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“So sorry to hear of your loss! My mother, Helen, is Nell Morehead's sister. Joan sent us a link to the lovely tribute. Our prayers and thoughts are...Read More »
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1 of 69 | Posted by: Patty Sikes Garza and Helen Sikes - TX
“I want togive my condolences for the family. I've known Jeff and Deanne for a long time. We went to school together, Deanne and I was best friends,...Read More »
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2 of 69 | Posted by: Pauline McManus - Paducah, KY
“To Deanne and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Jeff's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are
with you. If you need anything, don't hesitate to...Read More »
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3 of 69 | Posted by: Jerome {Hoppy} and Darla Hicks - KY
“My condolences to Jeff's family. He was a wonderful guy in high school and I'm sure that never changed. He will deeply missed as much as he was...Read More »
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4 of 69 | Posted by: Sharon (Carter) Decco - Branson, MO
“I will miss Jeff in many ways. He was one of my best friends. I will miss his words of wisdom but most of all his wonderful voice. I loved singing...Read More »
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5 of 69 | Posted by: Donnie Youngblood - Benton, KY
“To Bethany and Brittany, I was so saddened and sorry to her about your father's passing. I hope you will find strength within each other to get...Read More »
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6 of 69 | Posted by: Andrea (Poe) Barrett
“May those beautiful yesterdays always remain in your heart, and your sorrow gently fade away. May you find strength in your faith, comfort in God's...Read More »
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7 of 69 | Posted by: Magallon Family
“I am so sorry to hear about Jeff.I met him about three years ago and knew within minutes that he was a man that loved the Lord.He was truly a good...Read More »
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8 of 69 | Posted by: Jerry Ryan - Milford, IN
“J.D. and Family,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Jeff's passing.I know he is now with his Mother and Father in Heaven. Our thoughts and...Read More »
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9 of 69 | Posted by: Troy, Linda, Dakota & Taylor - KY
“J.D. and family,
Sorry to hear of your loss we will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
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10 of 69 | Posted by: Ryan & Deborah Morton - Benton, KY
“so sorry to hear bout jeffs passing went to school with him and deanne was in choir with him all the years at mchs he was always cutting up mrs ross...Read More »
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11 of 69 | Posted by: angie wild goodaker
“Another angel has earned his wings,and I know that he is having a family reunion with his parnets and singing in the choir. Jeff was blest with a...Read More »
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12 of 69 | Posted by: Davalene Fulks - Benton, KY
“Deanne, Bethany, and Britney I'm so sorry to hear about Jeff. He was such a sweet person. He will be truely missed. Just remember God will be there...Read More »
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13 of 69 | Posted by: Tammy Ward - Benton, KY
“Brittany I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. I just wanted to let you know that iIwas thinking of you and your family. Love and Prayers Katelyn
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14 of 69 | Posted by: Katelyn Raleigh
“Dee and girls, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Jeff was a wonderful Christian and had a beautiful voice.
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15 of 69 | Posted by: Debi Youngblood - Benton, KY
“Dee,Girls, Marlene and family I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of need.
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16 of 69 | Posted by: Ashley Newcom
“My heart goes out to Jeff's wife and daughters. My words are not capable of conveying my concern for all those Brother Jeff leaves behind. As a...Read More »
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17 of 69 | Posted by: Joe Daryl Thorn - Benton, KY
“Dear Morehead Family, Jeff was an amazing man and you are all in our thought and prayers. If there is anything that we can do for you, Just let us...Read More »
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18 of 69 | Posted by: Wendy Morrison Luebker - Benton , KY
“I was friends with Jeff's mother and friends with her family all of my life, but only knew Jeff when he was a small child, before I moved. Although,...Read More »
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19 of 69 | Posted by: Tami Miller Schott - Louisville, KY
“We were so very sorry to hear of Jeff's passing you are all in our thouhts & prayers..
