Clelus Morse

Marion-Clelus Sue Morse, 77, passed away at 07:20pm on Sunday, November 8, 2015 at Parkway Manor. Clelus was born on September 22, 1938 in Williamson County to Raymond Cann and Harriett (Thornton) Dawe.  She married Claude Dean Morse on June 14, 1957 in Marion.  He preceded her in death on October 25, 2008. Clelus was a longtime member of Aldersgate Methodist Church where she and Dean served as custodians.  She was a housewife and a loving mother and will be missed by all. Survivors include: Son-Cannon Morse (Karen) of Lexington Park, Maryland Daughter-Candra Johnston of Marion Son-Vannon Morse of Marion Grandchildren: Miranda Johnston Ethan Johnston Stenson Morse Hannah Morse Brandon Morse Matthew Morse Sister-Theresa Nottrott (David) Clelus was preceded in death by her parents and her husband. As per her wishes, her body will be donated to science.  A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Southern Illinois and will be accepted at Blue Funeral Home/ PO Box 411/ Marion, IL  62959.  For more information or to sign the memorial guest register please visit bluefuneralhome.com The family will have a meal at Bennie's in Marion on December 28, 2015 from 5pm-8pm