Cecil A. Morris Sr.

Cecil was raised in a faith-based home and professed a hope in Christ at an early age and was a member of Greater Canaan church and continued his faith journey throughout his life as a member of Jones Tabernacle AME Zion church.

Cecil received his formal education at Broad Ripple High School. After graduation he married his high school sweetheart Cheryl Higginson-Brown, where two children came from that union. He then began his 35 yearlong manufacturing career with Harvester (Navistar) where he retired from in 2006. Cecil was a dedicated and hard worker. After his retirement he went into business for himself as a private contractor.

On December 9, 1981, Cecil was joined in holy matrimony to his forever, lifelong love Beverly E. Morris for 39 years until his passing. He was a devoted husband and father to his wife, children, and grandchildren where he treasured every moment spent with them.

Cecil will be remembered by his love for Christ, his unfailing work ethic, his generous smile, his willingness to help anyone he could, his entertaining yet true stories, and his powerful life testimony. He was dapper in his dress and took fashion cues from no one. He enjoyed traveling with his wife and family, especially to the annual August family reunions. He always put family first. He loved and adored each and every one of his family members; all who have their own personal memories and relationship with him. At any given time or encounter with him he would be sure to give his unsolicited advice, wisdom, and intellect. He left a lasting impact on all he came in contact with.

Cecil extended his love of helping beyond his family out to the community. He was dedicated, committed, and contributed time as a member of the Broad Ripple High School Alumni Association. He also volunteered with the Foster Grandparent Program where he received several awards and recognition for his outstanding work in volunteering and being a vital part of the “One Child at a Time” initiative; to teach, support, and enhance the lives of children. Based on his awards of excellence and appreciation in this program he was also recognized by Community Action of Greater Indianapolis for his achievements.

Cecil had a rich and blessed journey. The life he lived was a legacy within itself however it will live on through one of his biggest accomplishments, his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Left to treasure and keep alive his precious memories is his devoted, loving, and adorning wife Beverly.

Cecil transitioned from this life to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 10, 2021. He was proceeded in death by his parents Thedis and Berlin Morris, his son Christopher A. Morris, great grandson Rodgerick A. Payne Jr., and two nieces Kimberly and Tomika.

He leaves to cherish his memory 3 daughters, Tiffany D. Brown-White, Cicely A. Taylor (William), Shanelle L. Best (Lehman), one son Cecil A. Morris II, 5 grandchildren Shanel Rowe, Chaz Osborn, Cecil A. Morris III, Adrienne J. Best, and Lehla L. Best, 1 great grandchild RaSean Payne, 6 sisters Joyce Barnett, Linda McTush, Brenda McChristian (Quintin), Glenda Morris, Janice White (Rodney), Jeanetta White (Patrick), 4 brothers Cletus Morris (Cynthia), Cedric Morris (Charlene), Kevin Morris, Keith Morris (Arlene) and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and close friends.

A private family service will be held and guests are welcome to watch the services via live stream on Crown Hill Funeral Home and Cemetery Facebook page, approximately at 12 p.m. on Saturday, August 28, 2021.