James E. Morgan, 96, of Kokomo, passed on October 29, 2026 at 6:06 AM, at The Brickyard Sycamore Village. He was born on September 27, 1930 in Roanoke, Indiana to the late Griffith and Mary (Tetrick) Morgan. James married Coralee "Corky" (Nealis) Morgan in 1954, and she survives.
James served his country in the United States Air Force, during the Korean War from 1951 until 1955. After his military career, he went on to work for Jewel Tea Co. as a successful salesman, retiring after 34 years. He was #1 salesman in the nation for multiple years and loved his job. After retirement, he opened his own business, Sarducci's Pizza, which was a dream of his for many years. James was a member of Brookside Free Methodist Church for many years.
James is survived by his loving wife of 73 years, Corky; son, Gregory Morgan; daughter, Teresa (Jack) McGrew; son, Michael (Ellen) Morgan; ten grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by two sons, James Morgan Jr. and Kenneth Morgan.
There will be a time of visitation for James on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 from 11:00 AM until the time of service at 12:00 PM at Brookside Free Methodist Church, 190 East 400 South, Kokomo, IN 46902. Pastor Jeff Bradley and Pastor Doug Benham will be officiating. Burial will follow to Sunset Memory Garden Cemetery. Full military honors will be performed by the United States Air Force and VFW Post #1152 Military Rites Team. Memorial contributions may be made in James's memory to Brookside Free Methodist Church, envelopes will be provided.
