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Mr. James E. Morton

5/28/1937 - 9/17/2025

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Obituary For Mr. James E. Morton

Mr. James E. Morton, 88, of Beckley, WV, was taken to be with the Lord Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at Bowers Hospice House.

James was born May 28, 1937 in Amigo, WV, he was the son of the late William and Ethel Morton.

James loved the Lord and was a faithful member of New Hope Baptist Church. He retired from Beckley Appalachian Regional Hospital.

James was a family man, devoted father and loved his grand babies.

James, in addition to his parents, was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters, Henry Morton, Melvin Morton, Rev. Robert Morton, Alice Morton and Viola M. Martin.

James leaves to cherish precious memories his wife, of over 63 years, Rose M. Morton; son, Aaron (Donna) Morton of Clarksburg, MD; daughter, Teresa Morton-McWillis of NC; brothers, Rev. Samuel Morton of Columbus, Ohio and Vernell Morton of Beckley, WV; grandchildren, Christopher of NC, William of Clarksville, TN, Alexis of NC; Ryon of MD; great-grandchildren, Ariella, Chris Jr., Kayden, all of NC and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Funeral service will be 1:00PM Friday, September 26, 2025 at Calvary Assembly of God 319 Sunset Dr. Beckley, WV. Burial
will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Prosperity.

Friends, while wearing masks and observing social distancing, may visit with the family one-hour prior.

Email condolences to ritchiejohnsonfuneralparlor@gmail.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley.

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09/25/2025

Galilee Missionary Baptist Church - Winston-Salem, NC

Praying that you will have the peace of God's presence, the comfort of His Spirit, the hope of His promise, and the joy of special memories now and always. With sympathy and prayers, Dr. Gail Berry GMBC Bereavement Ministry Winston-Salem, NC
09/25/2025

Mickey mitchem

We worked together several years. Shared stories, laughs, work many hours...you will be sadly missed old friend....mickey mitchem
09/24/2025

Eva McWillis

The McWillis family in Winston Salem N.C. send our sympathy to Theresa McWillis and the Morton family in the loss of your father. Aunt Eva McWillis & Family
09/20/2025

Larry and Judy Patterson and Family

Our Dear Friend... we extend our sincere condolences to you all during this difficult period.. James was always very kind to us. Rest in Perfect Peace Friend