Jessica Elise Morris

March 12th, 1977 - February 4th, 2017

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I remember you in high school and can only think of how nice and kind you were. You had such a quiet elegance about you. When you talked you were always civil to people, that quality is such a rarity especially in high school. We had a couple classes together, you were always someone I thought so highly of because you were so together. Although we never hung out or because super close friends I knew from just seeing you interact with people that were close to you, you had to be a pretty great one. I pray that your daughter finds peace and strength in your earthly passing and know you will be together again. Rest in peace.

Danielle Buhrfiend

A beautiful girl. Quick to smile and laugh. Kind-hearted with a quiet grace rarely found these days. We spent many summer days and nights riding with the windows down, Jessica's bare feet on my dash, listening to Pink Floyd, The Pixies, and her crazy techno-rave music. One summer, when I was 18, I think, I somehow got myself wrapped up in a weekly paper route delivering the South Haven Tribune in Pullman, of all places. 868 papers. It was massive. Jessica voluntarily gave up her Saturday mornings for an entire summer. We started at an hour so early not even the sun found it acceptable to rise and by the time we were done, that same sun was sinking into Lake Michigan. I had not one single other friend willing to do that horrible job with me, but she never complained, not once. She was always ready at the crack of way too early with new tunes for us to jam. I wouldn't have made it one Saturday without her. We worked together at Coral Gables in Saugatuck for two summers. One of the best co-workers I've ever served with, for sure. Fast, efficient, no complaints, and NO GOSSIP. She got me the job and showed me the ropes. She might have whipped me at service, but she NEVER beat me at pool, hard as she tried. We both played piano, but she had me there, too, though it was pretty tough to convince her to play. She was modest and mellow, never a bad word to say about anyone, at least not to me. And she loved her daughter. Once you were born, Chloe, it was hard to have a conversation for more than a few minutes that didn't center around "my daughter." I'm sorry I haven't met you. I moved to Georgia shortly after you were born and since I've been back, my own life got busy with a little boy, but your mom loved you more than you could ever know. I have some pictures of your mom and our friends, as well as a couple of you somewhere. When I run across them, I'll get them to you. If you ever want to talk, ask me any questions, or just remember your mom, I'm just a phone call away. I am so sorry for your loss, too, Sharon. I can't even imagine. Hugs and comfort to you and your family. She is walking in beauty and her spirit has found peace.

Marcy Cardinal

Dear Jessica,
Although I haven't seen you in many years, you had a great impact on my life. You were a beautiful, courageous, and talented human being, and always so fun to spend time with throughout junior high and high school. I have so many fond memories from summer camp and sleepovers that I will cherish forever. Every time I hear R.E.M. and Depeche Mode, I think of you...... Please know you were forever a piece of my heart, and forever will be. Condolences and much love to your family. Love, Melanie

Melanie Powis

I was truley blessed to have known Jessica for the years I was given. She indeed was a beautiful woman. She would come to work always done up. Her hair would be twisted and would hide little butterflies. She took great pride in her appearance as well as her work. She always gave 100% at whatever was needed of her. Little side jobs most would skip over before the end of one's shift, Jess never did. Many days after a hellish week in the hospital i wonder how she would even found strength to accomplish what she would.
When she spoke, her words were always inviting, uplifting, gentle and sweet. You would find yourself at ease opening up to her. She always called me mama. "Hey mama" i can still hear her. Noone could call her a gossiper or slanderer. A true friend to anyone who would take the time.
Jess may have seemed lost on this earth. She had her demons as we all do, but one thing was for sure was her salvation in Jesus. In fact many stories in the bible could compare to Jess. I found her as the woman at the well. Hard at work, encountering grace first hand, and walking unashamed in her faith. Many times i saw her as Lazarus; brought back to us time and again in need of family and friends to help remove bandages. I saw her as Esther, faithful and supportive of her man.
Jess was the daughter of The King caught in this world's web of suffering. A rare gem amongst a valley of stones.
I know her life had impacted many. I can only account for many own. I can honestly say i am a stronger person having known her. She was there for me in my darkest days and I like to believe i was for her. Tomorrow is not promised. We have what is given to us today. And today i celebrate her freedom from pain and her return home.
Good people pass away; the godly often die before their time. But no one seems to care or wonder why. No one seems to understand that God is protecting them from the evil to come. For those who follow godly paths will rest in peace when they die. Isaiah 57:1-2
And i heard a voice from heaven saying, "Write this down: blessed Are those who die in the Lord from now on. Yes, says the Spirit, they are blessed indeed, for they will rest from their hard work; for their good deeds follow them!"

Athena gonzalez

I have had Very good memories with my mom. This has Brought Us all Family, Friends or just knew each other Great Sadness. She was a very hard worker and kept everything in line. I remember when I was little she ALWAYS used to take me to Kids Corner or To Saugatuck and while we were in the car She Would Turn Up The Song poker Face and we would Jam Out to it. She batted a very bad disease and it just got worse and worse. But even though times were tough she always had a smile on her face. She used to have a butterfly Barrett in her hair or it was tied up In a bun. We used to talk on the phone for hours, talking about how her day was and how my animals were. Thank you all for your support to me Domonick and our family for this loss. I hope we all know she is in a better place. I know most of you were her friends from high school. She was the best Clarinet player that I know. I have her flag from high school that she used to do in Parades and stuff. Thank you all for your support. She is in a better place looking over us all. Thanks- Chloe

Jessica Elise Morris

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