Lois W. Morris

Lois W. Morris passed away at home, surrounded by her family, on Tuesday, November 8, 2011 after an extended illness. She was born May 8, 1925 to the late Willie and Annie (Horner) Davis in Hilham, TN. Lois lived in Rochester, MI for many years and retired from Northville Downs Race Track at age 75. She was preceded in death by her husband Richard (Dick) Morris. Lois moved to Cary, NC to live with her daughter and here, she enjoyed the sunshine, trees, flowers and wildlife.

At her 85th birthday party she said, “I’ve had a good life and I have enjoyed living it.” Lois will be remembered for her devotion to family, generosity, and sense of humor.

Lois is survived by her son, Jim Qualls and wife, Jan of Lake Orion, MI, daughter, Sherry Folkman of Cary, NC; Sandy Rafferty of Pinehurst, NC; grandchildren, Sam and Sara Qualls, Kurt, Max and Kass Folkman, Lindsey Neal ; great-grandchildren, Jack and Whitney Folkman, Cliff and Caroline Neal; sister, Elaine Reed of Gainesboro, TN.

The family will receive friends from 6-8 pm, Friday, November 11, 2011 at Brown-Wynne Funeral Home, 200 SE Maynard Rd, Cary, NC

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Wake County, 250 Hospice Circle, Raleigh, NC 27607.

Condolences and fond memories may be offered at www.brownwynnecary.com