Bill Frank Morris

Billy F Morris passed away on Monday May 31st at the age of 63. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on October 10, 1957 to James C Morris and Doris L Morris (Moseley). He attended Highland High School where he played football. Upon graduation Billy joined the IBEW as an apprentice, after 43 years as an active member he retired at the age of 62 from the 8th district. Some of his many jobs included UNM Children’s hospital, New Mile High Stadium, Denver Airport, and multiple water treatment plants in the Denver area. Billy considered Colorado home but the job gave him the opportunity to travel the country working in New York, California, New Mexico, Nevada, and Kansas. He made lifelong friendships along the way. On July 16th 1983 he married the love of his life, Teri Smith of Lyndon, Kansas, they had two children. Together they traveled, enjoyed horseback riding in the mountains and attending the Telluride bluegrass festival (before it became a big deal). When they danced the whole room watched. She preceded him in death in 2002. Billy was an avid hunter and enjoyed being in the mountains, he built two homes in Glen Haven and Drake. His time in California gave him a love for the ocean and red wood trees. Billy never met a stranger and was always willing to help a friend in need. Billy is survived by his three children Marci, Erin (Eric), and Joseph, as well as three grandchildren Sarah, Gunnar, and Everleigh. He will be missed by those who knew and loved him. His ashes will be buried next to his wife and a graveside service will be held on July 16th at Highland cemetery in Scranton, KS.