Thomas R. Morley

1929 - 2016

Thomas R. Morley obituary, 1929-2016

BORN

1929

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Kaul Funeral Home

28433 Jefferson Ave

Saint Clair Shores, Michigan

Thomas Morley Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 29, 2016.

Thomas R. Morley, age 86, passed away February 29, 2016. He was the beloved husband for 62 years of Helen E. Morley; loving father of Tom (Kelly) Morley, Michael (Danice) Morley, Daniel (Terri) Morley, and Mary Lynn (Scott) Watts; devoted grandfather of Jamie (Ryan) Vollmert, Robert (Jackie) Morley, Matthew Morley, Michael D. Morley, Michelle (Matt) Ash, Mark Morley, Dustin Morley, Jessalyn Morley, Elizabeth (Brent) Scott, and Timothy Watts; proud great-grandfather of Aurora and Riley Vollmert.

Tom was proud to serve his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict. He was the Past President and Chairman of the Board of Morley Candy Makers, which was established in 1919. One of his passions was hunting; he was a founding member of the Pioneer Hunting Club. He also loved playing Euchre.

Visitation Thursday, March 3, 4 – 9 p.m. with a 7 p.m. Scripture Service at Kaul Funeral Home, 28433 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores. Instate Friday, March 4, from 9:30 a.m. until the 10 a.m. Funeral Mass at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, St. Clair Shores.

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February 22, 2019

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Mark Jacob

Yalom said that people die twice, once when they stop breathing and second a bit later when someone speaks your name for the last time. Thomas Morley is probably the one man I knew who will only leave us once since he was admired by so many and an influence to many people such as myself. His physical being may be gone but he lives within many people.

January 5, 2017

Paul Rentz

It's been many years ago now but I worked for Tom in the 9 Mile plant. He was pretty much a straight up guy. It was hard work but good for a 'kid' to learn hard work! My first summer job during high school at EDHS. I think it was Tom's daughter that worked in the plant as well. We were all treated equal by Tom.

March 13, 2016

Mark Jacob

I am deeply saddened to here of Mr. Morley's passing. I had the distinct pleasure of knowing him and his family since we lived next door to them for many years. My childhood was influenced by Mr. Morley's moral standards, patriotism and kindness to anyone he met. He was truly an inspiration to me and to many of the kids in our neighborhood for many years. I thought of him often in my adult life which actually led me to finding out his passing just now.

March 4, 2016

Danielle White

Rest in peace great uncle Tom you sure left a wonderful imprint on this earth

March 4, 2016

Gerry Santoro

Tom and Family,

I extend my sympathy to you at this time of loss. Please know that you are in me and my family's prayers at this time of your father's passing.

Gerry Santoro

March 3, 2016

Dan, sorry I was unable to be there at the funeral home - my sincere condolences to you and your family.
Mike Patterson

March 3, 2016

I have wonderful memories of working at Morley's, due in part to the kindness of Mr. Tom. He was always such a dear, sweet funny man. Heartfelt condolences go out to the whole Morley family.

Polly (Peplinski) Wargo

March 3, 2016

David (Savue) Piche

Very sad of Mr. Morley's passing. I have many great memories of working for the company in my teen years which still bring me smiles and laughter. For instance he would come to me and say "we'll first do this, then we'll do that, and we'll finish up doing this." Then he'd walk away. What happened to we'll we'll we'll? LOL. I remember the sons being hard working yet fun loving people who undoubtedly picked up those and other fine traits from their father. I was lucky to have him as a second father figure in my life during those years. All my best the the entire Morley family. Surely the pain will brief as there are too many wonderful memories for that to last long.

March 2, 2016

LINDA RHOADES

MORLEY FAMILY,
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT MR TOM'S PASSING.HE WAS A GREAT MAN SURE ENJOYED WORKING FOR HIM AN THE REST OF THE MORLEY FAMILY.GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU AN GIVE YOU PEACE AT THIS TIME.

March 2, 2016

Christopher Mattina

To the Morley Family, I was very saddened to hear of the passing of such an iconic figure in our industry. Mike, and Mike Koch, it's a lifetime ago from Notre Dame until now, and we end up in the same industry. Nothing can ease the pain of your loss, however, let me leave you with this quote I saw on my wife's Great Grandfather's head stone. "Love leaves a Heartache no-one can heal, Love leaves a Memory no-one can Steal. God Bless you All, In my Prayers. Christopher J. Mattina

March 2, 2016

Cathy (Freck) Kubisiak

Working at Morley Candy Company was such a great time in my life. I loved Mr Morley and had the utmost respect for him. Have told many people over the years what a fine man he was to work for. I am sure he flew into heaven like a shooting star. Condolences to the entire family.

