Shifflett Family Genealogy
 

Obituaries  


The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Mon, Dec. 12, 1948
TACKIE MAUDE MORRIS
Mrs. Packey Maude Davis died at 5 o'clock yesterday morning at the residence of her adopted daughter Mrs. Gilbert Sullivan near Free Union following an extended illness. She was a native of Greene County daughter of the late Bluford and Agnes Shiflett Morris and was 67 years of age. Besides her adopted daughter she is survived by an adopted son Gordon Garrison of Boonesville; two sisters and three brothers and one granddaughter Miss Lois Davis of Free Union. The funeral will be held at 2 o'clock tomorrow afternoon from the Mission Home Episcopal Church the service to be conducted by the Rev. George Fishk. Burial will follow in the churchyard. Note: Obit says her name is Packey but it should be Tackey. Tombstone has death year as 1949 which is incorrect

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Sep. 11, 1970
TALLIE L. MORRIS
Tallie L. Morris, 35, of 9th St. NW died yesterday in a Charlottesville hospital. Born Dec. 28, 1934 in Albemarle County, he was the son of William and Edna Morris of Stanardsville. He was employed by Acme Visible Records in Crozet. Survivors other than his parents are a daughter, Mrs. Eddie Garrison of Charlottesville; seven brothers, Russell L., Earl, Wilbert and Sammy Morris of Charlottesville, Roy Morris of Washington, D.C., Talmadge Morris of Chesapeake Beach, Md., and Dewey Morris of Stanardsville; and six sisters, Mrs. Tallie Roach, Mrs. Alex Morris, and Mrs. Esperd Shifflet of Stanardsville, Mrs. Gordon Via and Mrs. Alvin Shifflett of Crozet, and Mrs. Richard Lee of Plainfield, N.J. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. tomorrow at the Free Union Church of the Brethren with burial in the church cemetery. Hill and Irving Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

The Daily News Record, Harrisonburg, VA, Mon, Apr. 2, 2011
TANNER BROOKS MORRIS
Tanner Brooks Morris, 21, of Mountain Valley, went home to be with Jesus March 29, 2012. Tanner was born April 5, 1990, in Harrisonburg, and was the son of Jerry and Sandy Morris. He was a 2008 graduate of Broadway High School and a key player on the 2007 District Champion football team. Tanner played offensive guard and was All District 1st Team and All Region Honorable Mention. Tanner was a student at Fairmont State University, where he was studying business and music. He was an accomplished drummer, playing in a band and occasionally on several area church worship teams. Tanner loved people and had a contagious smile. He encouraged friends, family and people he didn’t even know. He loved his family and was an awesome big brother to both his sisters, Kelsea Elaine Morris and Aubree Faith Morris. Tanner had a strong faith and while he enters his new life in Heaven, he will continue to give life here on earth as an organ donor. In addition to his parents and sisters, Tanner is survived by his future wife, Kelsie Marie Adams of Timberville; grandparents, Joe and Joan Brooks and Frances Morris, and great- grandmother, Eunice Shifflett, all of Harrisonburg; aunts, Tammy Garber and husband, Vic, of Roanoke, Amy Nesselrodt and husband, Mike, of Harrisonburg and Jacque Cramer and husband, Robert, of Clover Hill; and uncle, Jeff Morris and wife, Rhonda and her son, Ty Reed, also of Harrisonburg. Tanner is also survived by seven cousins, Anna and Maddie Garber of Roanoke, Joseph and Amanda Nesselrodt of Harrisonburg, Blake and Cassie Cramer of Clover Hill and Ryan and wife, Jenny Cramer, of Richmond; and one second cousin, Natalie Cramer of Clover Hill. Tanner was preceded in death by his grandfather, L. Glenn Morris. A scholarship fund will be established for an eligible Broadway High School student in his honor. Memorial contributions may also be made to Broadway High School football and swim teams. The family will receive visitors Tuesday, April 3, from 4-8 p.m. at Broadway High School commons area. A celebration of life service will be held Wednesday, April 4, at 1 p.m. at Broadway High School Football field. Procession to Lacey Spring Cemetery and a meal at Grace Mennonite Fellowship Church will follow. Online condolences may be sent to www.grandlefuneralhome.com.

The Greene County Record, Stanardsville, VA, Jul. 5, 1973
THELMA MORRIS
Funeral services for Miss Thelma Morris, 60, who died Friday, June 29, 1973, in an Alexandria Hospital, were held at 11 a.m. Monday at the Mount Olivet Christian Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Miss Morris, daughter of the late Lev and Ela Morris of Dyke, moved to Alexandria from Stanardsville 20 years ago. She is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Elsie Knight of Stanardsville and Mrs. Winona Madren of Elkton; and one brother, Norman W. Morris of Virginia Beach. Rev. Jordon Dickerson officiated at the funeral; and pallbearers were: Elphis Morris, Wilbert Morris, Jimmy Morris, Galen Morris, Dr. Don Knight and Bantley Gilmer. Ryan-Estes Funeral Home of Quinque was in charge of arrangements.

THELMA ELIZABETH MORRIS
June 4, 1931 – November 7, 2020
Thelma Elizabeth Morris, 89, of Crozet, VA passed away on Saturday, November 7th. She was born on June 4, 1931 to the late Wilmer and Gertrude McDaniel. She is survived by her children, Wanda Moon, Donna Davis and her husband Dabney, Dillard Morris and his girlfriend, Kim Henson; her siblings Raymond McDaniel and Christine Robbs, her 4 grandchildren, Angie, Josh, Mandy and Matthew and her 9 great grandchildren (Caleb, Lydia, Noah, Nathan, Zachary, Jonathan, Daniel, Cody and Tyler.) In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick Morris, her son in law, Wesley Moon and her siblings, Otis McDaniel, Bill McDaniel, Herbert McDaniel, Floyd McDaniel, Thomas McDaniel, Claire Kingrea, and Emogene Collier. Thelma was a long- time member of Browns Cove Methodist Church, where she sang in the choir, kept the financial records, helped with the apple butter making, cleaned the church, visited and prepared food for the sick, and anything else that needed to be done. She taught her family that serving other people was a way of life. For the past 10 years, Thelma has been in long term care and was residing at Albemarle Health and Rehab at the time of her passing. The family would like to thank the staff for their love and care for her. Due to Covid-19, the family is planning a graveside service only at Holly Memorial Gardens on November 13th at 11am with the Pastor Rodney Chapman officiating. All are welcome. Masks and/or social distancing recommended.

The Richmond Times-Dispatch, Richmond, VA
THELMA LOUISE ROACH MORRIS
MORRIS, Thelma Louise, 81, of Richmond, Va., joined the Lord February 27, 2017. She was born June 3, 1935 in Greene County, daughter of the late Andrew Roach and Carrie Shifflett Roach. Mrs. Morris was a member of Oakwood Memorial Baptist Church of Richmond, Va., and First Bible Baptist of Stanardsville, Va. Thelma had a passion for music at an early age. She enjoyed singing gospel hymns, bluegrass and country music. Above all, her love was in family. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who will be truly missed. Thelma is survived by her children, Wally Morris (Janet), Richard Morris (Iva), Debbie Mask (James) and Tommy Morris; her grandchildren, Michael, Crystal, Stephanie, Kevin and Sherri; siblings, Virginia Snow, Lena Woodson (Jerry), Edith Conley (Elvin) and Charles Roach (Mona); and five great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Pierrie Morris; son, Wayne Morris; granddaughter, Courtney Morris; three sisters and six brothers. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 7, 2017, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Ryan Funeral Home, 12819 Spotswood Trail, Ruckersville, Va. 22968. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, March 8, 2017, at 11 a.m., at Ryan Funeral Home, with Pastor Josh Shifflett officiating. Interment will follow at Holly Memorial Gardens. An online guestbook is available at www.ryanfuneral.com. Ryan Funeral Home of Ruckersville, Va., is handling the arrangements.

