of Mountain View, AR
March 2, 1963 - June 11, 2025
G. Wayne Morris, age 62, was born March 2, 1963 to parents, Thomas and Myrtle ''Sally'' Linda (Alexander) Morris in Little Rock, Arkansas. He passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at White River Medical Center in Batesville, Arkansas. Wayne served in the Army National Guard for six years and was a member of First Baptist Church in Mountain View, Arkansas.
He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Lesia (Risner) Morris; daughter, Magen Brown and husband, Christopher and daughter, Morgen Morris; he was Poppy to three granddaughters, Kinlee Beth, Konner Renai and Ruby Jayne Brown; brother, Ronny Morris and wife, Linda; sister-in-law, Patricia Ross and husband, Robert; brother-in-law, Brad Risner and wife, Leah; most special friend, Rodney Williams and wife, Melissa; along with many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Sally Morris, and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Benny and Cloyce Risner.
A private service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the Fredonia Cemetery Fund at Centennial Bank or to Wayne's favorite charity, St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN. 38105 or online at www.st.jude.org.
Roller Crouch of Mountain View is in charge of these arrangements.
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29 Condolence(s)
Jodi Boggs
Sunday, June 22, 2025
I'm so sorry to hear about Mr Wayne. It was such an honor to take care of him. Sending prayers for peace and comfort.
Dorothy Blansett Hall
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Lesia, your mother and I were close friends growing up in Mountain View. Let her memory of love surround you during this stage in your life.
Ronda C Thompson LPN
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Sending my love and comfort to you girls. It was a privilege to care for you and Wayne.
Ronda C Thompson LPN
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Sending my love and comfort to you girls. It was a privilege to care for you and Wayne.
Teresa Bewley
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Condolences to the family. Wayne was a special person who was always a blessing to be around.
Stephanie Kendrick
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Leisa,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know I am praying for you and the girls during this difficult time.
Betty Brixey
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Prayers for peace and comfort to the family
Lisa Sandoval
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
I am so sorry to hear of Wayne's passing. He was a senior classmate to me. Always a very kind soul. Prayers for his family during this time. He is celebrating a new life with our God!!❤🙏🙏
Carolyn Douglas
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
As a classmate I have many fond memories of Wayne. He always was a kind person and was never ashamed to proclaim Jesus as his savior even as a teenager. I'm praying for his wife and family as I know they were his heart and soul.
Rick & Anita Green
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
We are so very sorry for your loss! Our thoughts and prayers are for you and your family!
Shannon Morris Smart
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
I am so sorry for you loss. Praying for you all.
Stacey Douglas Weaver
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Prayers for Wayne's family… wayne was my younger years life neighbor on need more road. He always watched out for me as we all were on the horses from day light to dark. Love you buddy
Brenda Hance Decker
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
I grew up with Wayne n Ronnie playing Basketball under a tree that was in the middle of the dirt road. The good old days. My thoughts and prayers go up for you and your family. Brenda
Lila Townsell
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
I have known Wayne his entire life and he spent much time in my home during his growing up years. My God's gentle hands hold you and your family very close as you go through this trying time.
Lela Marsolf
Monday, June 16, 2025
I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying for God's peace and comfort for the family.
Linda Allcorn
Monday, June 16, 2025
Lesia, I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family.
Shirley Buchanan
Monday, June 16, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Mark and Lynn Seay
Monday, June 16, 2025
We are so sorry for your loss. Praying for your family!❤️🙏
Shirley Buchanan
Monday, June 16, 2025
Kayla McClung
Monday, June 16, 2025
Lesia and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We love you all dearly.
Tim Lock
Monday, June 16, 2025
Lisa and all those who loved Wayne, please know I have lifted prayers of comfort for you.
Annette Scroggins
Monday, June 16, 2025
I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm praying for your family .
Shannon Jacobes
Monday, June 16, 2025
This makes me so sad for the family. Many prayers of peace, Comfort and strength during this time. Love you
Linda and Grover Hettel
Sunday, June 15, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. A good man gone too soon. God wanted him home.
Wanda Vannatter
Saturday, June 14, 2025
Lesia and family, I'm so sorry to hear about your husband Wayne. Although I didn't know you very well, I grew up catching the bus with Cloyce for several years.
Prayers for you and your family as you go through the coming days.
Larry and Anita Litsey
Saturday, June 14, 2025
Praying for peace and comfort for the family. Time and distance have kept us cousins to far apart but always close in our hearts and memories.
Danny & Martha Simmons
Saturday, June 14, 2025
We were so sorry to hear this. Praying for you, Lesia and your sweet family.
Bobby Alexander
Saturday, June 14, 2025
Wayne is enjoying the presence of Jesus and his dad and mom and many others who have gone before him and many who will follow after him.
Ronda Ivy
Saturday, June 14, 2025
Praying for you at this sad time. I know your memories, love and faith will get you through. Here if you need anything. Love you!