Morris E. Ferrell, Sr. died unexpectedly at home in White Oak, Texas Monday October 26, 2015 at the age of 86 years.
Morris is survived by his wife of 64 years, a daughter, 2 sons, a sister and a host of nieces and nephews and countless friends.
Morris was born August 21, 1929 in Cass County, Texas to Burl and Eulalia Ferrell.
He graduated from Linden High School. Following graduation he joined the Marine Corps, serving in California two years. Following his tour of duty he began work in the oilfield. After a distinguished career with Mobil Oil Corporation he retired as Senior Production Foreman in 1996.
Morris enjoyed hunting, golfing, and fishing with family and friends. He and his wife, Maggie were world travelers. Morris was generous with his time and service to others, including volunteering as docent at the East Texas Oil Museum for many years, Little League president, serving on the American Petroleum Institute (API) golf committee and scholarship board for over 40 years. Morris also authored articles on the “Big-Inch/Little-Inch” pipeline that was crucial to the WWII war effort.
Morris was an active and dedicated member of the First Baptist Church of Longview, serving as deacon, Sunday School teacher, and superintendent. He and Maggie made many mission trips for the church and Buckner International.
Happy trails, Daddy!
From Max
(Radar Funeral Home Internet)
Morris is survived by his wife of 64 years, a daughter, 2 sons, a sister and a host of nieces and nephews and countless friends.
Morris was born August 21, 1929 in Cass County, Texas to Burl and Eulalia Ferrell.
He graduated from Linden High School. Following graduation he joined the Marine Corps, serving in California two years. Following his tour of duty he began work in the oilfield. After a distinguished career with Mobil Oil Corporation he retired as Senior Production Foreman in 1996.
Morris enjoyed hunting, golfing, and fishing with family and friends. He and his wife, Maggie were world travelers. Morris was generous with his time and service to others, including volunteering as docent at the East Texas Oil Museum for many years, Little League president, serving on the American Petroleum Institute (API) golf committee and scholarship board for over 40 years. Morris also authored articles on the “Big-Inch/Little-Inch” pipeline that was crucial to the WWII war effort.
Morris was an active and dedicated member of the First Baptist Church of Longview, serving as deacon, Sunday School teacher, and superintendent. He and Maggie made many mission trips for the church and Buckner International.
Happy trails, Daddy!
From Max
(Radar Funeral Home Internet)
Morris E. Ferrell, Sr. died unexpectedly at home in White Oak, Texas Monday October 26, 2015 at the age of 86 years.
Morris is survived by his wife of 64 years, a daughter, 2 sons, a sister and a host of nieces and nephews and countless friends.
Morris was born August 21, 1929 in Cass County, Texas to Burl and Eulalia Ferrell.
He graduated from Linden High School. Following graduation he joined the Marine Corps, serving in California two years. Following his tour of duty he began work in the oilfield. After a distinguished career with Mobil Oil Corporation he retired as Senior Production Foreman in 1996.
Morris enjoyed hunting, golfing, and fishing with family and friends. He and his wife, Maggie were world travelers. Morris was generous with his time and service to others, including volunteering as docent at the East Texas Oil Museum for many years, Little League president, serving on the American Petroleum Institute (API) golf committee and scholarship board for over 40 years. Morris also authored articles on the “Big-Inch/Little-Inch” pipeline that was crucial to the WWII war effort.
Morris was an active and dedicated member of the First Baptist Church of Longview, serving as deacon, Sunday School teacher, and superintendent. He and Maggie made many mission trips for the church and Buckner International.
Happy trails, Daddy!
From Max
(Radar Funeral Home Internet)
Morris is survived by his wife of 64 years, a daughter, 2 sons, a sister and a host of nieces and nephews and countless friends.
Morris was born August 21, 1929 in Cass County, Texas to Burl and Eulalia Ferrell.
He graduated from Linden High School. Following graduation he joined the Marine Corps, serving in California two years. Following his tour of duty he began work in the oilfield. After a distinguished career with Mobil Oil Corporation he retired as Senior Production Foreman in 1996.
Morris enjoyed hunting, golfing, and fishing with family and friends. He and his wife, Maggie were world travelers. Morris was generous with his time and service to others, including volunteering as docent at the East Texas Oil Museum for many years, Little League president, serving on the American Petroleum Institute (API) golf committee and scholarship board for over 40 years. Morris also authored articles on the “Big-Inch/Little-Inch” pipeline that was crucial to the WWII war effort.
Morris was an active and dedicated member of the First Baptist Church of Longview, serving as deacon, Sunday School teacher, and superintendent. He and Maggie made many mission trips for the church and Buckner International.
Happy trails, Daddy!
From Max
(Radar Funeral Home Internet)
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