November 29, 1960 - June 29, 2017
Gregory Bruce Morse, 56, of Little Rock, AR, passed away on June 29, 2017.
He was born November 29, 1960, in Blytheville, AR, to L. D. Morse and Lois Brawley Morse. Greg is survived by his wife of 30 years, Missy Clark Morse; two sons, Clark and Carter, all of Little Rock; his dad, L. D. (Georgia) Morse; one brother, Bryan (Pam) Morse; one sister Debby (Rodney) Tucker; four nieces, Shannon (Mike) O'Neal of North Little Rock, AR; Courtney (Scott) Greene of Little Rock, AR; Terra (Jamey) Massey of Rogers, AR; Annacaye Clark of Springdale, AR; two nephews, Kyle (Morgan) Clark of Springdale, AR; Wells Clark of Fayetteville, AR; three great nieces, Jazmin O'Neal of North Little Rock, AR; and Sophie and Stella Greene of Little Rock, AR, which he loved dearly. He is preceded in death by his mother, Lois Brawley Morse, and his beloved dog, Gunner. He left behind a host of family and friends.
Greg worked for the James H. Penick Boys & Girls Club for more than 32 years. When he was 15 years old he began working as a volunteer, coaching basketball and baseball. He then started working part-time in the concession stand, as gate keeper, grounds keeper, and numerous other jobs until finally working his way up to Unit Director nearly 20 years ago.
Visitation will be Wednesday, July 5, from 6-8pm at Roller Chenal, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, AR.
Funeral Service at Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church, 4823 Woodlawn Drive, Little Rock, AR, Thursday, July 6, at 10:00am. Burial will be at Forest Hills Cemetery on Highway 5 following the service where Greg will be laid to rest next to his mother.
There will be a Boys & Girls Club visitation also on Thursday, July 6, from 5:30 6:30pm at the James H. Penick Boys & Girls Club at 1201 Leisure Place.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Greg Morse Memorial Fund set up at Centennial Bank, send to P.O. Box 23091, Little Rock, AR 72221. All Proceeds will benefit the James H. Penick Boys & Girls Club.
So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the words spoken at Revelation 21:3,4"With that I heard a loud voice from the throne say: “Look! The tent of God is with mankind, and he will reside with them, and they will be his people. And God himself will be with them. And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.
I was so sad to hear of Greg's passing. He was such a pleasant and fun guy. I have many fond memories of Greg from the Boy's Club. Prayers for you, Missy, and your sons.
Missy, I am so sorry to hear of Greg's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Reading Rev. 21:3, 4 and John 5:25 have always brought me comfort, and hopefully will do the same for you.
Missy praying for you and your sons and family.. he was a good man I enjoyed working with hims years ago.,
so sorry for your loss. you are in my prayers and thoughts. god bless your family with love, comfort and peace...love
The family of Greg M. Please accept my condolences on behalf of the Freeman family. My brothers and parents witnessed Greg's involvement in the lives of young people
Shocked to hear of Greg's passing.
Great mentor and friend.
Gonna miss him!
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time of loss.
To Greg Morse family my deepest condolences for your lost and our prayers are with you. My son and I always spoke about him giving my son his first job ever working in the concession stand at Penick Boys and Girls club he helped every child attending, we all will miss him dearly. Rest In Peace my brother job well done.
Missy, prayers for you, Clark and Carter in this difficult time
Greg's life was spent in service to kids. His legacy lives on through them. Thinking of his family and friends at this time and praying for comfort and peace.
I was saddened to hear of Greg's passing. I remember him from my childhood days at Penick Boys club . He always had a smile on his face and loved working with kids. He will be greatly missed by all who were fortunate enough to have crossed his path. Prayers for his family through this difficult time.
Please accept our most sincere sympathy in the loss of Greg, more commonly known as "GG" at our house. Such a great man who was blessed with the desire and ability to work with the youth of our community for so many years. Hugs and prayers to his sweet wife Missy and his two wonderful boys, Clark and Carter. The Penick Boys Club will never be the same.