The Daily News Record, Harrisonburg, VA, Mon, Sep. 25, 2017
THELMA MAE MORRIS CASH

June 10, 1923 - September 23, 2017
Thelma Mae "Granny" Cash, 94, went to be with her Savior, the man she worked for. She was an avid Christian and a member of the Ray of Hope Church in Harrisonburg for many years. She was the daughter of the late Stuart and Rosie Morris of Grottoes. On May 27, 1940, she was united in marriage to Harry T. Cash, who preceded her in death in July 1975. She is survived by a son, Melvin "Pete" Cash of Bridgewater; daughter, Elnora Skidmore Carpenter and husband, Dwain, of Staunton; brother, Ben Morris and wife, Rose, of Danville; daughter-in-law, Linda Cash of Broadway; grandchildren, Dawn Sooy and husband, Art, Lisa Skidmore Gimm and husband, Tony, Jennifer McNamara and husband, Jamie, Jewel Cash and fiancé, Brent Litten, and Harry Cash and wife, Joscelynn; great-grandchildren, Joey McNamara, Austin and Travis Malseed; and great-great-grandson, Grady Malseed. She was also preceded in death by her son, J. Michael Cash, who was tragically killed May 2, 2017; son-in-law, William Richard Skidmore; sisters, Lorraine Evans, Margaret Via and Jeanette Lam and brothers, Joe Morris, Melvin "Jake" Morris and Daniel "Junebug" Morris. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2017, at Johnson Funeral Service in Bridgewater. A funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2017, at Johnson Funeral Service in Bridgewater with pastors James Kite and Chaplain David Kite officiating. Burial will follow at Eastlawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Johnson Funeral Service to aid in burial expenses. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.johnsonfs.com.
The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Fri, Jul. 8, 1988
THELMA MORRIS MUNDIE
Thelma Morris Mundie, 71, of Virginia Beach, formerly of Charlottesville, died Thursday, July 7, 1988, in Virginia Beach. She was born Sept. 22, 1916 in Greene County, daughter of the late David Daniel Morris, Sr. and Bertha S. Morris. She is survived by two daughters, Saundra Marie Frazier of Virginia Beach and Mrs. Arthur (Jean) Harrison of Waynesboro; two sons, Mervin Newman and James Newman, both of Waynesboro; two sisters, Sylvia Knight of Dyke and Marie Pope of Wenatchee, Wash.; a brother, David D. Morris, Jr. Of Ruckersville; eight grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Denzil D. Houchens and a granddaughter, Vandia Houchens. A funeral service will be conducted 2 p.m. Saturday at the Ryan Funeral Home, Quinque, with interment in the Evergreen Cemetery. The Rev. Cecil Deel will officiate. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 this evening at the funeral home.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Wed, Nov. 2, 2005
THELMA SHIFFLETT MORRIS
Thelma Shifflett Morris, 79, of Charlottesville, died Monday, Oct. 31, 2005, in her residence. Born May 26, 1926, in Albemarle County, she was the daughter of the late James H. and Upsie L. Shifflett. She was also preceded in death by three sisters, Eva Knight, Gertrude Sacre, and Hester Bledsoe; and two brothers, James J. Shifflett and James H. Shifflett Jr. Mrs. Morris was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, whose family meant everything to her. She was a member of the Church of the Brethren. Surviving her is her husband of 63 years, Isaac F. Morris Jr.; one daughter, Brenda Londeree and her husband, G. William Londeree, of Keswick; three sons, I. Wayne Morris and his wife, Clara, of Midlothian, Carroll M. Morris and his wife, Rita, of Milton, and D. Bradley Morris of Charlottesville; two sisters, Doris S. Shifflett of Charlottesville and Sue S. Spiller of Tampa, Fla.; one brother, Raymond B. Shifflett of Silver Springs, Md.; eight grandchildren, and 17 great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4, 2005, at First Baptist Church, Park Street, with Dr. Joel P. Jenkins officiating. Interment will follow at Holly Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, 2005, at the Hill & Wood Funeral Home. The family would like to express special thanks to Hospice of the Piedmont Dr. Gordon Morris and Dr. Kevin McConnell for their attention and care. The family suggests that those who wish may send flowers or contributions to the Hospice of the Piedmont, 2200 Old Ivy Road, Suite 2, Charlottesville, VA 22903.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Sat, Mar. 17, 2012
THEODORE MORRIS
Theodore "Ted" Morris, 79, of Earlysville, gained his angel wings on Wednesday, March 14, 2012. Ted was born on March 8, 1933, in Greene County, to the late Fred and Gertie Morris. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Donnie and Landon; and a sister, Maxine. He was employed by Murray Manufacturing for many years as well as being an original member of the Earlysville Volunteer Fire Department. He married his lifelong love, Eleanor June, on July 24, 1961. He is survived by his loving wife Eleanor Morris; a daughter, Trish Gibson and her husband David of Charlottesville; four granddaughters, Michelle Shaver of Charlottesville, Beth Caron and her husband, David, of Ruckersville, Tiffany Gibson of Charlottesville, and Sarah Miller of Charlottesville; a great-granddaughter, Kaelyn Caron; his six siblings, Betty, Faye, Hazel, Gary, Leon, and his twin, Thomas; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family would also like to extend their thanks to special family and friends, Ruby Shifflett, Brenda Shifflett, Brenda McCray, Mary Spangler, Roger Morris, Brian Robinson, Bryan and Tonya Marshall, and Gary and Doris Ann Wilson; and to the Hospice of the Piedmont for their care and support during this difficult time. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m, Saturday, March 17, 2012, at the Hill and Wood Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held 3 p.m. Sunday, March 18, 2012, at the Chestnut Grove Baptist Church with the Reverend C.C. Kurtz officiating. Interment will follow at the church cemetery. Memorial donations made be made to the Earlysville Volunteer Fire Department, 283 Reas Ford Road, Earlysville, Virginia, 22936. Friends may send condolences to the family at www.hillandwood.com.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Thu, Jul. 27, 1961
THEODORE H. MORRIS
Theodore H. Morris, 45, of 413, W. Main St., died last night at a Charlottesville hospital. Born Nov. 23, 1915, in Albemarle County, he was the son of Nettie Shiflett Morris of Boonesville and the late Newman S. Morris. He is survived by his wife, the former Helen Belew; a son Herbert Morris of Charlottesville; four brothers, Raymond Morris and Dewey Morris of Crozet, and Fulton Morris and Randolph Morris of Boonesville, and four sisters, Mrs. Harry McAllister and Mrs. Thomas Shiflett of Crozet, and Mrs. William Walton and Mrs. Dorothy Lively of Charlottesville. The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. EDT Saturday at Prize Hill Baptist Church at Boonesville with burial in the church cemetery.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Thu, Feb. 9, 2017
THEODORE LEBERT MORRIS

Theodore Lebert Morris, 80, of Ruckersville, died Wednesday, February 8, 2017 at his residence. Lebert was born June 3, 1936, the youngest son of the late Jesse J. Morris and Virgie Roach Morris. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three older brothers, James Wilbert Morris, Jerome W. Morris and Albright E. Morris. He leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife of 57 years, Glenda Lawson Morris; two special nieces who were like sisters, Jannie Mae Greiman of Stanardsville, Va. and Gloria Faye Shifflett of Elkton, Va.; great-niece, Priscilla Faye Shifflett of Shenandoah, Va.; and other nieces, nephews and cousins. Lebert retired in 1998 from Acme Visible Records in Crozet, Va. after 36 years of service. In his younger days, he played softball with a passion. He was an excellent third baseman. Some of his favorite things were softball, Chevrolets (always owned a pretty vehicle), peanut M & M's, and Mountain Dew. He will be remembered for his quick wit, always had a ready answer, and a smile that spread from ear to ear. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, February 10, 2017, at Ryan Funeral Home, 12819 Spotswood Trail, Ruckersville, Va. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, February 11, 2017, at Holly Memorial Gardens with Pastor Paul Hollifield officiating. An online guestbook is available at www.ryanfuneral.com . Ryan Funeral Home of Ruckersville is in charge of arrangements.

