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Michael Anthony Morris

Posted By Marlan Gary On November 5, 2020 @ 5:36 pm In Obituaries | 26 Comments

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Michael Anthony Morris was born March 2, 1959 to Odell Morris and Jessie M. Morris in Columbus, Ohio. He attended Columbus City Schools, he graduated from Columbus Mifflin High School in 1977. He grew up in Sommerset where he and his brothers spent most of their time playing their instruments in the basement. Michael had a love for the bass guitar.

Michael worked as a construction worker for several companies throughout Columbus. His passion in working was primarily brick-mason. He was a manager for various custodial companies throughout the city. His work ethic was second to none.

In August 1977, Michael and Venus were blessed with their first child Malika Then three years later, he was blessed with additional daughters Sandra, born 1980, Danielle, born 1983, and Michelle, born 1984. He married Darla Johnson in 1984. He later remarried Barbara Williams in 1989. He was married to Barbara until her death in July 2012.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents, Odell and Jessie Morris; wife, Barbara Morris; brother, Nathaniel L. Johnson; daughter, Sandra Johnson; and step daughter, Corrie Williams.

Michael leaves to cherish his memory, three daughters, Malika K. (Anthony) Davis, Danielle S. Johnson, and Michelle (Daricus) Morris; step daughter, Denita Williams; step-son, Darnell Williams; siblings, Gloria Edgerton, Bernard (Yolanda) Morris, Carol (William) Jones, Gregory (Linda) Morris, and Maurice (Karen) Morris; step sister, Bertha M. Henry; step brother, Odell Morris Jr.; grandchildren, Bradley, Shareya, Tenesha, Tatyana, Faybion, Deajreon, Terrance, Jamacan, Jamayisha, Jamacion, Daejon, Daejas, and Daeqon; great grandchildren, Ariyanna and Ahsiah; girlfriend, Sherri Goings; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and many cherished friends.

Michael “Mike” will truly be missed and continue to live in our hearts and in our memories as we walk this earth. He will be remembered for his loving heart and humor he brought to all that had the pleasure of knowing him.

For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for welfare and not evil, to give you a future and a hope. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will hear you.
~Jeremiah 29:11-12

Private Visitation 6:00 PM and Private Memorial Service 7:00 PM Monday, November 9, 2020 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE NORTH, 2500 Cleveland Ave.

Masks and Social Distancing are required.


Condolences for the family of “Michael Anthony Morris”

Condolence from Evans family on November 6th, 2020 4:14 am

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Continue to rely on God and know that he hears your prayers, because he cares for you. Thinking of you all.

Condolence from Cousin Cheryl Jefferson on November 6th, 2020 11:37 am

Love you Michael enjoyed you at the Mayme Moore Park GOD BLESS THE FAMILY

Condolence from Lisa Njoku-Farr on November 6th, 2020 4:44 pm

Cousin Lisa Gail Marie Harris sister
God bless the family in your time of loss!

Condolence from Gloria Wallace on November 7th, 2020 10:43 am

Prayers for the entire Morris Family. May God give you peace and strength during this time. Love you,
Gloria Taylor Wallace ❤

Condolence from Kristina Wooden on November 7th, 2020 8:27 pm

Mike was a wonderful and funny person. I will truly miss him

Condolence from Malika on November 11th, 2020 12:50 pm

It was nice seeing you! Thank you for the condolences and for showing up!

Condolence from Malika Morris-Davis on November 8th, 2020 1:08 pm

My daddy will be missed by many. He brought joy and crazy fun everywhere he went. He will always be cherished in our hearts. Family, we will get through this too. May all those who loved him be comforted by Jesus!! ❤ He is in the arms of God!! Spread your wings Daddy!

Condolence from Sonja ( Badgett) Smith on November 8th, 2020 9:18 pm

To the Morris family
Our hearts are with you and your family. We know that losing a love one is not easy. Remember all the good times and know that you will see him again. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Grieving is also a part of healing our hearts. We love you all.
Sonja, Jerome, Kandace and Quincy Smith

Condolence from Malika on November 11th, 2020 12:51 pm

Thank you for your prayers and condolences!!❤

Condolence from Anthony Davis on November 9th, 2020 1:35 pm

Continuing praying for the family.

Condolence from Malika on November 11th, 2020 12:53 pm

I know you are and have been praying!! Thank you for your continued support!! I love you and thank you for officiating (you did a wonderful job, and for it to be your first). I appreciate you!!

Condolence from Anthony L Davis on November 16th, 2020 8:15 pm
Condolence from Courtney Burten Lewis on November 9th, 2020 3:11 pm

Michael Morris gave me my best friend, his daughter, Malika. She became my family and her family became family as well. Whenever he was around, he was the life of the party! The ultimate cool dad. He had a light about him and he will surely be missed, but I smile knowing God called home a bright star to shine in the heavens above. All my love to my Morris family.
Courtney & family

Condolence from Malika on November 11th, 2020 12:54 pm

Thank you for your prayers and support. Love you bestie for your kind words!!

Condolence from Paula Washington on November 9th, 2020 3:15 pm

Michael was so full of love and life. You will be greatly missed.

Condolence from Lori Williams on November 9th, 2020 3:15 pm

Prayers of comfort, peace and blessings to the family.

Condolence from Marsha perry on November 9th, 2020 6:54 pm

May God comfort you all. May Michael rest in peace.

Condolence from Rhonda L Johnson on November 9th, 2020 6:57 pm

To my beautiful family, May the wind of the Holy Spirit continue to surround us with HOPE. We will get through this and I LOVE YOU ALL.

Condolence from Cheryl Carney on November 9th, 2020 8:14 pm

My prayers are for you and your family during this time of loss. Praying that you will trust in your faith to get you through this difficult time on earth until the time you see your father again.

Condolence from Carla Bass on November 9th, 2020 8:52 pm

Michael was a nice and funny guy. He will be missed. May God grant the family strength, comfort and peace.

Condolence from Bradley Bryd on November 9th, 2020 10:23 pm

I love you pops

Condolence from Rev Daryl & Sis Lisa Action on November 9th, 2020 11:04 pm

Our condolences and prayers of comfort to the Morris family. We are praying your strength during this time.

Condolence from Malika on November 11th, 2020 12:55 pm

Thank you for your prayers and condolences!!❤

Condolence from Danielle S Johnson on November 12th, 2020 2:42 am

Love you daddy and miss you too peices till all the king lives on go ahead with your bad self of Micheal Morris love you boo

Condolence from Kimberly Cyrus on November 16th, 2020 5:18 pm

I love you Malika. I’m praying for you. God be with you and comfort you in the days, weeks, months to come.

Condolence from GRESHAM MERRITT on November 16th, 2020 7:24 pm

I remember the fun we all had when the family used to visit my house in Georgia in the summertime

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