Billy Truitt Morrison

Billy Truitt Morrison obituary

Billy Truitt Morrison

Billy Morrison Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home, Fairfield on Jan. 6, 2026.
Billy Truitt Morrison, age 83, was born on October 18, 1942, and passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026. He went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Billy is preceded in death by his father, Green M. Morrison; his mother, Ollie E. Hobbs; and his brothers, James W. Simpson, Alvin J. Simpson and Charles E. Simpson.

He is lovingly survived by his daughters, Leana Newell and husband George, and Lynn Cochran and husband Brent; his son, Mitchell Morrison; his grandchildren, Garrett Newell and his wife Victoria, and Lauren Cochran, and his great granddaughter, Evangeline Newell. Brother, Johnny Tyler and wife Angela; sister Dianne Bell and husband Mike.

Billy will be remembered for his love of family, his faith, and the steady presence he was to those who knew him. He legacy lived on through the generations he leaves behind and the memories shared by all who loved him.

Memorial service will be 11:00 am Saturday, January 17, 2026, at River of Life Family Worship.

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

Sign Billy Morrison's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

January 16, 2026

Mike and Dianne Bell posted to the memorial.

January 8, 2026

Jenny Hays posted to the memorial.

January 6, 2026

Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home, Fairfield posted an obituary.

2 Entries

Mike and Dianne Bell

January 16, 2026

My deepest sympathies on the loss of your dad.

Jenny Hays

January 8, 2026

Sorry for your loss, may God be with you and your family.

Jenny Hays, Zack, Tiffany, Brynlynn, and Wrenley Reece

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results

Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home, Fairfield

450 E Main St, Fairfield, TX 75840

Make a Donation
in Billy Morrison's name

How to support Billy'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 Billy Morrison'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 Billy Morrison's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

January 16, 2026

Mike and Dianne Bell posted to the memorial.

January 8, 2026

Jenny Hays posted to the memorial.

January 6, 2026

Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home, Fairfield posted an obituary.