Search by Name

Billy Herman Morris

1938 - 2013

Billy Morris Obituary

Billy Herman Morris

Sumrall, MS

Billy Herman Morris, 74, of the Midway community, passed away January 3, 2013 at Wesley Medical Center in Hattiesburg, MS. Mr. Morris was called home to the Lord peacefully while surrounded by his family. He was born to the late Mr. and Mrs. Bill Morris of Purvis on September 10, 1938.

Billy Herman attended Purvis High School, before attending Pearl River Junior College and the University of Southern Mississippi. He joined the Army National Guard and served during the Cuban Missile Crisis. He raised 3 children and lovingly welcomed 7 grandchildren. He successfully established his own business, Morris Pest Services in 1962. He was a member of West Black Creek Baptist Church.

Billy enjoyed hunting and drinking coffee with friends. He took great pride in his community and cared for the people in it. Above all, he always enjoyed time spent with his children and grandchildren. He consistently let them know how much he loved them and how incredibly proud he was of them. He often expressed that pride to everyone he knew.

He was preceded in death by his parents Bill and Alice Morris, as well as his sister, Frances Steele and his brother, Larry Morris.

Billy is survived by his wife, June Morris of Midway, daughters Sheila Morris Moran of Kiln, MS, (Philip) and JoJo Morris Brady of Sumrall, MS( Glen) and son, Buddy Morris of Sumrall, MS (Karen Grimmett), grandchildren, Lori Moran and Alan Moran, both of Kiln, MS, Cody Morris, Caleb Morris, Caleigh Morris, all of Sumrall, MS, Sara Hadyn Brady and Banks Brady, both of Hattiesburg, MS. He is also survived by sister, Betty McCarty(Burnett) and brother, Bobby Morris ( Linda) as well as nieces and nephews. He will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him.

Visitation services will be held Saturday, January 5, 2013 at Jones & Son Funeral Home from 5pm- 9pm in Hattiesburg. Funeral service will take place Sunday, January 6, 2013 at 2pm at Jones & Son Funeral Home. Mr. Morris will be laid to rest at West Black Cemetery.



Published by Hattiesburg American on Jan. 5, 2013.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Billy Morris

Not sure what to say?





June, I was very sorry to hear of your husband's passing. My deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this very sad and difficult time.

Deborah Chastain-Kitchen

January 10, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. God Bless. Jennifer & Becky Morris

January 7, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss.

Ann Fortenberry

January 6, 2013

June and Family, So sorry to hear the lost of Billy. Your prayers are in our thoughts today. Joyce/Linda

Joyce Campbell

January 6, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying for comfort to each of you! Losing a parent is tough but God will comfort your heart. God Bless!

Angelia Nobles Penton

January 6, 2013

Shelia,Buddy and Jo Jo, I am so sorry about your Dad, he was a great man. I remeber when all of us girls would go over to your house and play basketball

Kathy Downs James

January 6, 2013

June and family, sorry for your loss, praying for you. Harlon and Judine

January 5, 2013

Jojo, Buddy and Shelia
Again I am so very sorry. He was one of a kind!! My thoughts and prayers are with you all

Lisa Martin

January 5, 2013

Billy Herman always lite up a room everywhere he went. He was my friend and I will cherish his memory. He will be greatly missed and I pray for comfort for the family and friends. God bless each one of you.

Barbara Foles

January 5, 2013

We extend our deepest sympathy to the family. I played football at PHS and served with Billy in the National Guard. He was a fine man and a good soldier.

Jim Jackson

January 5, 2013

Buddy & everybody,

So sorry. I'm thinking about y'all & keeping you in my prayers.

Marsha Lott

January 5, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Karen Bennette

January 5, 2013

Ethelyn and I express our deepest sympathy at the loss of our dear cousin and to all of Billys family and friends. May God bless and comfort them during this time of mourning.

Terry & Ethelyn Gamble

January 4, 2013

Showing 1 - 13 of 13 results

Make a Donation
in Billy Morris's name

Memorial Events
for Billy Morris

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Billy's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Billy Morris's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more