Born November 18, 1937 in Hickman, Kentucky to James F. and Annie L. (Williams) Morris, he married Betty Lou Todd on June 12, 1958 in Pekin.
Surviving are his wife of 66 years and one son, Jerry (Edith) Morris of Creve Coeur.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters and six brothers.
Bob had worked at Caterpillar, Inc. in Mapleton as an experimental foundryman before retiring in 1992. He was a member of the UAW Local 974 in East Peoria.
He was a jack of all trades who loved fishing and hunting.
His funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday, February 3, 2025 at Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin. Pastor Randy Justus will officiate. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will be at Lakeside Cemetery in Pekin.
Memorial contributions may be given to Susan G. Komen, 13770 Noel Road, Suite 801889, Dallas, Texas 75380.
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