James Clayton Morgan,”Joe”,73, of Williamsburg, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family into the arms of His Lord and Savior on March 25, 2016. He is preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Jerry Morgan.

Joe is survived by his wife of 53 years, Faye Morgan; two daughters, Kimberly Henretty (Tim) and Shannon Joyner (Pat) of North Carolina; son, Bryan Morgan (Fawnda); sister, Joan Bradley; seven grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and many other family members and friends; and also leaving behind his beloved dog, Gracie.

Joe was a master builder and developer for more than 40 years and loved his work. He worked hard to take care of his family and was the most generous person you could ever meet. He helped anyone..anytime..anywhere and was an example of his faith. Joe’s passion for music and the call God placed upon him allowed him to minister to people all over the world with his singing. He was an incredible blessing to his family and all who knew him. He was a founder and director and member of New Hope Christian Fellowship, builder of Kings Way Church, and also served for more than 15 years at York River Baptist Church.

A visitation will be held Tuesday, March 29th from 10am-12pm with a celebration of his life following at 12pm at Kingsway Campus – Crosswalk Community Church, 5100 John Tyler Highway, Williamsburg, VA 23185. Interment will follow in Williamsburg Memorial Park.

Service

Tuesday, March 29, 2016
12:00 AM

Kingsway Campus- Crosswalk Community Church - Directions
5100 John Tyler Highway
Williamsburg, Virginia 23185

Burial

Tuesday, March 29, 2016

Williamsburg Memorial Park - Directions
130 King William Drive
Williamsburg, VA 23188

Visitation

Tuesday, March 29, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Kingsway Campus- Crosswalk Community Church - Directions
5100 John Tyler Highway
Williamsburg, Virginia 23185

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March 28, 2016

Kim, Shawn Nasers and Nancy Yother says:

Am so sorry for your loss. We are your neighbors here in White Oaks (live on Foxcroft Rd.) and have only known him for a short time. He was a kind and thoughtful person who will be truly missed by all. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
March 28, 2016

Kim, Shawn Nasers and Nancy Yother says:

Am so sorry for your loss. We are neighbors here in White Oaks (Foxcroft Rd.) and remember Mr. Morgan as a kind and thoughtful person. He will be truly missed. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
March 28, 2016

Roger & Lucinda Gosden says:

We were shocked and saddened to hear that Joe has passed away. He was popular in our neighborhood and would stop to make friendly conversation with passers-by, often with his beloved dog beside him. His generosity in helping others was well-known. We will miss him.
March 28, 2016

Tom Capps says:

Faye, I regret hearing about Joe's passing and pray that you and the family will rest in the loving peace of God and His Son, Jesus Christ. I was a classmate of Joe's at Rocky Mount Senior High. We had a great class, and it is always sad to lose of our dear friends.
March 29, 2016

Wayne Crumpler says:

I have so many childhood memories of the Morgan family growing up next door. Being just a kid, I thought Joe was the coolest dude around. Nothing he couldn't do, the jack of all trades. He showed me how to tie a necktie the first time I ever wore one. He and Faye were always kind to me and they raised 3 great kids. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this difficult time.