Thurl W Morris Sr.

Thurl W. Morris, Sr., 88 of Elyria, passed away at his home on Friday, October 9, 2026. He joined the Army when he was 16 years old and proudly served for 11 years, being stationed in several places including Korea. He earned his Honorable Discharge. Thurl enjoyed shopping at WalMart, going to casinos, fishing, hunting, gardening, landscaping and being outdoors. He was a very jovial man and always had a big smile on his face. He would sing songs, making up the lyrics as he sang. Thurl was affectionately referred to as “Mousey” because of his love for cheese. Thurl was happily married to his beloved wife Violet for almost 68 years and he will be greatly missed by her as well as the rest of his loving family.

Thurl is survived by his loving wife, Violet (nee Rogers); children, Anita Halsey (Edward), Karen Bise (Harry), Sheila Calkins, Michael Morris, and Thurl Morris, Jr. (Shelby); grandchildren, Jason Halsey, Chrystal Vrabel (Brian), Bruce Pollock, Jr. (Ashlee), Matthew Pollock (Angela), Zachary Morris (Tina), and Chelsey Woodworth (Chad); nine great grandchildren; and siblings, Eva Duncan, Anise Morris, Jr., and Shirley Lewis (Mike).

He was preceded in death by his parents, Anise and Nellie Morris; 5 siblings; and a granddaughter, Ashley Hardwick.

A private family service will be held.

Wyers-Bollinger Funeral Chapel is honored to be assisting the family.