gone on before. Collie was idolized by his parents and was also well known and had a host of friends in the entire surrounding country. He is survived by his father and mother, four brothers and one sister who are left to mourn the loss of a son and brother.

Morris, Dale Roy 30 Nov 1939 - 25 Oct 1989 OH 2 Nov 1989

[Note: Son of Barham & Ora (Mayfield) Morris; married Luanita]

Dale Roy Morris, 75, Springfield, died at 4:15 p.m. Oct. 25 in Heritage Manor. On Jan. 18, 1914, he was born to Barham and Ora Mayfield Morris in Polk County on Nov. 30, 1939, he was united in marriage with Juanita Pulley in Ozark. He was a retired city street employee and of the Baptist faith. He survived by his wife, Luanita; a son^, Ron Morris, Springfield; three brothers, Leo and Bernard, Springfield, and Denzil, Nixa; three sisters, Geraldine Jefferies, Fair Grove; Florene Holden, Ozark, and Betty Krotil, Springfield; and two grandchildren, Chris and David. Services were Saturday in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Earl Smith officiating. Services will be under the direction of Greenlawn Funeral Home North. Donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation.

Morris, Debra Lynn (Frailey) Mott 1 Apr 1971 - 3 Aug 2004 SN-L 6 Aug 2004

[Note: Daughter of Richard & Dellia (Paynter) Frailey; married Morris; married Jimmy Mott]

Debra, daughter of Richard and Dellia Paynter Frailey, was born April 1, 1971, in Logan, W.Va. She went to her Heavenly Home Aug. 3, 2004, in Christian County, Mo., at the age of 33 years. She is survived by her mother, Dellia Frailey, Republic, Mo.; husband, Jimmy Mott of the home; and daughters, Stephanie Morris, Brittany and Andra Mott, all of the home. Memorial services will be Saturday, Aug. 7, 2004, 7 p.m. in Walnut Lawn Funeral Home Chapel, 2001 W. Walnut Lawn Street, Springfield, Mo.

Morris, Denzil Ivan “Dick” 7 Mar 1923 – 25 Dec. 1996 CCH-N 25 Dec. 1996

[Note: Son of Barham & Ora (Mayfield) Morris; married 24 Dec 1948 Helen Eileen Gold 26 Sep 1929 - 1 Nov 1998]

Denzil Ivan Morris, 73, Nixa, passed away at 1:15 p.m. December 25, 1996, in Cox Medical Center South. Denzil was born March 7, 1923, in Red Top, Missouri, the son of Barham and Ora Mayfield Morris. He married Helen Gold on December 24, 1948, and to this union three children were born. He loved to farm and was a member of Riverdale Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Helen; two sons, Randy and his wife, Kat, Kansas City, and Greg of the home; a daughter, Sherry Martin and her husband, Denzil, Nixa; two brothers, Leo and Bernard, both of Springfield; three sisters, Geraldine Jeffries, Fair Grove, Florene Holden, Ozark, and Betty Kroutil, Springfield, a granddaughter, Robin Martin and a grandson, Matthew Martin. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, December 28, 1996, in Harris, a Heritage Funeral Home, Nixa, with the Rev. Tommy Bilyeu officiating. Burial will follow in Frazier Cemetery, Boaz.

Morris, Dora 25 May 1905 - 13 Jul 1923 CCR 20 Jul 1923

[Note: Daughter of W. D. & Rosa (Johnson) Morris]

The remains of Miss Dora Morris, 18 years old and formerly a resident of Ozark. Who died in a Springfield hospital last Friday, passed through Ozark Monday on the way to Roy, Mo. Where funeral services and burial were held Monday evening.

Morris, Douglas Ray 1933 - 5 Nov 1991 NN-E 7 Nov 1991

[Note: married Mary Emalee m/1 Dailey]

Douglas Ray Morris, 58, Billings, died Tuesday in Aurora Community Hospital. He was a member of the Shiloh Baptist Church and a veteran of the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict. He is survived by his wife, Mary Emalee Morris, of the home; two sons, Russell Morris, Kent, Wash., and Scott Morris, Marionville; a stepson, Ricky Dailey, Harrison, Ark.; three daughters, Margie Morris, Marionville, Pam Morris, Springfield, and Cheryl Spaulding, Seattle, Wash.; a stepdaughter, Sondra Dailey, Harrison, Ark.; two sisters, Earlene Bettis and Louise Edens, both of Marked Tree, Ark.; and five grandchildren. Services were Saturday in Williams Funeral Home Chapel, Marionville, with the Rev. Lee Brownlee officiating. Burial was in Marionville IOOF Cemetery, under direction of Williams Funeral Home.

Morris, Edward M., Capt. 2 Aug 1842 - 18 Jan 1905 CCR 26 Jan 1905

[Note: married Margarett A. 23 Jan 1848 - 12 Dec 1873; married Harriet I. Nall 3 May 1855 - 19 Mar 1931; Edwin on tombstone; Edward in obit]

Capt. E. M. Morris of this city died Thursday morning at 12:15 o’clock and was buried in the Rose Hill Cemetery Friday. The funeral was attended by his son, Charles Morris of St. Louis and Judge. Jas. T. Neville of Springfield

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Morris, Edward M., Capt. 2 Aug 1842 - 18 Jan 1905 CCR 26 Jan 1905

Edward M. Morris was born Aug. 2, 1842 near St. Joseph, Mo. and lived on a farm until be becasue 19 years of age, when on June 1, 1861, he enlisted in Lyon’s reserve corps, served three and a half months, was mustered out and immediately enlisted in the Sixth Mo. Volunteers for three years or during the war. He was a private, corporal, sergeant, orderly sergeant, first lieutenant, adjatent and captain, serving about three and one-half year. Mr. Morris came to Billings about 1870 and engaged in mercantile business until about 1888. He was postmaster under Harrison and Garfield administrations. Mr. Morris leaves a widow and ten childrne, all living in Seattle, Washh. except Annie M. Turner who lives in Billings and Chas E. Morris, now living in St. Louis. In April 1904, Mr. Morris moved to Seattle, Wash., was there taken sick about Oct. 1 and was advised by local doctors to return to Missouri, but his decline continues until death released him from pain. Peace to his ashes.

