John Reid Morse, a born-again Christian, 88, of Eatonton, GA, died peacefully on June 3, 2025.
He was born on February 2, 1937, in Eatonton, GA, to the late John Lester Morse and Fannie Mae Hallman Morse.
John Reid was a blessing to his family, a loving, caring husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and a friend to all who knew him.
John Reid attended East Lake Grammar School in Decatur, GA, and graduated from Murphy High School in Atlanta, GA. He was also a Graduate of the Mechanical Trades Institute, attended Southern Tech, Purdue University, and the University of Michigan.
He was a proud member of the Atlanta Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Service Technicians Local Union #72 for 67 years, where he worked in plumbing, heating, and air conditioning. He was an instructor, Technical Director, and retired as Executive Director of the Mechanical Trades Institute.
He was a member of Crossroads Baptist Church in Eatonton, GA. He enjoyed singing in the choir. His favorite pastimes included the Mount Carmel Christian Church Builder’s ministry, fishing, traveling, and spending time with his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife of 67 years Rebecca Ann Proctor Morse, daughters Becky Morse of Stockbridge, GA; Vickie and Mike Davis of Eatonton, granddaughter LaRee and Chase Agan of Winston, GA; grandsons Reid and Karly (Kincaid) Moss of Bogart, GA; Chris and Ava of Decatur, GA; Tyler and Michelle of Atlanta, GA; great granddaughters Bailee, Blakelee Ann, Rickee Mae and Jane, great-grandsons Davis, Rogan, Max and Finn; brother David and Mary Jane Morse of Grantville, GA; sister Nancy and Richard Brantley of Dahlonega, GA; and a host of friends that he loved like family.
To express condolences and sign the guest book, please visit www.williamsfuneral.net. Williams Funeral Home of Eatonton is in charge of the arrangements.