Faye Morris

Faye Cluny Morris, 99, of Farmington, passed away Sunday, November 29, 2020 at Southbrook Skilled Rehab Nursing Center. She was born January 10, 1921 in Davis, Missouri; the daughter of Emery Cluny and Eva Owen Cluny. She was united in marriage with Dr. W. D. Morris who preceded her in death. Faye grew up in St. Charles, Missouri first living in the historical district on South Main Street when St. Charles population never exceeded 12,000. She attended college at Kirksville State Teachers College until forced to leave college in her senior year due to health issues. In 1943 Faye moved to Saint Francois County where her husband established his first practice in Elvins. In 1952, Dr. Morris along with six other Osteopathic Physicians founded Mineral Area Osteopathic Hospital of which Faye was an active member of the Hospital Auxiliary. One of Fayes most proud accomplishments was obtaining her bachelors degree in History at the age of 66 from the University of Missouri St. Louis. Faye was a faithful member of Memorial United Methodist Church and an active and devoted member in prayer groups. She was a 74-year active member of P.E.O. until her declining health status prevented her from attending. She was also a member of many local and state historical organizations including Saint Charles County Historical Society and the Landmarks Association of St. Louis. One of Fayes many passions was fishing off Andros Island in the Bahamas with her husband, "Doc" and traveling with her traveling companions, Lily Dell Westover as they traveled across Europe with Jerry Walters and most of all the many family vacations she shared with her family. She was a very loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother whose deep love will always be cherished by her family. Survivors include her daughter, Nancy (Mrs. Terry) Middleton of Farmington and son, Dr. Joseph Dean Morris and wife, Mitzi, of Jefferson City; four grandchildren, Kimberly Mathes and husband, Chadwick, Timothy Middleton and wife, Callie, Corey Morris and Wife, Jill, and Damon Morris and wife, Roxanne; six great-grandchildren, Chase Middleton, Ella Morris, Landon Middleton, Cale Mathes, Luke Morris and Scout Middleton; and special friends, Susan Mattison and Sarah Jane Westover. Visitation will be held at Memorial United Methodist Church on Thursday, December 3, 2020 from 10 until the service beginning at 11 a.m. with Reverend Ron Beaton officiating. Interment will follow at Masonic Cemetery in Farmington. Due to Covid19, all in attendance are required to wear masks and to social distance. Memorial donations, if desired, may be made to Memorial United Methodist Church of Farmington. View the tribute video and share your condolences at cozeanfuneralhome.com.