of Searcy, AR
December 24, 1945 - August 22, 2018
Gary Melford Morgan, 72, of Searcy, Arkansas passed away on Wednesday, August 22, 2018. He was born in Parma, Missouri on December 24, 1945. He is preceded in death by his parents, Melford Levi Morgan and Geraldine Brewer, and one grandchild, Brittni.
Gary was in law enforcement for over 30 years and worked for several agencies. He retired as a Captain with the White County Sheriff's Department. He served in the United States Air Force and was a Vietnam veteran. Gary was an avid fan of the Texas Rangers. He enjoyed bowling and was in a league. He loved country and gospel music. He especially loved spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Louise Morgan; one son, Joe Morgan (Sandy); two daughters, Lanie Cheshier (Robert) and Becki Finney; one brother, Roger Morgan; eleven grandchildren, Allyson, Wesley, Kayla, Anthony, Brandon, Briawna, Adrian, Jordan, Carmen, Mason, and Talon; two great-grandchildren, Zola and Lydia; and many other family and friends.
Visitation will be 6:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at Roller-Daniel Funeral Home in Searcy. Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 29, 2018 at the funeral home. Interment will follow at White County Memorial Gardens.
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18 Condolence(s)
Esther Mcmann
Wednesday, August 29, 2018
Louise I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family on their loss. May GOD BE WITH you.
Robert & Sue Morgan
Monday, August 27, 2018
We are very saddened by the loss of our Cousin Gary. He will be greatly missed. Having grown up together he was more of a brother than a cousin. God bless Louise and all of the family. Our prayers go out to you all. Rest in Peace Cuz.
Bob
Mike Hancock
Monday, August 27, 2018
So sorry to read of Gary's passing. Always a pleasure to work with. He will certainly be missed.
Bob Willbanks
Monday, August 27, 2018
I am very sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. I am honored to have worked with him at the Grand Prairie Police Department for a short time before he left the Department. He was a friendly man who was always willing to help out those around him. Rest In Peace, Gary.
Sammy Knapp
Monday, August 27, 2018
I am very sorry for the loss of Gary. I had the great honor of working with him with Grand Prairie PD in the 70's. He was a rock and you knew when Gary was there it was under control. His work habits and integrity will be missed. See you on the other side buddy and we will take it from here.
Michael Shaw
Sunday, August 26, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with Gary and his family. May the Lord keep you all during this time of sorrow.
M. Shaw
Grand Prairie Police Alumni Association
Linda Schuessler Harris
Friday, August 24, 2018
May God watch over all of you during this very sad time in your lives and may He give you the peace that passes all understanding to carry on and endure even in the face of all your sadness. Sending love and keeping you in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Linda Schuessler Harris
GPHS Class of '64
Bonnie Steever Cockrum
Friday, August 24, 2018
I am so very sorry to hear that Gary lost his valiantly fought battle. He was truly one of the nicest people. My sympathy to Louise and all of the family. As a high school classmate of Gary's, it was always fun to reconnect at each reunion. Gary will be greatly missed by his classmates. We will remember him fondly at our next reunion. God Bless all of the family. Prayers for peace and comfort.
Ronnie Day
Friday, August 24, 2018
I worked with Gary at Grand Prairie Police Dept. One of the greatest honors of my life is being able to call him friend. He was the best.
Sandra Koerth Hoelting
Friday, August 24, 2018
I'm so sorry you have lost Gary. I know there will be a huge hole in your hearts but his precious memories will stay with you forever. All of you stood right by him through his surgeries and illness, giving him all your love. He was a very loved man! Louise, you and your children will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Dan Ogle
Thursday, August 23, 2018
Rest in peace my friend
Cheryl Kincaid
Thursday, August 23, 2018
Gary was a great friend and gentleman. It was my pleasure to be his friend/classmate. RIP sweet friend
Susan Cantrell
Thursday, August 23, 2018
I remember you being a kind and funny Redon in high school and you and your family are in my prayers. May you RIP.
Lorinda Lyle
Thursday, August 23, 2018
Ms. Louise, I’m so sorry for your loss of Gary. You and the rest of the family will be in my prayers.
Preston and Andrea Levitt
Thursday, August 23, 2018
Prayers for your family. We love y'all very much.
Misty Lindsey
Thursday, August 23, 2018
Doug Crabtree
Thursday, August 23, 2018
Gary M. Morgan is one of the finest men I ever knew and worked with. I'll miss you Bud. I am a better man by knowing and working with him
Sandra Mann
Thursday, August 23, 2018
Louise, my thoughts and prayers for you, Joe, Lanie and Becki.
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