THERESA LEE MORRIS KENT

Loving Mother, Sister, Aunt and Grandmother, Theresa Lee Morris Kent, 55, of Lynchburg passed away at her daughter's home, with her family by her side, on Saturday September 13, 2014. She was born on September 24, 1958 in Maryland to the late Wilbert Leo Morris and Mildred Marie Breeden Morris. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her sisters Gloria "Janie" Lawson and Pamela Sue Morris Luck. She is survived by her daughters: Stephanie M. Snead and her husband Sherman, and Samantha Eagle and by her siblings W.L. "Butch" Morris and Marsha Morris and by her grandchildren Riley and Ayumi Snead, and Skylor, Adrienne, and Aiden Eagle. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and other extended family. Special appreciations to her team of nurses and doctors from Hospice for the wonderful support they gave right to the end. A celebration of Theresa's life will be held at Hill and Wood Funeral Home from 6:00 to 7:30pm on Saturday September 20, 2014. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Hospice of the Piedmont at 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911.

The Greene County Record, Greene Co., VA, Thu, Jul. 11, 1974
THOMAS C. MORRIS
Thomas Cliveous Morris, 80, of Scottsville, died Wednesday, July 3, 1974 at home. A native of Ruckersville, in Greene County, he was the son of the late C. Jaspaer and Nora Patsy Morris. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Roberta Louise Morris of Scottsville. Morris was a member of Church of Latter Day Saints and was a veteran of U.S. Army service in World War I. Other survivors include five sons, Harry Morris of Charlottesville, Albert, Lawrence and Roy Morris of Scottsville and Thomas Morris of North Garden; three daughters, Mrs. Virginia Harris and Mrs. Ida Bishop of Charlottesville and Mrs. Ruth Napier of Scottsville; one brother, Daniel Morris of Charlottesville; and two sisters, Mrs. Hattie Raines of Crozet and Miss Violet M. Morris of Barboursville; 26 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Hill and Irving Funeral Home took care of arrangements.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA
THOMAS EDGAR MORRIS
ELKTON ---- Thomas Edgar Morris, 88, of Rt. 2, Elkton died early Thursday morning at his home. Mr. Morris was born April 8, 1888, in Greene County and was a son of the late Beverly and Frances Crawford Morris. He is survived by his wife, Lillian Lam Morris; a daughter, Mrs. Mary Frances Davis of Elkton; two sons, Roy Lam of Linville and Beverly Lam of Richmond; two daughters and two sons from a previous marriage, Mrs. Beulah Minter of Scottsville and Mrs. Irene Spatton and Woodrow and Edward Morris, both of Charlottesville; two step-sons, Philip Lam of Richmond and Henry Lam of Baltimore; three step-daughters, Mrs. Linda Hensley of Elkton, Mrs. Evelyn Hammer of Penn Laird and Mrs. Nancy Lamb of Bryans Road; a brother, Melvin Morris of Stanardsville, and a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The funeral will be conducted 2 p.m. Saturday at Elkton Pentecostal Church by the Rev. Dennis Dean. Burial will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in McGaheysville. The family will receive friends 7 - 8 p.m. today at Brill Funeral Home in Elkton.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Fri, Aug. 23, 1946
THOMAS MORRIS
Crozet Youth Is Drowning Victim
Thomas Morris, 14, Dies In County Lake
Another drowning accident - the fourth of the summer season - occurred yesterday afternoon at Henley's Lake, located between Crozet and White Hall. The victim was Thomas S. Morris, 14-year-old son Of Mrs. Bertie Morris, of Crozet, and the late Elzie Morris. The youth, with two of his older brothers and two friends, was in a boat, which capsized, throwing all five of the occupants into deep water. Twelve members of the first aid and rescue squads of the Charlottesville Fire Department, in the charge of Chief Charles H, Page, reached the scene about 3:45 P.M. After a search which lasted for more than two and a half hours the body was finally located in 25 feet of water, and brought to the Preddy Funeral Home here. Besides his mother, the youth is survived by three brothers, Gordon P. Morris, of New York City, and Curtis and Hollis Morris, of Crozet; two sisters, Mrs. Curtis Glass and Mrs. Cecil Wood; and his grandfather, John A. Morris, all of Waynesboro. The funeral will be held at 3 o'clock Sunday afternoon from the Crozet Baptist Church, and interment will follow in Rock Gate Cemetery.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Fri, May 12, 1961
THORNTON MORRIS
BARBOURSVILLE - Thornton Morris, 73, a retired farmer, died yesterday at a Charlottesville hospital. Born Jan 10, 1888, in Greene County, he was the son of the late Fannie Banjo Morris and Alfred Morris. He is survived by his wife, the former Elnora Shifflett; seven sons, Harold E. Morris and Leon W. Morris of Barboursville, Wilmer L. Morris, Hubert A. Morris, Junior N. Morris and Philip T. Morris of Baltimore and Landon M. Morris of Winston-Salem, N.C.; four daughters, Mrs. Loney Powell of Dyke, Mrs. Ellen Richard of Arlington and Mrs. Vienna Johnson and Mrs. Estelle Kubalack of Hampton; and nine grandchildren. The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. EDT tomorrow at Preddy's Funeral Home in Gordonsville. Burial will be in Pine Grove Church Cemetery in Greene County.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Tue, Mar. 24, 2020
THURMAN CURTIS MORRIS
October 18, 1942 - Saturday, March 21, 2020
Thurman Curtis Morris of Crozet, Virginia, lost his earthly journey on Saturday, March 21, 2020, after a battle with Alzheimers. Curtis is rejoicing in his eternal home with the Lord our Savior, who he served throughout his life. Curtis was born on October 18, 1942. He was preceded in death by his father, Ernest Monroe "Buff" Morris; his mother, Retha Ellen Shifflett Morris Herring; his stepfather, James Herring; and two brothers-in-law, Julian "Gete" Shifflett and Kenneth "Earl" Morris. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Joyce Ann Morris (his caregiver); his two sons, Anthony Curtis Morris of Crozet, Va., and Duane Douglas Morris (Tracey Kennedy Morris) of Afton, Va. He treasured his three grandchildren, Eleanor Grace Morris, Lydia Faith Morris, and Laylon Dean Varner. Curtis is also survived by his three sisters and one brother, Geneva Shifflett of Baltimore, Md., Charlotte "Maxine" Bolyard (Leonard) of Crozet, Va., Florence "Virginia" Morris of Dale City, Va., and Ernest "Ernie" Morris (Patricia) of Crozet, Va. Curtis' greatest attribute in life all began in the year 1968 at an Assembly of God church in Baltimore, Md., where he gave his life over to the Lord our Savior. This decision changed the course of his life and the future for his family, friends, and his ministries. He was a faithful member of Covenant Church of God in Charlottesville. Curtis preached the gospel in churches for over 40 years and received his Evangelist License Certificate for church of God in May of 1983. Curtis continued his outreach ministries at two nursing homes, Crescent Hall and Midway Manor. Curtis and his wife Joyce would bless audiences with their southern gospel singing in many different venues. Curtis was always available to share God's word and pray for others. It was his Kingdom work. Curtis was the owner of Curtis Heating and Cooling that he began in Crozet in 1980. He served his community well and made many new friendships with employees and customers along the way. The company continues to serve the community with the same foundational values that Curtis began. Aside from building up his company, Curtis had many hobbies that he enjoyed, such as; traveling with his wife to the Caribbean, attending gospel singings, watching UVA and L.A. Dodger games, driving his Chevy 2 Nova, and cooking his specialty mac n' cheese. He was also faithful in attending the events of his two sons and three grandchildren. Curtis lived his life for his wife, sons, daughter-in-law, grandchildren, friends, extended family, his dog "Sadie" and a special friendship with Kenny Layne, but most of all he lived for the Kingdom of God. In lieu of flowers, to continue Curtis' ministry and legacy through our young generation, donations may be made to Afton Christian School, 9357 Critzers Shop Rd., Afton, VA 22920, (540) 465-6853. We all love you and miss you until Jesus calls us to meet again in eternity. A celebration of Curtis' life will be held at a later date. Condolences may be sent to the family through www.teaguefuneralhome.com. Teague Funeral Service 2260 Ivy Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903

