Merill Andrew "Rocky" Morgan Jr.
Merill Andrew "Rocky" Morgan Jr.
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May 22, 1943 – February 27, 2025
Erin, New York
Merill, Jr, age 81 went to be with his Heavenly Father on Thursday, February 27, 2025. Merill was born May 22, 1943 in Elmira, son of the late Merill A. Morgan, Sr and Arloine Mae (Hawley) Morgan. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his father-in-law and mother-in-law Willam Basil & Gladys L. (Wood) Spiak; stepmother Beatrice "Bonnie" (Seeley) Morgan; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Rosson Wood, Ronnie Perry, Charles Robert & Gladys (Spiak) Hart, William & Lorraine Spiak, Richard Duane & Barbara Spiak and John Arthur Spiak. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Mary F. (Spiak) Morgan; son Tom (JoLynn) Morgan of Elmira Heights; daughter Melissa (Fred) Morgan-Beaver of Elmira Heights; grandchildren Justin B. Munson of Horseheads, Brendan (Olivia) Morgan of Marion, IL, Lauren (Matt) Morgan-Reilly of North Tonawanda, NY; great grandchildren Mya Jade Munson, Justin B. Munson, Jr. and Emma Rose Munson all of Horseheads; siblings Sandra Perry of Hubbard, OH, Jacqueline E. Wood of Jamestown, TN, Dianna (Lee) Vert of Pine City and Scott (Susan) Morgan of Richland, NY; brother-in-law and sister-in-law David & Roseanna Truesdale of Horseheads along with several nieces and nephews; special friends Howard (Lana) Weiburg and Joan Lyon Ayers. Merill graduated from Southside High School in 1962 where he participated on the football, wrestling and track teams. After high school, he was employed with Elm Chevrolet. From there he moved on to Thatcher Glass (Anchor Glass) from which he retired as a machine repairman after 35 years of service. Merill enjoyed boating, camping, traveling with his grandchildren in the RV to many different locations on the east coast. He also enjoyed camping for the Leon Morgan Family Reunion which was held every year at Ives Run in PA. Merill enjoyed talking on the Ham radio to people across the world. His call sign was WB2HBC. He was a member of the Breesport Baptist Church. Family and friends are invited to visit Walter J. Kent Funeral Home, 858 Lake St. at Washington Ave., Elmira on Tuesday, March 4th from 11 am to 1 pm. His funeral service will be held at 1 pm. Rev. Doug Foreman will officiate. Committal prayers and interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery.
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Jeff & Judy
March 6, 2025
We are so sorry to hear of Rocky´s passing. We had loads of fun together and have many cherished memories with he and Mary. Love, Jeff & Judy
Dave & Janet Tanner
March 3, 2025
Our hearts are saddened of our friend, Rocky!
Taught us about boating. Have so many good memories of boating on Seneca Lake.
Our time at church is cherished. Praise God.
Blessings and prayers to the family.
Dave Jan
Brenda Munson Bell
March 2, 2025
Mary, Tom & Missy:
My love and hugs are with you all. There are wonderful memories of our 2 families over many years. The best one of Rocky and Phil holding their newborn grandson!
The guys are now together at Jesus feet...that´s the wonderful ending and glorious beginning.
Brenda Munson Bell
Sandra Chamberlain
March 2, 2025
So glad Rocky that you are at peace now. Hope you and Herb are having a great time reminiscing.
Thanks for all you done for everyone.
Sandy Chamberlain sister of Sherry and Herb Morgan
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Jacqueline E. Morgan Wood
February 28, 2025
You are going to be so missed, my dear brother.
J Jeff Spurling Jr.
February 28, 2025
Tom and Missy,
I was so saddened to hear of your dad´s passing today. But I was also comforted to hear of his continued faithfulness. I look forward to one day seeing the big smile that was so big his eyes were almost shut - that´s my recollection.
You and your families will be in my prayers.
J (Jeff) Spurling Jr.
Dennis Paul
February 28, 2025
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