MICHAEL R. MORTON

A Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016, at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Franklin following eulogies beginning at 10 a.m. for Michael R. Morton, who passed away at the age of 79 in the early morning hours of Friday, Nov. 25, 2016, at Lafayette General Hospital in Lafayette.
Michael was born June 7th 1937 in El Paso TX. He graduated from Ysleta High School in El Paso in 1956. He graduated from University of Texas El Paso.
Before founding Landcoast, Michael was a consultant for a worldwide Insulation company. During his career Michael and the family spent a year living and working in Israel.
Michael was fortunate enough to earn a living doing what he loved. In August 1974 he founded Landcoast Insulation Inc. headquarted in New Iberia, Louisiana. Through his hard work and tireless dedication Michael built Landcoast into what today is a leading force in the insulation industry. Michael was also actively involved in St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Franklin, LA.
He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Jessie Morton; son, Robert Michael Morton; and daughter, Robin Morton; five grandchildren, Hollie Morton White and husband Jeff White, Alyson Morton Blackwell, Taylor Morton, Myla Romero and Marley Romero; five great-grandchildren, Carter and Maddox Blackwell, and Noah, Harper and Henlee White; brothers, Edmond Morton and Timothy Morton; and sister, Frances Morton.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Elizabeth Morton; brothers, Patrick and Richard Morton; and sister, Mary Morton-Harrison.
For those who were fortunate enough to know “Mick” many great memories come to mind. A man of few words, shy and reserved, who had a heart as big as could be. From filling a hundred trick or treating bags each year no matter if 10 kids came, to ordering Ruston peaches by the truckload each year for friends and family even though he didn’t even like peaches. Never one to want any praise or credit for the countless things he did. Never one to complain, no matter the pain.
Without question his passion was his family. A loving husband of 56 years, a loving and caring father, grandfather and great-grandfather, he never missed the opportunity to be together. For those lucky enough to be with him at those times, the casual smile on his face told us all we needed to know. He was quietly taking it all in, one breath at a time.
So many things we wish we could say now that you’re not here. Just know you’ve set the bar high, as a husband, brother, father, uncle, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. We are so very blessed to have been able to share our lives with such an amazing person, in every facet of the word.
As we reflect on all the great memories we have shared with Pops, we can all agree that heaven is lucky to have such a great soul, we can’t wait to see you…