Troy Roland Morris

Mr. Morris served in the United States Army from 1953 to 1955 as a master carpenter and was awarded as a sharp shooter. He was a leading light at Oolenoy Baptist Church where he served as deacon and Sunday School Teacher for many years. Troy was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He treasured the time that he spent with his family. Troy also enjoyed gardening, reading and golfing.

Mr. Morris is survived by his loving wife Ruth of 66 years: two children: Jane Gilcrease (Steve) and Tim Morris (Cindy). He is survived by a number of loving grandchildren: T.R. Morris (Jessica), Rebecca Robinson (Michael), Catherine Kalinovich (Jarrad), Elizabeth Hitt along with a number of most precious great grandchildren: Jeremy, Adriana, Grace, Audrey, Karsyn and Kase. Also surviving is a sister: “Tootsie” Hayes (Brandon) and a sister-in-law Audrey Morris.

Troy was predeceased by his parents and siblings: Ed, Viola, Folger, Ruby, Dwayne, Bobbie Ruth, Helen, Curtis and Diane.

The family will be having a funeral service on Friday, May 6, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Dillard Funeral Home Chapel 2402 Gentry Memorial Highway Pickens, South Carolina 29671. A visitation will be held before the service starting at 10:00 AM at the funeral home. Mr. Morris will be laid to rest at Hillcrest Memorial Park following the service.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Oolenoy Baptist Chruch Building Fund 201 Miracle Hill Road, Pickens, South Carolina 29671

Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the Morris Family.

Online condolences may be sent to www.dillardfunerals.com