The Greene County Record, Stanardsville VA, Jun. 9, 1933
TILLIE MORRIS
Tillie Morris, of Nortonsville passed from this life to the great beyond May 23, 1933. Mr. Morris was the oldest man in that community. Had he lived to see his next birthday he would have been 84 years old. Mr. Morris was a man of firm qualities and could be depended upon; always found on the right side of a question as he saw it and it was no use to try to change him. He was a good citizen, leading an exemplary life. If Tillie Morris was your friend, you had a friend that would stand by you. He was a devoted member of the Christian church for over 50 years, a member of the old Mt. Union church in Bacon Hollow. When it was thought best to move the organization in the neighborhood of Dyke, he united with the Mr. Olivet organization. This writer remembers well when the public schools had some enemies, and how Mr. Morris stood by them with his vote and voice. One of the great characteristics of Mr. Morris was the love and devotion to his family, which consisted of his wife and 11 children, who are located at the following places; Quint Morris, Somerset, Pa.; Anna Morris, Crozet; Will Morris, Ruckersville; Doff Morris, Nortonsville; Mrs. Flossie Collier, Stanardsville; Mrs. Henrietta Collier, Gordonsville; Mrs. Clemma, Charlottesville; Clydie and Zulemma, Lynchburg, and Panda and Litty, at Nortonsville, who stayed with their father and tenderly cared for them. Mr. Morris had 75 grandchildren, all of who were loyally devoted to him. Mr. Morris was tenderly laid to rest beside his wife in Mt. Olivet cemetery in the presence of many of his relatives, friends, and neighbors, who respected and loved him because they all felt they had lost a friend. The funeral services were conducted by Elder H.S. Knight, who visited Mr. Morris in this last illness Mr. E. Y. Vernon was the undertaker. The pallbearers were his relatives and friends. The floral decorations were profuse. There were flowers enough to decorate both his grave and that of his wife. By One Who Knew Him From Boyhood (NOTE - Tombstone has death date as May 23, 1932)

The Daily News Record, Harrisonburg, VA
TOMMIE MORRIS JR
Tommie Morris Jr., 53, Petersburg, W.Va., died Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2001, at Grant Memorial Hospital in Petersburg, W.Va. Mr. Morris was born Feb. 10, 1948, in Charlottesville, and was a son of the late Tommie Morris Sr. and Elsie Williams Morris. He was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War and was employed at Mays Christmas Tree Farm. He is survived by a companion, Cathy Elaine Rohrbaugh; a daughter, Ashley Noel Rohrbaugh, Petersburg, W.Va.; five sisters, Betty Knight, Shirley Smith and Frances Brown, all of Ruckersville, Virginia Shifflett, Stanardsville, and Linda Knapp, Barboursville; and two brothers, Jim Morris, Fishersville, and Newton Morris, Ruckersville. The Rev. Stanley Kile will conduct the funeral at 2 p.m. Friday at the Basagic Funeral Home in Petersburg, W.Va. Burial will be at the Lahmansville Cemetery with military rites by the Grant County veterans organizations. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 this evening at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to the family, c/o Cathy Elaine Rohrbaugh, HC 33, Box 19, Petersburg, W.Va.

The Grant Co., WV Historical (Genealogy) Society
TOMMIE MORRIS, JR.
Tommie Morris Jr., 53, of Petersburg, died Aug. 21, 2001 at Grant Memorial Hospital, Petersburg. Born Feb. 10, 1948, in Charlottesville, Va., he was the son of the late Tommie Morris Sr. and Elsie (Williams) Morris. He is survived by one daughter, Ashley Noel Rohrbaugh of Petersburg; five sisters, Betty Knight, Shirley Smith and Frances Brown of Ruckersville, Va., Virginia Shifflett of Stanardsville, Va., and Linda Knapp of Barboursville, Va.; and two brothers, Jim Morris of Fishersville, Va., and Newton Morris of Ruckersville. Funeral services were Aug. 24, at the Basagic Funeral Home chapel, Petersburg. Military graveside services were conducted by the Grant County veteran’s organizations.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Sun, Nov. 3, 2019
TRAVIS SHANE MORRIS

Travis Shane Morris, of Charlottesville, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 28, 2019. Travis was born on May 26, 1972, in Charlottesville, Virginia, to James Edward Morris and Mamie Lucille Hall Madison. By profession Travis was a skilled Mason, but his true passion in life was the great outdoors. He was an avid fisherman and hunter who spent lots of time in the woods or on the river with family and friends. Travis especially enjoyed sharing knowledge about the outdoors. A fabulous storyteller, he was often poetically descriptive to the tiniest of details; captivating his nieces and nephews, and anyone else around, with tall tales and infinite wisdom from his life experiences. He was an excellent cook who loved sharing his latest culinary masterpiece with everyone. Travis also had a knack for finding and creating unique things he knew his family would love. He often came home with a beautiful cross for his mother or vintage treasures for his Uncle Wayne's special projects. Wherever Travis was, so was laughter and love. Travis was preceded in death by his father, James Edward Morris; brother, Landon Shawn Morris; paternal grandparents, Wilbert Herbert Morris and Minnie Herrion Morris; and maternal grandparents Charles Edward Hall Sr. and Leona Pearl Haney Hall. Travis is survived by his loving mother, Mamie Lucille Hall Madison; sister, Sonya Renee Houchens (Andy); brother, James Aaron Morris (Donielle Abel); sister-in-law, Rebecca Morris; nephews, Wesley, Aaron, Drew, Ryan, Brandon and Jacob; nieces Brittany, Cati, Ashley and Kimi; seven great-nieces and nephews along with numerous loving aunts, uncles and cousins who cared for him deeply. In addition, he had many friends, three of whom were particularly close and lifelong, Frank DeHooge, Robbie Pace and Chris Billups. A memorial service will be held at Charlottesville Church of the Brethren located at 1225 Rio Road East in Charlottesville, Va., on Thursday, November 7, 2019, at 11 a.m. Interment to follow at Holly Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in the name of Travis to Hunters for the Hungry, P.O. Box 304, Big Island, VA 24526 or Albemarle County Fire Rescue, 460 Stagecoach Road, Charlottesville, VA 22902.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Fri, Aug. 22, 2014
TROY LYNN MORRIS
Troy Lynn Morris, 40, of Stanardsville, passed away on Tuesday, August 19, 2014, at his residence. He was born on January 9, 1974, in Charlottesville, the son of the late George Edd Morris and Virginia Conley Morris. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Wanda M. Shifflett. He is survived by a brother, George Thomas Morris of Stanardsville; three sisters, Bonnie L. Morris of Elkton, Sandra Roach and Melinda Roach both of Stanardsville; 23 nieces and nephews; two special nieces, Grace Alger of Shenandoah, and Jenny Shifflett of Elkton; and a special nephew, Keith Shifflett of Shenandoah. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, August 23, 2014, at Preddy Funeral Home Chapel in Madison, conducted by Pastor Eddie Deane. The interment will be at Lydia Mountain Pentecostal Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour before the service from 1 until 2 p.m. at the funeral home.