To Missy and the Boys,
My sincere condolences go out to you during the passing of GG. Pennick was my sons 2nd home 10 years ago ...It was because of the leadership of Greg that so many people felt comfortable leaving their kids each day . When I learned of Gregs passing it was from one young man who Greg had given his 1st job to.Gregs legacy will live on in the youth of Pennick . Over 30 Years at doing something is obvious that he was compassionate about his purpose.The City of Little Rock and Pennick will have a hard time filling his shoes. I pray that in the days ahead you will find strength!
Respectfully Sent,
Kyle's Mom
You all are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. GG had such an impact on so many, we are thankful for the love, and friendship, and guidance that he has given Brittany during the time they had together at the Penick Boys & Girls Club and for always including her in your family gatherings. We are here for you all at any time. We love ya'll!
"GG" was one of our granddaughter's champions. We began rearing Karmyn after our daughter was brutally taken from us in March 2014. Due to Karmyn's special needs (development disability with autistic tendencies), we needed an atmosphere that was less structured than a traditional day care, yet still well-supervised, for her after-school care while we are at work. "GG" and the rest of the staff at Penick Boys & Girls Club welcomed her with open arms and watchful eyes. She has continued to thrive, in part because they were willing to take a chance on her. When we told Karmyn of his passing, she said, "He will come back to us with my Mama when God comes back. We will miss him but he is happy." In her innocence, she often gets things so very right. Our prayers go out to his family and friends. Nathan and Terry Bearden & Karmyn Ivey
Missy -So very saddened to hear of your loss. Greg was fun and joyful in high school and that same happy face greeted me when I last saw him at the Boys & Girls Club. You could tell the kids just adored him. He was a true blessing. Prayers for you and your precious boys.
Missy and sons, I was so saddened to learn of Greg's death. My sons played every sport at Penick so it's always been dear to me because of Greg. I just saw him Monday because of a scouting program I do there every Monday. My prayers go with you and I pray for Gods comfort to give you peace. I will miss him as many others will as their lives were touched by Greg and his always smiling face. Blessings to you and your sons.
My condolences to the Morse family. I remember Greg well as my son attended Penick Boys club. And my son (Brandon) was a childhood friend of Carter's. Thank you for sharing Greg with so many children. I know he made a difference in so many of their lives. RIP
My condolences and prayers for Missy the boys and rest of the family. I am so sorry for your loss! Greg was a great man.
My deepest sympathy! Such a blessing to me and my boys. Rest in Love!
Greg, thank you for your love and joy. You welcomed us and led by example.
Thank you for being Julie's "assistant" coach for Rachel like no one else. I see Harrison and Carter running up and down the court. I see your white suburban picking up Thomas at school to arrive at the club early for practice.
Popcorn never tasted so good at 7:30 am. Those were special times. Countless families just like us. Your spirit is with us GG.
Missy, Clark and Carter, we send our love. May the Peace of Christ blanket you.
Love,
Jeff, Julie, Thomas, Harrison, Rachel and George
My Dear Missy,
I only wish I could have had the pleasure of meeting and knowing your Greg, I can tell by reading this that he was a super, awesome person and wonderful husband and father. He sounds a lot like my Greg. Wish so much that I could come and see you, just please know you and family are in my thoughts and prayers. God be with you and yours sweetie!
You will be missed Greg
Dearest Missy and family, my heart aches for you and your family. My prayers and thoughts are with each of you.
Dear Morse family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
We were both shocked to hear this and continue to keep y'all in our prayers
Misty, we are so sorry for the loss of your Greg. We love you & the boys.
Missy my heart is breaking for you and the boys! Praying for your family.
I knew Greg from school but reconnected through the boys club once I had children. What a great man he was! I know his crown has many jewels. God speed.
May God bless and comfort you all. GG was a great person and a very positive influence on the kids at the boys club. He looked after and cared about all of those kids, including mine. His absence is such a hard loss for all of us. Thank you for sharing him with our children!!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jacob, Joe,&Josh Banks
Dearerst Missy~ no words can express how much we hurt for you and your family. You all touched so many lives through Penick and became a part of so many families through the friendships formed. Our prayers and thoughts are with you my friend. Love Vicki and Greg King
Missy, Clark, and Carter- I'm sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in my prayers.
