Gary Morse

Gary Wayne Morse, 61, of rural Poplar Bluff, passed away at his home on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2020, surrounded by his family after a long battle with brain tumors.

He was a graduate of Twin Rivers High School, Three Rivers Community College and SMSU. He was an active farmer prior to illness. He was a classic car showman, truck tractor pull enthusiast, off season traveler, dedicated family man, and gentle man of faith.

He is survived by his wife Nancy (Bryd) Morse and three sons, Gregory and wife, Tamara, of Cape Girardeau, Douglas and wife, Jennifer, of Poplar Bluff, and Christopher and wife, Klarissa, of Poplar Bluff. His greatest joys were his three grandsons Jackson, Josiah and Lincoln Morse. He is also survived by his mother, Shelby Morse; brother, Larry (Amy) Morse; and sister, Donna (Phillip) Buhler; as well as an extended loving family of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1, at Cotrell Funeral Services. Funeral service will be at 11a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2, with the Rev. Byron Beck officiating. Burial will follow in the Mt. Zion Cemetery in Williamsville.

The family request the use of masks for all those who attend services. If a mask is not available, there will be a mask provided.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to the American Cancer Society, with Hope Lodge in Memo, 4215 Lindell Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63108.