Emery Lee Morgan Jr., 95, beloved husband of Wilda L. Morgan, dear father of Emery L. Morgan III and his wife Michelle R. Morgan, grandfather to Kristen A. Auguste (Morgan) and her husband Theo Auguste, Tyler, Caitlin, Matthew Morgan and great-grandfather to Brayden Auguste, passed away peacefully, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017. Emery will be dearly missed by his family and many friends. His integrity, sense of humor, and hardworking style will forever be a part of us.
Emery was born March 16, 1922 in Caruthersville, Mo., to Emery and Hattie Morgan. He moved to Poplar Bluff, with his wife, Wilda and son Emery, in 1952 after serving three years in the Army during WWII. He was actively involved for many years in youth baseball and belonged to the Lion's Club, Jaycees, and the Chamber of Commerce.
In 1954 Emery joined the accounting firm of Kraft, Miles, and Tatum as an accountant where he later became a partner. He worked there until he retired in 1995.
Emery was an avid golfer and enjoyed golfing in his free time with friends and family.
Emery will be deeply missed by his family and friends. His family appreciated all the love and support they have received from family and friends.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to The Alzheimer's Association --www.act.alz.org/donate.
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