March 2, 2016

So SORRY to hear of. The passing of. Mr. Tom Morley .He was a very. Friendly out going person. Everyone. At. Morley candy makers loved him ! My. Deepest sympathy goes out to. The. Family . God Bless. U all. Diana Bill (billy bob ).

March 2, 2016

Doloris Sheridan

Happy memories of Tom, he surely will be missed. There will be some great Euchre games going on in heaven.

March 2, 2016

Lana Izworski

To the family of Mr. Morley, I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Morley was a well respected gentleman and it was a pleasure to have known him. He was a very smart man and he was loved by many. I am proud to have worked with such an outstanding man. God bless him and my prayers go out to the entire family.

March 2, 2016

marisa tear

Dan & Family,
I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad. You & your family are in our prayers. I always enjoyed talking to your dad & listening to his stories when he came over to Joy Blvd. & also when he use to visit us on Hall Road. God Bless You & Your Family. RIP Mr. Morley. What a beautiful legacy you leave behind.
Marisa Tear

March 2, 2016

Scott Watts

I will always remember the bear of a man leaning on his Suburban with his arms crossed impatiently waiting for his daughter to come out of the dorm, and the courage it took to introduce myself as her new boyfriend. I am blessed to have had you as my father-in-law. Thank you for giving us all of the stories, the quotes, and the memories.

Rest in Peace, Dad. I'll be mindful to not be a boob. Or a turkey.

March 1, 2016

To the Morley family, ,so sorry to here the passing of your father although Helga and I are out of town are hearts are with you in this sad time ,our payers are with you, Bruno and Helga Tadolini

March 1, 2016

Jim & Carol Rutt

We will always have the fond memories of the Morley's, Gutman's, & Rutt's up at the Pioneer Club. I will never forget all the years of hunting, playing euchre, drinking beer, & those manhattan's.
You will be missed Tom.

March 1, 2016

Casey Petz

Morley Family -

My condolences to all of you for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Mr. Tom Morley Sr. taught me some of the most important and lasting lessons of my life, and I'm going to miss him too.

Thought I would share a quick story with you as a way to remember fondly the type of man Mr. Tom was. As many of you know, I began my career at Morleys working with a good number of the Morley Family members. I was only 13 or 14 years old at the time, but the memories from those days are pretty vivid - thanks in large part to Mr. Tom.

It didn't take long for me to for me to learn that getting yelled at didn't mean I was in trouble, I just meant I was learning. Thinking back on it now, I don't know that I ever had a coach, teacher, or boss that put the fear of god and commanded the respect that Mr. Tom did when he was working on the production floor. I knew that I needed to be on the top of my game if I was to continue being employed, and there was never a dull moment when "Big T" was around.

One such instance of this occurred after cooking large batches of spaghetti noodles in the copper pots (we had a company luncheon that day). After cooking the noodles, I was instructed by one of the cooks to cool the noodles down with cold water when they were done cooking in the boiling water. Upon seeing this, Mr. Tom shouted, "THAT DEFEATS THE WHOLE PURPOSE OF COOKING THE NOODLES" and he proceeded to lift the entire batch of spaghetti (had to have been over 75 pounds) himself and place it back on the burner. I learned to pay attention to details and ask questions first that day...and that Mr. Tom was a force to be reckoned with when he wanted something done right away. Never again would I assume anything while in his presence that was for sure.

As the years went by, I can think of countless times when Mr. Tom would stop what he was doing to carefully explain (in full detail) exactly what I was doing right or wrong. His attention to detail and personal instruction was something I will always think fondly of.

Upward,

Casey Petz

March 1, 2016

It was a joy to be in the company of Uncle Tom. He was well read and shared interesting stories with us. He had a very warm and generous heart and always welcomed everyone into his home. I remember how he loved playing euchre and his Manhattan's. I will miss you Uncle Tom:) Your niece, Mary Beth Chinzi

March 1, 2016

Claudia Rutt-Kyre

So sorry for your loss. I have so many fond memories of our times up North to the Pioneer Club!

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28433 Jefferson Ave, Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081

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28433 Jefferson Ave, Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081

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St. Clair Shores, MI

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St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church

St. Clair Shores, MI

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