Morris, Ernest A. 27 Feb 1922 – 6 Mar 2000 CCH-N 15 Mar 2000

[Note: Son of Andy & Bertha Nanny ( ) Morris; married 1942 Jane]

Ernest A. Morris, 78 of Springfield, passed away at 11:30 p.m., Monday, March 6, 2000 at his home. He was born Feb. 27, 1922 at Vidette, Ark. to Andy and Bertha Nanny Morris. He was a graduate of Bakersfield High School Class of 1940. He retired from Colonial Bread Company in 1979. He was a loyal member of Local Union 245 and active in the Retiree’s Club. He did marketing for Exotic Animal Paradise until 1994. Ernie was known as the “Bicycle Man” because of his talent for restoring used bicycles to mint condition. He was a friend to everyone, a loving husband, wonderful father, grandfather, son and brother. His parents preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Jane; two sons and their wives, Lynn and Janet Morris of Nixa and David and Sharon Morris, Little Rock, Arkansas; two granddaughters, Mandy Morris of Springfield and Melissa Sanders of Memphis, Tennessee; a grandson, Justin Sanders of Nixa; two sisters, Ruth Nan, Kansas City and Velma Wright, Fort Worth, Texas. Funeral services was held at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 9th at Gorman Scharpf with Chaplain Ellen Mitchell officiating. Burial will be at Hazelwood Cemetery. Visitation was from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday at the Funeral Home.

Morris, Glenn 3 Sep 1908 - 25 Oct 1953 CCR 5 Nov 1953 p5

[Note: Son of John & Carrie (Alderman) Morris; married Mary Willmin Handy]

Funeral services were held for Glenn Morris, 45, Tuesday, Oct. 27 at the Ayre-Goodwin Chapel in Springfield with burial in the Linden Chapel Cemetery. Mr. Morris is survived by his wife, the former Willmin Handy and three children, his mother, Mrs. Carrie Gibbs, his stepfather, George Gibbs, both of Highlandville.

Morris, Helen Dec 1921 - 12 Jul 1922 CCR 14 Jul 1922 p1

[Note: Daughter of ? & Minnie B. Morris]

Helen Morris, the 7 months old daughter of Mrs. Minnie B. Morris, died at their home on Chestnutridge Wednesday morning, July 12. The little one was buried in the Chestnutridge cemetery Thursday afternoon

Morris, Helen Eileen (Gold) 26 Sep 1929 - 1 Nov 1998 CCH-N 11 Nov 1998

[Note: Daughter of Harley & Dorothy (Young) Gold; married 24 Dec 1947 Denzil Ivan "Dick" Morris 7 Mar 1923 - 25 Dec 1996]

Helen Eileen Morris, age 69, of Nixa, died Sunday, November 1, in Cox Medical Center South, Springfield. She was born September 26, 1929, in Clever and was the daughter of Harley and Dorothy (Young) Gold. On December 24, 1947 she married Denzil "Dick" Morris. Mrs. Morris was a member of Riverdale Baptist Church, where she served as custodian for thirty years. Survivors include: two sons, Randy Morris and his wife, Kate, Kansas City, and Greg Morris, of the home; a daughter, Sherry Martin and her husband, Denzil, Nixa; two grandchildren who were the joy of her life, Robin and Matthew Martin; three brothers, Denny Gold, Titusville, Florida, Stanley Gold, Clever, and Charles Gold, Bartonville, Illinois; and a sister, Shirley Johnson, Lampe; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dick, on December 25. Also preceding her in death were a brother, Billy Gold, and two sisters, Lucille Renfro, and Louise Cook. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, November 4, in Adams Funeral Home, Nixa, with Pastor Tommy Bilyeu officiating. Burial will be in Frazier Cemetery Boaz.

Morris, Homer Taul 4 Nov 1919 - 9 May 1992 SN-L 12 May 1992

[Note: Son of Lawrence & Nellie (McDaniel) Morris; married Violet Rose “Vi” Gideon 30 Aug 1920 - 10 May 1992]

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Morris, Violet Rose “Vi” (Gideon) 30 Aug 1920 - 10 May 1992 SN-L 12 May 1992

[Note: Daughter of William Harvey & Mary (Cummings) Gideon; married Homer Tual Morris 4 Nov 1919 - 9 May 1992]

Homer Taul Morris, 72, and Violet “Vi” Rose Morris, 71, Rogersville, passed away Saturday and Sunday from injuries suffered in an automobile accident, south of Rogersville. Homer was born Nov. 4, 1919, in Christian County, Mo., to Lawrence and Nellie McDaniel Morris. Vi was born Aug. 30, 1920, in Taneyville, Mo., to William Harvey Gideon and Mary Cummings Gideon. They were married in the fall of 1946 in Ozark, Mo. Homer was a former employee of the City of Rogersville, had attended the Harmony Baptist Church of Rogersville, dealt in antiques and loved fishing. Vi was a member of the First Baptist Church of Rogersville. She loved her flowers, painting and crocheting. They are survived by a son, Terry Morris and wife Jacque, Reeds Spring; two daughters, Sharon Lee Humble, Ozark, and Wava Kinser and husband Larry, Rogersville; six grandchildren, Debra Kleen, Keith Humble, Steve Russell, Jane Mooney, Dale Morris and Christopher Morris; four great-grandchildren, Lindsey Humble, Casey Humble, Bailey Humble and Kristina Mooney; Homer’s two uncles, June Morris, Seymour, and Jack Morris, Rogersville; Vi’s brother, Sie Gideon, Goshen, Ark., and her sister, Janie Knight, Kissee Mills; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Mentor Baptist Church, Rogersville, with the Revs. Hubert Swearengin and Clarence Essary officiating. Burial will be in Linden Cemetery, Linden. Friends may call from 7 to 8 p.m. today in Preston-Marsh Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

