of West Helena, AR
January 29, 1927 - March 2, 2018
George W. Morris, age 91, West Helena, Arkansas passed away Friday, March 2, 2018 in Forrest City, Arkansas. Mr. Morris was born January 29, 1927 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Bill and Cenia Morris. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of West Helena and he worked in appliance repair for West Helena Furniture Company. Mr. Morris served in the U.S. Army Air Corp during World War II.
He is survived by two sons, Richard Morris (Mary) of Bonnesville, Mississippi and Jimmy Morris of West Helena; three daughters, Kay Carpenter (Keith) of Columbia, Tennessee, Lizzy Wiley of Marianna and Penny May of Wynne; 19 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren and 17 great-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 63 years, Wanda Downs Morris; two daughters, Carolyn Burkes and Kathy Morris; son, George Washington Morris, Jr.; two grandchildren, Crystal Wiley and Jamie Lawrence; three sisters, Jeanie Hokie, Eva Barnes and Martha Huett; and two brothers, Bill Jackman and Charles Jackman.
A graveside service for George Morris will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at Sunset Memorial Park in West Helena. Visitation will be before the service from 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home. Reverend Melissa Maskell will officiate.
Honorary pallbearers are Jimmy Morris, Jr., Joe Lawrence, Mikey Burton, David Pritchett, Wilbert Burks, Jr., Matt Morris, Josh Morris, Jason Morris and Toma Morris.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571.
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Wanets Boots
Saturday, July 13, 2019
I just found this out today.so sorry to hear this.love and prayers Waneta Jackman Boots
DW
Sunday, April 1, 2018
So sorry for your loss may you find peace and comfort in the words spoken at
2 Corinthians 1:3 & 4" Praised be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our trials so that we may be able to comfort others in any sort of trial with the comfort that we receive from God
Hope Sparks
Thursday, March 8, 2018
Penny and Family,
Johnny and I were sad to learn of the loss of your father. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Hope & Johnny
Jason Farr
Thursday, March 8, 2018
Sorry I was unable to attend but all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Melissa Maskell
Wednesday, March 7, 2018
It has been an honor serving as Bro. George's Pastor. My life was blessed to have him in it over these last 4 years and he will be truly missed by not just myself but our entire church family. Our loss is definitely Heavens Gain. Please know the entire family will remain in my prayers for the days, weeks, and years to come.
Kailey King
Tuesday, March 6, 2018
Mama Penny & Family,
I only met Grandpa Morris a handful of times and every time I am beyond grateful for it. I may not be able to make it to the service. But you guys always know I am just a phone call away. I am so glad I was able to meet such a kind hearted soul like your father & grandfather. He never met a stranger. I love y’all. Prayers have always been with y’all.
Jeanette Shepherd
Friday, March 2, 2018
Jimmy, sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike, Janice &Tyler Farr
Friday, March 2, 2018
Jimmy and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.