Stephen Wesley Morgan
Nov 5, 1949 - Jul 12th, 2024- Birth Date: Nov 5, 1949
- Death Date: Jul 12, 2024
- Funeral Date: Unknown
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Biography:
Stephen Wesley Morgan
Husband, father, and grandfather, was called to join the heavenly choir on July 12, 2024.
Steve practiced dentistry for more than 40 years, in Tennessee and Arkansas. He did not treat patients, he treated individual human beings, giving each and every one his full attention, concern, expertise, and compassion. For those who best knew and loved him, he was "Doc", and it was both a title of respect for a man who brought his scientific curiosity to every aspect of life and a term of endearment for a man whose Christian faith was immanent throughout his life.
Born in Memphis to Jack and Peggy Morgan on November 5, 1949, Steve became an Eagle Scout and graduated from Central High School, University of Memphis, and University of Tennessee Dental School. Early on he discovered his great passion for nature. From canoeing and camping with his beloved spouse Judy on the Buffalo and Spring Rivers to teaching his two daughters about our vital connection to the great outdoors, he was spiritually at home in nature. Like Wordsworth, he knew that if he "brought an open heart" that he would see and find and learn in nature.
He was also most at home at home. Steve loved sharing the adventures and challenges of life with Judy. They were husband and wife and they were partners. Chronic health issues over the past several years tested them, and along with medical help their chief strategy in helping one another was the constancy of their love and faith. Steve loved being father, teacher, guide, and cheerleader for their daughters. His family and family of friends will remember also his wry humor, his thoughtfulness and generosity, his contemplative essence, his scuba diving exploits, his humility, his talent as a guitarist, and his love of music, particularly The Beatles.
Steve’s favorite quote was “I don’t know what tomorrow holds, but I know Who holds tomorrow.” At the heart of Steve and Judy's home and family, one always found Christ. Christ's example of unconditional and redeeming love guided all their journeying, both together and as individuals.
Steve was a member of Fellowship Midtown Church in Little Rock.
He leaves his loving and dearly loved spouse, Judy, his daughter Beth Payne and son-in-law Scott, of Louisville, KY, his daughter Ryan O'Malley and son-in-law Larry of Cammack Village, AR, and granddaughters Amelia Payne and Bailey O’Malley.
Steve was a member of Fellowship Midtown Church in Little Rock.
He leaves his loving and dearly loved spouse, Judy, his daughter Beth Payne and son-in-law Scott, of Louisville, KY, his daughter Ryan O'Malley and son-in-law Larry of Cammack Village, AR, and granddaughters Amelia Payne and Bailey O’Malley.
The family asks that any donations be made in memory of Steve to Buffalo National River Partners at https://bnrpartners.org/memorial-bnrp
Condolences(07)
David H. Crowder, D.D.S.
#7
Jul 29th, 2024 2:07 pm
I have known Steve since dental school. He was always a great friend, and a wonderful dentist. We practiced together for several years, and never were very far apart. I was blessed to have him as a close friend, and I will miss him greatly. I am jealous, for he has gained what we can only hope for!
Betty Carol (Brackeen) Henderson
#6
Jul 18th, 2024 6:15 pm
I'm so sorry to hear this news. Sending my prayers and love.
Valerie Sparks
#5
Jul 16th, 2024 2:50 pm
Heart felt condolences to Steve's family. He was a caring man, full of love and good spirit .
Laurie
#4
Jul 15th, 2024 9:10 pm
I am so very sorry!
Will and Karen Miles
#3
Jul 13th, 2024 7:27 pm
Steve was a wonderful man. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Luanne McCarty
#2
Jul 13th, 2024 7:22 pm
I am so blessed, and honored and priveleged to have known Doc this past year. He had a generosity of spirit, an infectious laugh, a quick wit, and I loved the stories he told me.
His love of God, Judy, his daughters and grandaughters was a beautiful thing to behold. Thanks for being my friend.
His love of God, Judy, his daughters and grandaughters was a beautiful thing to behold. Thanks for being my friend.
Hannah and Jerrod Pinkston
#1
Jul 13th, 2024 7:13 pm
Steve was such a kind and enjoyable man. Even though we hadn’t known him long, he will be greatly missed. His love for the Lord was obvious every time we were around him. We are praying for you and your family.