Mr. Darryl Leroy Morton

Mr. Darryl Leroy Morton obituary, Lancaster, PA

Mr. Darryl Leroy Morton

Darryl Morton Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 28, 2013.
Morton Darryl Leroy Morton, age 50, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on November 28, 2013, at his residence. Born in Lancaster, PA, he was the son of Harold L. Burton, of Mount Joy, PA and the late Viola M. Morton. He was employed as a crane operator with Arcelormittal Steel Company. He previously worked as a welder for New Holland Ford Company. Darryl attended First Assembly of God in Columbia, PA. Among his interests were being an avid Dallas Cowboys Fan, cooking and spending time with his family and friends and being a member of the Rainmakers Association. In addition to his father, Darryl is survived by a daughter Rochelle L. Adams, wife of Thomas, of Wake Forrest, NC; two sons: Darryl Leroy Morton, Jr., of Lancaster and Kole A. Morton, of Columbia; two grandchildren; two brothers: Melvin E. Lucas, of Lancaster and Juan Bailor, of Federal Way, WA. Also surviving are two sisters: Sonya R. Morton, of Lancaster and Cynthia M. Rhynes, of Brick, NJ in addition to a host of family members. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Darryl's Life Celebration Funeral Service at the Funeral Home of Fred F. Groff, Inc., 234 W. Orange St., Lancaster, PA, on Tuesday, December 10, 2013 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Robert Drescher officiating. There will be no viewing. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. The family will receive friends on Tuesday at Fred F. Groff, Inc., from 1:00 PM until time of service. Please omit flowers, if desired memorial contributions may be sent in Darryl's name to the American Heart Association, 610 Community Way, Lancaster, PA 17603. To share your fondest memories of Darryl visit www.lifecelebration.com.

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

How to support Darryl's loved ones
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
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

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
How to Write an Obituary

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

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
Ways to honor Darryl Morton's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

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

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

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

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

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

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

Sign Darryl Morton's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?