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Vernon H. Morgan
1920 - 2006
Vernon H. Morgan
1920 - 2006
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BORN
1920
DIED
2006
Vernon Morgan Obituary
Vernon was a Veteran of World War ll, and was severly wounded in the Battle of the Bulge in Germany. He overcame the doctors predictions who told him he would never walk again. He laughingly would comment “They gave me a rifle and told me to shoot at someone and I wasn’t mad at anybody.” He was a successful businessman, operating the Lion Oil Jobbership for Dallas County. He became interested in timberland and bought and managed his timber investments until the last day of his life. He believed in conservation and in leaving the land better off than when he bought it.
The family has requested no flowers, but if you feel compelled any gift would be appreciated to Alzheimers Research.
Burial will be at a little cemetery on the farm where Vernon was born near his beloved Goathead Deer Camp, casual dress required. Arrangements are by Benton Funeral Home of Fordyce. To sign the online register visit www.bentonfuneralhome.com
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Bill Stringfellow
August 28, 2006
Henry, I'm sorry to hear of your loss. May God give you and your family Grace during this time.
John & Angie(Freer) Rich
August 24, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Kermit & Celesta Puterbaugh
August 24, 2006
Just wanted to let you know that our prayers are with your family at this time. May God Bless & Keep You in his care. Kermit & Ken always enjoyed visiting with Mr. Vernon.
Pam Lack-Bland
August 21, 2006
My dear Henry and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your father's death. I will have you in my thoughts and understand the loss of those that were big in our lives.
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Bonnie (Jones)Nott
August 19, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Margie Wright
August 11, 2006
Deepest sympathy to the family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Margie(McCann)Wright(Benton,Ar)
and Patricia(McCann)Smithpeters(Arkadel
phia, Ar)
James E. "Jimmy" & Sharron Harris
August 10, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole Morgan family at this time of loss.
Peggy & Doug Kershaw
August 9, 2006
Henry and Veda:
We would like to express our most sincere condolences on the loss of your father and also let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Carol & Ted Higginbotham
August 9, 2006
Imogene & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. I have fond memories of all the years I waited on the both of you at FB&T before we moved from Fordyce. Ted & I will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Jimmy & Donna Jones
August 9, 2006
Henry & Family, We are saddened to hear that Mr. Vernon has passed. Mr. Vernon has always been a good friend to me and my family. Dallas County has lost a good man. God bless you and your family. Sincerely, Jimmy Jones, Dallas County Judge
dana kervin hardman
August 9, 2006
Dana Kervin Hardman
Todd and Danna Roark
August 8, 2006
Dear Morgan Family,
We are saddened to learn of the death of Mr. Vernon. He was a great man and a great friend to both of our families. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God bring you comfort in this time of extreme sorrow.
Todd and Danna Roark
Caran Curry
August 8, 2006
Dear Henry, I was sorry to learn of your father's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your sister.
Will Steed
August 8, 2006
I am sorry for your loss. Please let me know if I can do anything.
Becky Green-Starnes
August 7, 2006
Our deepest sympathies during this difficult time. Mr. Vernon's mother and my great grandmother were sisters.
Melanie Hearnsberger McClain
August 7, 2006
I am saddened to hear of your loss but thankful for the many years he enjoyed. When I read of the burial site, I remembered our wonderful scout trips to the deer camp. How nice of your Dad to share that favorite place with your friends. All of you are in my thoughts.
Linda Allen
August 7, 2006
Henry & Veda:
My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family today. It certainly has been a pleasure knowing Vernon. He will always be in my memories.
Mary Glass Gordon
August 7, 2006
Rebecca, Henry & Imogene, Family
He and my dad talked lumber a lot in the olden days.. Your mom is a jewel. I really cared for them. May be Lord give you peace in this time of loss. Love you Rebecca
Glinda Smith
August 7, 2006
Henry,our heart goes out to you and your family in this time of need. Mr. Morgan will be greatly missed around the Goathead Hunting Camp. Donnie Smith,William Banister,Mark Wilson,Steve Brothers,Lottie Ammons
Kay Shankles
August 7, 2006
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Susan (Anthony) Rice
August 7, 2006
Henry and Family--
So sorry to hear of your father's passing. Will keep you and your family in my prayers. Your father will be remembered as a wonderful and special person who touched many people in such a positive way. What a great legacy.
RONDELL & SHARON HARRISON
August 7, 2006
Rebecca, Henry and extended familes,
Over the years, we visited with Vernon and Imo in their home and shared some good ham sandwiches. We enjoyed their humor and always left with a new understanding of economics. Vernon taught anyone who came by....ECONOMICS 102. He will be missed. We love you all.
Ruth Freer Rothwell
August 7, 2006
Our deepest sympathy to each of you. I am reminded of the many good times and hard times mother told us when she lived with Uncle Henry & Aunt Lucy and the family. God Bless you all during this time.
Chris & Paula O'Mary
August 7, 2006
Imogene, Henry and Family -
So sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Vernon. He and my Dad spent a good amount of time together on the golf course and just visiting at the Goathead.
We're thinking of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Clayton&Jean Cochran
August 7, 2006
Extending deep and heartfelt sympathy to the family. Thinking of you and praying God will send you peace in this difficult time. May God give you the comfort ony HE is able to give. In HIS Love,
Becky Ursery
August 7, 2006
Vernon was a great guy. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Rowdy, Becky, Billy Bob, Aubrey and Travis
nancy carroll
August 7, 2006
Rebecca, I am sorry to hear of your
loss. I will always remember your
kindness when we were in school.
Nancy Garlington Carroll
Iris Neal Tate
August 7, 2006
Rebecca, My thoughts are with you during this very sad time. It is so difficult to lose your parents. I never knew your Dad but you are certainly included in my fondest memories of college days.
Bart Langford
August 7, 2006
Mr. Vernon was a credit to the land & timber industry. He will be missed. You all are in my prayers.
Mary Schroeder
August 7, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you experience the sadness of the passing of this wonderful man.
Mary and Bill Schroeder
August 6, 2006
Brady, Terra, Taylor, and Payne Nutt
Ray and Eunice Watson Pierce
August 6, 2006
Our deepest sympathy to the family.
You are in our prayers and thoughts.
Roy and Janell Ray
August 6, 2006
Roy and I are very sorry about Vernon's death. They loved to talk with one another when they met. Told tall tales, etc. Our prayers are with you all.
Jack Thomas
August 6, 2006
Henry, Rebecca, and the Morgan family,
I was deeply saddened to learn of Vernon's passing. I remember him well when I was growing up in Fordyce, and always thought him to be a fine gentleman and wonderful business leader. I offer each of you my greatest sympathy, and want you to know that I will remember you in my thoughts and prayers.
Best and respectfully,
The Staff of Benton Funeral Home
August 6, 2006
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
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