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20 of 69 | Posted by: Angie Newton Johnson - Benton, KY
“Dee Jeff was an amazing Christian man. He touched so many lives and he was a special gift in your life. Mom had the privelege to hear his sermon last...Read More »
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21 of 69 | Posted by: Mark, Mary & Baley Edwards - KY
“I havent seen Jeff in years, I rember him as a young boy, His family lived across from me on the oak level road. I am sorry about your lose and at...Read More »
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22 of 69 | Posted by: David Ivey - Calvert City, KY
“I had ot seen Jeff in a while, but I have very fond memories of him singing in church. I know that you all have a rough road ahead of you and if...Read More »
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23 of 69 | Posted by: Jo Lynn (Colson) Paddack - benton, KY
“Deanne,
I was shocked to hear of Jeff's passing. I am so sorry. If there is one thing that we know for certain it is that Jeff loved the Lord and we...Read More »
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24 of 69 | Posted by: Diana (Watkins) Lawrence - KY
“I met Jeff during a visit to the Lighthouse Missionary Baptist Church. He was always cheerful and friendly,always calling me "brother" whenever he...Read More »
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25 of 69 | Posted by: Pastor Nelson Mesa,Bureau of the State Fire Marshall,Ocala,Flori
“I am so sorry for the loss of Jeff. I pray that God will give you the comfort you need at this time of grief. Hold onto the memories and know that...Read More »
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26 of 69 | Posted by: Vicky Harper
“I love you Britney your the best friend i have and I'm really sorry i wish there was something that i could do. rip jeff
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27 of 69 | Posted by: Scott York - benton, KY
“We were so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
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28 of 69 | Posted by: Jerry & Paula Bell - Benton, KY
“Enjoyed his singing!! Have known the Newcomb's all my life, and prayers are with all of you.
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29 of 69 | Posted by: Kenethia Reed Taylor - kirksey, KY
“I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT JEFF.HE WAS A MAN OF GOD. HE LOVE THE LORD AND HIS FAMLEY.YOU ALL OR IN OUR THOUHTS AND PRAYERS.
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30 of 69 | Posted by: clifford and linda pogue - benton, KY
“my sympathy to all the family remember Jeff as a little boy and his sweet little momma Pat, whom I called Trish she loved my cheeseburgers long...Read More »
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31 of 69 | Posted by: Shirley Meredith - Benton, KY
“To all the family,
I am so sorry about Jeff. He was very special to me. All of you are in my thoughts & prayers.
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32 of 69 | Posted by: Jimmie Sue Mathis
“I grew up with Jeffery and J.D.. May God be with you at this difficult time. Another Angel being called home
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33 of 69 | Posted by: Dennis Nelson
“Jeff was a good friend to my Granny Opal Bradford who went to heaven many years ago and for that I am eternally grateful. He was in choir with me at...Read More »
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34 of 69 | Posted by: Lee Ann (Bradford) Riley
“We are so sorry about your loss. We will keep the family in our prayers.
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35 of 69 | Posted by: Kerry & Rhonda Darnell - Benton, KY
“Dee and Girls, I am so very sorry to hear about Jeff. My husband and I went to church with him and you at S.M.B.C., and I worked with him for years...Read More »
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36 of 69 | Posted by: Sandi Shelburn - Benton, KY
“To the family of Jeff, I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. I am Jeff's supervisor at the Papers Inc, where Jeff was currently working part...Read More »
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37 of 69 | Posted by: Chris Sparrow - Corydon, IN
“im so sorry to hear about jeff's passing you all are in our thoughts and prayers.if you need anything im just a phone call away.
