Richard Grant Morton's Obituary
Richard Grant Morton, 68, of Oakboro peacefully passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Friday, January 31, 2025. His memorial service will be at 3 PM on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at Oakboro First Baptist Church officiated by Pastor Donald Helms. The family will receive friends on Saturday at the church prior to the service from 2 PM to 3 PM.
Richard was born in Stanly County on January 9, 1957, to the late Bob and Betty Morton. Richard is lovingly survived by his wife, Debra Morton of 43 years. Those also left to cherish his memory are his children, Chris Morton (Shawna) of Oakboro, Erica Morton of Oakboro, and Jeremy Morton and his wife Felicia of Stanfield, grandchildren, Savannah Lenzer (Eddie), Sadie Morton, Kyla Bloxson, Remi Morton, Kyler Whitley, Jayden Whitley, Kali Morton, and Ariel Morton, siblings, Bobby Morton (Teresa), Eddie Morton, Jane Furr (Ronald), and Barbara Morton (Johnny Ray), many nieces and nephews, especially Michael Morton (Konda), and special k9, Max.
Richard was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Earl and Florence Aldridge, paternal grandparents Ulysses and Colon Morton, sisters, Cathy Christy and Jean Morton, aunt Macie Tucker and special k9, Rambo.
Richard was an avid hunter and never missed an opportunity to be in the woods with Jeremy, Michael, Wallace, Jayden, and Ashton. Other hobbies included fishing, golf, and all things outdoors. Richard was a devout Carolina Tarheels fan. He loved his family and loved having all the grandchildren around. Richard will be missed by all who knew him and when you eat Krispie Kreme doughnuts, always think of him!
The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to Konda Morton, Makayla Johnson, Michael Morton, Skylar Shuffler, and Jacob Burleson for the care given to Richard during his declining health. The family would like to thank Teresa Morton, Ellen Meadors, and Sheridan Meadors for covering for Debra while she was caring for Richard.
The family requests all in attendance to please dress casual or wear something Carolina blue.
Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Locust is serving the Morton family.
What’s your fondest memory of Richard?
What’s a lesson you learned from Richard?
Share a story where Richard's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Richard you’ll never forget.
How did Richard make you smile?