Alton Gordon Morrison, Sr., 80, of 1008 Church Street in Eden, passed away Monday night, April 27, 2015, at his home.
A funeral service will be held at 2 PM on Thursday, April 30, at First Church of the Brethren. Burial will follow in Overlook Cemetery. Rockingham County Veteran's Honor Guard will be performing military rites.
Mr. Morrison was born December 8, 1934 in Leaksville, NC to the late Fred Gordon Morrison and Myrtle Heffinger Morrison. He was a 10 year US Navy veteran. Eight of those 10 years were served on the USS Saratoga aircraft carrier. Following his military service Mr. Morrison became an insurance agent working for several different insurance companies throughout his career including MetLife and Western-Southern Life. He was a member of First Church of the Brethren and was a huge Carolina fan.
He is survived by his wife, Millie Harmon Morrison of the home; two sons, Al Morrison, Jr. and wife, Sandy of Eden and Tony Morrison and wife, Tina of Yadkinville; three daughters, Jodi Langel and husband, Mark of Stoneville, Judi Jones and husband, Garry of Eden, and Jan Odom and husband, Randy of Wentworth; 12 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; brother, Jerry Morrison and wife, Pattie of Eden; and his beloved Border Collie, "Abby".
The family will receive friends Wednesday evening, 6 - 8 PM, at First Church of the Brethren and other times at the residence.
Memorial contributions may be made to First Church of the Brethren, 730 Church Street, Eden, NC 27288.
Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
We are so sorry to hear of Alton's passing. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ron, Codey & Lisa Shively Harbour
Millie Jo, we know this has to come to us all, but it hit me hard to read of Alton's passing. So many days spent together on Rhode Island Street; the North Spray "Y"' the Smith River swimming holes and fishing holes and all the rest. I pray God will give you and the family peace and His grace to go through this time of loss and grief.
Keith Hundley
Millie and family, so sorry to hear of your lost. Alton was a good man and i always looked up to him. He was mine and Melvins hero.You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Sam & Donna Wilmoth
Sam & Donna Wilmoth
Jan,
My heart aches for you, your mom, and your family. I will always have the fondest memories of your daddy. Sending many prayers your way for strength and comfort.
~steph
Stephanie Dove Hall
Dear Millie and all the family, we are so sorry to hear of Alton's passing. He's not in pain, but the loss is so difficult on the loved ones. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Susan & Louis Childrey
Jodi: I am so sorry to hear of your dads passing. I will be praying for the Lord to give you and your family His peace during the days and weeks ahead.
Kathi White Fife
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Born: Saturday Dec 8, 1934
