of Leslie, AR
January 23, 1941 - March 30, 2023
Charles William Morrison, age 82, of Leslie, Arkansas passed from this life on Thursday, March 30th, 2023 at his home. He was born in Campbell, Arkansas on January 23rd, 1941 to Clifton William "Bob" Morrison and Nellie Mamie Fendley Morrison.
Charlie was a character! He lived life to the absolute fullest and on his own terms. There was nothing more important to him than his family. He was a wonderful father, papaw, brother and beloved friend to more than can be counted. He and Pat cherished their time with all the friends and family who visited their home-everyone was always welcome. Whether you met Charlie one time or knew him his entire life, there's no doubt you have stories to share and memories you'll not soon forget!
Survivors include his daughter, Charla Rippeto (Tim) of Greenbrier; daughter in law, Jamie Ward (Steve) of Greenbrier; step children, Sherry Ragland (Mike) of Marshall and Michael Morse (Richard) of McKinney, TX; grandchildren, Sarah Blalock (Jake), Michael Morrison (Erika), Dyanah Rippeto and Aiden Rippeto; great-grandchildren, Greg Simpson, Kaylee Simpson and Theodore Morrison; siblings, Ronald Morrison (Emma) and Ritchie Morrison (Reva) and many other nieces, nephews, extended family and friends who will also mourn his passing.
Charlie is preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Nellie Morrison; Charlie was blessed with two wonderful wives throughout his lifetime, Diane R. Barrett Morrison who passed away in 1997 and Patricia Ann Oates Morrison who passed away in 2021; his son, James Gregory Morrison; grandson, Coady Defoor and infant siblings, Eileen Morrison and Jerry Lynn Morrison.
Graveside memorial services for Charlie will be 11:00 AM Saturday, April 8th, 2023 at Campbell Cemetery near Campbell, Arkansas with Bro. Bill Derickson officiating. Honorary bearers will be Charlie's coffee drinking buddies. The family invites you all to join us at Charlie's for lunch immediately after the service.
The family would like to offer a special thanks to Arkansas Hospice and their staff for the wonderful care they gave to Charlie. He looked forward to every visit. In honor of Charlie's memory, donations may be made to the Campbell Cemetery.
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33 Condolence(s)
Debbie Watts and Craig Coffey
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss. May your memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Johney Massey
Saturday, April 8, 2023
You will be missed!
Roger Massey
Friday, April 7, 2023
Charlie will be missed. God bless the family.
Jerry Massey
Friday, April 7, 2023
I’ll miss you
Dana kuykendall
Friday, April 7, 2023
You sure brought a lot of fun to my life and always a good cold beer. I always enjoyed the visits. Rest in peace. Cheers to you my cousin. See you on the other side. Much love!!! ~Dana "DK" Kuykendall and Ashley
Dana Kuykendall
Larry George
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
I’m so sorry for your loss. Our prayers for the family.
Kay Stevens
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
I worked for NSA with Diane and my husband,Lloyd and I always enjoyed the great Charlie annual crawfish get together
And running into them-at Lake Atkins
We are sorry for your loss and have you in our prayers
Jack and Leota Holsted
Monday, April 3, 2023
Prayers for comfort to Charlie's family. Lots of good memories of spending time with both Pat and Charlie. We will miss him.
Kevin Overholt
Monday, April 3, 2023
Prayers for you and yours in this time of grief.
Nancy Nancy
Monday, April 3, 2023
Sorry for your loss. Keeping the family in prayer.
Fred Buchanan
Sunday, April 2, 2023
Sorry for your loss. I just got the news.
Craig Rippeto
Sunday, April 2, 2023
He was a very good man that will be missed may he rip
Lori Schalk
Saturday, April 1, 2023
Charla and family, I am so sorry for your loss! I know how close your family was and how much your father meant to you all! Peace and blessings during the difficult time!!
Love, Lori and family!â¤ï¸ðŸ™ðŸ»
Sheila Diemer
Saturday, April 1, 2023
I will miss Charlie calling my name out every time I saw him… he was a dandy!! We will all miss him so much!! Prayers for you all!!
Jim and Charlsie McBride
Saturday, April 1, 2023
Many fond memories and lots of good times remembered with Charlie. With sympathy and prayers for family and friends.
Robin Crow
Saturday, April 1, 2023
So sorry to hear of Charlie’s passing. He will always be remembered with a smile. Prayers for his family.
Tim & Michele Smiley
Friday, March 31, 2023
So sorry for your loss ….Charlie will be missed . I loved to cut up with him .
Jeremy & Cindi Silor
Friday, March 31, 2023
We all will miss Charlie very much and our love for him will never waver
We send our love and prayers to the family, during this time. If anyone needs please just ask
Lisa nelson
Friday, March 31, 2023
So sorry to hear. He will be greatly missed We love you. Rest in peace my friend
Paula Maples
Friday, March 31, 2023
My God comfort the family in this time.So proud of his Grandchildren for taking care of there Paw Paw for long time and never wavering in their devotion. Also Jamie and everyone who helped an elderly man to die in his home with family.Awesome Family!! I know he is in heaven rejoicing.
Steve and Gay Simmons
Friday, March 31, 2023
So sorry to hear of the passing of Charlie. We will all Remember the fun, loving character Charlie was. Somehow being at a picnic or a birthday party with our family, us on onside of the family, Charlie and Pat on the other, but for some reason it just seemed like we were one big happy family. RIP Charlie
Steve Henderson
Friday, March 31, 2023
Sorry to hear this , Charlie and mom were great friends and went to school together , he had a marvelous crowd waiting for him when he got to heaven , I am sure mom and Sam Lewis was in front , ready to welcome him. God Bless
Sue Yount Herringer
Friday, March 31, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. My husband Walt and I loved visiting with Charlie and Diane on our trips to Mo and Ar. He was so much fun and made us feel so welcome. He will be greatly missed.
Dana Reid
Friday, March 31, 2023
Lowery and I are both saddened to hear of Mr Charlie’s passing. He was a wonderful man, father and friend to all. Lowery tells me stories all the time of him and Greg getting into trouble with Charlie or Jim (Lowery’s dad). I know you will all miss him so much. Our prayers and love are with you all at this difficult time.
Carolyn Schul-Massey-Tarr by Van Tarr.
Friday, March 31, 2023
Carolyn would have loved to sign Charlies guestbook. She isn't here so I signed for her, she loved him.
Karen Lawson
Friday, March 31, 2023
Charlie was a wonderful first cousin, always willing to help. He will be truly missed. Prayers for all the family. 😢😢ðŸ™ðŸ™â¤ï¸â¤ï¸
Becky Fendley Taylor
Friday, March 31, 2023
Loved you always.
Wesley and Loretta Smith
Friday, March 31, 2023
Loretta and I are sorry to hear this
Toby Long
Friday, March 31, 2023
Sorry to hear this! Charlie was a good man and a friend and he will be missed. Praying for the families!!
Clara Foshee
Friday, March 31, 2023
Prayers of comfort for family
James and Jeri White
Friday, March 31, 2023
Our deepest sympathy. Charlie will be greatly missed.
Beverly Treat
Thursday, March 30, 2023
What a great person Charlie was. Always kind & considerate of others. He had a wonderful family that loved and took such good care of him. He loved them all very much and told you about it. It has been an honor to work for them. Charlie will be greatly missed. May God give you all the strength, peace, and love that only he can. ♥ï¸
Debbie mcdaniel
Thursday, March 30, 2023
Prayers for all the family. Will always remember the good times riding side by sides