James Morgan Obituary James L. Morgan Suffolk - James Leonard Morgan, 89, died March 22, 2017. He was born in Holland, Virginia on February 29, 1928. He was the son of the late William Clifford Morgan, Sr. and Marion Dunn Morgan. James is also predeceased by three brothers; William Clifford Morgan, Jr., George F. Morgan, Archie T. Morgan and two sisters Eva Dunn Morgan Baker and Marion Lee Kirkpatrick. James was an Army veteran serving in Yokohama, Japan in Chemical Warfare in 1946-1947. Upon his return to the States he went to work for VDOT, Suffolk District. He retired after 40 years of service as District Heavy Equipment Repair Foreman. James was also a member of Oakland Christian Church and will be remembered for his love and devotion to his family and friends. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Marian Vaughan Morgan, brother; O. Parks Morgan and wife Lottie of Chesapeake, VA, sister; Eloise Morgan Raine and husband Arthur of Pocomoke, MD, sister-in-law; Jane Morgan of Southern Pines, NC, god-daughters; Pamela Kirkpatrick Gersch and husband Mark of Chico, CA, Julie Masters Mills and husband Michael of Portsmouth, VA, nieces; Donna Morgan Moore and husband Harry, Brenda Morgan Humphreys and husband Kevin who were very special. Also, many nieces and nephews he dearly loved. A graveside service will be held 11 AM Saturday, March 25, 2017 at Cedar Hill Cemetery 105 Mahan St., Suffolk. The family will receive friends Friday, March 24, 2017 from 5-6:30 PM at Baker-Foster Funeral Home 5685 Lee Farm Lane, Suffolk. Following the service the family will receive friends at the home of Marian and James. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. Condolences may be offered at www.bakerfoster.com. James Morgan Obituary (1928 - 2017) - Suffolk, VA - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.rwbakerfh.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?searchName=James+Morgan&page=1 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/pilotonline/name/james-morgan-obituary?id=11133161 3) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/James-L-Morgan/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Narrative summary of the obituary: James Leonard Morgan, 89, died on 22 March 2017. Born in Holland, Virginia on 29 February 1928, he was an Army veteran and retired from VDOT after 40 years. He was predeceased by his parents and five siblings. James was survived by his wife, siblings, and extended family. ### Narrative summary of funeral services: A graveside service was held on 25 March 2017 at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Suffolk. The family received friends on 24 March 2017 at Baker Foster Funeral Home, Suffolk. Following the service, friends were received at the home of Marian and James. ### The Edited Obituary: James Morgan Obituary James L. Morgan Suffolk - James Leonard Morgan, 89, died 22 March 2017. He was born in Holland, Virginia on 29 February 1928. He was the son of the late William Clifford Morgan Sr. and Marion Dunn Morgan. James is also predeceased by three brothers: William Clifford Morgan Jr., George F. Morgan, Archie T. Morgan and two sisters Eva Dunn Morgan Baker and Marion Lee Kirkpatrick. James was an Army veteran serving in Yokohama, Japan in Chemical Warfare in 1946-1947. Upon his return to the States he went to work for VDOT, Suffolk District. He retired after 40 years of service as District Heavy Equipment Repair Foreman. James was also a member of Oakland Christian Church and will be remembered for his love and devotion to his family and friends. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Marian Vaughan Morgan, brother O. Parks Morgan and wife Lottie of Chesapeake, VA, sister Eloise Morgan Raine and husband Arthur of Pocomoke, MD, sister in law Jane Morgan of Southern Pines, NC, goddaughters Pamela Kirkpatrick Gersch and husband Mark of Chico, CA, Julie Masters Mills and husband Michael of Portsmouth, VA, nieces Donna Morgan Moore and husband Harry, Brenda Morgan Humphreys and husband Kevin who were very special. Also, many nieces and nephews he dearly loved. A graveside service will be held 11 AM Saturday, 25 March 2017 at Cedar Hill Cemetery 105 Mahan St., Suffolk. The family will receive friends Friday, 24 March 2017 from 5-6:30 PM at Baker Foster Funeral Home 5685 Lee Farm Lane, Suffolk. Following the service the family will receive friends at the home of Marian and James. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the charity of one's choice. Condolences may be offered at www.bakerfoster.com. ### Vital Statistics Summary: ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | James Leonard Morgan | |---------|-------------------------------------| | Age | 89 | | Birth | 29 February 1928; Holland, Virginia | | Death | 22 March 2017; Suffolk, Virginia | ### Table of Relationships: ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |------------------------------|----------------------|-------------------------------| | James Leonard Morgan | Decedent | Suffolk, VA | | Marian Vaughan Morgan | Spouse | Suffolk, VA | | William Clifford Morgan Sr. | Predeceased Parent | -- | | Marion Dunn Morgan | Predeceased Parent | -- | | O. Parks Morgan | Sibling | Chesapeake, VA | | Eloise Morgan Raine | Sibling | Pocomoke, MD | | William Clifford Morgan Jr. | Predeceased Sibling | -- | | George F. Morgan | Predeceased Sibling | -- | | Archie T. Morgan | Predeceased Sibling | -- | | Eva Dunn Morgan Baker | Predeceased Sibling | -- | | Marion Lee Kirkpatrick | Predeceased Sibling | -- | | Jane Morgan | Sister-in-law | Southern Pines, NC | | Pamela Kirkpatrick Gersch | Goddaughter | Chico, CA | | Julie Masters Mills | Goddaughter | Portsmouth, VA | | Donna Morgan Moore | Niece | Unknown | | Brenda Morgan Humphreys | Niece | Unknown | ### Other Relevant Information: 1. James was an Army veteran, serving in Chemical Warfare in Yokohama, Japan from 1946-1947. 2. He worked for VDOT, Suffolk District after returning from military service. 3. James retired after 40 years of service as District Heavy Equipment Repair Foreman. 4. He was a member of Oakland Christian Church. 5. James was remembered for his love and devotion to his family and friends.