Debbie Arrington
Missy, I am so sorry for your loss. Greg made such a difference in so many kids lives, and he will be missed. Prayers for strength and peace for you and the boys.
Missy, Pam, Bryan, and all your dear family, I am so sorry about your Greg and send my heartfelt condolences. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. May Jesus bless and keep you ever near....
Missy,Clark and Carter please except my sincerest condolence. Greg is definitely in the coaches Hall of Fame because he is one of the best ♥ï¸
Missy,Clark and Carter please except my sincerest condolence. Greg is definitely in the coaches Hall of Fame because he is one of the best ♥ï¸
Miss Missy and boys, you know Annie and Richard and I are thinking of you guys. Sounds so lame, but we are and are so sad. A lot of history there! Please let us know if we can do anything. Love, Lee Ann
May the Peace of the Holy Spirit be with your family
Dearest Missy, Clark and Carter...
Here lies a great man who has left a wonderful legacy behind. He was larger than life and he lived it to the fullest. Now that he has gone may all the beautiful memories be a blessing to you and your children. Praying for you all.
Sending all love and prayers to the family. GG was a huge part of mine, and my brother's, life. I will always cherish my time at the Boy's club growing up. No doubt it helped mold me into the man I am today. RIL Bubba!
Missy, Clark and Carter,
I am so sorry to hear of Greg's passing. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
With much love,
Justin Donaldson
Bryan, Pam and entire Morse family-- I am so very sorry to hear this sad news! Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
God Bless!!
So sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Greg always left a positive influence on my kids. He was so kindhearted and a great guy to be around. Love and prayers to all of the family, Sandy Kane
Missy, Clark, and Carter...I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Greg was so special. I hope it gives you some comfort to know that he made such a positive difference in so many lives! Prayers for you all.
Missy, Clark and Carter,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. I enjoyed visiting with Greg when he came in Sportstop. Always had a story to tell me about the boys. He was a great friend and will be missed.
Dear Missy ~ My heart is broken for you and your boys ~ I just want you to know that you have so many people that love you and are praying for your precious family right now! May God give you the strength that surpasses all understanding now & in the difficult days ahead of you! I think about you every morning when I wake up and pray! I love you ~ Sheryl
I worked with Greg back in 80s at National Medical Rentals. I would always stop by the Boys Club for a few minutes whenever I was back in town for a quick visit. He was a friend to so many of us; kids and adults.
Dearest Missy, my heart aches for you and the family with the loss of Greg. God will give you strength to get thru this. Peace be with you.
There are no words to express our deep sympathy for your family's loss of a great man. What an impact he had on so many children and families! The Morse family was , and still is, a great example of what a family should be like, always thinking about others, while enjoying life together! Our hearts are breaking for you. Many thoughts and prayers are being said daily.
With love,
Vanya, Charles, Cameron, and Connor Gilmore
Thinking of you and your family Missy. So sorry for your loss. He will be so missed.
Nan
There will never be another one like you! I know you were a rock for so many of your kids at the Penick Boys & Girls Club over the years! I enjoyed working with you for nine years. Thank you for being my friend and introducing me to your lovely wife. May you rest in peace!
Greg was such a nice man and a wonderful asset to the Boys Club & to Little Rock. He will be missed. â¤ï¸ðŸ˜‡
Thanks for the time we shared and all you did for others...Rest well, my friend.
Missy and boys, we are so saddened to hear about Greg. We will always remember his smile each time we happened to see him someplace. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God be with you.
Jim and Brenda Terral
Wow. So very very sorry to hear of Greg passing. Super guy he was and is. Heavens got another good one.
Brian and Kathy Strickland
My heart aches for the family. May the peace of the Holy Spirit be with you. Much love, Pam
Missy:
I am so sorry for your loss...Greg was a wonderful person....as you know...I wish I had the words to comfort you...but I know there are none.
All my love to you
Michele