"Our deepest condolences on the loss of Mr. Morton. What a kind man. My thoughts are with you Mrs. Morton."
In loving memory of
Paul Morton
November 24, 1933 - November 12, 2010
Paul Morton, age 76, of Washington, died Friday, November 12, 2010 at 11:27 p.m. at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes. He had been ill for about a month, but death was unexpected. Born November 24, 1933 in Tazewell, Tn., he was the son of the late William and Liddie (Gions) Morton. He was educated in the Tennessee schools. He served in the United States Army from August 29, 1956 thru August 18, 1958, stationed in Germany. He was united in marriage June 29, 1968 to Phyllis Granger. Paul accepted Christ at an early age and at the time of his death he was a member of the First Baptist Church of Wheatland. Paul was self employed as an electrician and a farmer for several years. He also had worked at Tokheim. At the time of his death he was a driver for Williams Brother's Healthcare. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Morton; one brother, Charles Morton of Indianapolis; special sister, Sallie Fields and her husband, James of Indianapolis; one brother-in-law, Rev. Robert Granger and his wife Joyce of Washington; several nieces and nephews; great nieces and nephews; and great-great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Bonnie McReynolds; and one brother, Raymond Morton. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, November 18, 2010 at First Baptist Church of Wheatland with Rev. Robert Granger officiating,. Burial will follow in Wheatland Cemetery. Visitation will be 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, November 17, 2010 at Ed Lee Mortuary in Washington and from 10 a.m. until time of service on Thursday at the church. Memorial donations may be made to the First Baptist church of Wheatland, 321 Adams Street, Wheatland, Indiana 47597 Condolences may be sent online at www.edleemortuary.com
Tributes
"On behalf of our families here in Tennessee, we would like to express our sincere condolences to Phyllis and other family members on the loss of Paul. You all were greatly appreciated and loved for your support of Thorn Hill Church. Your presence will always be with us in thoughts and prayer. May God bless you and yours."
"To: The Morton Family From: Thorn Baptist Church Thorn Hill Tennessee We are thinking of you at this time of bereavement. Know that we share your lost. Paul was a integral part of Thorn Hill Baptist Church though he lived in Indiana. Each year he would bring a encouraging spirit and support to the growth of Gods vision. Paul will be deeply missed but not forgotten. Phyllis, Charles and family always remember we love you and you will always be in our thoughts and prayers. Hazel & Family Pastor: Charles Bo Simpson And Thorn Hill Baptist Church Family"
"Phyllis, Our thoughts and prayers are with you."
"Phyllis, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Jim and Linda Craney"
"Our hearts & Prayers are with you in this difficult time. Sister Phyllis, we wish we could be there to support you in your time of need. God will give you the strength to guide you through your time of sorrow. Sincerely, Ernestine Granger Lisa, Charlotte & Leroy"
"Phyllis, we were saddened today to hear the news of Paul's passing. As you know I respected and thought a great deal of Paul. I feel that you and Paul helped me become the man I am today by your simple acts of kindness and guidance. I truly feel we are family. We will dearly miss seeing "Dad" around town. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and we will see you soon. Love, David and Andrea"
"Phyllis, truly sorry for the loss of Paul in your life. 40+ years is a long time to be with someone just as 1 day is a long time to be without them. Just call if you need help with anything, and remember that God will take care of you. Brother Paul will be geatly missed"
"Phyllis, I was so shocked to see in the paper about your husband. I'm sure any words right now will be of little comfort to you. But know that the few times I saw and talked to Morton he seemed like a very nice man and seemed truely devoted to you. I can remember when I first met you and you talked about him, you always called him "Morton." I thought his name was Morton Morton! ha ha. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Linda Frisz"
"Phyllis and family, My deepest condolences on the sudden loss of this wonderful man, our/my dear friend Paul. I will miss his smiling face each morning when I come to work at WB and the constant jabbing he gave me about my driving (scavenger hunt). You are ALL in my prayers......... Sandy Miller"
"Phyllis, Paul was always a great person to run into unexpectantly to brighten my day. I will always remember the fun times we had bowling when I was a girl. I know you will truly miss him. I know it has been a while since I have seen either one of you. You are in my prayers. May God give you peace. Love, Peggy"