Gerald Lee Morton's obituary , Passed away on January 9, 2026 in Jacksonville, North Carolina

Gerald Lee Morton

December 11, 1933 - January 9, 2026 (92 years old)

Jacksonville, North Carolina

Gerald Lee Morton's obituary , Passed away on January 9, 2026 in Jacksonville, North Carolina

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Jones Funeral Homes

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Gerald Lee Morton

December 11, 1933 - January 9, 2026 (92 years old)

Jacksonville, North Carolina

Gerald Lee Morton Obituary

The passing of Gerald Lee Morton of Jacksonville, North Carolina leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on January 9, 2026 at the age of 92. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Gerald Lee Morton to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Peachie Morton and Lee Morton; his siblings, George Morton, Geraldine Morton Parker, Annabelle Morton Meredith, Nan Morton Kellum and Wesley Morton; his son Graham Lee Morton; and his wife Joyce Morton.

He is survived by: his children, Brenda Ramsey, Kenneth Morton, Sherry Morton and Tammy Sokoloski. He is also survived by his grandchildren, great-grandchildren and all his nieces and nephews.

Visitation was held on Wednesday, January 14th 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Jones Funeral Home, Jacksonville Chapel (303 Chaney Ave, Jacksonville, NC 28540). A funeral service was held on Thursday, January 15th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Jones Funeral Homes



Wed

Jan 14

Visitation

Jones Funeral Home, Jacksonville Chapel
303 Chaney Ave, Jacksonville, NC 28540

Thu

Jan 15

Funeral service

Jones Funeral Home, Jacksonville Chapel
303 Chaney Ave, Jacksonville, NC 28540

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