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William Russell Morton, 55, of McMinnville passed away suddenly at his home Monday, September 30, 2024. Born in Murfreesboro, TN., he was the son of the late William Hiley and Katherine Rich Morton.
Russell is survived by his sons, Caleb (Desiree) Morton of Tullahoma and Jacob (Macey) Morton of Manchester; grandchildren, Cooper, Jonah William and Mia Kate Morton who is due in December; siblings, Cheryl (Jim, Jr.) Barlow of Readyville, Dale Morton Fletcher of Woodbury, Susan Morton Taylor of Murfreesboro and Lisa Winslow of Murfreesboro; his friend, Chris Matthews of Murfreesboro and his loyal companion, Duke. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Brenda Fay Warrick Kelly.
A member of the Baptist church, Russell worked for Rollins Excavating Co. He enjoyed hunting and kayaking but most of all he loved spending his time with his sons and grandchildren.
His family will receive friends Thursday, October 3, 2024 from 10:00 A.M. until 2:00 P.M. Graveside services will follow at 2:30 P.M. at Cherry Cemetery with Bro. Johnny McGriff officiating.
Woodbury Funeral Home, 615-563-2311 or to leave condolences for the Morton family, please visit www.woodburyfuneralhome.net
