Claude Morton Obituary
Born June 15, 1938, in Lewisburg, TN, he was the son of the late Carl Morton and Fannie McKelvey Morton. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening. Claude also loved playing the guitar.
Survivors include his wife, Melba Wise Morton; daughters, Donna Spencer, Darlene Spencer, Diane Morton and Julie Maddox; brother, Carl Morton Jr.; sister, Carlene Cheeves; 10 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his son, Tony Morton and sisters, Sarah Brown and Edna Luna.
BILLS-MCGAUGH & HAMILTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY is honored to assist the family with cremation arrangements. Notes of sympathy may be offered online at www.billsmcgaugh.com.
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755 Yell Road, Lewisburg, TN 37091
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