Robert Lee Morris, 89, of Grain Valley, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, March 3, 2022, at his home. A celebration of his life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 9th at First Baptist Church in Oak Grove, MO. The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. until service time at the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Oak Grove Building Fund.
Bob was born September 25, 1932, in Independence, MO, the son of Clifford and Alice (Willhoit) Morris. He graduated from Northeast High School in 1951. Bob was a Graphic Designer in the U.S. Air Force, stationed in Korea and Japan. After leaving the Air Force, he attended the K.C. Art Institute, graduating with a B.F.A.E. degree in graphic design. He went on to the University of Kansas, obtaining an M.F.A. degree in graphic design. Bob taught general art and set up a graphic design program at Van Horn High School in Independence, MO, for nine years. During this time, he also worked as a graphic designer for a variety of companies in the Kansas City, MO, area. After leaving Van Horn High School, Bob went on to teach at Penn Valley Community College of 37 years, where he taught a variety of art courses and set up the graphic design program. He continued to teach part-time after retiring.
Bob was active with horses when he lived on a farm south of Oak Grove. He was Ring Master of the Rodeo Kids, leader of the 4-H Horse Club, a member of the Jackson County Horse Fair Board and the High School Rodeo. He also enjoyed horse showing with his family. Bob was an active member of First Baptist Church of Oak Grove, serving as head usher and was on a variety of committees. He enjoyed the relationships he made going on trips with the Elderberries.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, and his daughter Tammy Schlichting. Bob is survived by his wife of 63 years, Kay Morris; his three children: Tim Morris and wife Terri, Todd Morris and wife Connie; six grandchildren: Skyler Morris, Bailey Appleton and husband Chad, Dalton Morris, Clara Morris, Shelby Schlichting, and Shannon Schlichting; two great-grandchildren, Allie Appleton and Macie Appleton; and his sister, Deborah Baulducchi and husband David.
Obituary submitted by family
Arrangements: Royer Funeral Home, Oak Grove, MO 816-690-4441
Sharon Anders
7 Mar 2022A friend informed me of Bob’s passing. I’m so sorry for your loss. I lived in the Grain Valley area for 15 years and am so sorry I lost track of your family. My remembrance of Bob was that he was a fair and honest man with a great deal of patience. My parents were very fond of Bob and Kay. My prayers for his family that you all will find peace and comfort soon.