Ronnie Wayne Morris

Ronnie Wayne Morris, a beloved figure and lifetime resident of Troy, NC sadly left our world on August 3, 2024 at his residence after a life filled with fishing, hunting, serving the Lord and service to his community. He was born on November 29, 1955 in Denton, NC to Faber and Gertie Morris. 

Ronnie will be remembered for his sense of humor, kind heart, giving nature, and willingness to help family, friends, and strangers. Ronnie was an avid fisherman in which he fished for fun and competition; winning many awards and Big Fish prizes. If Ronnie was not fishing he could be found in the woods hunting with his brothers, nephews, grandkids, and friends. 

Ronnie graduated from West Montgomery High School in 1974. He retired from Troy Lumber and served his community as a Volunteer Fire Fighter at Uwharrie Volunteer Fire Department and later retired as a Volunteer Fire Fighter. Ronnie was a member of Calvary Gospel Church in New Hope, NC. 

Ronnie cherished his family above all else. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Ella Hall Morris, daughter, Maria Robison Broos (Sissy), Five Brothers: Pete Morris (Geneva), Hoyt Morris (Jolene), Charlie Morris, Bobby Morris (Loretta), David Morris (Ceil) Two Sisters: Shirley Threadgill (Albert), Florence Cornelison (Donnie), Two Grandchildren: Will Broos (Taylor) and Ella Broos, as well as many nieces and nephews. 

Ronnie was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, Angie Comer Morris, son Richard (Richie) Keith Morris and three brothers: Carmie Morris, (Cal) Tony Morris, and Clyde Morris. 

The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 pm on Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at Pugh Funeral Home in Troy, NC. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 11:00 am at the Pugh Funeral Home Chapel followed by a graveside service at Macedonia United Methodist in Troy, NC. 

Memorials may be directed to Pinehurst Cancer Center and Uwharrie Volunteer Fire Department

The family would like to extend our deepest appreciation to Ronnie’s two amazing and special nurses; Janice Honeycutt, with FirstHealth Hospice and Pallative Care and his niece, Kristie Dixon

Online condolences can be made at www.pughfuneralhome.com

Pugh Troy Funeral Home is proudly serving the Morris family.