Who We Are
We have close to a 100 years of experience caring for families, from all walks of life. Each family comes to us because they know we are leaders in our profession, dedicated to excellence in service, and have the highest integrity.
When we sit down with a family, we have just one goal: to create a fitting, memorable and affordable service for their loved one. Together, we explore the wide variety of services and products available, as well as a wealth of creative ideas and suggestions.
Together, we'll design a memorial or funeral service that suits their needs now, and in the future. Families who come to us know that years from now, they will have deep peace-of-mind because in coming to us, they've done their best to honor their loved one.
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History
Founded in 1919, Morris Funeral Home and Cremation Service has been serving families in the Asheville/Buncombe County area longer than any other funeral home. Family owned and operated for close to 100 years, Morris Funeral Home is under the direction of the fourth generation of Morris family members.
Philosophy
Our establishment is operated by a staff of highly trained, local personnel, people who make their homes in Asheville, people who are interested in this community because they live here, just as do those they serve. This special interest is reflected in the friendly, courteous attention at Morris Funeral Home, a personal interest in the welfare of neighbors and fellow citizens.
Because we at Morris Funeral Home have never been content with just "ordinary" funeral service, we have established a reputation highly regarded in Asheville - a reputation for thoughtful, dignified service under all circumstances. At Morris Funeral Home we serve just as we would like to be served.
Convenience
As a full-service company, we handle all the related details of planning ceremonies. From our facility, we can assist you in selecting cemetery property, making arrangements for burial outside the area, purchasing flowers and purchasing monuments for the cemetery.
Services, Products and Prices
We offer the greatest number of choices in our region. Our charges are clearly itemized and presented before you make any decisions. Of course, our fees usually change annually, so feel free to call for current prices.
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Our Valued Staff
Gus Morris Jr., Owner/Funeral Director
Gus, Jr. joined the family business in 1985 and has been a licensed funeral director for over 25 years. After his father's retirement in 1990, he became the fourth generation funeral director of Operations for Morris Funeral Home. A native of Asheville, he graduated from Asheville HIgh School in 1978 and was a psychology major at UNC Asheville. He is a member of First Presbyterian Church of Asheville and active in many clubs and organizations. He has three children, Lindsey, Seth and Aaron and one grandson, Olivier.
Gus Morris Sr., Retired/Owner
A native and lifelong resident of Asheville, Gus, Sr. retired in 1990 from day to day funeral home management operations. He was a graduate of UNC Chapel Hill wth a BS in Business Administration, he is a veteran of the US Marine Corp. and has been a licensed funeral director since 1962. He was formerly active in various civic organizations. He and his wife, Mary reside in Asheville. In addition to his son, Gus, Jr. he has a daughter, Lisa, four grandchildren and one great grandson.
Tyran Proctor Carter, Funeral Director/Embalmer
A native of Tampa, Florida. Ty has been a resident of Buncombe County since the Spring of 2008. She holds a BS Degree in Education, History and Criminal Justice and a MS in Justice Studies and an AAT in Mortuary Science. She has been a licensed funeral director since 1990. She has an Austrailian Shepherd, Carolina.
Martin F. Core, Funeral Director/Embalmer
A native of Rocky Mount, North Carolina, Marty graduated from Gupton Jones College of Funeral Service and has been a licensed funeral director/embalmer in North Carolina for over thirty years.. He is married to his wife, Toni, has one daughter, Kelsey and a chocolate lab, Duke.
Robert Bastien, Funeral Director/Embalmer
A native of New Bedford, Mass., Bob is veteran of the US Navy. He attended Old Diminion College and is a graduate of Gupton Jones College of Funeral Service. He has been a licensed funeral director for 36 years. He is a member of Trinity Episcopal Church. He and his wife, Glenda reside in Asheville, they have 4 children and 8 grandchildren.
Lisa Russell Burrell, Office Administrator
A native and lifelong resident of Hendersonville. Lisa joined the staff of Morris Funeral Home in 2006. She has been in funeral home adminstration for twenty years. She has two sons, Michael and Cameron
Aaron D. Crawford, Funeral Service Assistant
A native of Weaverville. Aaron is a graduate of Pensacola Christian College with a BA in History. He resides in Weaverville and is engaged to be married next June to Miss Kerrie Jones.
Plumie Hall, Housekeeping
The member with the longest tenure of the Morris Funeral Home staff, Pat has been working with this family since 1968. As the caretaker of the precious antiques and furnishings at the facilities, she is responsible for keeping the building beautiful. Often, Pat will be found caring for the staff, making sure we have the TLC needed to continue to care for the families we serve. Pat was married to Gilbert Hall for over 45 years before his death in July of 2002. She and Gilbert raised five children and they have fourteen grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
