Obituary of Rudolph Pierpont Morgan

Rudolph Pierpont Morgan    

Rudolph Pierpont Morgan was called home to God on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at RML Specialty Hospital in Hinsdale. He was born in Chicago on August 18, 1939, the son of the late Theodore L. and Luemma (Tramble) Morgan. Rudolph
graduated from Wendell Phillips High School, where he excelled in track & field, and attended Tennessee State University. Rudolph was a member of the Illinois
High School Association, holding many records and acquiring a countless number of trophies in track and field, specializing in the 880 yard run as well as being the anchor of the mile relay team.  Those trophies are still displayed in the trophy case at his high school.

Rudolph retired after 40 years of dedicated work as a mail handler at the United States Post Office.

In his free time, Rudolph loved sitting the garage listening to his music in its original format, whether it was reel to reel, vinyl, or 8 track.  He also loved spending time with his family attending events, talking about the good old days, and watching Western and any sporting event.

Rudolph is survived by his children, Redona Elin Morgan, DeMeral Morgan, and Shamon Morgan; one nephew and two grandchildren that he raised as his own, Garlan (Sylvia) Dixon, A’bran (LaTanya) Morgan and Indra Morgan; as well as a host of additional grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He is preceded by his loving wife of 60 years, Sharon Elaine (nee Simmons) Morgan; son, Aaron Gregory Morgan; his parents; and his grandson, Pierre Lee Williams;

Visitation for Rudolph Pierpont Morgan will be held on Friday, February 9, 2024, at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Rd. (at Essington Rd.), Joliet, IL, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. and will resume on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m.  As it was his request, cremation rites will be accorded following the services.

For more information, please call 815-741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com where you can share a favorite memory or leave an online condolence.