David Thomas Morse, Sr.

October 10, 1948 - January 18, 2018

10/10/1948 - 01/18/2018

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Visitation
Sunday January 21, 2018
Garrett-Sykes Funeral Service of Ahoskie
205 NC Highway 42 W
Ahoskie, NC 27910
252-332-3122 | Directions
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The family will receive friends following the celebration of life service.

Service
Sunday January 21, 2018
2:00 pm
Chapel of Garrett-Sykes Funeral Service of Ahoskie
205 NC Hwy 42 West
Ahoskie, NC 27910
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AHOSKIE, NC – David Thomas Morse, Sr., age 69, passed away on January 18, 2018 at the Vidant Roanoke Chowan Hospital of Ahoskie, NC.

Mr. Morse was born on October 10, 1948 to James A. and Dorothy “Kitty” Albertson Morse in Norfolk, VA. David was a graduate of Great Bridge High School and then attended Fredrick Military Academy. He served as a marine in Vietnam, and was proud disabled American Veteran. David worked as a High Voltage Electrician at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard for 33 years before retiring. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing. David was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, son-in-law, and friend that will be deeply missed by all that knew him.

Besides his parents, David was preceded in death by a son, Jeffery Morse, a grandson, Forrest Mitchell, and three brothers-in-law, J B Eason, James Grelles, and James Prince.

David is survived by his loving wife, Tammy, two sons, David Thomas Morse, Jr., and Todd Mitchell, both of Colerain, NC; three grandchildren, Casey Morse, Alexander Mitchell, and Skyler Mitchell; brother, J Allen Morse and wife Peggy; sister, Jo-Ann Eason; mother-in-law, M. Jean Grelles; two sisters-in-law, Penny Fahey and husband Larry, and Colleen Durant; along with a host of nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life funeral service will be held on Sunday, January 21, 2018, at 2:00 PM, at the Chapel of Garrett-Sykes Funeral Service, Ahoskie, NC. The family will receive friends following the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Disabled American Veterans by clicking here

Garrett-Sykes Funeral Service – Ahoskie Chapel is handling the arrangements for the Morse family and online condolences can be directed to the family by visiting www.garrettsykesfs.com.

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Wayne Fogle
6 years ago

Tammy,
I am so very sorry to hear about David’s passing. He was a very good man. I’ll always remember the good times we had working together at the shipyard. He will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Rick Davidson
6 years ago

Tammy,
So sorry for your loss. David was one of a kind. Kind, loving, and full of a good spirit. He will be greatly missed. May God give you peace and comfort in your time of loss.

Cynthia Fields
6 years ago

Tammy and Family my prayers are with you May god Give Peace.

John guy
6 years ago

Tammy, I have know David for over 40 years. He was a good man, I know he will be missed. Sorry for your loss.

John guy
6 years ago

Tammy, sorry for your loss. Motor was a good man.

Debbie and Paul curnesb
6 years ago

To Tammy and family. We are so sorry for your loss. It has been a long time since we have seen you all. There are no words that can ever fill the void you are having now. Knowing that he was loved and blessed with a beautiful wife and children says God is Good. We know that he is just away…we all will see him again someday. Until then kniw that all your family and friends are here for you. We love you Tammy. God loves you too. May he put his loving arms around you and give you peace.

Sacramenta Landrum
6 years ago

My deepest condolences to the Thomas family and friends for the loss of your dear love one David. In God’s word the Bible is a wonderful promise for the loved ones we have lost in death to be fulfilled very soon right here on a brand new Paradise Earth by his son Jesus Christ it will give you hope and comfort during this difficult time.

Pat Litchfield
6 years ago

I am so very sorry for your loss. I know that there is nothing that anyone can say to ease your pain at this time. I am glad that you were able to spend some quality time with David just recently after your retirement. You and David were truly a match made in heaven. He will be missed by all. Stay strong.