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Tallahassee - Answering God's call home, Retired Major James Morgan, Jr. transitioned on Monday, May 6, 2019, surrounded by his loving wife and family. Major Morgan was a trailblazer and a titan in the field of Law Enforcement, and a role model to many in the community. He was the third African-American hired as a deputy with the Leon County Sheriff's Office and was the first African-American promoted to the rank of Major within LCSO. Subsequent to his retirement from the LCSO, Morgan served with the Gadsden County Sheriff's Office for more than 13 years. Major Morgan's combined service in law enforcement was extraordinary and totaled almost 50 years.
James leaves behind his loving and devoted wife, Joann Morgan; four children, James Morgan III, Keith Morgan, Brenda Morgan Mills and Altamead Morgan, all of Tallahassee; brother, Albert Bouie of Deland, FL; sister, Shirley Bouie of Tallahassee, FL; grandchildren, Rekeysha Johnson, Ashley Mills, James Morgan IV, Reshard Mills, Sakeitra Morgan, Markeisha Morgan and Shaclara Morgan; 12 great grandchildren and a host of other family of friends that loved him dearly.
James was preceded in death by his parents, Alberta Bouie and James Morgan, Sr. and his sister, Dorothy Thomas.
Funeral service will be Saturday, May 18, 2019, 11:00 A.M. at Bethel A.M.E. Church, 501 W. Orange Avenue Tallahassee, FL with burial at Southside Cemetery.
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Joanne sadberry- Stokes
May 3, 2020
Major Morgan was a wonderful person,GREAT TO EVERYONE
May 21, 2019
Major Morgan was a great man. I had dealings with him and remember what a genuine person he was. I was installing something in his house and I asked him why he did not move. His answer was that the neighborhood folks were his folks and that he wanted to be with his own people. I always respected that in him
Cynthia Bennett
May 21, 2019
My condolences to the family. I'm so sorry for your loss. My God strengthen the Morgan's family through your most difficult time. God BLESS the family.
Bettye and Pastor Lee Harris
May 18, 2019
Our prayers and deepest sympathy goes with the entire family during your time of bereavement.Elder and Mrs. Lee Harris.
Richard Ash II
May 17, 2019
Thank you Major, for being a pioneer in Law Enforcement. It's because of your sacrifices that I'm able to work in this profession. Take your rest sir 10-7 we have it from here.
Frederick & Alice Paramore
May 17, 2019
Our deepest sympathy to the Morgan family. We were sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Morgan. May the Lord shower you with his blessings and give you strength and comfort during your bereavement.
Deborah English
May 17, 2019
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Phyllis Edwards
May 17, 2019
Joann, Brenda and Mead
May God comfort you. and your family during this difficult time.
David Brand
May 17, 2019
I served with Major Morgan for decades. He was not only a career professional but a leader and role model. I'm proud to have called him my friend.
Jessie and Brenda Christie
May 16, 2019
Heartfelt condolences are extended to the Morgan family in the loss of your loved one. Keith, we are praying for and with you. Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.
BARBARA BRYANT
May 16, 2019
To the Morgan family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Barbara Grant and Family
May 16, 2019
Mrs. Morgan, I worked with your husband for a long time. He was a special person and friend. He and I had lots of laughs together.
I will be praying for you and family.
Shirley Harvey. Tallahassee
Hester Copeland
May 16, 2019
Brenda hold on to God unchanged hand.it celebrate to know that God don't make no mistake.an for you to have your father that long is blessing when I first started at jail.he was major.it going to hard Day's come God can handle it.you just have to believe and trust him.
May 16, 2019
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
Malissa Williford
May 16, 2019
Ms. Joann and family, wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Joanne Sadberry-Stokes/lcso
May 16, 2019
I extend my deepest sympathy to Altamead and family.Major Morgan was a wonderful person and friend.I am so sorry for your loss.May God bless you all.
Ernestine and elijah Wilson
May 16, 2019
Rest in peace major Morgan. We love you but god love you best.
Uvonka Armstead
May 16, 2019
I extend my deepest sympathy to Ashley Mills and family during this time. May God grant you strength during this time. You all loved him but God loves him best.
Willie C. Fagg
May 16, 2019
My condolences to the Morgan Family. I had the privilege of speaking with Major Morgan on many occasions while he was working in Gadsden County and I found him to be a man of integrity, humor, and wisdom. You are in my prayers.
Mr. & Mrs. Julius Fisher & Family
May 16, 2019
May each of you find comfort and peace in God's Holy Word.
May 16, 2019
A Giant and Legend indeed in the LCSO. It takes a lot of courage to be a Trailblazer, especially in the law enforcement field. I count it as a blessing to have known a man of integrity such as Major James Morgan.
God Bless.
Pennie Blair
May 16, 2019
With Deepest Sympathy,
Pennie Blair
Tampa, FL
Catina Smith-Farley
May 15, 2019
Sending prayers and condolences to the family..Major Morgan Sip
Leroy Alexx Williams
May 13, 2019
R.I.P., M.J.M.J., I did not know him that well, however, I know his sister Shirley. To the Family; I send my Love, Joy, Hope, Peace and Blessings for Comfort.
