Morris Allen Carter, 87, of Marshall, TX, passed away on December 23, 2017.

Morris was born in Jefferson, TX, March 6, 1930 to Osborne and Lola Mae Carter. Mr. Carter served with Marshall Fire Department for 18 ½ years. He then co-owned and operated Harpers Texaco Station on Grand Street. Morris was a member of Grange Hall Methodist Church. He loved the outdoors; fishing and hunting were two of his favorite things to do in his free time.

Morris is preceded in death by his loving wife of 62 years Fannie Mae Fyffe Carter, who passed away May 23, 2015.

Morris is survived by four daughters, Linda Lassetter of Marshall; Carol Pearson and husband, Rick of Marshall; Kathy Maestas of Pagosa Springs, CO; and Janet Rhoads and husband, Robert of Midland; two sons, Allen Carter and wife, Denise of Arp; and Randall Carter and wife, Jan of Marshall. Morris was also survived by (14) grandchildren, (25) great-grandchildren, (3) great-great grandchildren, numerous step-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, friends, and extended family.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at Downs Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, December 28, 2017 in the chapel of Downs Funeral Home, with Bro. James Fleet Officiating. Interment will follow immediately after at Grange Hall Cemetery.