Louis Morton

January 1, 1935 - July 29, 2020

Dateline: George West Louis Morton, age 85, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at a local nursing home in George West. He was born in Live Oak County at his family home to Mr. Edward Brady and Betty Elizabeth (Smith) Morton on Jan 1, 1935. Louis Morton was a simple man. Anyone that knew him know this about him. He was a hard working, loyal and dedicated man to his family. Louis spent the majority of his life married to the love of his life, Mary Frances, whom he had seven children with. Louis was truly one of a kind. He was there as a father, grandfather, friend and more for all those who needed him and always willing to lend an ear. While the oilfield was his chosen career, his real job was being the best husband and family member to those around him; And Boy did he have a sense of humor. He enjoyed reminiscing about the past and all the wonderful memories he shared with all of those he cared so deeply for. Today we remember Louis and focus on all those unforgettable memories because this is what he would have wanted. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Mary Frances; his brothers Edward Morton Jr., Tom Harris Morton, William Martin; sisters , Tincy Roberts, Louise Holland and Katherine Gasch; his son William Morton. Survivors include his children Mary (Morton) McTighe and her husband Michael McTighe Jr.; Nancy Morton; James Morton and his wife Kay Morton; Peggy Braune; Shawna Morton all of Three Rivers and David Morton and his wife Marcel Morton of George West. His brother Van "Toby" (Bertie) Morton of Three Rivers. Louis was blessed with 5 grandchildren- 4 grandsons and 1 granddaughter and 6 great-grandchildren - 4 great-grandsons and 2 great-granddaughters. There will be a graveside service on Saturday, August 1, 2020 at 11 AM at the Clegg Cemetery. Pallbearers are Colby Braune, Curt Braune, Wesley Brosig,Michael McTighe, Dalton Morton and Jay Klahr. Services entrusted to Roberson Funeral Home, Three Rivers.