John B. Morton Jr., 48, of Fredericksburg, died Saturday, September 29, 2012 in an airplane crash in Spotsylvania County beside his son Kyle John Morton.
John had previously worked for United Airlines at Reagan National Airport for 14 years. He was currently employed by the FBI at Quantico. John held a master’s degree in computer information systems. He had an avid interest in aviation.
Survivors include his wife Kristy Morton; daughter Adriane Morton; mother Catherine Morton of Columbia, SC; sister Linda Morton of TN; in-laws Marge and Oliver Parson of Fredericksburg; sister-in-law Mindy Ball of Fredericksburg; brother-in-law Greg Parson of UT; six nieces; and one nephew.
A funeral service will be held at 10am, Friday, October 5 at the Fredericksburg Expo Center. Interment will follow in Lakewood Cemetery, Bowling Green.
Memorials may be made in his name to the Morton Family Memorial Fund, at any PNC Bank.
Online guest book at covenantfuneralservice.com.
Kristy and Adriane and Family
We were so sad to hear of John and Kyle’s sudden passing. Our hearts are heavy and sad at this news. We trust that your memories of them both and your belief and trust in the God of all Comfort, can somehow bring you both peace in this time of sorrow! Please know you both are in our thoughts and prayers and if there is anything at all that you need please do not hesitate to contact us.
Much Love,
From a Brother in Christ
Steven Clements
Kristy and Adriane and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of John and Kyle. It’s hard to find the right words that can begin to comfort a Wife, Mother, Daughter and Sister in such a time. Though no words could ever ease the pain you all feel there now, please know our thoughts and prayers are with you both.Please do not hesitate to contact us if there is anything that you need!
Love in Christ,
Virginia Clements
Dear Kristi, Adriane, Catherine, and Oliver and Marge,
My heartfelt sympathy to all of you. There are no words that can comfort you, but may you know God’s comfort and help these days.
Our sincere sympathy to all your family. We keep you close in heart and prayer. May God draw near and bring you peace and comfort.
To all: What can one possibly say that can express the feelings of the heart at a time like this? We mourn with you – not for John and Kyle, but for you – the ones left to bear the anguish. We pray that you will find comfort in the the Hope that you shared and the memories you can all share together, knowing that our Heavenly Father will walk with you down this road.
My Most Sincerel Condolences To The Family, And Catherine Morton.
My deepest sympathy and most sincere condolences.
Our hearts go out to you at this time of deepest sorrow and we send our condolences and sympathy.
We mourn the loss so much; no words can express the depth of our heartfelt sympathy during this tragic experience. The family has tremendous support and we will be with you in prayers on Friday and the days to follow as we have been this week. May God be with you every hour.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. It is so comforting to know that the God of all comfort has promised to draw close to you in your loss.
During this tragic heart-breaking time may you all receive comfort from God as you are held in the hollow of his hand
Very vivid memories are afresh to me, from time spent in your home in March. Difficult to grasp the recent news and great loss. So thankful for the Presence of the Eternal One who was part of your home when you were altogether is still the One that will be with you, bringing the Greatest Comfort. No words can’t express the feelings, thoughts that are with you from all over the earth, from those of us that are brothers and sisters in Christ.
So sorry to hear of John and Kyles passing… John and I were close friends from an early age of around 6yrs old through highschool. We kept in touch sporadically after that. John was one of the most honorable people I’ve known throughout my life. His attributes are numerous and he was a Great Friend…one you could count on. He will be missed but not forgotten by me or anyone’s lives he touched.
Our hearts are broken. Words cannot express the sorrow we feel. We love you and have wonderful memories of times spent with you. Bill and Martha Bodie
Our hearts are crying!!! We will miss John so much but so thankful for that last visit at Cassatt this year. It will always mean a lot to us. He is now safe!! We love all this family!!!
Kristi, Adriane, and family – our hearts are with you during this time of earthly sorrow. We have not met in person but my parents were at Knoxville when Adriane received the news. Hold to each other and most importantly, hold to our Beloved Father for His loving comfort. Much love and prayer from the Tennessee friends.
Kristy, while words seem so trite and inadequate at a time like this, we are thankful for the God of all comfort. May His presence be very near you and Adriane. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
God’s family mourns with you. May the Father’s comfort come to you quickly and bring you to that day when our Master returns and makes God’s family whole again. None of our words can express enough but just to know that His love will never fail. Sisters in Christ. Charlottesville
So deeply sorry to hear of the sudden loss of John and Kyle. Please know your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. If we can help in any way, please let us know.
Kristy.. my heart just breaks for you and your entire family. I pray God will lift you all up during this oh so difficult time. I’m so very sorry for your loss…
Catherine, Kristy, Adriane, Linda and girls, just wanted to let you know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. It was such a privilege to be at Cassatt this year and see Catherine and John. It had been about 10 years since we visited your home in VA. Kyle and Adriane were just little tots. Words cannot express the sadness we feel at this time for all of you, but we are so very thankful for the comfort that comes from above. Our hearts are with you. Love, James, Brenda, Carlana, Cara, Caryn, Carissa and Tyler
Dear Kristy,Adriane and Family
We were shocked to hear of the tragic accident and we share the pain and sorrow in your loss of John and Kyle.
It is hard to find words to comfort you in this sad time.
Please know that we are here for you.
We will never forget.
Our deepest Sympathy
Love
Steve,Conny,Brandon and Ryan Keirn
Dear Kristy and Adriene,
When I heard this tragic news, my mind refused to comprehend it. Then it was flooded with many memories of time spent in your home and the warm welcome there! May there be such a warm welcome awaiting us all from our wonderfully kind Father in Heaven. Words can’t express how my heart goes out to you. But may you know our Father’s love and comfort as He wraps His arms around you.
Kristy and Adriane,
We are so deeply sorry for the loss of John and Kyle. Our prayers and deepest sympathies go out to you and your family during this terribly painful time. May the peace of God be with you all.
Tammi, Nicholas and Alyssa
Our sincere sympathy. Ralph & Jean Kuck
Dear friends, the service today was a comfort to us all. Thank you for arranging it in a place where all could attend. The silent respect was so moving, and an affirmation of how loved John and Kyle were. May you know grace in the difficult days ahead.
There just are no words to tell you how sorry I am for your profound loss of John and Kyle.
Dear family of John and Kyle,
I didn’t meet you folks when I was in VA for Special mtgs the same time that Teresa Sullivan was there. It is hard to grasp the loss of two people so young. I often remember the hymn #54 “There is no place where earth’s sorrows are more felt than up in heaven”. We are so thankful for how close heaven feels when loved ones leave us. Your sorrow is felt in the family of God in Oregon.
Love and care, Linda
Our hearts are aching with you…the funeral was so very special…so quiet and respectful..we are so very, very sorry….
Dear Kristy, Adriane & Family
It is so sad to hear of John and your son Kyle’s early departure of sharing your life’s together. I worked with John at Washington National Airport. We had some real good time’s. We were a close group of working men that shared the same interest. All of our hearts are sorrowed for you and the rest of the family. Our deepest sympathy for all. My the lord reach out and touch your hearts and comfort you. God Bless.
Kristy and Adriane,
We are shocked and very sorry for the loss of John and Kyle. You are all in our prayers.
Craig and Rose
Dear Morton family, please accept my condolences on the loss or your loved ones. Know that God will be with you and carry you through this sad period. God bless you
J.A. Spencer, retired FBI employee
Dear Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.