Morris Fuller Kendrick

Morris will be lovingly remembered by his children: Neal (Pam) Kendrick of Montgomery and Bonnie (Jerry, Jr.) Angel of Epworth, Georgia; grandchildren Jordan (Erika) Kendrick of Montgomery, Hunter (Caroline) Kendrick of Auburn, Chandler Churchwell of Troy, Shelby (Hannon) Hill of Spanish Fort, Alabama, Stephen Angel of Blue Ridge, Georgia, and Michael Angel of Turtletown, Tennessee; and 10 great-grandchildren as well as numerous other relatives and friends.

Morris was preceded in death by his bride of 63 years, Peggy O’Neal Kendrick, parents Elmer and Lila Kendrick, brother Allen Kendrick, sister Robbie Jo Hrabe, granddaughter Jennifer Angel Herrington, and great niece Reba Bauer.

Morris was born on September 1, 1931, in Centerville, AL and graduated from Suttle High School in 1949. SSgt Kendrick volunteered for military service and enlisted in the U.S. Air Force on October 10, 1950. He completed Basic Training at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. He was assigned to Hill Air Force Base, Utah and deployed to Korea. He was honorably discharged from military service on October 10, 1954.

After military service, Morris went to Alabama Polytechnic Institute (Auburn University) on the GI Bill and graduated with a B.S. Degree in Business Administration in 1958. Upon graduation, Morris went to work as an auditor for the Alabama Department of Revenue in Demopolis, AL, where he met his wife, Peggy. He then moved to the purchasing department of Vanity Fair in Demopolis. After moving to Montgomery and returning to the Alabama Department of Revenue, Morris took a position that was created for him as Chief Auditor for the Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) Board. In 1994, he retired after 39 years of service from the State of Alabama.

Morris and his family have been lifelong members of Eastern Hills Baptist Church since 1964 where he worked in the Sunday School nursery for over 38 years teaching toddlers about Jesus. He also served as a Greeter, a Royal Ambassadors leader, and helped prepare meals on Carpenters for Christ mission trips for many years. He also served as an Adult Leader for the Boy Scout troop that was sponsored by Eastern Hills.

Morris took his job as husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, friend, and brother in Christ very seriously. He was a constant and steady force in all of their lives. His quiet demeanor spoke louder than any voice. His calmness in every situation made the worst seem easier to handle. His advice came from his heart as he truly wanted the best for everyone. He was an inspiration to those who knew him because he could build you up with his words no matter how down you might feel. Just being around Morris made you want to be a better person.

Morris didn’t always have a lot to say, but what he said was well worth listening to. His stories made you feel like you were present to see them happen. He loved his family. He served his God with all of his heart and was definitely the spiritual leader we all should strive to be. His prayers were uplifting and indicated how important God and family were to him.

In addition to spending time with his family, Morris enjoyed being outdoors, fishing, gardening, and all things Auburn.

A celebration of Morris’ life will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, August 25, 2023, at Leak Memory with visitation beginning at 10:00 am. A private graveside ceremony will take place after the service.

A visitation for Morris will be held Friday, August 25, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Leak Memory Chapel, 945 Lincoln Road, Montgomery, AL 36109, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 AM.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.Leak-MC.com for the Kendrick family.