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Gavin Morrison Obituary
Funeral services will be 4 p.m. Wednesday, August 25, 2010, at McNett Funeral Home Chapel in Andrews, Texas. The Rev. Jeff Boxx of Calvary Baptist Church in Odessa will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews West Cemetery under the direction of McNett Funeral Home.
Gavin was born September 17, 1990, in Midland, Texas. He graduated from Permian High School in Odessa in 2009. Gavin was a full-time student at Midland College and was majoring in Criminal Justice; he wanted to fight to make our world a better and safer place.
Gavin was a true soldier and disciple of Christ. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Odessa.
Gavin loved to travel. Some of his travels included trips to Australia and to Europe with the People to People, student ambassador program. Gavin loved to hunt and go camping. He was a member of the NRA and was named to the Who's Who among High School Students. Gavin loved to hear all of the crazy stories that his uncle, Dirk McCown would share.
Gavin was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bill and Pat Morrison, Bryan Alexander and Jerry McCown.
Gavin's legacy will be carried on by his parents, Bill and Tina Morrison of Andrews; one brother, G.K. Morrison of Andrews; Grandparents, Ronnie and Nora McClanahan of Andrews and Linda "Nanny" McCown of Paint Rock, Texas; great-grandmother, Charlene Alexander of Andrews; aunts and uncles, Dirk McCown of Paint Rock, Jay and Traci McCown of Amarillo, Texas, Bryan and Amy Hoffman of Andrews and Josh and Isadora McClanahan of Andrews; cousins, Chelsea and Lindsey Hoffman, Jayden and Jaci McCown and Cameron Emma McClanahan; and several great- aunts, uncles and cousins.
The family requests that memorial gifts be made to the American Cancer Society, The American Diabetes Foundation or your favorite charity.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gavin Morrison
Lauri Farber
August 26, 2010
G.K.and Family, I am so sorry to hear about Gavin. I did not know him, but G.K., I think the world of you. I know your hearts are hurting. I am praying for you all!
Nancy Looney
August 25, 2010
Tina and Bill,
I am so sorry for your loss. I can see in my mind Gavin and Kristen riding that little four wheeler in your backyard on Idlewood. I pray that you will drawn near to God who is the Comforter and and source for your strength.
Keith Bullard
August 25, 2010
He was an outstanding young man. I truly enjoyed having him in my class at Permian. I also enjoyed going into Academy and talking with him. My prayers are with his family.
Adrian, Terri Robles
August 25, 2010
Tina, Bill & GK...my heart aches for you. Gavin was a super sweet soul and we will miss him. Tina you and your family will always hold a special place in our hearts and we will pray for your peace. Love you all. Adrian, Terri, Austin & Michel Robles
Leta Caron
August 25, 2010
Tina & Bill my heart breaks knowing the sorrow you are feeling. Gavin was a wonderful person, please find comfort in knowing that you will see him again. My prayers are with you and your family today...
CAROLE STEVENS
August 24, 2010
Tina & Bill - Alyx and I were so saddened by Gavin's "too soon" passing. She shared stories of him with us that happened on their People to People trips. My heart cries in your loss and I pray that your sorrows will be lifted on the wings of angels.
-Carole Stevens
Tracy Sommers
August 24, 2010
Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. Gavin was a wonderful young man with such a sweet soul. We will forever remember Gavin. We love you Morrison family and are here for you.
The Sommers Family (Amarillo, TX)
Donna Barbee
August 24, 2010
Gavin was such a sweet loving young man and he will be greatly missed. I love you my birthday boy!
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