Marilyn Kay (Smith) Morris

Marilyn Kay Morris, age 73, passed away at her home in Montgomery, TX on October 31, 2026. Born in Eldorado, Illinois, on June 13, 1953, Marilyn was the daughter of Dawain and Mary Smith. She was a remarkably warm and loving person who possessed the rare gift of forming deep, lasting friendships with everyone she met.

Marilyn poured her heart and creativity into her passions, finding great joy in sewing and quilting. Every beautiful piece she created reflected her patience, attention to detail, and the vibrant love she so generously shared with her family and friends.

She is survived by her devoted husband of many wonderful years, Bill Morris of Montgomery, Texas; her loving sons, Christopher Morris of Flippin, Arkansas, and Jon Morris and wife Autumn of Keller, Texas; her adored granddaughters, Ivy and Harper Morris of Keller, Texas; and her dear brother, Morris Smith and wife Tonna of Macedonia, Illinois.

To honor her life and legacy, services will be held in both Texas and Illinois:

Visitation for Marilyn Kay Morris will be held on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Gholson Funeral Home in McLeansboro.  The funeral service will begin at 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Jacob Gray officiating.  Burial will take place immediately following the funeral service on Tuesday at IOOF cemetery in McLeansboro. 

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial donations be made in Marilyn’s honor to The ALS Association.  Donations may be made online or will be accepted at Gholson Funeral Home in McLeansboro.

Online condolences and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.gholsonfuneralhome.com

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