William Morris

June 30, 1948 - July 24, 2019

William Morris, the only son to the late Wilhelmina and James Morris was born on June 30, 1948 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He peacefully departed this life on Wednesday, July 24, 2019. William received his formal education in the Philadelphia and Chester-Upland public school system, earning his diploma in 1968. For many years, William worked as a crane operator for Penn Ship until its closing in 1990. He then found a home at the Delaware County Intermediate Unit until he retired in 2008. Affectionately called Chill Will by family and friends, William was a great man that dedicated his life to raising his children. He took great pleasure in spending time with his children and grandchildren. William was predeceased by his wife Marcia Morris (Pleasant) and his loving sisters: Naomi Green, Jean Smith, Rosetta Foreman, B. Lorraine Robinson-Bey and Juanita White William leaves to cherish his memory his three children: William S. Morris (Christal), Nicole Morris, and Justin Jones. Six grandchildren: Deshawn Morris, Shahir Brown-Morris, Maya Morris, Briona Morris, Jordan Blake, and Maliah Morris; Special friend, Shelia Jones; Devoted sister Carrie Melfah. Two brothers in –law: Willie White Sr. and Calvin Robinson-Bey; and a host of nieces, nephews, and close friends.