The Greene County Record, VA, May 4, 1933
TWELY SCOTT MORRIS
Twely Scott Morris died April 25, 1933, at his home in Bacon Hollow. He was 65 years and 15 days old. He was a son of Noah and Rachel Morris. Surviving are his wife and five children; two brothers, George N. and James N. Morris, and four sisters, Mrs. Sudie Morris Shiflett, Mrs. Leslie Morris Shiflett, Mrs. Eddie Morris Via, and Mrs. H. B. Shiflett. His funeral was held at Evergreen church April 27 conducted by Rev. H.S. Knight with Mr. E. Y. Vernon as funeral director. Relatives acted as active and honorary pall-bearers. NOTE: This is Lively Scott Morris. I don't recall seeing this name for him before.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Sat, Dec. 1, 2007
TWYMAN CLEE MORRIS
Twyman Clee Morris, 87, of Stanardsville, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 29, 2007, at the University of Virginia Hospital. He was born October 4, 1920, in Geer, Greene County, and was the son of the late Thomas Morris and Rosa Weaver Morris Deane. He was also preceded in death by his grandson, Bruce Morris; two sisters, Mamie Deane and Bertha Raynes; and two brothers, Welford and Marvin Morris. Mr. Morris was a former employee of Virginia Metal in Orange, and retired as a machinist from Cooper Industries in 1982. Since his retirement, he spent much of his time in his workshop. He enjoyed being with his family and sitting on the porch rocking, chatting and enjoying God's great creation. He was a member of Pine Ridge Church of the Brethren in Earlysville, and a United States Army veteran of World War II. Mr. Morris is survived by his best friend and loving wife of 61 years, Virginia Knight Morris, of Stanardsville; children, Jacquelyn Heatwole of Roanoke, Karron Good and her husband, James, of Madison, Linda Parrish and her husband, Ronnie, of Stanardsville, Richard Morris and his wife, Barbara, Jeff Morris and his wife, Linda, all of Stanardsville; one brother, Norris Deane of Stanardsville; on sister, Lois Brandy of Port Richie, Florida; one son-in-law, Stanley Heatwole of Stanardsville; nine grandchildren, Steve Morris, Anthony Heatwole, Cynthia Deane, Mark Heatwole, Kevin Good, Candace Patterson, Luke Morris, Cranston Parrish, and Emily Morris; eight great-grandchildren; and a special friend, "Buzzy" Deane, whose visits and friendship meant so much. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, December 3, 2007, at Preddy Funeral Home Chapel in Madison. Dr. Albert Sauls and Pastor Edwin "Buzzy" Deane will officiate. The interment will be private. The family will receive friends from 3 until 5 p.m. Sunday, December 2, 2007, at the funeral home. Friends are welcome at their home anytime. Memorial contributions may be made to the Greene County Rescue Squad, PO Box 302, or the Stanardsville Volunteer Fire Company, PO Box 165, Stanardsville, VA 22973.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, Wed, Nov. 15, 2006
VENICE MORRIS
Vencie Morris, 87, of Barboursville, passed away Monday, November 13, 2006, at his home. He was born in Greene County May 31, 1919. He was the son of the late William Chapman Morris and Elizabeth Collier Morris. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel Morris. Mr. Morris is survived by three daughters, Frances Payne and her husband, Ronald, Donna Henshaw and her husband, Maxwell, and Sandra Roy and her husband, Bill; two sons, Robert Morris and his wife, Laura, and Stewart Morris and his wife, June; one sister, Hazel Snow; 11 grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; and numerous other family members and friends. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Friday, November 17, 2006, at the Ryan Funeral Home. A funeral service will follow 11 a.m. at the Ryan Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Norma Dean officiating. Interment will follow at Holly Memorial Gardens. Ryan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Mon, Apr. 10, 2006
VERA MADELINE MORRIS MADISON
Vera Madeline Morris Madison, 63, of Charlottesville, died Sunday, April 9, 2006, in a local hospital. Born October 7, 1942, in Charlottesville, she was the daughter of the late John T. and Hazel Naylor Morris. She was also preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Joyce Woodson and her husband Mike; a brother-in-law, Marvin Madison; and a niece, Telisa Carol Gibson. She was a member of Solid Rock Full Gospel Church in Barboursville. She is survived by her husband Edward Lewis "Big Ed" Madison; two sons, Edward Lewis Madison, Jr. and Montie Lewis Madison; two grandchildren, Moriah Rose Madison and Daniel Craig Madison; three brothers, Carl F. Morris, Sr. and his wife Becky of Troy, Donnie W. Morris, and Richard A. Morris and his wife Pam, also of Troy; one sister, Sharon M. Gibson and her husband Bernard of Gordonsville; a special niece, Megan Morris; a sister-in-law, Maxine Madison of Ruckersville; a number of nieces and nephews, three aunts and one uncle. A funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m., Wednesday, April 12, 2006, at the Teague Chapel with Pastor Larry Morris officiating. Interment will follow in Riverview Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 11, 2006, at the Teague Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Solid Rock Full Gospel Church, 3580 Spotswood Trail, Barboursville, VA 22923. Friends may sign the guest register at teaguefuneralhome.com

The Daily Progress Charlottesville, VA, Mon, Mar. 27, 1950
VERGIE CATHERINE SHIFLETT MORRIS
Mrs. Vergie Catherine Morris of Doylesville, widow of Lewis E. Morris, died suddenly, Saturday afternoon at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Essie Johnson, 752 ----- Street, this city. She was a native of Albemarle county and was 62 years of age. Besides Mrs. Johnson, she is survived by two other daughters, Mrs. Beulah Morris of Free Union, and Mrs. Ellie Sullivan of Baltimore, two sons, Lewis E. Morris, of this city and Roland Morris of Stanardsville. Mrs. Morris also leaves two brothers, Kenny and Eugene Morris, both of this city and five sisters, Mrs. Minnie Meadows, of -------- Mrs. Lora Garrison of Mount Crawford, Mrs. Bertha Shifflett, Mrs. Lillian Shifflett, both of this city, and Mrs. Maggie Shifflett of Baltimore. A funeral will be held at 3 o'clock this afternoon from Prize Hill Church near Boonesville, the service will be conducted by the Rev. ---- Fisk. Interment will follow in the churchyard.
NOTE: This obit was filmed in the centerfold of the paper. I did my best to translate.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Sun, Jun. 27, 1993
VERGIE MORRIS BLACKWELL
Vergie Morris Blackwell, 84, of Mount Fair died June 25, 1993, in LaPlata, Md. She was a native of Albemarle County, born Nov. 30, 1908. The daughter of the late Allen and Maggie Morris, she was married to the late Roy B. Blackwell. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Melvin Foster of White Plains, Md., and Mrs. Eddie Foster of Clinton, Md.; six grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held 1 p. m. Monday at Mount Moriah United Methodist Church with interment in the church cemetery in White Hall. The Rev. Wayne Moore will be officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 tonight at the Anderson Funeral Home Chapel. Family suggests donations may be made to the Western Albemarle Rescue Squad. Anderson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Jan. 6, 1966
VERGIE PEARL MORRIS
Mrs. Vergie Pearl Morris Estes, 55, of RFD 5, Charlottesville, died yesterday at her home. A native of Greene County, she was the daughter of James Morris and the late Luzina Morris of Earlysville. She was the wife of Floyd Estes. In addition to her husband and father, she is survived by two sons, George Estes and Elizie Estes of Charlottesville; three daughters, Mrs. Albert Wood of Earlysville, Mrs. Orby Shifflett of Stanardsville and Mrs. Joe Roach of Barboursville; four brothers, Prince Morris, Will Morris, Homer Morris and George Morris, all of Earlysville; three sisters, Mrs. Jessie Lawson and Mrs. Gracie Raines of Stanardsville and Mrs. Willie Hearn of Earlysville; 19 grandchildren and one great great-grandchild. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. Ryan Funeral Home of Stanardsville is in charge of arrangements.

