Morris Cullen Kirk , Jr., 59 , of Tampa, FL passed away Thursday morning , May 01 , 2008 at James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital, Tampa, Florida
He was born in Guntersville, Alabama on January 27, 1949.
He was preceded in death by his parents Morris Cullen Kirk Sr. and Claris Inez Ricketts.
Survivors include his son, Wesley Cullen Drescher of McDonough, Ga. Finance- Melissa Rainwater;granddaughters: Breanna and Kiley Drescher; along with many talented musician friends.
Mr. Kirk served his country in the US Army 1st Infantry Division.
Music was his passion in life and he played with his heart.
Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be directed to James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital, Tampa, Florida.
Funeral services will be 10:45 am Monday, May 05, 2008 He will be buried with Military honors at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL.
Arrangements entrusted to Veterans Funeral Care, 15381 Roosevelt Blvd., Clearwater, Florida 33760
What a great quitar player! He will be missed by his friends and fellow musicians!
Love ya Rip
Morris, you were the same kind of a person, that you were a guitar player. Who could ask for more? Miss you buddy, LAMAR
Morris, I made you two promises.
Both,fulfilled in your final days. Wesley is a fine young man and has a beautiful family. From your friends he will learn all about his dad. I know you will always be watching over him from above. And we all know that HEAVEN’S GUITARIST
has just arrived.
We love ya!
play the guitar wherever you are capt. lewis
They’ll always be a special place in my heart for you-I wish you could play me just one more song but it wasn’t meant to be-I will always love and miss you.
I always enjoyed Morris’s guitar playing as well as his company in conversation. GO NOLES !!!!
Morris, It was fun working with you the times we did. You were a very talented guitar player. You will be missed my friend. May God be with you.
Never again will my ears hear you sing “Born On the Bayou” for me, but I will always hear it in my heart. Our paths crossed often through life because of our love for music and I know that it will again when my time comes. You will be sorely missed. but never, ever will you be forgotten.
My friend,I still use many of the licks you’ve shown me.I will think of you every time I strap my guitar on.
You were a brilliant musician and good friend.I will miss you very much.
Good bye old pal.Say hello to Elvis.
Morris was very loved and will always be remembered. He worked many times with me and for me and I will never forget his wonderful guitar licks and the way he played my special songs for me. Ya got ’er done baby.
MY PRAYERS TO MORRIS’S FAMILY
Thanks for all the great memories! Miss and love ya brother. Turn it up and play it loud!!
We are very sorry to hear about Morris passing and our thoughts and prayers are with his family. I’m Morris’s Cousin. My Father Woodrow Ricketts was his mother’s brother. Both my sister Margaret Hasting and I have tried a couple of times to track down Morris to no avail, and were shocked to hear the news.
God Bless you all during this time of grief.
Cathy
To the family of Morris: Morris was my comrad, friend and fellow soldier, we met at the Veteran Admin. we have shared many stories of both triump and despair. He loved and cared deeply for his family especially his son. Morris will be greatly missed, but know that he was ill and in pain and is now pain free and in a better place.
Our Loss…His Gain!
Sorry to hear of your leaving us but most likely you’re sharing your God given blessing for music with the angels.
a friend till the end … you are missed
Morris was a good friend and fellow musician. He will surely be missed. I remember the first time we played together back in the late 70’s and untill the day he will remain one of the best I’ve ever known. May God Bless Clifford and Katie Wodicka Sr
Morris was a good friend and fellow musician. He will surely be missed. I remember the first time we played together back in the late 70’s and untill the day he will remain one of the best I’ve ever known. May God Bless Clifford and Katie Wodicka Sr
Morris was a good friend and fellow musician. He will surely be missed. I remember the first time we played together back in the late 70’s and untill this day he will remain one of the best I’ve ever known. May God Bless Clifford and Katie Wodicka Sr
The Man and the Music will both be missed
Morris,
We have taken many trips together, this is one trip we take alone.
we’ll miss your voice, but mostly you.
Love Bob and Family