Dorothy Hummel Morelock
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Dorothy Hummel Morelock, 94, of Fulton, died Tuesday, August 18, 2020, at Fulton Manor Care Center. She was born August 26, 1925 to the late Pearl and Louis Hummel on their farm near Newton, Iowa. Primarily a homemaker, Dorothy also taught pre-school in Florida and spent many years as a childcare provider in Florida and North Carolina.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband of over 60 years, Gale D. Morelock (1924-2007). The couple was married in Seattle, Washington, May 24, 1944 while Gale was a World War II US Navy gunner’s mate. Her sister, Lois Warrick of Newton, Iowa, also preceded her in death. Survivors include her son, Jerry Morelock and his wife Inessa of Fulton; grandchildren Alina Morelock of Fulton, Jeremy Morelock of Marquette, Michigan and Zoe Miller of Shawnee, Kansas; great-granddaughters Augusta and Bristol Miller and Mia Edwards, and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Inurnment will be at the Morelock Cemetery in Kirksville. Online condolences can be extended to Mrs. Morelock’s family at www.heartlandcremation.com/obituary/. Arrangements have been entrusted to Heartland Cremation & Burial Society of Columbia, 442-7580.
Condolences to the great Morelock family. She raised a great son in Jerry. May her memory be a blessing to her family and friends.
Dorothy was a wonderful, brilliant, and talented person. I had the privilege of knowing her since I was 12 years old. I visited her family in Tampa and in North Carolina several times. She was always so kind to me and interested in how I was doing. She loved her Husband, Gale, and took good care of him until his passing. She raised a brilliant, successful Son, Jerry. She loved her family members, especially her Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Dorothy is at peace now and she will live on in our hearts.
Ah the memories I have of Aunt Dorothy will always be close to my heart. Her smile would always light up a room. Her heart and love would fill you up. I still remember how good her hugs were. They were always so close and comforting. I miss her and Uncle Gale at my Grandparents house (Sandy and Andy). Gale would be watching some old classic TV shows like Magnum PI or Hawaii 5.0 and Aunt Dorothy would be helping Grandma give me treats and loving on me. What a wonderful soul. Heaven has gained an Angel that was an Angel way before her passing. I love you Aunt Dorothy!