LILLIAN MORSE Obituary


LILLIAN LORRAINE MORSE March 22, 1928 - June 20, 2018
Lillian Lorraine Morse was born in Baltimore, MD to Lillian and Howard Barnes. She moved to Washington, DC with her parents at age three. She lived there until 2001, at which time she relocated to Dallas, TX, to be closer to her daughter and son-in-law, Diane and James Turner. She graduated from Dunbar High School, Howard University, and George Washington University in Washington, DC. Lillian was employed by the Washington, DC school system as a teacher and school counselor for 30 years. She was a member of People's Congregational Church before moving to Dallas.She was preceded in death by her parents Lillian and Howard Barnes, and husband, Birtel Morse. She is survived by her daughter, Diane Turner; son-in-law, James Turner; son, Paul Morse; grandchildren, Courtney Standmire and Douglas Turner; great-grandchildren, Madison and Douglas, Jr. Turner; a niece and several cousins. A memorial service was held Friday, July 6, at Lincoln Funeral Home in Dallas, TX. Her final resting place will be in Dallas. Donations can be made to any food pantry or food bank.

Published by The Washington Post on Jul. 13, 2018.
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Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years. May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.

July 14, 2018

Diane,
So sorry to hear about your mother. My prayers are with you and your family.
Barbara Gilbert
UT Southwestern
Dallas,Texas

July 13, 2018

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

July 9, 2018

Thinking of you during this difficult time.
I have so many precious memories of Mrs. Lillian Morse when she lived with us at Buckner Retirement Village.
May the love you shared bring you strength in the days ahead.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Alicia Russell

Alicia Russell

July 5, 2018

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8100 Fireside Drive, Dallas, TX 75217

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8100 Fireside Drive, Dallas, TX 75217

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