Joel Benjamin Morris
Joel Benjamin Morris died March 23, 2009.
Born September 5, 1969 in Hutchinson, Kansas, to Royce L. “Lonnie” Morris and Susan B. Rozelle. He was preceded in death by one sister, Mary Jane Morris, and his grandparents, LeRoy and Ruth Fugitt and, Leon and Catheryn Morris.
Joel attended Trinity Lutheran Church in Mission, Kansas, where he was involved in their music program. He loved music, reading, sports, sharing his talent of singing, and was especially fond of his nieces and nephews.
He is survived by father, Royce L. “Lonnie” Morris, and wife Cyndi of Ozawkie, Kansas, and mother, Susan Rozelle of Arkansas City, Kansas. He is also survived by three sisters, Sarah Kempke (Darin) of Furlong, Pennsylvania, Emily Jarboe (David) of Arkansas City, Kansas, and Abby Dickey (Bryan) of Arkansas City, Kansas, as well as seven nieces and nephews, and several aunts and uncles.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Baker University Vocal Music Department (P. O. Box 65, Baldwin City, Kansas 66006) or Trinity Lutheran Church (5601 W. 62nd Street, Mission, Kansas 66202).
Memorial Service
A memorial service will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church in Mission, Kansas on Saturday, March 28, 2009, at 2 p.m.
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Lonnie and Cyndi-I really was speachless when you told me what had just happened. I am still amazed at your dedication to the students of Royal Valley as you felt the need to take the team to practice yesterday. My heart so out to you and I wish there was something I could do to ease your pain. I just can’t even imagine. If there is anything at all I can do please don’t hesitate to contact me.
Debbie
Just learned of Joel’s passing. I enjoyed talking to Joel the few times we were able to visit as well as his musical talent. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Joel was a real blessing at Trinity. He was loving and fun with the children and had a beautiful voice that he shared during the Well Servces that we attended. He will be missed.
Lonnie and family,
Wanted to send my condolences, even though I only know you through talking with Janette Sharpe about the Cain family. So sorry for your loss.
Lonnie and family,
Wanted to send my condolences, even though I only know you through talking with Jeanette Sharpe about the Cain family. So sorry for your loss.
I was a fraternity brother of Joel’s at Baker. My memories of him are of a fun loving, ever-exploring young man. I’m glad to read he never stopped singing.
My thoughts are with you Sarah and your family.
-John
Sarah and Darin & family – While I did not know Joel, your family was a very important part of my life in Kansas City. My deepest sympathy to you and your extended family during this loss. Losing a loved one challenges you but I know your deep faith and commitment to each other will help give you strength to persevere. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dear Susan and Family: I am thinking of you this a.m. and while I cannot imagine the grief you feel, please know that your friends and family are remembering you in our prayers. God doesn’t need all the old wilted flowers in his garden, he needs some bright and shining stars. Love, Lorraine
I’m so very sorry to hear of Joel’ s passing. I’m a fraternity brother of Joel’s from Baker University. My prayers are with Sarah and your family.
Wayne Everett
I’m so sorry to hear of Joel’s passing. I met Joel at Baker my freshman year. My thoughts are with his family.
To Joel’s family,
My sincere sympathy and prayers are with you during this time of grief. I was a fraternity brother of Joel at Baker.
You are in my thoughts. I was in the BU choir with Joel. I have only the fondest memories of him. I’m sorry for your loss.
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. Joel was always a nice, and fun guy to be around.
I have many fond memories of Joel from our fraternity days at Baker. His loss is profound. The thoughts and prayers of my family are with him, today and always.
Lonnie and Susan,
Was so sorry to hear about Joel. Hadn’t seen him in several years, but have many good memories of the whole family when you lived in Lyons.
Linda Sunley
I was a fraternity brother of Joel’s and have many, many fond memories. He loved life and shared that love with everyone he encountered; had a personality that could fill a room. Although we lost touch over the years, news of his passing hurts deeply. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless.
Susan my friend,
I am so sorry for the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sadness. God Bless….
Although Joel and I were never close, I’ll never forget his kindness – especially during my first days at Baker when I didn’t know many people. I graduated from JCN and we knew one another from high school. Joel was a familiar face and he was always friendly and shared a smile when we’d meet on campus. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Susan, and your whole family (Sarah, Abby and Emily-Mike and Andy, and families)
We’ve got you in our hearts and wish we could be with you.
Al and Wini, Mary Lee and Jim- we know how much you share in this loss.
There are many good memories of this beloved young man. Love, Nancy
Mr.Morris –
I just learned of your loss and I am deeply sorry. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family through this very difficult time.
Courtney
Joel and I were close friends in our college years. He had an amazing voice, and he will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Worked with Joel. . .definitely enjoyed talking sports with him, watching random YouTube vidoes and eating Five Guy’s Burgers and Fries.
R.I.P. Joel M
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
It saddened me greatly to hears about Joel’s passing. When he lived here in Moundridge I played piano for him many times. We had lots of talks, and lots of fun! He also brought Emily and Abby with him to church several times. He was so proud of them!
To the family of Joel: All of us who knew him are saddened along with you. We will pray for you to find comfort.
Pearl Zerger
To Joel’s Family: Joel attended our church when he lived in Moundridge. We really thought a lot of him and loved to hear him sing! We were shocked and saddened to learn of his passing. Please know that you all are in our prayers!
Jim and Helen Schroeder
Very sorry to hear about Joel’s passing. I worked with Joel in Pittsburg for several years. We fished, hung out alot and always had good time together. Again very sorry for your loss.
I only just heard of Joel’s death. I am so very sorry that he is gone. I knew him at Baker, and he was always laughing, always had a smile or a kind word… And his voice. Boy, did he ever have a voice. The world is a better place because of him. He will live on in the hearts of so many of us. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Some of us aren’t on the fast pace news as others…
We do offier our friendship to you the family in this time.
I do know it late, however, we are aging and we now are slow!
Sorry for the delay.
We would like to make contact with your family. We do have some great memories with your family… planting wheat and missing rows, baseball games with our boy, and of course the girls at the store. and don’t forget the Lantz Store.. Great time. please call or e-mail– Thanks, Kent and LaTreca Harris, Hutchinson, ks.
We would like to make contact with your family. We do have some great memories with your family… planting wheat and missing rows, baseball games with our boy, and of course the girls at the store. and don’t forget the Lantz Store.. Great time. please call or e-mail– Thanks, Kent and LaTreca Harris, Hutchinson, ks.
I am still shocked about Joel’s passing. I was in choir with him and we were pretty good friends at Baker. I remember him skiing on our choir trip. He skied with reckless abandon! We shared a joke all the way home from the trip. It’s hard to wrap my brain around. I’m so sorry. I have a son and I cannot imagine losing him before I go.