Don Tryndel Morton

Don Tryndel Morton, age 89, of Sardis City, Alabama, passed away on June 4, 2026. Born on May 10, 1937, in Boaz, Alabama, Don lived a life rooted in community, faith, and service to others. Don dedicated his career to education in Etowah County, where he touched the lives of countless students and teachers over many years. His passion for teaching extended well beyond the classroom, as he genuinely loved sharing knowledge and helping others grow. When he was not working, Don could often be found pursuing his love of fishing and designing fishing rods, hobbies that brought him great joy and connected him with friends and neighbors throughout the years. Sardis City was his lifelong home, and he cherished the deep friendships and lasting memories he built there. Those who knew him would attest that he was blessed with wonderful neighbors and friends who enriched his life as much as he enriched theirs. Don is survived by his beloved wife of 69 years, Carolyn Whitt Morton; his son, David Morton (Barbara); his daughter, Kim Rogers (Rusty); his grandchildren, Clay Morton (Natalie), Katie Bone (Landon), Kaci Maroney, Rachel Rogers, and Russ Rogers; his great-grandchildren; Tybee Morton, Amelia Morton, Tatum Morton, May Morton, Whitt Bone, Landry Bone, Koti Patton, and Rhyker Morton; his brothers, Simeon Morton (Cathy), Farris Morton (Nancy); and his sister, Agatha Hall (Bill). He is preceded in death by his parents; Autry & Evelyn Morton and great-grandson; Joshua Bone. A faithful member of Sardis Baptist Church for 82 years, Don's life was guided by his deep and abiding devotion to the Lord. His church family was a cornerstone of his life, and he now rests in the eternal peace of his Savior. Visitation will be held at Etowah Memorial Chapel on Monday, June 8, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. A funeral service will take place on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at Sardis Baptist Church at 11:00 AM, with burial to follow at Sardis Baptist Church Cemetery. Bro. Mike Goforth, Bro. Welton Brooke and Stan Clemons will be officiating. Pallbearers will be John Ross, Cason Morton, Evan Johnson, Jake Ross, Shannon Hall and Mike Maroney, Honorary Pallbearers will be W.M. Blackwell, Dale Johnson, Milo Metcalf, Jim Ross, Eddie Patterson, and Bob Wright. The family would like to thank Shepherd's Cove Hospice for their compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Shepherd’s Cove Hospice Care or Sardis Baptist Church. Arrangements are entrusted to Etowah Memorial Chapel.

Don Tryndel Morton

May 10, 1937 - June 4, 2026