(Springfield News-Leader – 12 May 1992)

Morris, Howard L. 12 Mar 1894 - 17 Mar 1972 CCR 23 Mar 1972 p2

[Note: Son of Joseph L. & Nancy Ann "Nannie" (Shipman) Morris; married Bertie Ann Watts 4 Nov 1896 - 1 Aug 1963]

Graveside services for Howard L. Morris, 78, of Lawrenceville, Ill. were at 10 a.m. Tuesday in Linden Cemetery. Adams of Ozark were in charger of arrangements. Mr. Morris, former businessman and resident of Sparta, died Saturday morning in his home. He is survived by his wife, Opal; two sons, Eugene Morris and Melvin Morris; one daughter, Mrs. Lorraine Stokes, all of the State of Texas; and one brother, D. M. of Lawrenceville, Ill.

Morris, Imogene (Baxter) 30 Mar 1936 - 16 Feb 2012 SN-L 15 Feb 2012

[Note: Daughter of Alfred Franklin & Merle Marie (Wells) Baxter]

Imogene Baxter Morris, 75, Ozark. Arrangements: Williams Funeral Home of Marionville.

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Morris, Imogene (Baxter) 30 Mar 1936 - 16 Feb 2012 Crane Chronicle Stone County Republican 23 Feb 2012

Funeral services for Mrs. Imogene Baxter Morris of Ozark, formerly of Marionville, were held on Thursday, February 16, 2012 at 10 o’clock a.m. in the Williams Funeral Home Chapel in Marionville, with Rev. Jerry Fancisco officiating. Interment followed in the Marionville I.O.O.F. Cemetery, under the direction of the Williams Funeral Home. Imogene was born on March 30, 1936 in Aurora, to Alfred Franklin and Merle Marie Wells Baxter and she passed away at 4 o’clock a.m. Monday, February 13, 2012 in the Baptist Home in Ozark. She was 75 years old.

Imogene, graduated from Marionville High School with the class of 1954. She was a member of the North Nixa Baptist Church and a homemaker. Imogene was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Eileen. Her survivors include a brother and sister-in-law, J.D. and Roxy Baxter of Aurora, three sisters and brothers-in-law, Merlene and Howard Maples of Nixa, Lillian and Bob Miller of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and Janet and Mike Ballew of Independence, also several nephews and nieces.

Morris, Jane E. (Bishop) 14 Apr 1833 - 18 Aug 1905 CCR 24 Aug 1905

[Note: married Norton Morris 25 Oct 1822 - 10 Feb 1894; tombstone gives 11 Aug 1833 birthdate]

Jane E. Bishop was born in N. Y. April 14, 1833, and during her girlhood moved to Illinois at which place she was united in marriage with Mr. Morris, with whom she came to Missouri 16 years ago. Of their union five children were born, three boys and two girls. Three sons and two daughters survived to mourn the loss of an affectionate mother, who passed away on the 18th Inst. at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Lula Braik of Independence, Kas. at the good old age of 72 years, 4 months, 15 days. Eleven years ago, her husband preceded in death since which she had resided with her daughter in Kansas. For the last three years, she has been afflicted with paralysis which finally resulted in her death. For many years, she has been a consistent member of the Christian church and she passed away peacefully with the hope of a future life. Some time ago, Mrs. Morris clipped the following from a N. Y. paper and added in the margin. “Read this, it is my sentiment” and sent it to her daughter, Mrs. Chas. Webber. “One ting is certain - that death changes nothing except location and standpoint, personality remains untouched. The grave covers no faculty of the soul. I myself will never enter the tomb. Before my body is taken, I shall leave it and it will go alone, it duty duly done its mission ended. I love my body and my parting will not be without a certain kind of sorrow, just as tender associations move me to tears when I move our of an old house in which I have lived for years. But I have joy, also for I leave a worn-out home for a new and better one.” The funeral obsequies were conducted at the Christian church by A. L. Criley after which the remains were laid tenderly to rest in the city cemetery.

Morris, John A. 16 Dec 1872 - 21 Mar 1951 CCR 22 Mar 1951

[Note: Son of Marshall M. & Sarah (Roberts) Morris; tombstone has name as John W. Morris; married 25 Jan 1894 Lula May Thrower 1 May 1873 - 9 Jun 1948]

John A. Morris, 78, a farmer living alone at his place in the Minter community 5 miles northeast of Ozark, perished in flames sometime Wednesday afternoon, March 21. A neighbor passing Morris’ farm home at about five o’clock noticed the smoldering embers of a grass fire along a fencerow, and about 50 yards away, the burned body of Mr. Morris. It was thought that in fighting the fire Morris’ clothing caught aflame and that he was trying to reach a stock pond about 100 yards off when he was overcome. He is survived by three children; Arnold of Springfield, Mrs. Genevieve DeWitt of Rogersville; and Mrs. Patsy Willis of Clever; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. His wife died in 1948. Funeral arrangements, under direction of the Chaffin Funeral Home in Ozark, are incomplete.

