Guy Herbert Morris, Jr.
January 4, 1953 ~ May 9, 2018
Resided in:
Candler, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Guy Herbert Morris, Jr., 65, of Candler, died May 9, 2018 at the Charles George VA Medical Center after an extended illness.
Guy was born in Asheville, January 4, 1953, the eldest son of the late Guy H. Morris and Mary Ann Mulvaney Morris. He was a life-long member of St Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, where he attended grade school. Guy joined the US Navy after graduating from Asheville Catholic High School and served until 1987. During this time he received a degree from Western Carolina University.
Upon his return to Asheville, Guy worked with the Western North Carolina Aids Project (WNCAP) for ten years. He also worked with the ARC of North Carolina, supervising homes for persons with disabilities across the state. Guy was also a champion of LGBTQ rights.
Guy was an avid participant in life. He enjoyed gardening, studied horticulture and cultivated beautiful plants, flowers and personal landscapes. He participated for a time in the Norfolk, Virginia Little Theater, performing in a number of musicals, including Lil Abner and The Music Man. Guy enjoyed reading and creating poetry. Throughout his years at Saint Joan of Arc, Guy was a member of the choir and was a principle cantor for many services. He had countless numbers of friends, and his family knows that he cherished them all.
Guy is survived by his wife, Linda Gaines-Morris; his mother, Mary Ann Mulvaney Morris; two brothers, Stephen Morris (Suzanne) and David Morris (Kevin Beauboef); one nephew, Eric Morris; stepchildren, Rachel Wyse and Luke Elrod; step-granddaughter, Jade Moonborne; as well as close friend and confidant, Ann Broadbent.
Services will take place Monday, May 14, 2018 10:00 AM at St Joan of Arc Catholic Church in Candler, with Rev. Fr. C. Morris Boyd celebrating.
The family would like to thank the staff at Charles George VA Medical Center for their excellent care and concern over this long period and especially the amazing nurses and staff of the VA Hospice.
The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Western North Carolina Aids Project (WNCAP) in Guy’s memory.
Groce Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
My condolences to Guy’s family – he was a lifelong friend and will be missed.
Guy your laughter and sense of humor will be greatly missed. Rest in peace my friend. My condolences to all the Morris family
My deepest sympathy to Guy’s family. I worked with him thru ARC of NC. He was a very kind and pleasant person. He will be greatly missed……..My prayers for all of you.
Sometimes, in this life, a very special soul goes from those of us on this earth. This describes Guy Morris to me. He had a wonderful smile, a gracious spirit, and a wonderful talent that served his faith, and community, well. I remember his voice, strong and joyful, as he sang in the choir at St. Joan. I remember growing up with him and his wonderful family at SJA and in the community. Guy will be missed by so many that’s for sure, but his gift of living, sharing, and caring will always fill the hearts of the people who knew him.
Our deepest sympathy to his family today as they make this sad journey, and may they know peace that his life was a gift today and in the days to come.
To Linda and the whole Guy family. We wish you well and pray that your strength and faith will guide you through this time of great sorrow. Guy was a kind and thoughtful person and we will always remember him for this and will always remember his wonderful singing voice.
To the Morris famiies, we Pray for your comfort during this time. Guy was such a mild good natured sweet and gentle man. God blessed me with the chance to see him again after so many years from graduation. He had so many friends who loved his funny and witty self. You will be missed Guy. Will try to see you all, but as a caregiver for Dewey I don’t get out much now. But know my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Such cherished memories of love and loss we shared in Virginia Beach. And then home and family and ministry here in the mountains. My heart is heavy at Guy’s passing.
Saddened to hear of the loss of Guy. Our paths crossed over the years in our work. He was a wonderful advocate. Wishing peace for his family.
Greta Byrd
I am sorry to hear of Guy’s passing. He was a gentle soul with such a beautiful voice. My prayers are with the family.
Our condolences to Guy’s family. He was a kind and fun loving person who will be missed.
Much sorrow to learn of Guy’s passing. He was good-hearted with a great sense of humor. I’m glad our paths crossed. He will surely be missed! My sympathy and prayers for Mary Ann and family.
So sad to hear of Guy’s passing. Guy was my square dance partner at St. Joan of Arc when he was in 8th grade & I was in 7th. A great partner & friend way back then. Many prayers & condolences to all his family.
Dear Morris Family,
I am truly sorry for your loss, Guy was such a strong and spiritual person. I often told him how much I admired his love of the Holy Eurcharist. I know his gentle soul will be missed.
Loved that Guy Morris. We are all really going to miss him. I’m so sorry he’s gone.
I love you my friend!
Rest in peace..and see u when I go on my journey! 🙂
What a wonderful man! We’ll miss you Guy.