Thomas Morgan Jr Program

Reflections of Life T HOMAS F LOYD M ORGAN , J R . was born on October 5, 1938 in Pampa, Texas to the late Tom Morgan, Sr., and Violet Morgan. He was the eldest son born to this union. He confessed Christ at an early age and united with St. Mark C.M.E Church. He served as a steward and was a member of the church choir. He graduated from Carver High School and was on the basketball team. He attended Texas Barber College in Tyler, Texas, and received his Barber’s License. While in Tyler he met the love of his life Ruby Johnson, and they were married on June 19, 1959. He moved back to Pampa where they were blessed with three children. He was a long-time member of the Pride of Pampa Masonic Lodge # 250. Thomas retired from Texaco Oil Company after 35 years of service. He was also a successful entrepreneur owning his own barber shop and several rental properties. Alongside his father and brother, he also worked in the family businesses: The Peppermint Club and Morgan’s Barbeque. In his later years, his interests shifted to more agricultural endeavors. During those times, you would find him outside at his cattle ranch, hog pen, or selling his produce on a Saturday morning at the local Farmers Market. He was preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Violet Morgan and two brothers, Charles Morgan and George Morgan. Left to cherish his memories are his wife of 63 years, Ruby Morgan; his three children, Charles Morgan (Brenda), Kathy Martin (Fred) and Vietta Busby (Claudie); six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one brother, Columbus Morgan (Pearlie); several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friend s..

Order of Celebration Friday, December 23, 2022 at 11:00 AM G OLDEN G ATE F UNERAL H OME 5701 E. Loop 820 South — Fort Worth, Texas 76119 Officiating Minister: Pastor Dr. Tommy L. Brown Eulogist: Rev. Valencia Edner

P ROCESSIONAL …………...……………...……………….…. Clergy and Family

H YMN OF C OMFORT

S CRIPTURE R EADINGS O LD T ESTAMENT (P SALM 23).………….………… Rev. Johnnie Brinson N EW T ESTAMENT (2 T IMOTHY 4:6-7)

P RAYER …………...…….……………………..…...…. Pastor Tommy L. Brown

M USICAL S ELECTION …..……………………………….......…… Preston Busby

R ESOLUTIONS ……………………………....…….. New Mt. Zion Baptist Church Carter Metropolitan CME Church

G RANDCHILDREN T RIBUTE ……………….............. “Grandfather Kept a Garden”

R EMARKS ……………….………………………...….. Please Limit to 2 Minutes

M USICAL S ELECTION ….………………………….......…… Rev. Valencia Edner

E ULOGY …………...........…………..………………….…… Rev. Valencia Edner Pastor of Carter Metropolitan

F INAL G LIMPSE ….…………………….………….…….. Golden Gate Directors

R ECESSIONAL ….…………………….……….. Clergy, Family and Congregation

We’ll Always Love You If we had known the last time would have been our last, We would have put off all the things we had to do, stayed a little longer, and held on a little tighter. The road you walked was not easy, you picked up your share of scars along the way. But you walked so bravely and now your pain is no more. We know you are in a place where all your wounds have been erased. Each day you strived to live; your body too weak to be Your love will live forever since your heart has set you free. Angels have come to guide you and bring you to heaven’s door. Please, believe you were never a burden! Your place no one can fill. In life we loved you dearly, in death we love you still. We will always cherish precious memories of the days when you were here. The thought that makes us smile, even as the tears fall is that the only scars in Heaven, are on the hands that hold you now. Our family chain is broken; and nothing seems the same but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again. We will hold you close within our hearts; and there you will remain to walk us through our lives until we meet again. We love you, Your loving wife Ruby and Children

Grandfather Kept a Garden Our Grandfather kept a garden. A garden of the heart;

He planted all the good things, That gave our lives their start. He turned us to the sunshine, And encouraged us to dream: Fostering and nurturing the seeds of self-esteem. And then the winds and rain came, He protected us enough; But not too much because he knew We would stand up strong and tough. His constant good example, Always taught us right from wrong; Markers for our pathway that will last a lifetime long. We are our Grandfather’s garden, We are his legacy. Thank you Grandfather, we love you. Your Grandchildren

I’ve fought a real good fight; between me & God it’s alright; I don’t want you to be sad, rejoice and be exceedingly glad. I’m not suffering, I have no pain. I’m going home where’s there more to gain.

Expressions of Appreciation We express our sincere thanks of appreciation for your prayers, support, and expressions of love extended to each of us during the loss of our loved one. During a time like this, we realize how much our family and friends mean to us. For every expression of kindness and concern extended to us, we are profoundly grateful. -The Family of Thomas Morgan

A CTIVE P ALLBEARERS

John Busby Ken Turner Virgil Palmer

Craig Davis Kendrick Turner Melvin Vertison

H ONORARY P ALLBEARERS

Claudie Busby Charles Morgan Columbus Morgan

Preston Busby Jayvon Jackson Fred Martin

I NTERMENT Skyvue Memorial Gardens 7220 Rendon Bloodworth Rd. Mansfield, Texas 76063 R EPAST Carter Metropolitan CME Church 4601 Wichita St. Fort Worth, Texas 76119

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