The Daily News Record, Harrisonburg, VA, Thu, Feb. 24, 2011
VERGIE MAY MORRIS ROACH
Vergie May Morris Roach, 94, of Stanardsville, went to be with the Lord Feb. 22, 2011. Vergie was born July 16, 1916, in Rockingham County, and was a daughter of the late William Morris and Edna Walton Morris and wife of the late Tallie A. Roach. She was also preceded in death by two daughters, Marie Shifflett and Elizabeth Smith, nine brothers and five sisters. She was a member of the Middle River Pentecostal Church. Vergie was a devoted mother, grandmother and a friend to all. She was the oldest of 15 children with one surviving sister, Esther. Vergie was a homemaker, loving to care for others. She will be remembered for her cooking, sewing, love for everyone and most of all her walk with God. Her happiest childhood days were spent in Sandy Bottom Hollow in Elkton. She is survived by three sons, Bill Roach and wife, Liz, of Ruckersville, Wayne Roach and wife, Marlene, and Enos Roach, all of Stanardsville. Surviving grandchildren are Jackie, Gary and Steve Shifflett, Vivian Knight, Glen Roach, Valerie Thacker, Vanessa Thacker, Dwayne Roach, Jeff Roach and BJ Smith; 17 great-grandchildren, 14 great-great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews; a special little boy, Caleb Deane; a special little girl, Valorie Hyatt; and a dear loved one, JoAnna McInturff. The funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 26, 2011, at the Middle River Pentecostal Church conducted by Pastor G.W. Birdsong with interment in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Preddy Funeral Home Chapel in Madison. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Feb. 2, 1980
VERGIE S. MORRIS
DYKE - Vergie Shifflett Morris, 79, died Thursday in a Charlottesville hospital. She was born in Greene County. Her husband was the late Hezzie Morris. She is survived by three sons, Winston Earl Morris of Dyke, Elmer Morris of Dyke and Cecil E. Morris of Mission Home; eight daughters, Thelma Shourt of Kingston, Md., Linnie Shifflett of Dundalk, Md., Lula Garrison of Baltimore, Md., Lucille Morris and Iller Morris, both of Dyke, Corina Garrison of Crozet and Muriel Simpson of Waynesboro, and Edith Morris of Earlysville; a sister, Fannie Sullivan of Vienna; 47 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Evergreen Church of the Brethern. Interment will be in Wyatt's Mountain Cemetery, the Rev. C.C. Kurtz will officiate. The family will receive friends at the Ryan Funeral Home at Quinque from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Saturday.
NOTE - In the above obit. Shourt should be Shout. Elmer and Edith are step-children, and Muriel is a step-granddaughter and the daughter of Johnnie Manuel Morris and Edith Morris. Brethren was misspelled in the original obit.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Fri, Jun. 3, 1988
VERNIE MARY MORRIS
Vernie Mary Morris, 76, of Ruckersville, died Thursday, June 2, 1988, in a Charlottesville nursing home. She was born July 11, 1911, in Greene County, daughter of the late Jennis and Betty Morris. Her husband was the late Jessie J. Morris, She is survived by three sons, Libern Morris of Baltimore, Md., Allen Wayne Morris of Quinque and Danny Morris of Ruckersville; three sisters, Beulah Schuyler and Mamie Woodburn, both of Baltimore, Md. and Lilern Shifflett of Charlottesville; four grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and several foster children. Funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Saturday in Cedar Grove Church of the Brethren, of which she was a member, with interment in the church cemetery. The Rev. Earl Clore will officiate. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 this evening at the Ryan Funeral Home, Quinque.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Fri, Sep. 16, 1988
VERNON CLARK MORRIS
Vernon Clark Morris, 86, of 602 Stonehenge Ave., died Wednesday, Sept. 14, 1988, in a local hospital. Born in Dyke on Nov. 8, 1901, he was the son of the late Layton Monroe and Melinda Marshall Morris. Mr. Morris was a charter member of the Southside Church of God. He was retired from the University Barber Shop. He is survived by his wife, Ethel Shiflet Morris of Charlottesville; a son, Glen Hollis Morris, pastor of Pasadena Church of God in Pasadena, Md.; a daughter, Lola M. Haley of New Freedom, Pa,; seven grandchildren, The Rev. Marshall N. Haley of Tucumcari, N.M., Darrell J. Haley of Baltimore, Bradley V. Haley of New Freedom, Pa., Gary W. Morris of Seaford, Del., the Rev. Gregory D. Morris of Doraville, Ga., Dawn E. Boehm of Glen Burnie, Md., and Joel G. Morris of Federalsburg, Md.; 10 great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Elphis Z. and Wilbert H. Morris, both of Stanardsville. He was preceded in death by a sister, Clarice M. Lawson and a brother, Fred A. Morris. A funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m. Saturday, at the Southside Church of God with Pastor Charles Hollifield, the Rev. Glen Morris and the Rev. Jonathan E. King officiating. Interment will follow in Holly Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 this evening at the Teague Funeral Home. The family suggest contributions to the Southside Church of God Building Fund, 1807 Avon St. Extended, Charlottesville, Va. 22901.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Thu, Oct. 26, 2006
VERNON ELVEST MORRIS SR.
Vernon Elvest Morris Sr., 71, of Charlottesville entered into his Lord's peace October 24, 2006, at a local hospital. He was a charter member of Mount View Baptist Church. Born April 1, 1935, in Charlottesville, he was the son of the late William Lewis Morris and Dencie Marshall Morris. He was also preceded in death by three brothers, George, James and Jerry. Surviving him is one son, V. Elvest Morris Jr. and his wife, Karen, of Keswick. Also surviving are five sisters, Helen Carroll and her husband, Robert, of Buckingham, Charlotte Woodson and Teresa White of Charlottesville, Mary Coleman of Roanoke, Shirley Overstreet and her husband, Raymond, of Rocky Mount; and one brother, Lewis Morris of Goochland. He is also survived by his former wife, lifelong friend, and mother of his son, Marie Morris, of Keswick. Elvest was always a hard worker, as a dry cleaner for the majority of his life, and in his later years, as a self -employed distributor for The Daily Progress. He continued to work until his health declined and he retired in 1999. He resided with his sister, Charlotte, who provided loving care and assistance. Elvest was a passionate sports fan. He played high school baseball at McIntire High School, and played church and city league softball for many years, including participation on numerous championship teams. He was a lifelong supporter of University of Virginia athletic programs, as well as a passionate fan of the New York Yankees, the Washington Redskins, and later in life, the Atlanta Braves. The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the Palliative Care Unit at the University of Virginia Medical Center for their excellent care during his last days. The family would also like to pay tribute to a special resident, Dr. Niels Nielsen, for his compassionate care. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Friday, October 27, 2006, at the chapel of Hill and Wood Funeral Home with the Dr. Clarke Hawkins officiating. Interment will follow at Monticello Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends from 7 until 8 p.m. Thursday, October 26, 2006, at the funeral home. Friends may sign the guest book at www.hillandwood.com.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Thu, Mar. 7, 2019
VERNON ELVEST MORRIS JR.

On Sunday, March 3, 2019, Vernon Elvest Morris Jr. passed from this life to the next. Elvest's enigmatic personality generated passion about many things in his life. One such passion was sports. His first "Love" was football, the Green Bay Packers to be specific, and he loved the players' uniform he got for Christmas while still in grade school. Later he came to love the Redskins, as well, and when he finally got season tickets, he was like a child. He enjoyed taking family, friends and clients to games and even met a few of his idols during pregame festivities. He also loved the Yankees and one of his favorite trips was to New York City to tour the old Yankee Stadium before it was torn down, and to catch a game at the new stadium, as well. He was a fierce and loyal fan. Elvest took to work early after high school where he was employed by The Fairfax Hotel, a historic Embassy Row hotel in D.C. that opened in 1927. It was here that he learned many important life lessons from celebrities and high powered political figures, including President Ronald Reagan. But, as time passed he came home to begin his college days at Virginia Tech, priding himself on being a Hokie for life (though he could be found cheering for the UVA basketball team). He transferred from VT to UVA's McIntire School of Commerce and later to Liberty University, where he graduated magna cum laude with a BS in Accounting. After college, his accounting career began as a staff accountant. But, he soon became a Certified Public Accountant and chose to hang his shingle in the Town of Orange where he served clients at modest prices. He was proud of that and loved many of his clients deeply, just as he did his family and friends. Born on June 26, 1958, Elvest was preceded in death by his parents, Vernon Elvest Morris Sr. and Marie Lively Morris. He is survived by his aunt, Shirley Lively; aunt, Sallie Lively; uncle, Julius Lively; and two nephews from his marriage to Karen Dowell, Michael Allen Condoulis and Evan Condoulis. Not having siblings, he was also close to his cousins, Ann Cornett, Frank Lively, and Diana Lively, and their families, who also survive him. Visitation will be held from 4 until 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 9, 2019, at Hill and Wood, 201 N. 1st Street, Charlottesville, Va. A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, March 10, 2019, at The Woolen Mill Chapel, 1819 E. Market St., Charlottesville, Va., followed by a graveside service at Monticello Memory Gardens, 670 Thomas Jefferson Pkwy., Charlottesville, Va. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.hillandwood.com.

