Irene (Kempker) Morris

Irene (Kempker) Morris, 92, of Eldon, Missouri passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at Miller County Care and Rehab in Tuscumbia, Missouri.  She was born June 10, 1927 in Mary’s Home, Missouri the daughter of the late Lawrence George “L.G.” and Katherine (Doerhoff) Kempker.  On October 12, 1946 in Mary’s Home, Missouri she was united in marriage to Gail S. Morris who preceded her in death on May 31, 2003.

Survivors include,

Sons, Larry Morris (Ginny) of Olean, MO; Curt Morris (Janet) of Eldon, MO

Eight Grandchildren

Several Great & Great Great Grandchildren

Sister, Elsie Kliethermes of Olean, MO

Daughter in law, Nita Morris of Eldon, MO

Son, David Morris and six brothers preceded her in death.

Irene was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Ladies Altar Sodality and the quilters group.  She was an avid volunteer and homemaker.  She was also a member of the VFW Post #2442 Ladies Auxiliary.

Visitation will be Sunday, December 8, 2019 from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Phillips Funeral Home of Eldon, MO with a Prayer Service at 4:00 PM.  Funeral Mass will be Monday, December 9, 2019 at 10:00 AM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Eldon, MO with Rev. Alex Gabriel officiating.  Burial will follow at Greenmore Memorial Gardens in Barnett, MO.

Memorials in her name are suggested to Sacred Heart Catholic Church Building Fund.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Phillips Funeral Home of Eldon, MO.    

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