Stephen Anthony Morris, 73, of Bradenton, Florida passed away peacefully surrounded by his children on August 2, 2022.
He was a loving father of 9 children and a grandfather to 21 grandchildren.
Steve was predeceased by his wife of 42 years, Elizabeth Ann Morris "Beth." He is survived by a large family legacy, including siblings Deanna Dorvillier, Myra Feely, George Morris (deceased) and their families. Steve is also survived by his sons Rhett (Melanie) of Russellville KY, Jeremy (Emily) of Tampa, Joe (Sherry) of Tampa, Paul (Patti Reese) of Holmes Beach, RJ (Brittany) of Holiday, Sam (Elizabeth Myers) of Bradenton, Amy (Al) Ballantyne of Bradenton, April (Dave) Viegel of Venice, and Leena (Javier) Guerrero of Bradenton. Collectively his love extended to the life of twenty-one beautiful grandchildren; Sierra, Sylas, Sydney, Spencer, Rosalie, Piper, Luella, Alex, Zachary, Lilaina, Ezekiel, Marty, Lizzie, Ellie, Hayden, Lily, Reagan, Aaliyah, Phelix, Elias, and Ares.
Steve was born at Bradenton General Hospital to George and Aida Morris on June 6, 1949. In his early years he resided in Tampa, Holmes Beach, Cuba and Puerto Rico, all of which shaped his love of the beach. In 1970, he met and married his sweetheart Beth in Bradenton, Florida. In 1978 with a family of five Steve’s life was directed to the Ministry. The family relocated to Chicago for his education in Bible College. In 1986, the family returned to the gulf coast (now with 7 children) where Steve began his work as a Baptist Minister. He and Beth had their final two children in Bradenton all while serving the ministry. Steve maintained lifelong friends that he lovingly appreciated. He was an extremely generous person providing many with an open ear and heart throughout his life. He was a loving father and grandfather that will be missed by all who loved him. The legacy he and Beth created together will continue to grow and his family will always cherish what was most important to them, the love of a big family.
We would love for you to come and Honor his life with a Visitation Saturday, August 27, 2022, from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. followed by a Celebration of Life at 12:00 P.M. at Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory 26th Street Chapel 5624 26th St W, Bradenton, FL 34207.
Following the service, a Celebration of Life reception will be held at Trinity Baptist Church, 5116 26th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34207. We invite anyone who knew him to attend and remember Steve’s wonderful life.
Condolences may be made to: www.brownandsonsfuneral.com
