Gloria J. Morris

Gloria J. Morris, 78, of New Concord, died at 11:20 am on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at The Beckett House in New Concord. She was born August 29, 1946, in Zanesville, a daughter of the late Thomas F. and Betty (Market) Wharton. During her time working at Muskingum College, she became a “house mom” to so many young men who maintained a special place in her heart years later. Gloria had a deep love for animals of all kinds- cats, dogs, horses- opening her home to creatures great and small. She was a loving mother and grandmother, and a bonus grandmother to the friends of her grandchildren.

Gloria is survived by her husband of 57 years, Earl W. Morris, whom she married November 16, 1967; children Cindy (Casey) Harriman, Brian (Renee) Morris and Mark (Lisa) Morris; grandchildren Lexus Harriman, Paige (Clayton) Harriman, Ethan Morris, Kyle (Lauren) Morris, Baylee (Sarah) Morris and Chase Morris; a great granddaughter Lakelynn; a sister Cyndi Hall; a sister-in-law Debbie (Jim) Whetzel; and several nieces and cousins.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother Jeffery Wharton; and a grandson Adam.

The family would like to extend a thank you to the staff at The Beckett House for their exceptional care. Gloria came to love so many of her caretakers.

Per Gloria’s wishes, no services will be held. All arrangements have been entrusted to the BOLIN-DIERKES FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 1271 BLUE AVENUE, ZANESVILLE.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Gloria’s honor may be made to: https://www.appalachianlegacyinc.org/ .

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