Morris, Joseph E. 8 Jun 1900 - 6 Mar 1986 OH 13 Mar 1986 p5

[Note: Son of Charles Edward & Mary Florence (Pearce) Morris]

Graveside services for Joseph E. Morris, 85, Springfield, were held March 8 in Rose Hill Cemetery with Donald Turner officiating. Burial was under the direction of Adams of Ozark. Mr. Morris died March 6 in Kimbrough Nursing Home, Springfield. He was a retired accountant for the Ford Motor Company. Survivors include two cousins, William Dean Rauch, Billings and James H. Turner, Springfield.

Morris, Joshua 29 Jan 1980 - 3 Aug 2008 CCH-N 6 Aug 2008

Ex-wife charged in Republic man’s murder

Shooting occurred during argument over children

Amy Brant Republic Monitor

Greene County Prosecutor Darrell Moore filed murder charges Aug. 4 against Rachelle Louise Morris, 25, in the death of her ex-husband and former Republic Alderman Joshua Morris, 28. The man was found with a single gunshot wound to the head Sunday afternoon in J. R. Martin Park in Republic following a 911 call placed to the republic Police Department.

Rachelle Morris was charged in Greene County Circuit Court on two counts - second-degree murder and armed criminal action using a firearm to commit second-degree murder. She is currently being held in the Greene County Jail on a $300,000 bond.

According to information from Republic Police Chief Mark Lowe in a press conference Aug. 4, the investigation determined the shooting occurred during an argument.

“Over the last 24 hours, investigators from Republic Police Department have interviewed quite a number of people, collected evidence, and we have worked on securing several search warrants for the vehicles and other property,” Low said. “We have coordinated our investigation with the Greene County Prosecutor’s Office and provided an affidavit to Mr. Moore detailing our findings.”

In a copy of the affidavit provided by Moore, Republic Police Det. Sgt. David Asher said that Rachell Morris met with her ex-husband and two small children ages 3 and 7, and the park and during an argument over visitation with the children, she took a 9 mm automatic pistol and shot him in the head. She then called the Republic Police dispatcher, hysterically screaming, “Please help me, please help me . . .”

Officers Roger Stewart and Mike Zittle were the first to arrive on the scene and were assisted by the Republic Fire Department personnel who administered medical assistance to the victim. Joshua Morris was transported to Cox South Hospital in Springfield where he was pronounced dead at 1:39 p.m.

Lowe said a 9 mm handgun was recovered at the scene, and the department is working with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms to determine its ownership. Greene county Medical Examiner Dr. Douglas Anderson performed an autopsy at noon Aug. 4 and Lowe said a 9 mm slug was recovered from the victim.

In the probably cause statement, Anderson said Joshua Morris died of a single gunshot wound to the head and massive brain trauma that “does not appear to be self-inflicted”. The statement also says that during an interview with Rachelle Morris on the way to the Greene County Jail, she told Asher, “I shot him.”

Lowe said that Rachelle Morris’ car was parked on the gravel lot at the park and Joshua Morris was shot on the passenger side of the vehicle.

Authorities said the couple’s children were in the victim’s vehicle at the scene, which had the motor running at the time.

Lowe said the Morris children have been placed in the custody of the Missouri Department of Children and Family Services.

The couple had divorced earlier this year, and Joshua Morris had custody of the children. He was a resident of Republic and had served as a former Republic Board of Alderman. He was also currently involved in with the Planning and Zoning Commission.

Mayor Brian Buckner, who was a good friend of the victim, said the community had lost a valued member, that Joshua Morris was a very nice individual and was always very thorough in serving his ward as alderman.

Moore, who was also present at the press conference, said the second-degree murder charge is a Class A felony that carries a penalty of 10 to 30 years in the Department of corrections or life; the armed criminal action carries a minimum penalty of three years.

Morris, Lawrence 21 Jun 1899 - 28 Mar 1974 OH 4 Apr 1974 p7

[Note: married Nellie McDaniel]

Rogersville - Funeral services for Lawrence Morris, 74, Rogersville, were held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday in the Marsh Chapel here with the Rev. Hubert Swearengin officiating. Burial was in Linden Cemetery southwest of Rogersville. Survivors include his wife, Nellie; one son, Homer of Rogersville; four brothers, Mack, Springfield and Walter, also of Springfield; and June and Jack, both of Rogersville; three grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Morris, Lillie S. (Mayfield) 11 Dec 1885 - 11 Jan 1979 OH 18 Jan 1979 p4

Lillie S. Morris, 93, a member of the Rock Prairie church in Polk County, died Jan. 11 in her home in Springfield, Services were held in the Rock Prairie Church with burial in Greenlawn North. She was a lifelong resident of the area, in Polk and Greene Counties. Two sisters and a brother survive. They are Mrs. Cora McTeer and Miss Deltha Mayfield, both of the home and the Rev. Paul Mayfield of Rogersville.

Morris, Lula May (Thrower) 1 May 1873 - 9 Jun 1948 CCR 17 Jun 1948

[Note: Daughter of William & Eliza (Day) Thrower; married 25 Jan 1894 John W. Morris 16 Dec 1872 - 21 Mar 1951]

Funeral services for Mrs. Lula May Morris, 75, who died June 9, were held last Friday at Center Point church of Christ, conducted by Brother Stout and Brother Rue Porter. Burial was in Pembina cemetery under direction of Chaffin Funeral Home of Ozark. She is survived by her husband J.W. Morris, one son, A.B. Morris of Springfield, two daughters, Mrs. Clarence Dewitt of Rogersville and Mrs. J.E. Willis of Clever, one brother and four sisters.