The Daily News Record, Harrisonburg VA, Sat, Jul. 24, 1982
VERNON R. MORRIS
WINCHESTER - Vernon R. Morris, 51, of Cedar Creek Grade, Winchester died Friday at Winchester Memorial Hospital after a long illness. Mr. Morris was born Aug. 5, 1930, in Rockingham County and was a son of the late Carl E. and Delia Shifflett Morris. He worked for Julian Glass at Rose Hill Farm and was a trustee and treasurer of Friendship Chapel Church. On Jan. 15, 1949, he married the former Helen Cooley, who survives. Also surviving are a son, David Wayne Morris of Winchester; two brothers, Carl E. Morris of Harrisonburg and Sharley E. Morris of Winchester; and two sisters, Arbutus Dugan of Martinsburg, W.Va., and Geraldine Baker of Stephens City. The funeral will be conducted 2 p.m. Sunday at the Jones Funeral Home by the Rev. Thornton J. Hartley. Burial will be in Greenhill Cemetery at Stephens City. The body is at the funeral home, where the family will receive friends 7-8 p.m. today.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Nov. 15, 2001
VICKIE LYNN MORRIS
Vickie "Trudy" Lynn Morris, 44, of Charlottesville, passed on Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2001, at a local hospital. She is survived by her husband, Gary W. Morris of Charlottesville; beloved in-laws, Avis and Ollie Morris of Free Union; a sister and her husband, Ann and Lonnie Whittaker; a niece and her husband, Robin and Michael Rose, their children, Austin and Emily Rose, and a nephew, Bobby Whittaker, all of Richmond; stepson and his wife, Doug and Kelly Clay, and their sons Dusty and Cody (her godsons) of Stanardsville. She was preceded in death by her brother, Thomas A. Tuell. Trudy was born in Bristol, Va., to the late Dorothy and Junior Orbin Tuell. The family moved to Richmond in 1965. Trudy and Gary married and moved to Charlottesville in May of 1977. Since 1977, she has managed Cary's Camera Shop, where she has many beloved customers due to the outstanding service she provided throughout the years. Trudy is beloved by many who always knew she would be there for them, and she will be greatly missed. We will not mourn her passing, but mourn our loss of a great light that touched our lives. A graveside service at Free Union Church of the Brethren will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. this evening at Teague Funeral Home. Teague Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.

Unknown newspaper
VICTORIA MORRIS
Victoria Morris, 96, of Dyke, died Sept. 30th in a Charlottesville hospital. She is survived by three grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; 29 great great grandchildren and three great great great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday at Mountain Grove Chapel of the Brethren of which she was a member with interment in the Lydia Cemetery, the Rev. Jim Jinks will officiate. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 Tuesday evening at the Ryan Funeral Home in Quinque.
NOTE - obit says Victoria is buried in Lydia Cemetery, but Victoria and Newt are buried in the Family Cemetery on Gravel Rd., Bacon Hollow, VA

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Mon, Jun. 13, 1966
VICTORIA MORRIS CONLEY
GEER - Mrs. Victoria Morris Conley, 78, widow of Charlie Conley, of Geer, died Saturday at a Harrisonburg hospital. She was born in Rockingham County, a daughter of the late Gaines and Victoria Morris. Surviving are six sons, Elijah Conley, Welford Conley and Luther Conley, all of Geer, Raymond Conley of Stanardsville, Lillard Conley of Leesburg and Robert Conley of White Hall; six daughters, Mrs. Cora Collier of Free Union, Mrs. Minnie Thacker and Mrs. Viola Shifflett of Charlottesville, Mrs. Luara Shifflett of Geer, Mrs. Ruby Shifflett of Orange and Mrs. Luna Breeden of Stanardsville; four brothers, John Morris and Jessie Morris of Geer, William Morris of White Hall and Manuel Morris of Barboursville; one half-brother, Linard Morris of Swift Run; two sisters, Mrs. Lillie Roach of Stanardsville and Mrs. Lydia Collier of Scottsville; two half-sisters, Mrs. Dellia Lawson and Mrs. Ella Monger of Swift Run; 58 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. tomorrow at Eheart Pentecostal Church, with burial in Holly Memorial Gardens. Ryan Funeral Home at Stanardsville is in charge of arrangements.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA
VICTORIA SHIFFLETT MORRIS
Mrs. Victoria S. Morris, 68, of RFD2, Crozet and a native of Greene County, died Saturday, April 25, 1964 in a Charlottesville, hospital. Born November 24, 1895, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Icey Shifflett. She leaves her husband Leonard M. Morris; three sons: Alton Morris, Fred Morris, and Tim Morris, all of RFD 2, of Crozet; two sisters, Mrs. Melvin Morris of Mission Home and Mrs. Florie Wood of Harrisonburg; a brother, Mack Shifflett of Dyke and twelve grandchildren. Funeral services were held Monday at two o'clock in the Prize Hill Church at Boonesville with burial in the church cemetery.

The Dundalk Eagle, Dundalk, MD, Thu, Oct. 14, 2004
VIOLET MORRIS

North Point Road resident Viola Morris died of natural causes Sept. 28 at age 83. Born on April 13, 1921, in Greene County, Va., the former Viola Morris moved to DeBoy Avenue in 1947. She is survived by four children, Joyce Seay of Georgia, Victoria Morris and Barbara Armentrout of Dundalk and Claude Morris of Essex, sisters Lillie Davis and Reva Shifflett of Virginia, three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by mother Louise Morris, brother Ernest Morris and sister Ressie Shifflett. Services were held Oct. 1 in the chapel of Holly Hill Memorial Gardens.

VIOLA ELIZABETH STAPLES MORRIS
The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Wed, Feb. 18, 2009
Viola Elizabeth Staples Morris, 78, of Haymarket, Virginia, formerly of Charlottesville died Monday, February 16, 2009, at her home. She was born in Roanoke, Virginia, on November 22, 1930, the daughter of the late William and Thelma Rock Staples. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Jackie Gilmer and Kitty Starrett; and a brother, Buddy Staples. Mrs. Morris is survived by her husband, Alvin Edward Morris; her daughter, Sharon R. Morris of Haymarket, Virginia; her son, Gregory Allen Morris of Gainesville, Virginia; one sister, Maxine Marsh; one brother, Ronald Staples; and two grandchildren. A funeral service will be conducted 1 p.m. Friday, February 20, 2009, at the Teague Funeral Home Chapel with the Reverend Keith Brown officiating. Interment will follow at Holly Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6 until 7 p.m. Thursday, February 19, 2009, at the Teague Funeral Home. The family suggests that memorials be made to the American Lung Association, 9221 Forest Hill Avenue, Richmond, VA 23235. Friends may sign the guest register at teaguefuneralhome.com

