Ector, Texas -- Roger Wayne Morris, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and lifelong educator, passed away on April 17, 2025, in McKinney, Texas, at the age of 69.
Born on December 21, 1955, in Bonham, Texas, Roger was the son of Edward (Randolph) and Nema Joy (Hopson) Morris. He grew up in Ector, where he graduated from Ector High School and went on to earn his bachelor’s degree from East Texas State University.
On March 10, 1984, Roger married Joyce Taylor in Ector, Texas. Together, they shared over 40 years of love, laughter, and unwavering companionship.
Roger dedicated his professional life to teaching at Ector Independent School District, where he served as a high school teacher for many years before retiring.
He enjoyed time spent with the Ector Boy Scouts as assistant scoutmaster. He had a passion for knowledge and was famously known as a master of little-known facts—a talent that delighted students, family, and friends alike. His calm presence, quick wit, and deep sense of integrity left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him.
Roger is survived by his loving wife, Joyce Morris of Ector; his son, Jeffrey Morris and wife Ashley of Ector; and his cherished granddaughter, Jaylee Morris. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, Morris Taylor and wife Lou Ann of Ector; two sisters-in-law, Betty Morris and Shirley Keen, both of Bonham; an aunt and uncle of Plano, Karen and Mac McDonald; and six nieces and nephews: Teresa Davis, Anna Hicks, Sara Garcia, Travis Keen, Ben Taylor, and Jared Richardson; cousins, and many dear friends.
Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Randolph and Nema Morris, and his brother, Randy Morris.
A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at Ector Baptist Church, 302 S Elm, Ector, Texas. The family will receive friends for visitation on Monday, April 21, 2025, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Mullican-Little Funeral Home, 754 TX-56, Bells, Texas. Burial will follow the service at Carson Cemetery in Ector.
Roger will be deeply missed and forever remembered for his gentle spirit, love of learning, and the meaningful connections he fostered throughout his life.
The family would like to thank the many devoted people who were compassionate and supportive in his care this last year. Juanita and Maggie of Park Manor McKinney were especially dedicated to him and the family.
