of Jonesboro, AR
April 1, 1916 - August 18, 2008
Charles Eugene Morphis, 92, of Jonesboro, passed away on Monday August 18, 2008, at his home. He was born in Pocahontas TN on April 1, 1916, to Charles and Ida Morphis. Mr. Morphis was a manufacturer's representative and habadasher with Langenburg Hat Company where he designed hats for stars such as Elvis, Charlie Daniels, Loretta Lynn among many others. He was a Mason and a former president of US Men's and Boy's Apparel Club. He was a sergeant in the Army and served in World War II and was awarded five battle stars. He was a proud patriot and a member of Walnut Street Baptist Church.
He leaves behind his two sons, Gene Morphis of Ambler PA and Gary Morphis of New Orleans LA; a daughter, Stephanie Wilbanks of Jonesboro; two brothers, Leonard Morphis of Selmer TN and Rayde Morphis of Pocahontas TN; two sisters, Maxine Firnhaber of Huntington IN and Sadie Foster of Pocahontas TN; seven grandchildren, Blane, Misty, Blake, Josalyn, Cree, Jillian and Dusty; and three great grandchildren, Tyler, Zachery and Lilly.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Sylvia; two brothers and two sisters.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at Roller-Farmers Union Chapel, beginning at 11 a.m., with Glen Putman officiating. Burial will follow at Oakridge Cemetery. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home.
Family members will serve as active pallbearers.
Lasting memorials can be made to The Salvation Army and Walnut Street Baptist Church.
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9 Condolence(s)
Cree Morphis
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
To all of my family:
Now that the foundation our family is only with us through our hearts, we must stick together during our hard times and turn to God for everything. Grandad was as good as it gets, and we all loved him very much. My prayers will remain for our entire family through it all.
Jeff Lozowski
Thursday, August 21, 2008
I didn't know your father but what i knew from Stephanie was that he was a remarkable man, husband and "daddy" to his family and many others. I can only quote Matthew 5:4 "Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted."
To all of you in this fine family I send my deepest condolences and prayers. I also know that he will be rejoiced for what he has done and brought to all of you. Bless you all.
Susie David
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Steph and family
I wish I could be there to give you a big hug in person. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love to you my friend
Suz
Sarah Crapps
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
God Bless the whole family.
bobbyjack
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
With sympathy, Bobbyjack
Janet Baxter
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Gary, I'm sorry to hear about your dad. I hope God will hold your family in his hands and help you all to heal.
Sharon's Cousin Janet Baxter
Jim Christensen
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Steph, my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. I'm here if you need anything
love ya
Jim
CINDY GURKIN
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Stephanie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you celebrate the life of a devoted christian father.
Love,
Cindy
Mike Hébert
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Dear Stephanie and all your family members,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences with the passing of your Father, Grandfather, Great grandfather & friend. While I didn't know him personally I got to know him through Stephanie and treasure the papers you (she) passed on to me and our conversations.
Again, my condolences in your time of this great loss.
Mike Hébert