Michael W. Morgan, 53, died unexpectedly on Saturday, November 17, 2007 at his home in Beaumont, Texas. Michael was an Associate Vice President, financial consultant and certified financial planner with A.G. Edwards & Sons and managed the branch office in Beaumont for ten years. Michael was a 1972 graduate of Port Neches-Groves High School and earned a degree in accounting from Lamar University in 1976.
Michael is survived by his loving wife, Joy Morgan, and his son, Gregory both of Beaumont. Gregory was born with special needs in 1986 to parents who have devoted themselves unconditionally to his care. Despite a demanding career, Michael always made time for family, enjoying sports and activities with Greg and ensuring that Greg led a rewarding life. He was a gentle soul who made life easier for others and his legacy to family and numerous friends is his example of always finding the silver lining, humor and kindness in life’s little moments. Mike treated everyone with honor and respect in all of his dealings, whether business or personal. Always a peacemaker, problem solver and uniter of people, Mike applied these skills to every aspect of his life and especially enjoyed his volunteer work of ten years with the Dispute Resolution Center of Jefferson County.
In addition to his wife and son, Michael is survived by his dear mother, Anna Lee Morgan; sister, Wilda Hayes; sister-in-law, Myrna Ellsworth; and brothers-in-law, Alfred Ellsworth, Sam Loyacano and Ron Olsen. Nephews include Christopher Hayes, Sam and David Loyacano, Carleton and Gordon Ellsworth; nieces, Mary Sumrall, Elizabeth Hayes and Anne Hayes Pitts. Michael leaves behind uncles, Russell and Leon Folse, aunt, Ena John; great nephew and great nieces, Tyler and Emily Sumrall, Madilyn and Kelsey Loyacano; and eleven cousins. Michael was preceded in death by his father, Willard Morgan in July 2006; and his sister, Carolyn Morgan Loyacano just 6 days before on November 11, 2007.
Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 24, 2007 at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont with burial to follow at Oak Bluff Memorial Park in Port Neches. A gathering of family and friends will begin at 5:00 p.m. Friday, November 23, 2007 at the Mortuary.
The family has requested that memorial tributes to celebrate Michael’s life benefit The ARC of Greater Beaumont, the local chapter of the Association of Retarded Citizens, which supports children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Donations may be mailed to ARC of Greater Beaumont, 655 South 8th Street, Beaumont, Texas, 77701.
