"I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Jack at UTA, Bourbon. He was a great person and will be sorely missed. My best to you and may God comfort you during this difficult time.Beth Eckert"
In loving memory of
JACK LEE MORGAN
September 17, 1950 - May 26, 2009
Jack Lee Morgan, age 58, of Columbia City, IN passed away at 5:35 p.m. Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home, Fort Wayne, IN. Born on September 17, 1950 in Jackson, OH he was the son of John Edward and Ida Fern (Brunton) Morgan.On April 7, 1990 he married Sherry Renee Jones in Greencastle, IN. A former resident of Jackson, OH, Ossian and Greencastle, IN, he resided in Columbia City since 1992. He was a former employee of Jackson Corporation, Jackson, OH, Johnson Controls, Fort Wayne, Lear, Greencastle, United Tech which later became Lear, Bourbon. He is currently employed in engineering management for Plastech now Johnson Controls Inc., Bryan, OH.In Jackson, OH he was a former member of the Fraternal Order of Police and an Auxiliary Deputy Sheriff, in Coalton, OH a former volunteer for the fire department, in Ossian, IN a former auxiliary city police officer and EMS volunteer. He was a member of Zion Methodist Church, Huntington County, IN. Survivors include his wife, Sherry Morgan of Columbia City, IN; son, Shannon L. (Dawn) Morgan of Markle; daughters, Jennifer D. Hobrock and Erin M. Morgan both of Columbia City; 2 granddaughters, Jessica D. Morgan and Lylla J.R. Lackey; brother, Bill (Tiny) Morgan of Wellston, OH; sister, Peggy Morgan of Wellston, OH; several nieces and nephews; several great nieces and nephews. His parents preceded him in death. Visitation is Friday, May 29, 2009 from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at DeMoney-Grimes Countryside Park Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City, IN. Funeral service is Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Bill Rapp officiating. Burial will follow at South Park (Annex) Cemetery, Columbia City, IN. Memorial gifts may be given in Mr. Morgan's memory to Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Please visit www.demoneygrimes.com to send family condolences or sign the guest register book.
Tributes
"SHANNON, I WAS SO SHOCKED WHEN I SAW THE PAPER LAST NIGHT, I COULDN'T BELEIVE THAT JACK WAS GONE. IT'S BEEN SO LONG SINCE WE'VE SEEN HIM BUT HE WAS NEVER FORGOTTON, WE;LL ALWAYS HAVE THE MEMORIES OF THE FIRE DEPT AND THOSE WATER BATTLES, THOSE SEEM LIKE ONLY YESTERDAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. "
"Sherry,We all share in your loss, and pray that God's comfort will surround you and your family. Jack was a good friend and brother to me. His heart was as big as life. He will not only be missed, but remembered. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.Rusty"
" WE HAD THE PLEASURE OF WORKING WITH JACK AT JACKSON CORPORATION JACKSON,OHIO. MY HUSBAND WORKED WITH HIM AT THE COALTON OHIO FIRE DEPT.OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY"
"My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I worked with Jack at Lear-Bourbon and Plastech for several years. Jack always had a story to tell and I have learned a lot from him over the years. Jack was a good friend and will be greatly missed ."
"My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, with the passing of Jack."
"Sherry, Erin, Jen, and the rest of the Morgan family, We are sorry to hear of Jack's passing. He was always a funny man to get along with. I will never forget him! If you guys need anything, let us know!Love you guys,Bree Stine & Kyle Davis"
" Just received information of Jacks passing. I am so sorry to hear about his death. I worked with him at Bourbon when I was a Quality Auditor for six years. He sure could make my day if I was ever down. My deepest sympathy for you and your family.. God Bless "
"Dear Sherry and the Morgan Family,My deepest sympathy to all of you. I had the honor to work with Jack at the UTA Bourbon Plant about 10 years ago. His wisdom and common sense along with his strong work ethic made him a very admirable man. He always spoke highly of his family and the stories of Erin brought a warmth and sparkle to his eyes. Jack was special. He could make you laugh, put complicated issues into perspective --- such a smart man, and treated everyone around him with respect. Heaven now has a great man and if anything is broken or not working right, Jack will fix it for them. Jack is one in millions. My prayers are with you. "
"Dear Sherry and Family,I am so sad to hear the passing of Jack. I worked in the engineering department at Lear Bourbon with Jack and enjoyed working with him. He was a kind and sweet person and will be missed by all who knew him. My sincere condolences to you and the family.Mary Lou"
"Sherry and Family, My deepest condolences; Jack was a great man, and a dear friend, he will be truly missed.Jim"
"Sherry and family,Jack was one of my favorite people. He always had some smart remark to make me laugh. You are in my thoughts and prayers and please know that Jack is "ok" now and take comfort in that thought."
