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Richard Morris

South Roxana |

Richard P. "Dick" Morris, 87, passed away at 11:59 pm, July 15, 2022, at his residence.

Born July 15, 1935 in South Roxana, he was the son of O.D. "Slim" and Freda (Isringhausen) Morris.

A U.S. Army veteran from 1956-59, he served two years in Germany before his discharge.  He joined the City of Wood River Police Department and graduated from the F.B.I. National Academy, and retired after 21 years as a sergeant.  He continued working in security for McDonnell-Douglas/Boeing until retiring.

On May 12, 1962, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Worden, he married Betty J. Klostermeier.  She survives.

Surviving also are two sons, Kevin (Debbie) Morris of Edwardsville, and Brian Morris of Shiloh; two grandchildren, Sarah (Shawn) Bland of Troy, and Douglas Morris of Edwardsville; great-grandson, Brooks Bland; brother-in-law, David (Raydele) Klostermeier of Rogers, Ark; and nieces, Janice Hunter and Paula Faes.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother and his wife, L.L. "Mack"  and Thelma "Mick" McCormick.

Visitation will be from 9 am until the time of service at 11 am, Saturday, July 23 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Wood River.  Pastor David Schultz will officiate.

Memorials are suggested to Backstoppers of Greater St. Louis or St. Paul Lutheran Church.

Marks Mortuary in Wood River is entrusted with arrangements.


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