Jerry Morris

Mr. Jerry Mack Morris, of Crandall, passed away unexpectedly on February 3, 2025 in Crandall, Texas. Jerry was born on April 13, 1943, in Houston to Newton Mackadoo Morris and Doris Morris, both of whom preceded him in death along with his sisters, Suzie Gonzalez and Rita Solley and beloved great-grandson, Carter James Cavanaugh. Although born in Houston, Jerry later made his home in the nearby Dowdy Ferry community of Dallas. At 17 years of age, Jerry joined the Navy and served with distinction as a bosman mate of the USS Oriskany until his honorable discharge in 1966. Returning stateside, he became a carpenter and roofer in home construction and later had a 30 year career in transportation construction as a heavy equipment mechanic and field superintendent. In 1975, he met the love of his life and soulmate, Beverly. During their 50 years together, spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren would fill his heart with great pride. You could find him attending any event where he could encourage and cheer them on. Even the Friday before his death, he attended "Hot Cocoa with Grandparents," at Malakoff Intermediate school with his great grandson, Jacob. He truly enjoyed being in either the woods or the water every chance he got. He made many memories with anyone who would share his passion of the outdoors. At age 42, Jerry committed his life to the Lord and every Sunday you could find him involved in one role or another serving the congregation and sharing about Jesus. Jerry had a true servant's heart and had been on two mission trips to build churches in Costa Rica and Mexico. Jerry is survived by his children from a previous marriage: Jerry Leon Morris, Cindy Thurmond and Becky Madsen; wife, Beverly Morris; daughters: Kimberly Bramhall and husband Lonnie, and Christy Butler and husband, Norman; grandchildren: Nicole Cavanaugh and husband, David, Justin Butler and wife, Cortnye, Meagan Brown and husband, Johnathan, Hunter Gurley, Dalton Bramhall and wife, Veronica, Abigail Brown; great grandchildren: Jacob, Kadence, Easton, Bennett, Claire and John Gregory; brothers: Michael Morris and wife, Janice, Steve Morris and wife, Patricia as well as numerous extended family members, church family and friends, each of whom will miss him greatly. A memorial service will be held at 11:00am, Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, at First Community Church, Crandall TX.

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Jerry Morris

April 13, 1943 - February 3, 2025