A.J. Morton

Ather Johnnie Morton known to many as A.J., son of Fred and Gertrude Reid Morton was born October 22, 1933 in Stilwell, Oklahoma and departed this life to be with our Lord on January 24, 2012 in Stilwell, Oklahoma at the age of 78 years, 3 months and 2 days. He had several occupations throughout his life some to include Bus Driver for Stilwell Public Schools, a door greeter at Walmart, Ozark Electric and the Shelter Workshop. He served in the Oklahoma National Guard. He also loved spending time with his family. A.J. was preceded in death by his parents his wife of 59 years Dona Morton, sister Opal Doyle, brother Don Allen Morton, grandson Michael Bradley Morton and granddaughter Angela Kay Morton. He is survived by a very loving family that includes his sons Jackie Ray Morton, Frank Morton, Michael Morton and wife Rebecca all of Stilwell, OK, brother Freddie Ray Morton of Oklahoma City, OK. 10 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, 1 greatgreat grandchild, several nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends also survive him. Funeral services were held at 10:00 am on Friday, January 27, 2012 at RobertsReedCulver Chapel with Bro. Joey Ketcher officiating. Interment followed at Stilwell City Cemetery.