Roy Donald Morris' Obituary
Roy Donald Morris, age 96, of Stanly County, went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 11, 2026. A man of quiet strength and profound loyalty, Roy’s life was defined by nearly a century of service to his family, his country, and his community.
His funeral service will be 11 AM on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 in the Stanly Funeral Chapel with Rev. Dr. Kendell Cameron officiating. Burial will follow in the Prospect Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday evening from 5 until 7 PM at Roy Donald Morris
Born on November 4, 1929, in Stanly County, North Carolina, he was the son of the late Duma Ray and Mary Fannie Bost Morris. Roy was a proud veteran of the United States Navy, honorably serving his country during the Korean War.
Following his military service, Roy returned home and dedicated 28 years to the City of Albemarle, where he retired as a supervisor of the meter reading department. His commitment to safety and his neighbors led him to become a founding member of the Bethany Volunteer Fire Department, helping to build a legacy of protection for future generations.
A man of deep-rooted faith, Roy was a lifelong member of Prospect Baptist Church. His hobbies included fishing, carpentry, and cheering on the Braves baseball team.
He was preceded in death by his cherished wife of 70 years, Rubye Kendall Morris; and his siblings: John Horace Morris (Zella), Winola Morris Poplin (Dewey), Byron Frank Morris (Ollie), and Bruce Chester Morris (Jewel Lee).
His legacy is carried on by his son, Steven Donald Morris and wife Daphne of New London; two grandchildren, Matthew Donald Morris and wife Joanna of Benson and their children Sophia, Selah, and Samuel, and Hannah Elizabeth Morris of Rockwell, and several nieces and nephews, all of whom he loved dearly.Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Albemarle.
What’s your fondest memory of Roy?
What’s a lesson you learned from Roy?
Share a story where Roy's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Roy you’ll never forget.
How did Roy make you smile?
