Rilda Irene Morris Obituary
The world bids farewell to Rilda Irene Morris of Salem, Indiana, departing on October 8, 2025 at the age of 93. Rilda leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Rilda Irene Morris to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Jodie L. Hammond and Vada Ella Hammond (Cassada); her grandson Chase Lawson; and her siblings, Walter, Robert, Melvin, Dewey Hammond, Delpha Gholson, Luda Zink and Mae Beshear.
She is survived by: her husband Donald Bayard Morris of Salem; her daughters, Pamela Smith (Dennis Stoops) of Sellersburg, Donna Schmidt (Mike) of New Albany and Susan Lawson (Michael) of Crestwood, Kentucky.; and her grandchildren, Adam Smith, Derek Smith, Erin Hobson, Carly Launius, Tyler Schmidt, Chelsea Murphy and Haley Lawson. She is also survived by seven great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 16th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Friday, October 17th 2025 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 17th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the New Hope United Methodist Church (4957 IN-60, Salem, IN 47167).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to New Hope United Methodist Church, 4957 West State Road 60, Salem, IN 47167 or to the Washington County Community Foundation.