Morris, Magdeline “Maggie” (Tennis) Gilmore 8 Jan 1879 - 11 Aug 1949 CCR 18 Aug 1949

[Note: Daughter of Samuel & Mahalia Frances "Fannie" (Duncan) Tennis; married 10 Jan 1897 Edward Everett “Eve” Gilmore 2 Jan 1862 - 1 Jun 1937; married Charley Morris]

Mrs. Magdeline Gilmore Morris, 70, died Thursday, Aug. 11, at her home in Springfield after a lingering illness. She was married Jan. 10, 1897, to Everett E. Gilmore, who preceded her in death 12 years ago. She was a member of the Nixa Church of Christ. Survivors include one son, Dee Gilmore of Springfield, 3 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, 2 sisters, Retta Stiffler of Springfield and Mrs. Laura Willoughby of Nixa, and one brother, Pete Tennis of California. Funeral services were conducted Saturday at 2 p.m. in the Nixa Church of Christ with Eddie Butram of Springfield in charge. Burial was in the Selmore cemetery under direction of Chaffin Funeral Home.

Morris, Mary Florence (Pearce) 23 Oct 1874 - 8 Apr 1960 CCR 28 Apr 1960 p 4

[Note: married 1899 Charles Edward Morris 28 Aug 1875 - 2 Sep 1959]

Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Florence Morris, 85, who died Friday, April 8, in the Aurora, Mo. Hospital, were held Sunday, April 10, at 2 p.m. in the Billings Christian Church with Rev. C. C. Keller officiating. Burial was in Rose Hill Cemetery under direction of the Harris Funeral Home of Billings. She resided many years both in St. Louis and Kansas City, Mo. where she was a member of the Christian Church. She returned to Billings August 14, 1959. She was united in marriage to Charles Edward Morris in 1899. Mr. Morris died September 2, 1959. Survivors include two sons, Joseph E. Morris of Belleville, Mich. and Ted N. Morris of Billings, Mo. and one sister, Miss Martha E. Pearce of Billings.

Morris, Nadine P. 1934 -16 Aug 1988 OH 25 Aug 1988

[Note: married Douglas Morris]

Nadine P. Morris, 54, of Billings, died Aug. 16 at St. John's Regional Health Center, Springfield, after suffering an apparent heart attack. Services for Mrs. Morris were held Aug. 19 at the Meadors Chapel, Billings, with the Revs. Lee Brownlee and Roy Bowen officiating. Burial was in the Marionville IOOF Cemetery. Mrs. Morris was a homemaker, attending the Shiloh Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Douglas; two sons, Russell E., of Kent, Washington, and Scott D., of Billings; three daughters, Margie M. Morris, Kent, Washington, Cheryl A. Morris, Seattle, Washington, and Pam S. Morris, of the home; and one granddaughter, Racheal Morris. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association.

Morris, Nellie (Gahagan) Jones Moore Jun 1888 - 5 Jul 1967 CCR 6 Jul 1967 p1

[Note: Daughter of Michael & Alabama "Allie" (Mayberry) Gahagan; married 1 Feb 1905 Samuel Eugene/Ealip Moore 18 Oct 1874 - 25 Nov 1925; married 25 Oct 1931 William J. Jones 1888 - 1959; married 5 May 1965 Eugene Morris; Buried under name Moore]

Mrs. Nellie Morris, 79, Route 1, Ozark, died at 7:13 p.m. Wednesday in Springfield Baptist Hospital after an illness of several weeks. A lifelong resident of Stone and Christian County, Mrs. Morris was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Eugene Morris of Lockwood; one son, Allen Moore of Ozark; two daughter, Mrs. Velvie Maples, Highlandville and Mrs. Ava Roy, Springfield; two step-sons, Earnest Jones of Ozark and Everett Jones of Billings. Other survivors are three step-daughters, Mrs. Mable Crumpley, Mrs. Gertrude Hankins and Mrs. Blanche Cox, all of the state of California; three brothers, Avery Gahagan of Springfield, Clifton Gahagan of Highlandville and Everett Gahagan of Springfield. Also surviving are five sisters, Mrs. Lula Howard and Mrs. Faytha Roy, both of Highlandville, Mrs. Winnie Inman, Hurley, Mrs. Delena Bilyeu, Mt. Vernon and Mrs. Beulah McGinnis, Ozark; 16 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. Funeral arrangements are under direction of Harris of Ozark.

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Morris, Nellie (Gahagan) Jones Moore Jun 1888 - 5 Jul 1967 CCR 6 Jul 1967 p1

Mrs. Nellie Morris, 79, Route 1, Ozark, died at 7:13 p.m., Wednesday in Springfield Baptist Hospital after an illness of several weeks. A lifelong resident of Christian and Stone counties, Mrs. Morris was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Eugene Morris of Lockwood; one son, Allen Moore of Ozark; two daughters, Mrs. Velvie Maples, Highlandville, and Mrs. Ava Roy, Springfield; two step-sons, Earnest Jones of Ozark and Everett Jones of Billings. Other survivors are three step-daughters, Mrs. Mable Crumpley, Mrs. Gertrude Hankins and Mrs. Blanche Cox, all of the state of California; three brothers, Avery Gahagan of Springfield, Clifton Gahagan of Highlandville and Everett Gahagan, of Springfield. Also surviving are five sisters, Mrs. Lula Howard, and Mrs. Faytha Roy, both of Highlandville, Mrs. Winnie Inman, Hurley, Mrs. Delena Bilyeu, Mt. Vernon and Mrs. Beulah McGinnis, Ozark; 16 grandchildren and 19 Great-grandchildren. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Harris of Ozark. Printed July 6, 1967. Funeral services for Mrs. Nellie Morris, 79, of Route 1 Ozark, were at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church with the Rev. Howard Blevins officiating. Burial was in Tory Cemetery under the direction of Harris of Ozark. July 13, 1967 Christian County Republican.

