Thomas E. Morgan

THOMAS E. MORGAN, 93, died on March 26, 2020, following several years of declining health.
Tom was born in Davy, W.Va., and was preceded in death by his parents, Vesta and Oley Morgan; brothers, Larry, Seldon, and Stanley; and a sister, Vivi.
He is survived by his long-time companion, Jeanne Javins; his daughter, Sally Murphy (Michael); sons, Thomas E. Morgan Jr. (Peggy) and John Morgan (Mary-jo); his granddaughters, Mary Claire and Meredith; three grandsons, Justin, Brandon, and Nathan and their families; and two great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, James, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Tom was a graduate of the West Virginia University and the WVU Law School, where he led the Law Review and was a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity. He obtained a Master's Degree in Public Administration in later years.
Tom served in WWII in the U.S. Army.
He was in private practice in Clarksburg, W.Va., for many years. He then joined Columbia Gas in Charleston, W.Va. Tom eventually moved to Columbus, Ohio, and became General Counsel.
Upon retirement from Columbia Gas, Tom returned to Charleston and joined the administration of former Attorney General Darrell McGraw as a Senior Deputy Attorney General.
In later years, Tom and Jeanne travelled extensively and doted on their cats. Tom was a fairly early adopter of computer technology and enjoyed "gadgets."
He was a bicyclist, golfer, motorcycle rider, bridge player, airplane pilot, and wordsmith.
Tom enjoyed a life-long friendship with his former wife, Jane Morgan (dec.).
Graveside service will be held at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, at Mountain View Cemetery in Charleston, W.Va., with committal service conducted by Rev. Doctor Nancy Kahaian. The procession will leave Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home, 1118 Virginia Street, East, Charleston, W.Va., for the cemetery at 12 Noon.
A future memorial service is planned for August.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Thomas to West Virginia University, College of Law, 101 Law School Drive, Morgantown, WV 26506.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.barlow bonsall.com.
Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home, Charleston, W.Va., has been entrusted with the arrangements.