10-22-1927 to 03-09-2025
John L. Morris was born, October 22, 1927 to the late Reverend John Willie and Minnie Corene Sye Morris in Arcadia, Louisiana.
John grew up in Arcadia with very limited schooling; however, he was always a very hard worker. His first job was at the City of Arcadia Waste Management. He then moved on to the Lumber Yard in Arcadia. As he continued to seek better economic opportunities, he relocated to Oakland, California where he worked various other jobs. He married Dorothy Combs and parented seven children with her. Children: James Robinson, Mae Francis Williams, and Tyrone Morris. Children preceding him in death were Rev. Jimmy, Ola Mae, Nolan, and Roderick Morris. He is also preceded in death by two brothers, Wilbur Johnson and Lonnie Morris. John relocated again to Garland, Texas and retired from the janitorial department in the Richardson Independent School District.
John confessed Christ as his savior at a very early age and was a member of the New Caldonia Baptist Church in Rockwall, Texas. At New Caldonia he sang in the Male Chorus and could always be counted on to complete repairs around the church. In addition to serving in his church, John sang all around the Dallas area with The Faithful Spiritual Singers, a male singing group. His deep baritone voice will continue to echo in the hearts of many.
He leaves to cherish loving memories: one son, Tyrone Morris of San Leandro, California; granddaughters; La Tonya Morris, Shuaniqa Williams and Malaysia Tyra Morris all from California. Five nephews; Leroy Johnson, Willie Johnson Sr., Wilber Johnson Jr., Aaron Johnson, and Steven Sye Morris. Three nieces; Alice Richardson, Odessa Johnson, and Minnie Walker. Special great nieces Savitri Brown and Alicia Jackson. His memory will continue to be cherished by a host of other great nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Services: Public Viewing: Thursday, March 13, 2025 5-7pm DuBose Funeral Home
Celebration: Friday, March 14, @ 10:00 AM – DuBose FH-Chapel
Burial: Kilgore Cemetery-Kilgore Cemetery, Arcadia, Louisiana 71001