Morris, Ola Efton “Oley”26 Dec 1889 - 4 Oct 1938 CCR 13 Oct 1938 p2

[Note: Son of Newt & Mary D. “Drue” (Howerton) Morris; married Bessie]

Funeral services for Oley Efton Morris age 48 years, who died at his home in Elsey, Tuesday night, October 4, after a lingering illness were held at 2 pm Thursday in the Elsey Baptist church conducted by Rev. Leo Perry of Monett, MO, with burial in the Masonic cemetery at Crane, under the direction of the Wilburn Maples Funeral Home of Clever, MO. Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Bessie Morris, his mother, Mrs. Drue Morris of Elsey, two daughters, Mrs. Mary Gold of Elsey, MO, and Mrs. Muriel Springer of Hurley, MO, one brother, George Morris of Elsey, MO.

Morris, Patricia Lise (Rutherford) 20 Feb 1949 - 19 Dec 2003 CCH-N 14 Jan 2004

[Note: Daughter of James Norman & Estelle T. (Filtue) Rutherford; married Ralph Morris]

Patricia Lise Morris, 54, Springfield, died Friday, Dec. 19, 2003, in St. John's Regional Health Center, Springfield. She was born Feb. 20, 1949 in Drummondville, Canada, the daughter of James Norman Rutherford and Estelle T. (Filtue) Rutherford. She was united in marriage to Ralph Wayne Morris. She was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include her husband, Ralph; four children, Steven Morris, Springfield, Andrea Morris, Nixa, Shauna Grider and husband Herbert, Highlandville, and Wayne Morris, Springfield; eight grandchildren; two sisters, Joyce LeBlanc, Jacksonville, Fla., and Lorraine, Albequerque, N.M.; and a brother, Daniel Rutherford, Branson. A graveside funeral was held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 22, in Hopedale Cemetery, Ozark. Arrangements were under the direction of Adams Funeral Home, Nixa. ©Ozarks Newsstand 2004

Morris, Pliney A. 1856 - 7 Oct 1944 CCR 19 Oct 1944 p1

[Note: married William N. Morris]

Mrs. Pliney A. Morris, 88, wife of the late William N. Morris, died Saturday, Oct. 7, 1944.She was a member of the Baptist Church and was a faithful and willing worker. Survivors are her six children, L.D. Morris of Joplin, Mo., Earl Morris of California, Mrs. W.R. Clifton and Mrs. Ethel Pugitt of Clever, Mrs. Gertrude Williams of California and Mrs. Myrtle Fisher of Joplin, ten grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted Sunday afternoon in the Union Ridge Church by Rev. Hall Merritt with burial in the Union Ridge Cemetery under direction of the Maples Funeral Home of Clever.

Morris, Sarah L. (Williams) 5 Jun 1843 - 22 Apr 1930 CCR 24 Apr 1930 p5

[Note: Daughter of Thomas L. & Eliza (Frey) Williams; married George Morris 19 May 1839 - 24 Dec 1920]

Sarah L. Morris, mother of Joel T. Morris, died at her home in Sparta, Mo., Tuesday, April 22, 1930, at 5 p.m. The remains were brought to Ozark and prepared for burial by Mr. and Mrs. T.B. Chaffin. Funeral services were held Wednesday, April 23, 1930, at 2 p.m. in Sparta with burial in Sparta cemetery.

Morris, Thomas G. 1873 - 11 May 1965 CCR 20 May 1965 p1

Thomas G. Morris, 91, Highlandville, died at 12:15 a.m. Tuesday in the home of a son, Ted, also of Highlandville, after a brief illness. A retired contractor and builder from Harrison, Ark., he is survived by four other sons, Odom, Harrison, Pat, Kansas City, Victor, Amarillo, Tex., and S. T. California; three daughters., Mrs. Melbia Edmondson, Harrison, Mrs. Carrie Estes, Alpena, Ark., and Mrs. Bonnie Lay, Sandoval, Ill.,; three brothers, Frank, Attos, Calif., Jasper, Merced, Calif. and Eugene, Lockwood; and two sisters. Funeral services were directed by Christenson of Harrison.

Morris, Violet Rose “Vi” (Gideon) 30 Aug 1920 - 10 May 1992 SN-L 12 May 1992

[Note: Daughter of William Harvey & Mary (Cummings) Gideon; married Homer Tual Morris 4 Nov 1919 - 9 May 1992]

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Morris, Homer Taul 4 Nov 1919 - 9 May 1992 SN-L 12 May 1992

[Note: Son of Lawrence & Nellie (McDaniel) Morris; married Violet Rose “Vi” Gideon 30 Aug 1920 - 10 May 1992]

(Springfield News-Leader – 12 May 1992)

Morris, William Anderson 22 Feb 1884 - 29 Oct 1949 CCR 3 Nov 1949

[Note: Son of Joseph L. & Margaret “Maggie“ (Flannery) Morris; married 12 Jan 1906 Nancy P. “Nannie” Nix 25 Dec 1881 - 19 Apr 1919 ]

William Anderson Morris was born in Christian County, MO., Feb. 22, 1884, the son of Joseph and Margaret Flannery Morris. He died in the home of his daughter, Mrs. Preston O’Donley, of Grayville, IL, Oct. 29, 1949, at the age of near 66 years. He was united in marriage to Miss Nannie Nix of Linden, Mo., January 12, 1906, and to this union three children were born. One son, Denzil, and his wife preceded him in death. Survivors are his son, Pearl Morris, the daughter, Mrs. Preston O’Donley, and six grandchildren, all of Grayville, IL; three half-brothers, Howard of Olney, Il, Dock of Grayville, IL, and Raymond of Springfield, MO; his step-mother, Mrs. Nancy Morris, of Grayville; an uncle, John Morris, of Rogersville, MO; two brothers-in-law, O. D. Nix, Sparta and Sam Nix of Republic, MO; two sisters-in-law, Mrs. John Isbell of Sparta and Mrs. Arnold Fowler of Modesto, CA. Mr. Morris lived most of his life in the Nubbin Hill community, moving to Oklahoma some 15 years ago and six years later relocated at Grayville, IL, where he had been an invalid in the home of his daughter the past two years. He was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge of Mt. Carmel, IL. Funeral services were conducted Sunday, Oct. 30, 1949, at 2:00 pm in the Sturn Funeral Home of Grayville with the Rev. Carl Stone officiating. The body was then brought by ambulance to Rogersville, Mo, where the second service was conducted Monday afternoon at the Linden Chapel by Rev. Wayne Jones of Fordland, MO. Burial was under direction of Sturn of Grayville, IL.

