of Paris, AR
January 9, 1942 - June 9, 2018
Mary Lou Morris of Paris, Arkansas passed away on June 9, 2018 with Alzheimer's. She was born January 9, 1942 in Paris, Arkansas to the late Matthew Curtis and Hattie (Johnson) Paris. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, her sister, Patsy Turner, grandmother and grandfather, Matthew and Ollie Johnson who raised her and her siblings.
Mary was a member of the First Christian Church in Paris. She was a stay at home mom while her children were young. She retired from Peterbilt Motors in Denton, Texas. She was the sweetest person I have ever known.
Mary loved genealogy and traced her family back to a General in Washington's Army who had a brother that signed the Declaration of Independence. Mary was very proud of her ancestors. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She loved the outdoors, golfing, boating, fishing and gardening with her husband.
Mary is survived by her husband of 58 years, Douglas L. Morris, four children, Cathy Krauss and husband Doug of Magazine, Arkansas, Mark A. Morris and wife Viktoriya of Denton, Texas, Scott A. Morris of Haslet, Texas and Roger A. Morris of Haslet, Texas. She was known as MaMa to her grandchildren, Emily, Nicholas, Chole, Carson, and Sophia Morris. She is also survived by two brothers, Johnny and wife Gene Johnson of Hackett, Arkansas and R.L. ''Butch: and wife Kay Johnosn of Paris, Arkansas.
Mary's celebration of life service will be held at the Roller Funeral Home Chapel in Paris, Arkansas on Monday, June 11, 2018 from 5:00-7:00 P.M.. The funeral service will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday morning at Roller Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor H.C. Varnadore officiating. Burial will follow in Baxley Cemetery in Paris under the direction of Roller Funeral Home. Online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/paris
Serving as pallbearers are Bill Warren, Max Robberson, Steve Forbis, Ron Trusty, Leon Askins and Dan Grey
Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 10411 W. Markham, Suite 130, Little Rock, AR 72205-1409 or the Community Outreach Services, 317 West Walnut Street, Paris, AR 72855.
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18 Condolence(s)
Barbatra and Clark Sherwin
Friday, June 15, 2018
So sad to hear the bad news. Our prayers are with you and family
Jim Schneider
Thursday, June 14, 2018
Doug,
Please accept my sincere sympathy in the loss of your precious Mary Lou. Praying for peace and comfort for you and the family.
Charles and Anne Hart Allen
Tuesday, June 12, 2018
Dear Doug and Family, We are so saddened to learn of our loss of Mary Lou. We have fond memories of her, from many years ago to the present. She was so vivacious growing up. Her loving persona remains with us. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Your faith, your family, and your friends are your sources of peace, strength, and comfort. Charles and Anne
Larry and Carolyn Turney
Tuesday, June 12, 2018
We have fond memories of good times with Mary and Doug. Our prayers are with the family.
Linda Hixson
Monday, June 11, 2018
My sincere condolences to all the family during this difficult time. Peace be with you all.
Charlene moore
Monday, June 11, 2018
Sorry for your loss my prayers are with you
Michael D Turk
Monday, June 11, 2018
See you in are next Life,May the lord Jesus be with you./Your friend mike Turk
Ashley Watts
Monday, June 11, 2018
Doug,
I am so sorry for your family's loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ashley
Susan E. Johnson
Sunday, June 10, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Heaven's gained another little angel!
William Paul Fitzjurls
Sunday, June 10, 2018
Will be missed
Jerry Nichols
Sunday, June 10, 2018
Sorry for your loss. Rememberr Mary Lou in high school. She was part of the drug store crowd after school. A very sweet and cheerful lady.
Donna Taylor
Sunday, June 10, 2018
Praying that God's love and the knowledge that your mother is in His precious arms will ease the pain of your loss. We grieve with you, Cathy.
Bobby Hatfield
Sunday, June 10, 2018
Dearest Cathy, you are in our hearts and prayers.
Mike
Sunday, June 10, 2018
Bless your family , love your family. Protect your heart's
Lester & Valerie Gore
Saturday, June 9, 2018
May this beautiful lady have eternal rest and joy in God's care.
Celeste Fox
Saturday, June 9, 2018
Doug & Family,
You have my sincerest sympathy. May God bless you and console you during this difficult time.
Celeste Fox
Millissia Jones
Saturday, June 9, 2018
Doug and family. Mary Lou was the sweetest lady around. She was always soft spoken and had a smile for everyone. Prayers for your time dealing with all the arrangements.
Elizabeth Moore
Saturday, June 9, 2018
Your in our prayers