Carter Funeral Home humbly announces the transition of Deacon Morris L. Calhoun, Sr. 84, of Union Springs, AL.
Deacon Calhoun, a faithful servant leader of the Second Baptist Church in the Thompson Community peacefully exchanged life for eternity on Thursday, April 9, 2020 in Montgomery, AL.
Services and interment celebrating his earthly tenure will be held Saturday, April 18, 2020 at 2:00 pm from the Second Baptist Church Cemetery. The message of triumph will be delivered by Pastor Eddie C. Jasper of the Haynes Chapel Baptist Church.
Deacon Calhoun will lie in repose at the church from 1:00 pm until the service hour.
Public visitation will be held Friday, April 17, 2020 from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm at Carter Funeral Home.
Public visitation and services will be held exercising prescribed social distancing protocols.
DEACON MORRIS LEE CALHOUN SR. was born November 22, 1935 in Union Springs, Alabama to the late Mr. James Henry Calhoun and Mrs. Effie B. Calhoun. He confessed Christ at an early age and became a member of the Second Baptist Church, Thompson Community where he received his religious foundation. Morris received his secular education from the Bullock County Public School System.
A FAITHFUL SERVANT Deacon Calhoun relocated to Saginaw, Michigan where he enjoyed a fruitful career at the General Motors Corporation, where he retired after 32 years of service. In 1985 he moved back to Union Springs, AL to care for his mother. While in service to his church and family and community, He served on the Deacon Board for several years and became Chairman of the Deacon Board until the Lord called him home April 9, 2020. Morris was also preceded in death by one sister, Bessie Mae Surles, four brothers. Samuel, Rev. Major L, Rev. Nathaniel and Rev. James E Calhoun.
HIS LEGACY LIVES ON He leaves to cherish his memories a loving and devoted wife, Diana B Calhoun of 36 years. Two daughters, Kimberly (Jerome} Davis Indianapolis, Indiana, Maureen L Calhoun, (Nathan Williams) Union Springs, Al. One son, Morris (Michelle) Calhoun, Saginaw, Michigan. Two step-Daughters, Belinda (Larron) Rainey, Fairburn, Ga. Tamboura L Little, Bronx, New York. Two sisters, Johnnie Mae Burt, Saginaw, Michigan. Effie J Lyons, Union Springs, Al. Two brothers, Johnnie Lee Calhoun, Harvey, Illinois. Minister, Melvin (Yvonne) Calhoun, Saginaw, Michigan. Nine grandchildren: Sierra (Peanut) Williams, Amari Jumper.Teairra Jumper, Sarrah Rainey. Dashawn Calhoun, Jaylon Jumper, Xavier Davis, Dominik Calhoun, and Larron Rainey. One great grand, Amir Jumper. Two sisters-in-law, Mattie Calhoun and Lisa Calhoun. Three Goddaughter: Ebony (Jerome Jr) Jackson, LaTeal Sykes, Brittny Hall. A host of nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends.
The Staff of Carter Funeral Home is honored to support the Calhoun family with End of Life Services.
Thank you for the confidence and kindness you have displayed by selecting us as your professional services provider. It is an honor to serve and support you. The Staff and Management of Carter Funeral Home
To my Family: Words cannot express what my heart feels. Rt 2 box 32 and Rt 2 box 33 Union Springs, AL 36089 will never die. Families were formed and everlasting friendships were made. All my love to my cousin Morris. We shall meet again...All my love Georgia Bell
To the Family of the late of deacon Morris Calhoun He was a good person also Loves everyone I remember when I come down for a visit with family from out of town when I come to church when deacon Morris Calhoun sees me at second Baptist church or any other churches he loves to Hear me singing I need just a little more Jesus he really enjoyed it so much I am going to Miss my cousin Deacon Morris Calhoun to cousin Diane Stay prayed up the Lord will be with you and your family Love Heather Mims from Nashville Tennessee
Thank you for your expression of confidence by selecting our services. May time bring you comfort and strength. Sincerely, The Staff and Management of Carter Funeral Home
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