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Obituary For Frank Gary Morton, Sr.
MR. FRANK GARY MORTON, SR. – Age 83, of Trion, GA passed away Sunday, June 7, 2026. He was born July 4, 1942. Frank was the son of the late, Frank Morton, Sr. and Velma Lee Starling Morton; He was preceded in death by his wives, A. Elaine Lemons Morton and Mary Ann Echols Morton; son, Rodney Jackson; and grandson, Ricky Jackson.
Frank was retired from Dekalb County School System and General Motors Corporation. He was a member of New Bethel Baptist Church, Summerville, GA. Frank’s friends would call him “Frank Nitty” and “Radio”. Frank was also an avid Atlanta Falcons fan.
Survivors are his sons, Timothy F. Morton, Frank Gary (Jillian) Morton, Jr., Joe Ward, Jr., Demetrius (Zina) Echols, Michael (Constance) Abbott; daughters, Phyllis Young and Shannon Smith; thirteen grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren; brothers, Wiley Joe (Curtiss) Morton, Stanley Deforest (Dorothy) Morton, and Kenneth Scott (Faye) Morton; sister, Judy Lorraine Adams; and host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Graveside Service and Interment will be Friday, June 19, 2026 at 1:00 P.M. at Allgood Cemetery, Trion, GA, with Pastor Kevin Roach, Officiant and Eulogist. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Willis Funeral Home, Inc., Dalton, GA.
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Larry Roseman sent Ocean Devotion for Frank Gary Morton, Sr. - June 17, 2026
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Praying for your strength. Hold on to God's unchanging hand. Rev. Dr. Donald L. and Sis. Shirley White
With deepest sympathy to the entire family. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
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As we fellowshiped and broke bread, we prayed together and celebrated life with you. You will forever be in our hearts dear cousin Gary Morton. May you rest in the bosom of Abraham. RIP
My sincere condolences to my family. May God grant you peace, strength and comfort during this difficult time. I Love you!!
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