OBITUARY
Virgil "Tom" Thomas Morton
November 18, 1945 – May 1, 2013
New Bern, NC
Virgil Thomas “Tom” Morton, 67, of New Bern, passed away May 1, 2013 at home.
Born in Kansas City, Kansas and raised in Peoria, IL he received his bachelor’s degree from Bradley University and his masters from Illinois State University. He taught high school and coached football and baseball in Pekin, IL for four years before beginning his career in the transportation field. He worked for several companies and retired from UPS Freight in February, 2013. Mr. Morton loved the Lord, his family, St. Louis Cardinals and golf. He was an active member of Centenary United Methodist Church where he served in the United Methodist Men; and also served as an usher and he was a member of the Taberna Mens Golf Assoc. He is preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Georgia Morton.
He is survived by his wife, Polly Morton, two sons, Jeff Morton and wife Crystal of Dallas, TX; Greg Morton and wife Sandra of Los Angeles, CA; one brother, Don Morton and wife Peggy of Ft. Worth, TX; two sisters, Judy Fisher and husband Ray of Bloomington, IL; Joleen Bailey and husband Jim of Peoria, IL; four grandchildren, Cameron and Shelby Richmond, Donavin and Destiny Johnson and several nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at 2:00 pm Sunday, May 5, 2013 at Centenary United Methodist Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Wounded Warriors Fund, St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or Centenary United Methodist Church.
Online condolences may be made to the Morton family at www.cottenfuneralhome.com
Services
- Memorial Service Sunday, May 5, 2013
REMEMBERING
Virgil "Tom" Thomas Morton
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RECEIVE UPDATESLynne Rodgers
June 12, 2013
Dear Polly,
I am so sorry to hear about Tom. We have lost touch over the years but you both were never far from my thoughts. I was blessed to have known and worked for Tom and I will never forgot both of your kindness. My deepest sypmathy and prayers for you and the family.
Lynne Rodgers (Saddlebrooke, Mo)
Robert Brooks
May 26, 2013
Dear Polly (and Family)
While it has been a few years since we ministered together in beginning a wonderful new community of faith in Aurora, I have so many wonderful memories of Tom and a life well lived. I am a better pastor and person because of the variety of gifts he shared and I learned from. Well done faithful servant! Well done! Bob Brooks (Seattle Washington)
Hector and Sherri Colon
May 7, 2013
Dear Polly,
We were so sorry to hear about Tom. He kept his light shining for God and he was such an inspiration. You and your family will be in our prayers.
John and Judy Simon
May 6, 2013
Dearest Polly,
We love you, our hearts are broken. Tom was a beautiful man, generous in spirit with a kind heart. And fun! A beautiful singing voice. You and your sons are much in our thought and prayers.
Al and Sabrina White
May 5, 2013
Polly, Al and I were so sorry to here about your loss.Your family is in your prays. we have wonderful memories of you guys and i thank god for that. We have been blessed to have known Tom.
May 5, 2013
We are sorry for Tom's passing. No words can express the feelings of your loss. The short time we have know Tom he was a truly a special man that loved God and Family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Love
Don & Debbie Ford Granbury,Tx
Logan Kerr
May 5, 2013
Polly: I am sorry to hear of the loss of Tom. I was privileged to have worked with him at UPS Freight and considered Tom to be an inspirational leader and a very special friend. Tom lead by example. He showed us religion, family and friends also needed to be an important part of our everyday lives. I am greatly saddened Tom is gone and will pray you and your family find peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Leanne (Harris) Emery
May 4, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I went to Limestone HS with Tom (Virgil) and have fond memories. Was anticipating seeing him again at our 50th and am sorry will not see him. Please know you are in my prayers and remember you are surrounded by the love of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.
Jennifer Robson
May 4, 2013
Polly,
I am so sorry to hear about Tom. He was a great man. One whom I have learned so much from. You and the boys are in my thoughts and prayers. It was an honor to have known a man such as your late husband. May God bless you all and hold you ever near at heart.
Lew & Roberta Wysong
May 4, 2013
Polly,
Roberta and I were very sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Our family will be eternally grateful for the opportunities and guidance Tom gave me during the many years that I was privileged to have worked with him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Scot Henschel
May 4, 2013
"Dear Polly, I am so sorry to hear the news of Tom's passing.I was so blessed to learn and work with Tom.He was a great leader and teacher.