"Sherry & Family,You have my deepest sympathy. Jack was a wonderful person who treated everyone with respect and worked hard beside you until the job was done. He always had a twinkle in his eyes ready to laugh with you and make the best of any situation. His presence and sense of humor will be greatly missed."
"SherryMy heart is filled with sorrow for your loss and my prayers are with you and the family. We all go back a long time and Jack was the best friend and co-worker anyone could have. He always had a smile for everyone and if in need he was there whenever to help. I will certainly miss him. May god comfort you in this time and bring you peace in the days ahead. Love Georgia Lea"
"To the entire Morgan family, Jack was one of my best friends over the years. Not only have I lost a friend, but the world has lost a great man. But I know our loss doesn't compare to yours. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Mike Muench"
"I worked with Jack at Lear for 6 years, he was a good friend and he will be missed. May the Lord be your strength and His comfort of peace cover you. Love in ChristJesusita"
"Dear Sherry and Family, I am so saddened to learn of Jack's passing. He was a college of mine from UTA in Bourbon. I will miss him deeply. He was a natural born talent and a friend anyone would be blessed to have. He often talked about you and the family with love and total tenderness. He was very proud of his family. He worked hard and was the best Engineer I have ever known. I often called him when I was working for his expertice and advice. Please take care of yourself. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers for peace. May God Bless and keep you in the days ahead.Sincerely, Liz Marker and Family"
"To the Morgan Family:My sincerest sympathies on the passing of Jack. I worked with him at several of the plants he was employed with and greatly appreciated his knowledge and friendship. He was always laughing or at the very least, showing that great Jack smile! The world has lost a very special friend and Heaven gained a true angel!!"
"Sherry Our hearts and prayers go out to you and family for your loss. I was fortunate to work side by side with Jack, although most of our time was spent over the telephone; our conversations were always full of laughter. Jack was a good man with a huge heart, and his kindness has touched so many people. He will be greatly missed."
"So sorry to hear of Jack's passing. I have had the great pleasure of knowing Jack for the past 5 years through Artisan Tool & Die. His visits and phone calls were always a bright spot in my day, he will be missed. Hold tight to your memories and know that he was a blessing to all who knew him. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Marcia Brown "
"Dear Shannon: May you find peace in your faith as you go through this difficult time; God Bless and keep You. Sincerly.. Victor & Lucy "
"I am so sorry to hear of Jack's death. He was always a great co-worker at Bourbon. He always had a twinkle in his eye and worked so hard to make our plant work. I know how much he loved his family and I know you will miss him. In the years that Bourbon has closed, I never missed the hustle and bustle of work, but it was always the good co-workers that I missed and Jack was certainly among them. I will keep you in my prayers as you grieve in the days ahead. An old friend of Jack'sBarb Cole"
"On behalf of the JICM Talon Ct Team, we would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the Morgan-Snider family. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers."
"Sherry our thoughts and prayers are with you from all of us at JCIM who have come to know JackJack will be greatly missed at work he was a kind caring man who has touched many many people with his kindness,knowledge and laughter"
"Sherry and Erin, we were in shock of hearing of Jacks passing last night. We are grateful to have known Jack, he was a kind hearted man. I am very sorry for your lose. You and your families have been in our prayers and will continue to be. Bless you, Laura Kyler"
"To the Entire Morgan Family;May each of you find courage to face tomorrow as you rest in the knowledge that we truly care about each of your needs and that we will walk beside you in your journey of grief. Randy Grimes and the Staff of DeMoney-Grimes Funeral Home "
"Sherry,I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You.Cari Wells"