JoAnn Morris, 92, of Lee’s Summit, Missouri passed away on Saturday, February 13, 2021. A private family Mass will be held.
JoAnn was born August 27, 1928 in Marysville, Kansas the daughter of George and Ethel (Farrell) Bauman. She taught 24 years at St. Regis Catholic School in Kansas City, MO. JoAnn was a member of Our Lady of Presentation Catholic Church in Lee’s Summit, MO. She liked playing Pinochle and going out to eat with friends. She also enjoyed reading and, JoAnn prayed the rosary for her family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Tom Morris in 2013; son, Dennis Morris in 2013; daughter, Nancy Seacord in 2020; 2 brothers: Bill Bauman and Jack Bauman.
JoAnn is survived by her daughter; Janet Hale (Bruce) of Blue Springs, MO; 2 sons: Tom Morris (Debby) of Lee’s Summit, MO. and Bill Morris (Suzanne) of Overland Park, KS; brother, Mark Bauman (Anne) of Overland Park, KS; 12 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews and other family members.
Arrangements: Royer Funeral Home, Grain Valley, MO 816-847-4441
Mary Gomez
18 Nov 2021I just found out about Mrs. Morris’ death today! So very sad to see this! Jody was my co-teacher at St. Regis beginning in 1972, she was so great to work with! She was the best! ♥
Mary Gomez
24 Nov 2021There will be a mass for JoAnn Morris on Sunday, February 20th at 5:00 pm at Prince of Peace Catholic Church,
16000 W 143rd St, Olathe, KS 66062. Mrs. Morris was my best friend and co teacher at St. Regis! I could always count on her support and friendship. She was loved by her students!