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Thu, Mar. 31, 2005
VIRGIE IRENE MAUPIN MORRIS
Virgie Irene Maupin Morris, 76, of Keene, died peacefully Wednesday, March 30, 2005, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in North Garden, Va., June 1, 1928, the daughter of the late Percy Linwood and Bessie Jones Maupin. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Elson C. Morris, and her loving dog, Penny. Mrs. Morris loved the 33 years she was employed by the County of Albemarle as a bus driver and assistant. She was a member of Fox Memorial Baptist Church in Scottsville, loved spending time with her family and her canine companions, Pixie and Lucky. She was an avid animal lover and had a great love of cooking for her family and friends at family gatherings. She is survived by her children, Ruth Dudley and her husband, Joseph, of Scottsville, Charles Morris and his fianc?, Carolyn Graves, of Keene, Kenny Morris and his fianc?, Carol Lawson, of Staunton, Nelson Franklin Morris and his wife, Bonita, of Keene, Coleman Randolph Morris and his wife, Sandra, of Keene, Jeanne Sheets and her husband, Mike, of Keene, Donna Scott and her husband, Doug, of Keene, Duane Morris and his friend, Alicia Pillow, of Keene; one sister, Mildred Harlow of Charlottesville; two brothers, Hunter Maupin of North Garden, Jessie Maupin of Charlottesville; 21 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and her canine companions, Pixie and Lucky. A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 2, 2005, at Fox Memorial Baptist Church, Scottsville, with the Rev. Randy Golladay officiating. Interment will follow in Scottsville Cemetery. Following the interment the family will receive friends at the Tri-County Riding Club, Riding Club Road, Keene, Va. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, April 1, 2005, at Teague Funeral Home. The family suggests that memorials be made to the American Cancer Society, Fox Memorial Baptist Church or the Hospice of the Piedmont. The family would like to thank the staff of Hospice of the Piedmont, Dr. Oral, the staff of The University of Virginia Cancer Center, the Rev. Randy Golladay and the many family and friends who were keeping her in their thoughts and prayers. Friends may sign the guest register at teaguefuneralhome.com

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Tue, May 2, 2000
VIRGIE MARY MORRIS
Virgie "Mary" Morris, 69, of Charlottesville, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 30, 2000, at the University of Virginia Medical Center. She was born March 31, 1931, in Albemarle County, daughter of the late Lindsay Morris and Frances Jane Collier Morris. Her husband, Albert Anderson Morris, and two brothers, Roman and Franklin Morris, preceded her in death. She is survived by a sister and her husband, Janie and Lawrence Morris of Scottsville; one son, Thomas Carson Breeden of Waynesboro; three daughters, Judy Damron of Scottsville, Jeanie Breeden of Ruckersville and Penny Morris of Scottsville; eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; a number of nieces and nephews, and many friends at Crescent Halls. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. today at Hill & Wood Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 3, at Oakwood Cemetery with the Rev. Delmer Chandler and the Rev. Larry Hudson officiating.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Mar. 5, 2001
VIRGIE MORRIS CONLEY
Virgie Morris Conley, 76, of Stanardsville, died Saturday, March 3, 2001, at her home. She was born Dec. 24, 1924, in Greene County, a daughter of the late App and Addie Geer Morris. Her husband was the late Luther Conley. She also was preceded in death by a daughter, Barbara Ann Hoiland; two sisters, Lizzie Shifflett and Minnie Shifflett; two brothers, Nelson Morris and Edward Morris; and a grandson, Keith Woodward. She is survived by two daughters, Nettie Mae Montgomery and her husband, Al, of Ruckersville and Gertie Williams of Stanardsville; two sisters, Lethia Mae Conley and Violet Woodward and her husband, Bill, of Stanardsville; two brothers, Lyman Morris and his wife, Hazel, of Quinque and Roy Morris of Stanardsville; and 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Ryan Funeral Chapel in Quinque, with interment in Holly Memorial Gardens. Pastor James Woods and Robert Jones will officiate. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday evening at the funeral home. Note: There is some confusion here because Nettie Mae Montgomery and Gertie Williams are listed as Virgie's daughters, however in her sister Lizzie's obit they are listed as sisters, and also Lethia and Violet are listed as sisters but I think they are actually her daughters.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Wed, Jun. 3, 1992
VIRGINIA G. MORRIS
Virginia G. Morris, 62, of Crimora, died Monday, June 1, 1992, in a local hospital. Born at Montfair on May 23, 1930, she was a daughter of Mary Mae Garrison, of Brown's Cove and the late Rae S. Garrison. She was the widow of Dewey L. Morris. In addition to her mother, "Big Momma", survivors include two sons, Ed R. Morris, and Dewey W. Morris, both of Charlottesville; one brother, Sammy Garrison, Brown's Cove; one sister, Betty Garrison Shifflett of Mt. Sidney; and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her brother, Clifton Garrison and sister, Anne J. Garrison. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Thursday, at Prize Hill Church with Pastor Harold Bare officiating. Interment will follow in Prize Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends 7-8 p.m. today at Teague Funeral Home. Teague Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

The Daily Progress, Charlottesville, VA, Sun, Jul. 12, 2020
VIRGINIA KNIGHT MORRIS

Virginia Knight Morris, 89, of Stanardsville, Va., passed away peacefully in the arms of Jesus, surrounded by her family on Thursday, July 9, 2020, at her home. She was born on June 29, 1931 to the late Leonard Knight and Evaline Knight. She was preceded in death by her husband, Twyman Clee Morris; daughter, Jacqueline Heatwole; brothers, George Knight and Homer Knight; sisters, Lessie Knight, Lily Williams, Arlene Vurnakes; grandson, Bruce Morris, Jr.; and son-in-law, Ronnie Parrish. Virginia was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her favorite time was cooking for her family and friends and she was known for her Sunday dinners. She was a devoted Christian and treasured the friendships with her church family. She is survived by her daughters, Linda Parrish of Stanardsville and Karron Good and husband, James of Madison; sons, Richard Morris and wife, Barbara and Jeffrey Morris and wife, Linda of Stanardsville; grandchildren, Stephen Morris and wife, Roxanne, Anthony Heatwole and friend, Shirley, Mark Heatwole and wife, Rachel, Candace Patterson and husband, Mike, Cranston Parrish and wife, Katie, Cynthia Dean and husband, Stuart, Kevin Good and wife, Sarah, Luke Morris, Emily Easton and husband, Shane; 18 great-grandchildren; son-in-law, Stanley Heatwole; and special caregiver, Doris Dye. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, July 13, 2020, at Preddy Funeral Home in Madison. Masks and social distancing required at the service. Interment will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to Medi Home Hospice, 941 Glenwood Station Lane, Suite 303, Charlottesville, Va. 22901 or Greene County Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 302 Stanardsville, Va. 22973.

The Daily News Record, Harrisonburg, VA, Sep. 23, 2004
VIRGINIA LEE FERRELL MORRIS
Virginia Lee Ferrell Morris of Shenandoah, died Monday, Sept. 20, 2004, at Rockingham Memorial Hospital in Harrisonburg. Mrs. Morris was born in Shenandoah, and was a daughter of the late Conn and Mary Merica Ferrell. She retired from the Genie Company in 1995. On Oct. 1, 1955, she married Ben F. Morris, who survives. She also is survived by a daughter, Vickie Shifflett of Shenandoah; three sisters, Hilda Tappy and Helen Painter, both of Shenandoah and Nina Morris of Grottoes; two grandsons and a number of nieces and nephews. The Rev. Hudson Nuckols will conduct a graveside service 11 a.m. Thursday at Rest Haven Cemetery. There will be no viewing. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shenandoah Fire Department, 201 Pennsylvania Ave., Shenandoah, VA 22849, or the Shenandoah Rescue Squad, 544 Fourth St., Shenandoah. Arrangements are by the Kyger Funeral Home in Shenandoah.

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VIRGINIA REE MORRIS
Virginia Ree Morris, 60, of Stanardsville, passed away Thursday Nov. 25, 1999 in Charlottesville. She was born Nov. 15, 1939, in Greene County, a daughter of the late Welford and Lula May Conley. She is survived by her husband of 41 years, George E. Morris of Stanardsville; three daughters, Wanda Shifflett and Bonnie Morris, both of Elkton, and Sandy Roach of Stanardsville; two sons, Troy Morris and George T. Morris, both of Stanardsville; six sisters, Patsy Hoover, Shirley Barton, Ruby Lam, Leanna Lam, Diane Taylor and Christine Meadows, all of Elkton; two brothers, Wilbert Conley of Stanardsville and Gilbert Conley of Luray; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Mrs. Morris was a member of Lydia Pentecostal Church. A funeral service will be held at 11 a. m. Monday at Ryan Funeral Chapel in Quinque, with interment in the Lydia Pentecostal Cemetery. The Rev. Jones Lam will officiate. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p. m. Sunday at the funeral home.


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