(Love to All). L.A.W.
Yvonne Robinson
May 13, 2019
Dear Morgan Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of James Jimmy' Morgan.
My name is Yvonne LaDoris Edwards Robinson , native of Tallahassee, Miami, And now Atlanta, Ga.
I grew up with Jimmy, and hDorothy Mae. We were all great childhood friends. I lived across the street, Keith Street, from their Grandmother Mrs Molly Thomas, Granddad, Mr. Tom and their Dad Mr. Morgan. That house on Keith St burned down and we rebuilt another home over on Saxon St and I lived there until I married in 1957 and moved with my husband who was stationed at Homestead AFB Fl. Mrs. Morgan I think we might have met, My family and I were traveling and we stopped at the house next to St John Baptist church looking for Shelley Ann and Jimmy and Jimmy and you lived just right across the street and you'll came ut to greet us, please accept my family deepest condolences and prayers for you and your families lost. I would loved to have called but I could not find a phone number. When you'll have settled down a bit we would love to hear from you, Shelly Ann or Bobby. Shelly Ann And Bobby will not know me because they were babies when I moved from Tallahassee.
All of us extend our love to your family,
LaDoris
404-346-0965
Donna Guy
May 13, 2019
Those we hold closest to our hearts never truly leave us. They live on in the kindness they have shared and the love they brought into our lives. It was a great pleasure to work with Major Morgan he taught us so much and he will never be forgotten. My prayers to Brenda and her family.
Barbara Anders
May 11, 2019
Condolences to the family of James Morgan.
We were so proud of Jimmy and his achievements in law enforcement.
May you find comfort in the knowledge that he is now in Eternal Rest.
Barbara E. Anders
FAMU High 1956
Carrie Lewis
May 10, 2019
May God continue to comfort you during this time of bereavement. He was well loved and a pillar to getting me to attend church on Sunday mornings. Praying for everyone. We love you. Carrie and family!
May 10, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the Morgan family.
Major Morgan was a light when I worked with him at LCSO and always had a sense of humor.
He will be missed and I will treasure the memories. Your journey and service is over my friend. Enjoy the presence of the Almighty.
S. Ganey
Kathy Rogers
May 9, 2019
Major Morgan was always such a gentleman and had a smile and hug for me every time I saw him. I'd had missed him since I retired 3 years ago. Hate to hear about the families loss. Prayers for comfort and peace for you all.
Patricia Plummer (LCSO)
May 9, 2019
To Brenda, Altamead and the family:
Retired Major James Morgan Jr., will be remembered as a giant in the field of Law Enforcement and Corrections. He was my major at Leon County Sheriff's Office and has truly made an impact on many individuals, especially deputies and officers in surrounding counties.
A Public Servant, Major Morgan dedicated his life to serving the citizens in Leon and Gadsden County. Most importantly, he was a provider and loved his family.
Major Morgan, has been a husband, father, grandfather and leader. Unfortunately, the time has come to retire his "earthly badge" and put on his full armor for God.
Psalm 121(1-2), I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help.
My help cometh from the Lord, which made heaven and earth.
Morgan Family, pray to God for strength. He will wipe away tears, ease your pain and surround your family with his angels during your bereavement.
May 9, 2019
My condolences to the Morgan Family...Mrs. Morgan Jimmy Kimble and family will keep you and your family in prayers. Jimmy Kimble the (Rattlerman loved your husband, he call him Flashlight! What a great mentor and leader. He will be missed! Jimmy&Lawanda Kimble
Erlene Craft
May 9, 2019
To the family,
I have sadness in my heart for your loss,our God makes no mistake he needed a great man in heaven and he chose Major Morgan. Family be strong and our God will do the rest.
ELDER JOE COLSON, JR AND FAMILY
May 9, 2019
PRAYER ARE WITH YOU'LL!
Glenn Sapp
May 9, 2019
I would like to extend my sincere condolences to the family of a great man and mentor Major James Morgan Jr. Maj Morgan was a trailblazer in law enforcement in Leon County and was a mentor and adviser to me and many others. He had some of the best people skills of any professional I ever worked with. He will be greatly missed. God bless the family.Chief Glenn SappQuincy Police Department
Reggie Perkins
May 9, 2019
Mrs. Morgan & Family;
I send my deepest condolences to you and your family about the passing of your husband, Major James Morgan Jr. He was one of the most patient and giving individuals that I've ever met in my life. I always viewed him as a second Father figure when we were neighbors back in the 70's and I'll continue to include his name in my conversations about stalwarts of Bond Community. Even though I moved away from Tallahassee in the fall of 1977 and didn't move back until the summer of 2005, he didn't hesitate for one second when I asked for his reference for employment with Leon County Schools. Heaven has a wonderful Law Enforcement Officer personnel to welcome now!
With Sympathy;
Reginuer "Reggie" Perkins & Family
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