Michael L. "Mike" Morris,77, went to be with the Lord September 14, 2012. He was born August 20, 1935, in Hutchinson, to Erle C. Morris and Melba L. Lynn Morris. Mike graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1953. He enjoyed fellowshipping at the First Christian Church, collected postmarks and was a Lion's Club member. Mike also had a passion for golf, bowling and was an avid sports fan. Above all, he loved his family.

Mike is survived by: wife, Peggy, of 57 love-filled years; and daughters, Pam Branaman and husband Kirk, with their children Jessica, Hollie, Matt and his wife Danielle; Kristy Schiete and husband Al, with their children Stephen, Melissa, Katherine, Sarah, Heather Riden and her husband David; three great-grandchildren; and sister, Jeny Williams and husband Jerry.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, James.

Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, September 18, 2012, at the First Christian Church. Friends may call 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday at Elliott Mortuary, Hutchinson, with family to receive friends from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Burial will be in Penwell Gabel Cemetery and Mausoleum, Hutchinson. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Reno County, First Christian Church, or Hutchinson High School, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 North Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501. Please visit www.elliottmortuary.com to leave a personal message for Mike's family.