E. C. Morrow

Funeral services for E. C. Morrow, 78, of Lone Star, Texas, will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Rock Island Non-Denominational Church, with Apostle James Morrow officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park, under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home.  Mr. Morrow will lie in state for viewing from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Friday, August 22, 2025, at Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Ore City.

Emerson Carl “E.C.” Morrow was born December 16, 1946, in Marion County, Texas, to John B. and Veatrice Fisher Morrow. He accepted Christ at a young age and was a lifelong member of Rock Island Church.

E.C. first married Earmon Neal, and to this union, two children were born. Later in life, he married Diane Horsley. He retired from T&N Railroad in Lone Star, Texas, and after retirement, he was happiest sitting around the shop at Morrow’s Auto or out in the community, visiting with family and many, many friends. E.C. always had a smile, a story, or a laugh to share.

His earthly journey ended on August 17, 2025, in Hughes Springs, Texas.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John B. and Veatrice Morrow; his son, Emerson Carl Morrow, Jr.; siblings, Lawrence, Rosevelt, Otis, James, Johnnie Lee, Gwendolyn, Charles Ray, Stan Morrow and Geraldine Grant.

Those who will forever cherish his memory include his companion, Diane Horsley; daughter, Adriennie (Marty) Marion; grandsons, Logan Loyd and Lake Loyd; great-grandchildren, Louis and Elaine Loyd; siblings, Dorothy Hodge Tarver, Rosie Moon, and Jerry (Glenda) Morrow; sisters-in-law, Elma Morrow and Faye Morrow; along with a large circle of nieces, nephews, and other family friends who loved him dearly.

The family would like to especially thank Marilyn Neal Wells, a treasured family friend, and his devoted nephew, Rev. Milton Jones. Their love, care, and presence were a blessing to E.C