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38 of 69 | Posted by: glenda"peewe" and mickey elkins - KY
“May God Bless your family at these trying times. Jeff will be missed by everyone who knew him. He was a very caring and sweet person. I knew him all...Read More »
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39 of 69 | Posted by: Billy & Christie Chambers Starks
“Deanna and JD...I am so sorry for your loss. Jeff was a great guy. You never saw him without a smile on his face. He will truly be missed. God bless...Read More »
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40 of 69 | Posted by: Robin Dunigan - Benton, KY
“Jeff and I were in choir together many years ago. He had a lovely voice and I will always remember his dedication and enthusiasm for singing. One...Read More »
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41 of 69 | Posted by: Michelle Durpetti (Chism)
“I never saw Jeff that he didn't have a smile and have a kind word to say! He was truly a wonderful person with a terrific voice. Just know that I am...Read More »
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42 of 69 | Posted by: Kristi Driver Raleigh - Benton, KY
“Our prays are with you and the girls.Please let us know if you need anything.
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43 of 69 | Posted by: Jimmy,Debbie,Kandace Riley - KY
“My prayers are with all of you. Jeff was a wonderful person and his legacy will be remembered joyfully. Anyone that knew him will always remember...Read More »
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44 of 69 | Posted by: Cathy Hopkins - Hardin, KY
“My memories of Jeff are all from our choir class. He had the best tenor voice that I have ever heard. He was very talented. He always made everyone...Read More »
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45 of 69 | Posted by: Dawn L. Potter - Calvert City, KY
“We were so sorry to hear about Jeff, he was an awsome man and everyone who knew him was blessed. He always had a smile and a kind word for everyone....Read More »
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46 of 69 | Posted by: Michael and Kelly Whitley - KY
“I am truly sad for your lost. Jeff was a wonderful friend, I attended Marshall county high with him. He always had so many positive things to say...Read More »
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47 of 69 | Posted by: Flower Star Hanson (Glez. Glez. Rubio) - KY
“Deanna,Bethany,Brittany.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.Jeff will be missed by all.We love you.God loves you too and will help you through this.
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48 of 69 | Posted by: Ronnie and Elaine Schroader
“I am so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. I worked with him at Mattel. He was a very caring man. He was so fun to be around. He loved God and his...Read More »
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49 of 69 | Posted by: Evonne Young - Benton, KY
“I have known Jeff for a long time. He was always so friendly and happy. He made me laugh. He had a wonderful voice and I am sure he is singing in the...Read More »
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50 of 69 | Posted by: Roni Driver Harrison - Benton, KY
“I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband and father. Sometimes it seems he takes the best of us too early. My prayers are with your family.
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51 of 69 | Posted by: Kelly Riley McLean - Benton, KY
“We are so sorry to hear about Jeff passing. He was a great guy. Every time I saw him he always made me smile. I feel it was an honor to have known...Read More »
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52 of 69 | Posted by: Michele, Taylor and Payton Johnston
“I have known Jeff all my life and I don't ever remember seeing him unhappy. He was truly a gift from God to everyone who knew him.He will be greatly...Read More »
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53 of 69 | Posted by: Donna Rayburn Nelson - Benton, KY
“My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of loss. Jeff was a classmate and childhood friend. He was an amazing person with a wonderful,...Read More »
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54 of 69 | Posted by: Diane Howe Robirds - St. Louis, MO
“I am so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. I went to school with him from elementary through high school. He had a beautiful voice. My thoughts and...Read More »
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55 of 69 | Posted by: Amy Lovett Futrell - Murray, KY
“From Kindergarten on, Jeff made people around him laugh. He always had a quick smile, and gentle nature, and a precious heart. My heartfelt...Read More »
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56 of 69 | Posted by: Dee Dee (McGregor) Andersson - KY
“I worked with Jeff at Fisher Price for years and on our line he used to sing the entire shift, so chipper all the time. He was certainly a happy man,...Read More »
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57 of 69 | Posted by: Laura Stevenson - Calvert City , KY
“Deanne, Bethany & Brittney
We are sorry for your loss.
