Goreville-Jerry D. Morrison, 69, passed away at 4:17pm on Sunday, January 5, 2014 at Heartland Regional Medical Center.
Jerry was born on August 3, 1944 in Evansville, IN to George “Zach” and Afton (Davis) Morrison. He married Crystal White on June 11, 1967 in Goreville. She preceded him in death on October 16, 2004.
Jerry loved all sports, especially SIU Basketball. He liked hot rods and restoring vehicles. Jerry enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and eating Hershey Kisses. He will be missed by all.
Survivors:
Children:
Mindy Farren and husband Scott of Goreville
Andy Morrison and wife Brandy of Goreville
Grandchildren:
Eden Morrison
Chayne and Casey Goines
Kelsey and Cody Edwards
Kolton Morrison
Drew Morrison
Stephanie and William Doty
Tristen Sahlin-Farren
Bethany Sahlin-Farren
Jacob Rutledge
Landon Farren
Great Grandchildren:
Skyler Gunn
Alan William Doty
Brother-Gary Morrison and wife Janet of Goreville
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Crystal; son, Eric Morrison and granddaughter, Makayla Morrison.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 10, 2014 at 12pm at Blue Funeral Home in Goreville with Pastor Mindy Farren officiating. Burial will follow at Busby Cemetery. Visitation will be on Thursday, January 9, 2014 from 5pm-8pm at the funeral home.
Memorial donations are suggested to the Eagle House Ministry and will be accepted at Blue Funeral Home/ PO Box 411/ Marion, IL 62959.