Gary Arlen Morris Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Gary Morris, Holden Missouri, passed away August 25, 2017 at his home surrounded by his family. Gary was born November 24, 1948 in Kansas City, Missouri to Verner Wayne Morris and Glady's M. (Koehler) Morris. Gary married Sherald Phelps October 1, 1967 and worked as a truck driver for A-1 Rental delivering and setting up mobile offices.. Gary was a handyman with many talents, always willing to help anyone in need, always touching peoples lives with kindness. One of Gary's last accomplishments was building a house for a close family friend. Gary and Sherald moved to the Holden area from Raytown, Missouri thirteen years ago. Gary was preceded in death by his parents, and by two sisters, Beverly Smith and Laura Starr. He is survived by his wife Sherald of the home, One son, Gary Wayne Morris and wife Melanie, Holden, Missouri; One daughter, Teresa Ann Knapp and husband Daniel, Tonganoxie, Kansas; Two brothers, Wayne Morris and wife Beverly, Blue Springs, Missouri, Larry Morris and wife Janice, Raymore, Missouri; one sister, Sharon Block and husband Jeryl, Raytown, Missouri and Five Grandchildren, Gaige, Jacob, Kelsi, Logan, and Chase. Many Nieces and Nephews and a host of many friends. Memorial contributions can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project in memory of Gary Morris. Visitation will be Tuesday August 29, 2017 at 10:00am at Ben Cast & Son-Wood Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Tuesday August 29, 2017 at 11:00am at Ben Cast & Son-Wood Funeral Home Interment will be at the Gilbert Cemetery, Holden, Missouri following the service.

Gary Arlen Morris

November 24, 1948 - August 25, 2017