Thomas Morris

1942 - 2024

Thomas Morris obituary, 1942-2024, Corpus Christi, TX

Thomas Morris

1942 - 2024

BORN

1942

DIED

2024

Thomas Morris Obituary

Visit the Sawyer-George Funeral Home website to view the full obituary.

Thomas Edward Morris Sr., 82, of Corpus Christi, TX went to be with our Heavenly Father on July 4th, 2024. He was a beloved son, husband, father and grandfather. He was born in Upland, Pennsylvania on January 31, 1942 to Bernard and Elizabeth Morris. Tom graduated from Chichester High School in 1959. At 17 years old he joined the United States Army and was enlisted from 1959-1962. He was ranked E5 and was stationed in Ankara, Turkey. Tom also was in the United States Army Reserves. He went on to study accounting at Widener University and graduated from there in 1974.

He worked at numerous jobs over the years, including Sunroc, Boeing, Sun Oil Company, Koch Refinery, and Century 21 Real Estate. He was a member at Arlington Heights Church of Christ.

Tom is preceded in death by his parents Bernard and Elizabeth Morris.Tom is survived by his wife Luanne Morris of 27 years, his children Tom Morris Jr., John (Frankie) Morris , Jennifer Bero, Billy (Taylor) Ashby, Robby (Bonnie) Ashby and Kara (Cory) Baker and his grandchildren, Jette, Jonah, Aspen, Riggs, Darcy, Deryn, Savannah, Brody, Tanner, Ainsley, Charlie, William, Oliver, Owen, and Everett.

Tom was a loving, generous, hardworking man with a great sense of humor. Tom enjoyed cooking, gardening, going out to eat, watching TV, and spending time with his family. He was a big jokester and loved to make everyone laugh. He was very involved with Boy Scouts as an adult leader for Troop 52. His favorite holiday was Christmas and he loved decorating his house and wearing Christmas t-shirts. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privledge of knowing him.

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

Sawyer-George Funeral Home

12497 Leopard St, Corpus Christi, TX 78410

Make a Donation
in Thomas Morris's name

Plan and Price a Funeral

Create a funeral plan and price estimate in less than 5 minutes.

How to support Thomas's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
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
Resources to help you cope with loss
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
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Thomas Morris'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

Sponsored

Plan and Price a Funeral

Create a funeral plan and price estimate in less than 5 minutes.