Wife of Troy L. Morrison dies at 85
Frances Gunter Morrison — wife of Troy L. Morrison, former executive secretary-treasurer of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions (SBOM) — died Sept. 30. She was 85.
A graduate of Jacksonville State University, Morrison taught math for more than 25 years, most of which was spent at Etowah High School in Attalla.
Faithful in ministry, Morrison served in many capacities at Twelfth Street Baptist Church, Gadsden, from 1968 to 1985 while her husband served as pastor. She still called that church home at the time of her death.
And while her husband served SBOM from 1990 to 2000, the two were a ministry team, said Rick Lance, SBOM executive director.
“Frances was a vital part of the ministry to which Troy Morrison was called both as a pastor to local churches and to his calling in state missions as an executive director,” Lance said. “Frances had a unique sense of humor and keen insight into matters of life. Personally, she was always an encouraging influence in my life and ministry. I respected and appreciated her immensely. I am grateful to have known her and loved her like a family member.”
Morrison is survived by her husband of 65 years; her son, Mark; five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her daughter, Marsha Morrison Burttram. (TAB)
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