Marilyn Kay Morris

Marilyn Kay Morris, age 73, passed away at her home 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:

Funeral services and burial will take place in McLeansboro, Illinois. Arrangements are being made through Gholson Funeral Home in McLeansboro. Details are being developed and will be provided in the obituary issued by Gholson Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorial donations be made in Marilyn’s honor to The ALS Association.