SHINNSTON, W.Va. (WV News) — Barbara Jean “Barb” (Vernon) Morris, 73, of Monongah, went home to be with Jesus on Friday, November 10, at her home after an extended illness.
She is survived by her devoted husband of nearly fifty-two years, Carl William Morris of Monongah. Also surviving are a son, Christopher William (Carly Lauren) Morris of Monongah; a daughter, Cheryl Wendy Morris of Fairmont; and two grandsons, Caleb Win Morris and Cole William Morris of Monongah; and one granddaughter, Carly Willow Morris of Grafton; and four stepgrandchildren: Andrew, Kendall, Olivia and Grant Burch of Georgia. Barb is also survived by six brothers: Randall Vernon of Clarksburg, Richard (Tena) Vernon of North Myrtle Beach, SC, R. Bruce (Janice) of Shinnston, Rodger Vernon of Morgantown, R. Phillip Vernon of Clarksburg, and R. Scott Vernon of Lancaster, PA; and two sisters, Alicia Buchanan of Hutchinson and Heather (Greg) Stalvey of Longs, SC. She is also survived by twenty nieces and nephews.
Barb was preceded in death by her parents, Robert F. and Joan C. Vernon; one brother, Ronald C. Vernon; and her dear cousins, Brenda L. Watkins and Cheryl K. McDonald.
She graduated Cum Laude from Fairmont State College. Barb enjoyed going on beach trips and spending time with her family.
Barb’s family extends special thanks to her caregivers, Alissa Justice and Stormy Kellar, and her best friend, Goldie Huffman.
Barb was a Christian by faith and will be cremated as per her wishes.
Friends and family will be received in her honor at Harmer Funeral Home on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, from 4-8 p.m. A memorial service will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at 11 a.m. with Pastor Bill Toothman officiating. Online memories and condolences may be shared at www.harmerfuneralhome.com.
A service of Harmer Funeral Home, Shinnston.
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