Florence Alma Morris

Alma (Hutson) Wilson Morris, known to all who loved her simply as Alma, passed away at the age of 85. Born on November 8, 1940, in Muskogee, Oklahoma. She was the beloved daughter of Emmett Hutson and Florence (Dawson) Hutson, and she carried their values with her throughout her life—kindness, perseverance, and quiet strength. Alma graduated from Muskogee Central High School with the Class of 1958 and attended Northeastern State College where she obtained her master’s degree. On January 29, 1987, Alma married Richard John Morris in Muskogee. Their marriage was one of companionship, loyalty, and shared devotion, and Richard remained a constant presence in her life. Alma devoted many years of her life to public service, working as a psychometrist for the State of Oklahoma, where she was respected for her dedication, compassion, and steady presence. Alma also worked at Fort Gibson Middle School as a teacher. Those who knew Alma will remember her as thoughtful, dependable, and deeply caring. She had a calm way about her, a gentle spirit, and a heart always willing to help. Alma found meaning in her work, comfort in her home, and joy in the relationships she built over a lifetime. Alma leaves behind cherished memories that will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. She was preceded in death by her parents, Emmett and Florance Hutson; her brother, Earl Hutson; sister, Mabel Hutson; and son, Jimmy Wilson. Alma is survived by her husband, Richard Morris of the home; children, Tommy Wilson and wife Lisa of Ft. Gibson, OK, and Barry Wilson of Oklahoma City, OK, Laura Morris of Muskogee, OK, Richard J. Chirs Morris and wife Monica of Jacksonville, FL, Heather Ross and husband Shannon of Alpharetta, GA, and Megan O’Neal and husband Jeff of Coweta, OK; grandchildren, Tanner Wilson, Taylor Wilson, Brooke O’Neal, Shelby O’Neal, Molly Morris, Emily Applebaum, Leslie Morris, Kristina Morris, Rachel Darbe, Elizabeth Boubreaux, Landyn Ross, Payton Ross, Kyle Wright and Grace Wilson; and 9 great-grandchildren. A celebration of Alma’s life will be 12:30 P.M., Friday, December 19, 2025 at First Baptist Church in Ft. Gibson with Pastor Kelly Payne officiating. Interment will follow at Ft. Gibson National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family suggest memorials be made to salvation army at: https://give.salvationarmyusa.org. or to the Bedouin Shriners at: 201 South 6th Street Muskogee, OK 74401.

Florence Alma Morris

November 8, 1940 - December 13, 2025