Morrisett, Clyde Elmer 23 Sep 1907 - 5 Jun 1932 CCR 9 Jun 1932 p1

[Note: Son of John Dillard & Lois (Ferguson) Morrisett; married 5 Jun 1926 Alma Allen; married 25 Dec 1929 Lois Mae Workman; strangely enough - when his mother and he were killed in the sams accident, there IS a MO DC for Clyde. Clyde's mother's death certificate is found by Robert Ellingsworth under "Louis Morrisset" and can be found here.

Morrisett funerals held Wednesday. Funeral services for Mrs. J.D. Morrisett of Sparta, and her son, Clyde Morrisett of Ozark, who were killed in the auto accident north of Ozark last Sunday evening, were held at the Sparta Baptist church, Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 o’clock. A double funeral service was held with Rev. Albert Hanks officiating. The services and burial were under the direction of the Klepper Undertaking Co. A church several times the size of the Sparta church would have been necessary to accommodate the crowd that attended the services. Mrs. Morrisett was a well known and greatly beloved character in her home town of Sparta and her friends, linked by a kindred friendship for Clyde who had lived there so long, were in attendance in great numbers. Added to the host of the Morrisett family friends and relatives at Sparta were those from Ozark. Clyde had identified himself thoroughly and favorably with the fraternal and commercial life of Ozark that he had won for himself an ocean of friends, and they too were in attendance. Being an active member of the Ozark Masonic Lodge, Clyde’s services at the grave were administered over by that order. The lodge attended in a body and almost every member went. The floral offerings were massed in beauty and great profusion, the offering probably being the largest ever seen at a funeral service in this county. The pangs of this lightning like bereavement are too severe upon relatives for us to interview them this week for a complete obituary of Mrs. Morrisett and her son, Clyde, but next week we will have more to say of the lives they had lived in this and to the immediate community. To these anguished souls who mourn, the most sincere sympathy of the community is theirs but at this hour what is meant for consoling and comforting words are only weapons which reopen a grieving soul. May these good people find some thought and see many acts which will comfort and appease their saddened hearts and next week we will speak of the lives their loved ones lived.

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Morrisett, Clyde Elmer 23 Sep 1907 - 5 Jun 1932 CCR 9 Jun 1932 p1

Two killed; six injured late Sunday evening. Accident happened near the Wills place north of Ozark on Highway 65. Mrs. J.D. Morrisett of Sparta and son, Clyde, of Ozark die shortly after collision, others injured were J.D. Morrisett and son, Fred, Mrs. Clyde Morrisett and Billy Johnson and occupants of other car, Charles Russell of Willard and Miss Fern Redfearn of Ash Grove, charges will probably be filed. Last Sunday evening about 6:15 o’clock two cars, one a Ford Sedan, having as its occupants, Mr. and Mrs. Clyde-Morrisett and Billy Johnson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fray Johnson, of Ozark, and Mr. and Mrs. J.D. Morrisett and son, Fred, of Sparta, and the other, a Chevrolet coach, carrying Charles Russell of Willard and Miss Fern Redfearn of Ash Grove, collided head on near the Wills place, about a mile and a half north of Ozark on Highway 65. All eight of the occupants of the two cars were injured, Mrs. J.D. Morrisett and her son, Clyde, fatally, dying within a short time after the accident. The others suffered either minor or serious injuries, none of which have as yet proved fatal, although Mr. Russell is in a Springfield hospital suffering with a fractured skull and much concern has been held for his recovery. Miss Redfearn, Mr. Russell’s companion suffered a broken leg. Mrs. Clyde Morrisett and Billy Johnson who were riding in the front seat of the Ford Sedan with Clyde both sustained minor injuries but apparently seem to be recovering nicely and are able to be up. Mr. Morrisett and Fret both suffered just minor injuries consisting of cuts and bruises. The car carrying the Morrisetts was coming south and was taking the curve just west of the Wills place, near the north and had turned out to pass another car when the impact occurred. Joe Chaffin, who lives just east of the scene of the accident, hurried to the crash and assisted by others who stopped as they arrived, spread the alarm of the accident. Ambulances and physicians were notified and in short time the injured were in hospitals either at Ozark or at Springfield. Mr. and Mrs. Fray Johnson rushed their son Billy, to a Springfield hospital where he was given medical attention and we are glad to report that although Billy is confined to his bed he shows improvement and the hope is that he will make a speedy recovery. The populace was deeply saddened when it heard of the injuries received by so many and then when deaths began to take its toll, it was little less than abject remorse that cast its gloom over the community. As we go to press Wednesday afternoon, friends are returning from the funeral held at Sparta at 2:30 o’clock for Mrs. Morrisett and her son and the word comes that it was without doubt the largest funeral service ever held in Christian county. Conservative estimates place the number that attempted to gain entrance to the little church at Sparta at 1500 and this number was augmented by the large number who merely went to the cemetery knowing they would be unable to find room in the church. Word also comes at press time that the injured are all well on the road to recovery and are all out of danger. It is understood the accident has been fully and carefully investigated by the authorities and from reports that reach us action will be taken in the matter, against the driver of the Chevrolet coach, who, as the evidence shows as accumulated by investigators, made an unlawful attempt to pass another car on the hill and curve in direct violation of the highway traffic rules and regulations.

