Edythe Mary Morris

Edythe Mary Morris, 93, of Quakertown, PA, died on May 22nd, 2025, at Pheobe Richland Nursing Home. Born in Wellsboro, PA, Edythe was the daughter of the late Ralph Shelly and the late Hazel (Hampton) Shelly. Edythe was married to Cecil Morris, together they shared 30 loving years of marriage.

Edythe attended Wellsboro High School and graduated in 1950. She began working at Philco Ford located in Wellsboro. She then began cleaning houses privately for many years. Edythe also worked at Kohls for fifteen years where she eventually retired from. Her passion for life extended well beyond her professional endeavors, in her free time, Edythe enjoyed cooking and baking, puzzles, and watching her favorite sports teams, the Eagles and Phillies.

Earlier in her life, Edythe moved out of Tioga County to Solebury Township, in New Hope, when she was in her mid-30s. She always had a special place in her heart for her cats. Edythe was happiest when she was working and staying busy. Above all else, she loved her family deeply and cherished the time spent with them.

Edythe will be dearly missed by her children, Megan Hummel, Perry Gorg, Shawn Gorg, Lisa Campbell, and Anthony Morris; her many grandchildren; her great-grandchildren; along with her extended family members and friends. In addition to her parents and husband, Edythe was predeceased by her daughter, Leslie Stech and her brother, Robert Shelly.

A celebration of life will be held for Edythe at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Edythe’s name to the Bucks SPCA.

All arrangements are made by Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, Ltd. 135 W. Pumping Station Road, Quakertown, PA 18951. (215-536-3343)