Mrs. LouVeria Morrison

“Well done, good and faithful servant; you have been faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your Lord”. Matthew 25:23 Mother LouVeria (Johnson) Morrison was born on April 14, 1941, in Batesville, Mississippi, to Emma Mae Smith and Fleno Johnson. She was preceded in death by her mother, father, stepfathers Melvin Harvey Sr., and Pastor Lilbon H. Clark Sr., grandparents John and Emma Smith, her nephew Brian Fielder, and her beloved husband, Thurlow Morrison. LouVeria's early years were spent in Muskogee, Oklahoma, before her family moved to Kansas City, Missouri, where she was raised. LouVeria was a part of the first class that integrated Central High School, and she was an accomplished basketball player. After graduating in June 1959, she furthered her education at Metropolitan Junior College, earning a business certification. In the mid 1960’s, she started her career at Hallmark Cards, where she worked for over 40 years in various positions, ultimately retiring as a Production Planning Manager, overseeing a team of more than 20 employees. On August 3, 1973, LouVeria married Thurlow Morrison, and they created a loving family together, which included her son, Orestie Lynn Tucker II, her stepson, Jarvis Morrison, and stepdaughter, Easter Watson. In 1977, they were blessed with the birth of their daughter, Kira Lorene Morrison. LouVeria loved spending time with her family; from showing up at sports events and school programs to chauffeuring all her nieces and nephews to choir rehearsal and Sunday school. In addition, for her love for her family, she also enjoyed watching and listening to televangelist programs, gospel music, and sports, especially the Kansas City Chiefs. LouVeria gave her life to Christ at an early age and became a lifelong member of Martin Temple Church of God in Christ. Because of her passion for young people and gospel music she became the YPWW (Young People Willing Workers) Local President and Choir President. In addition to those roles, she also served as the Bible Band President, Home & Foreign Mission teacher, Vacation Bible School teacher and leader of Tribe Number 3. In the summer of 2022, Pastor Lee Criswell appointed LouVeria as the Church Mother. Licensed an Evangelist Missionary by the late Supervisor Annie Franklin over 40 years ago, LouVeria’s work for the Lord spread beyond the walls of Martin Temple Church, within the Greater Faith District (District #2), she served as the YPWW Chairlady (Jurisdictional President John Mark Johnson and Jurisdictional Chairlady Birdella Jackson) and Third Sunday District Program Chairperson. In Missouri Western First Jurisdiction LouVeria served on the executive board of the Women's Department under the leadership of Supervisor Diane North. Not only did she figuratively wear many hats within the church; one of LouVeria’s most endearing qualities was her love of hats—she was rarely seen without one, and she truly adored wearing them. Her passion for service, especially her love for the church, was evident in everything she did. A prayer warrior and encourager to all she came in contact with, LouVeria’s generous spirit and pleasant personality touched the lives of everyone she encountered. Mother LouVeria Morrison’s love for her family and her church, leaves an enduring legacy. Her influence will forever remain in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her Christian life was as beautiful and vibrant as the flowers she loved so much, and her example of grace, service, and faith will never be forgotten. Our Father called His daughter home on Monday, January 27, 2025. She is survived by her children, Orestie Lynn Tucker II; Jarvis Morrison; Easter Watson; and Kira Lorene Morrison; her grandchildren, Orestie L. Tucker III; Montez King; ReLaun Tucker; Keilyn Garner; Jaylynn Tucker; Kree Morrison; and her great- grandson, Landon Tucker; six sisters, Lorene James; Emma Criswell (Superintendent Lee A. Criswell); Hazel Harvey Young (all of Kansas City, MO), Jacqueline Bennett (Larry) (San Diego, CA), Dorcas Harvey (La Place, LA); seven brothers, Ramsey Johnson (Kansas City, KS); Melvin Harvey Jr. (Kansas City, MO; Marvin Harvey (Orlando, FL); Marcus Harvey (Mary); Clyde Harvey Sr. (Sheryl); Griffith Harvey; and Jerome Harvey (all of Kansas City, MO); over 45 devoted nieces; nephews; cousins; and friends. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Christian Tabernacle COGIC 7405 Paseo Blvd. KCMO 64131. Interment: Forest Hill Cemetery. Visitation: 10-11:00 a.m. at the Church. Arrangements entrusted to Lawrence A. Jones & Sons Funeral Chapels. Condolences may be shared on our website lawrenceajones.com

Mrs. LouVeria Morrison

April 14, 1941 - January 27, 2025