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Morrisett, Clyde Elmer 23 Sep 1907 - 5 Jun 1932 CCR 9 Jun 1932 p1

Respectfully submitted. We wished to express to our fellow townsman and former fellow alderman, J.D. Morrisett, our profound sympathy in this hour of his great loss in the tragic death of his wife and son, Mrs. Lois Morrisett and Clyde Morrisett, respectively. By order of the Board of Aldermen of the City of Sparta, Missouri. B.M. Miller, Mayor.

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Morrisett, Clyde Elmer 23 Sep 1907 - 5 Jun 1932 CCR 16 Jun 1932 p1

[Note: Son of John Dillard & Lois (Ferguson) Morrisett; married 5 Jun 1926 Alma Allen; married 25 Dec 1929 Mae Workman]

In memory of Clyde. Just as the tones of his music have melted into the minds and hearts of those who heard so did the upright traits and characteristics of Clyde Morrisett weave themselves about the lives of those with whom he mingled. On Wednesday afternoon of last week when the cortege formed on the south side of the square to accompany the two funeral coaches which carried the remains of Clyde and his mother to Sparta for funeral services and burial, it was a procession of sixty cars, each carrying a group of sorrowing friends and relatives. Those who gathered at the church in Sparta and at the cemetery numbered at least fifteen hundred, making of it undoubtedly, the largest gathering of its kind in the history of the county. These facts are stated to prove that the love and esteem, the fellowship and companionship, felt for those whose lives had been snuffed out so suddenly in that tragedy of the Sunday evening before, just north of Ozark, were of keenness and deep affection. As we speak of those outstanding traits of Clyde Morrisett, we have no desire to neglect those of his mother, but let our meaning suffice, that those of her who gave him birth, are exemplified in the son, thereby giving a double meaning to the things we might say, applicable to both son and mother. Clyde Morrisett’s life was one of music, both in principle and precept. In his business and social life he lived an environment that was soothing to enjoy. As he mingled with his associates he displayed a disposition that was magnetic. He was attentive to his responsibilities. As he loved to create an atmosphere of musical inspiration with his violin or his banjo, so he likewise loved to display a sunny personality to his friends and associates. He always greeted those he met with a smile and a word of cheer. His words were always kind and considerate. There was nothing selfish in his life. To his employer he gave a devotion that was sincere; to his loved kin his was a sacrifice for their happiness and to his friends and brethren in fraternity he gave an understanding as basic as the Galilean principles of the brotherhood of men. Clyde’s life may have ended in his early years as in the twinkling of an eye, but his concepts of life will be remembered by his loved ones and friends as long as they may have the power of intellect. And after all, nothing is grander than such living. Who would desire a monument of gold or silver, or yet of pure granite set with rubies and glittering diamonds, in preference to the monument of love, affection, esteem, friendship and brotherhood, such as Clyde Morrisett built with his short life of 24 years, in the hearts and minds of those with whom he mingled. The voice of his violin may have been stilled, but in the mental chambers of those who knew him, there will always echo the sweet musical companionship of his life.

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Morrisett, Clyde Elmer 23 Sep 1907 - 5 Jun 1932 & CCR 16 Jun 1932 p4

The son-Clyde Elmer Morrisett was born at Sparta, Missouri, Sept. 3, 1907, the son of John Dillard Morrisett and Lois Ferguson Morrisett and departed this life at 9 o’clock on the evening of June 5 [missing page 4]

Morrisett, Jacob 13 Mar 1847 - 7 Feb 1932 CCR 11 Feb 1932 p1

[Note: Son of Richard & Lizzy (Adams) Morrisett; married 14 Feb 1867 Margaret Ellen Simmons 14 Feb 1850 - 10 Feb 1924; MO DC spells name Morissett]

Jacob Morrisett was born on March 13, 1847 and passed away on Sunday, Feb. 7, 1932, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Budd Pigg at Highlandville. He was married to Margaret Ellen Simmons on Feb. 14, 1867. To this union seven children were born, five of whom survive. He was preceded in death by two children, a son Freddie who died in infancy and another son, William Preston, who died on May 29, 1929. His wife passed away in 1924. The children who survive are Ann Elizabeth of Highlandville; John Dillard at Sparta and Maude, Blanche and Albert of California. He is also survived by 22 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. He lived a consistent Christian life for 60 years, being a member of the Sparta Baptist church at the time of his death. He said that he was ready to go and had no fear of death, praying almost every day for the time to come for him to meet his Master. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Ross Carter with burial in the Sparta cemetery under the direction of B.C. Klepper.

Morrisett, John Dillard 23 Sep 1879 - 26 Jan 1966 CCR 3 Feb 1966 p1

[Note: Son of Jacob & Margaret Ellen (Simmons) Morissett - tombstone do spell parents & his name differently; married 11 Feb 1905 Lois Ferguson 21 Jan 1888 - 5 Jun 1932]

John Dillard Morrisett, 86, of 1619 North Broadway, Springfield, died at 3:25 p.m. Saturday in Burge Protestant Hospital. A retired Frisco employee, he was a former resident of Sparta and had lived the past 30 years in Springfield. He was a section foreman for the Chadwick branch of the for Frisco for many years. Surviving are a son, Fred R. Morrisett, Rt. 2, Rogersville and two grandchildren. Funeral services were at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Harris Chapel here. The Rev. Arthur Short officiated, and burial was in Sparta Cemetery.