Tuesday, October 27, 2026 11:48 am

Blaine McCall Morris, 93, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 22, 2026. He was born February 21,1933, in McDowell County, NC. He was the son of the late William Thurston Morris and the late Donna McCall Morris. He was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Lillian Arrowood Morris, by his infant daughter, Teresa Lynn Morris, and a brother, John Morris.

Blaine deeply loved his family and church. A devoted, longtime member of Patterson Springs Church,he faithfully served in several capacities including the Deacon and Senior Adult Ministries. Blaine is survived by his daughters, Debra Hardin and Elaine Davis(Allen); son Michael Morris; and grandchildren, Garrett Hardin (Cameron), Michaela Hardin, Brooke Duncan (Chad), Alissa Pace (Andrew), Chris Morris, and Michelle Sons (Jeff). He is also survived by six great grandchildren. Also left to cherish his memory are Helen Poole (sister), of Nebo and Joe Morris (brother), of Marion.

Blaine graduated from Marion High School in 1951. He served in the US Army during the Korean conflict from 1953-55, stationed in Germany as a motor pool mechanic. He was awarded three metals, National Defense Service, Army Occupation (Germany), and the Good Conduct metal.

After business school he worked in logistics with numerous companies,retiring from Monsanto in Blacksburg, SC. For thirty years he enjoyed restoring and showing classic cars. He also enjoyed riding motorcycles and was an avid golfer.

A Funeral Service will be held at Landmark Baptist Church on Tuesday October 27, 2026 at 1:00 PM with Pastor Allen Davis officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:00 pm-1:00 pm at the church.

Burial will follow at Cleveland Memorial Park.

Memorial Contributions may be made to: VIA Health Partners (formerly, Hospice of Cleveland County)

951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC 28150

https://www.viagiving.org/one-time-giving

Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com

Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to serve the family.