May 3, 2013
Dear Polly - words couldn't describe how very sad we are to hear of Tom's passing. He was truly a wonderful human being. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark and Denise King, St. Louis, MO
May 3, 2013
Dear Polly,
Judy Carol and I were saddened to learn of Tom's passing.
Tom was warm, gracious and one of the finest gentleman we have ever met; he will surely be missed by us and this community.
Our prayers will be with you and your family during these times.
Warm Regards,
Alva & Judy Carol Windham
Taberna
Larry & Karen (Boots) Muzzy
May 3, 2013
We are SO sorry to hear of Tom's passing....(Virgil to us at LCHS in Bartonville....) He was a great guy back then & evidently matured VERY well......we were looking forward to seeing him & you, Polly, at our 50th next month. So sad.
May the Lord wrap His loving arms around you and all your family during this difficult time. God Bless You.
Kathy Downey
May 3, 2013
Polly - Words would never be able to express the gratitude and admiration I have for Tom. He was an extraordinary man and an amazing leader. Tom was an exceptional mentor and a dear friend. His wisdom, encouragement, faith, and humor will be sorely missed. It is an honor to have worked for him and to call him my friend. You, Tom, and your entire family will forever remain in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Vicki Downey
May 3, 2013
I am so sorry to hear the news of Tom's passing, my prayers are with his family and friends. He was a good man and I am glad I had the honor to work for him.
Holly (Sipp) Zessin
May 3, 2013
Prayers for all the family in this time of loss.
Julie Spyres
May 3, 2013
Polly,
Kim and I are so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. We just loved him!! You are in our thoughts and prayers.
David & Kristine Meyer
May 3, 2013
Polly,
Kristine and I were saddened to hear of Tom's passing. Tom was a friend, mentor and leader for me and so many within our organization. Truly, a great man. His legacy is amazing and he will always be remembered. Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Ruth Anne Edwards
May 3, 2013
Polly, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. UPS Freight - Federalsburg MD
May 3, 2013
What a blessing it was to know such a great man! Tom was a true blessing to the whole UPS Freight Family. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Michelle Ross--Richmond, VA
May 3, 2013
Polly, Tom will truley be missed from many of us at UPS Freight. Many of us have great memories of working with Tom and also playing as well. He was a great leader and a trusting person you could talk with. I hope you remember the fishing outings in Baltimore we did together and how much fun we had. Our prayers are with you and your family. He will be missed.
Eddy Collett (Baltimore)
Ruth Anne Edwards
May 3, 2013
Polly -- It was truly sad to hear the news of Tom's passing, We are sorry to hear about your loss, he was a true leader. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Ruth Anne Edwards, UPS Freight Federalsburg MD
Altria Transportation
May 3, 2013
To the family of Tom Morton: We were saddened to hear of his passing. He was a respected business partner and friend. He will be missed.
May 3, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. may God give you strength, peace and comfort. Jeaneen Pitts - UPS Freight - Richmond, VA
David Graham
May 3, 2013
Mrs. Morton and family, I was so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Tom introduced me into the UPS Freight family in 2011 and provided me with great leadership and motivation. My thoughts are with you.
Dorrel & Bob Keyser
May 3, 2013
Sorry about losing Tom Please call us if you need anything
Steve and Becky Smith
May 3, 2013
Polly - we are truly saddened to hear of Tom's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless.
Diana Stephens
May 3, 2013
Polly and Family, so many beautiful memories flood over us when we remember the ways that Tom has touched so many lives. I remember most how much Tom loved the Lord and how that shaped his influence with FVACC. Miles separate us, but know that you are embraced by your church family in Aurora and we remember Tom with much fondness.
Lisa Bell
May 3, 2013
Your family is in our prayers in your time of need.
Eddie Meadows
May 3, 2013
Polly,
Tom was truly a great mentor and leader. I am sorry to hear about your loss. He will surely be missed. My family and I will be praying for you and your family. May God comfort you and provide you a sense of peace during this tough time.
Chuck Comer
May 3, 2013
Polly and the entire Morton Family,
As we stand here sadden and in disbelief that we have suddenly lost a Great man it will be the memories of Tom that will continue to move us forward in life. Tom was a Great man in all aspect of life and he made us all better people , he was tuff but fair in his work life and he will remain in my mind and heart as being one of the Greatest leaders I had ever had a chance to meet but he was also a friend .
May 2, 2013
Polly
I was so saddened to hear of Tom's passing and remember so well all the great times that we all shared. I was proud to call him my friend and all the kindnesses that he showed everyone who new him. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. May God bless and keep you as you mourn his passing.
Much love,
Barry Greever
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