James Morgan Jr.

Mr. James Morgan Jr., know to family as ‘June Bug’, the son of the late Junious and Ella Mae Morgan. He was born on June 23, 1939 and departed from this earthly home on Monday morning April 8, 2019, after a year long battle with cancer.

Mr. Morgan was united in marriage to Noreen Faye Queton which lasted 46 years. She is his surviving widow, Mrs. Noreen Morgan.

He was a graduate of Dennis High School and was a member of the New Bethel A.M.E of Bishopville, SC.

He was drafted to the U.S Army at the age of 16. Sgt. Morgan served 24 years in the army. He was a Vietnam Veteran, serving three tours. He was also a P.O.W., of which he never spoke about.

Mr. Morgan retired from truck driving after 17 years of hauling loads all over the U.S. He also retired from the Oklahoma City Public Schools as a mechanic for 10 years.

James was a Master Mason, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry (A.A.S.R.), Southern Jurisdiction (S.J.), Prince Hall Affiliations ( P.H.A.) and finally elevated to 33rd Degree in October of 2017. Being a Masonic Brother was his most prized accomplishment.

Brother James was a devoted member of the Faith, Hope and Love Baptist Missionary Church for 23 years where he served as an usher and was well known for his cooking skills. He enjoyed cooking and his cakes were famous amongst friends, family and co-workers.

To cherish his memory, he leaves behind his devoted wife Noreen; his children, Derrick, Kathy and Valarie Morgan; three step children, Toni Perfetti, Jeff Ward (Penny) and Tracy Bedeker. Brothers; Quillar (Debbie), William, Larry. Sisters; Ella (Harry), Cynthia, Barbara Jean (Gerald) and Cindy. Over 35 grandchildren and over 30 great grandchildren. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins and an abundance of his friends. Also, A special son, Clarence Long.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Junious and Ella Mae Morgan. Four brothers; Kenneth Morgan, Richard Morgan, Leroy Morgan and McKenzie “Bunk” Morgan. Two sisters; Marie Carroll and Lubertha “Bert” Morgan.

A meal will be served following the burial at the Faith, Hope and Love Missionary Baptist Church. Please honor our beloved James by eating with the family.