Losing someone is never easy but remember he's in a better place. Our thoughts and prayers...Read More »
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58 of 69 | Posted by: Robert, Rhondia,Matt & Cortnee - KY
“Bethany we are very sorry for your loss and if you need anything you got my number. We are here for you and your family. Your in our thoughts and...Read More »
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59 of 69 | Posted by: Chandley Siress and Haley Walters - KY
“Deanna & kids--Jeff was a great man and will be deeply missed. I grew up with Jeff and we were the best of friends..May God be with you in your...Read More »
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60 of 69 | Posted by: Jeannie Brinkley Mitchell
“DEE AND GIRLS,WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS JEFF WAS A GREAT MAN AND WILL BE MISSED GREATLY.OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU IN THIS TERRIBLE...Read More »
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61 of 69 | Posted by: KIM,MANDY,BRITT,CODY NOLES - KY
“Dee, Bethany and Brittany, I am so very sorry for such a great loss. Jeff was a wonderful man a good Christian man, he will be greatly missed. I am...Read More »
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62 of 69 | Posted by: Cindy Stroup - Benton, KY
“To Jeff's family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Jeff and I were in High School choir together. He made everyone that he sang with better. He...Read More »
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63 of 69 | Posted by: Shane Morton - Los Angeles, CA
“Dee, Bethany&Britt
Brother Jeff was a great man and will be missed by many, If there any thing we can do please let us know.Love in Christ Randy...Read More »
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64 of 69 | Posted by: Debbie York
“Bethany, I am so sorry to hear about your dad passing away. Keep your faith in the Lord and always lean on Him, believe me, I know the Lord will pull...Read More »
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65 of 69 | Posted by: Madonna Edwards - Benton, KY
“Mr. Jeffery Wade Morehead was possibly the greatest father, husband, preacher, singer, etc...ever! I would have to say I have had an amazing 18 yrs....Read More »
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66 of 69 | Posted by: Bethany Morehead - Hardin, KY
“Bethany & Brittany you and your family are in the prayers of all the youth here at Walnut Street. We know you are going through a hard time right...Read More »
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67 of 69 | Posted by: Walnut Street Baptist Church Youth - KY
“Bethany and Brittany, we are so sorry about your father. There is nothing that we can say to make it better, but just know that we are praying for...Read More »
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68 of 69 | Posted by: Joshua & Deidra Hodges - Benton, KY
“Jd and Carla I am so sorry for your loss. We are here for you please call if there is anything we can do. Thinking of you.
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69 of 69 | Posted by: Sass and Steve Ray - Palmersville, TN
Please click on the following link to view the video tribute: http://memorial.yourtribute.com/jefferymorehead/video.aspx?mode=view&videoType=videotribute&videoId=29395
Jeffery Morehead, age 39, of Hardin, KY, died Monday, November 16, 2009, at Marshall Co. Hospital in Benton, KY. He was the pastor of Lighthouse Baptist Church in Benton, KY and an insurance agent for Monumental Insurance Company. He was also a former member of the Marshall County High School Choir.
He was the son of the late Jerry Morehead Sr. and the late Patricia (Newcomb) Morehead.
He is also survived by his wife: Deanne Morehead; two daughters: Bethany Morehead, Hardin, KY, Brittany Morehead, Hardin, KY, and one brother: J.D. Morehead, Hardin, KY.
Arrangements are being handled by Collier Funeral Home, P.O. Box 492, Benton, KY. Funeral service will be at Collier Funeral Chapel at 11:00 AM, Thursday, November 19, 2009, Bro. Joel Frizzell officiating. Interment will be at Lighthouse Baptist Church Cemetery, Benton, KY. Friends may call the funeral home betweent the hours of 5:00 and 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
Funeral Service
November 19, 2009
11:00 AM
Collier Funeral Chapel
211 West 5th St.
Benton, KY 42025
Visitation
November 18, 2009
5:00 PM
to 8:00 PM
Collier Funeral Home
211 West 5th St.
Benton, KY 42025
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