Jeffrey Darrell Morton

Jeffrey Darrell Morton, 58, of Claremont, passed away peacefully at home with family by his side on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

Jeff was born April 28, 1967 in Albemarle, NC, to the late Jerry Miller Morton and the late Dorothy "Dot" Thompson Morton.

Jeff graduated from West Stanly High School in 1985. He built a respected career as a skilled granite countertop craftsman and took great pride in leading TarHeel Marble. He also enjoyed his time working with Graphix Design, especially the opportunities it gave him to travel. Jeff found joy in the simple things—cooking out on the grill, spending peaceful days by the river, and deer hunting. He and his best friend, Chad, shared many years coaching softball, creating lasting memories both on and off the field. A quiet man by nature, Jeff had an incredibly big heart. He deeply loved his children and grandchildren, and his love for Angela was unwavering. Above all, he cherished his role as a devoted fiancé, dad, paw paw, brother, and uncle. Jeff will be forever loved and greatly missed by all who knew him.

Survivors include fiancée, Angela Black of the home; daughter, Brinkley Morton of the home; Chelsea Morton of New London, NC; son Zachary Morton of New Salem, NC; brother, Rodney (Tammie) Morton of Hickory, NC; sister, Lynn (David) Blake of Gainesboro, TN; grandchildren, Brenton, Aloysia, Remington and Kinsleigh; nephew, Pastor Jerry Michael Morton; and niece, Amber Wilhoit.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Sunday, March 29, 2026 at Hartsell Funeral Home of Albemarle. Jeff will lie-in-state one hour prior to the service on Monday, March 30, 2026.  The service will begin at 11:00 am in the Hartsell Funeral Home Lefler Memorial Chapel in Albemarle, officiated by Pastor Jerry Michael Morton. Burial will follow at the Smith Grove Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery, Oakboro.

The Morton family would like to express their sincerest thanks for the love and care Angela and Amber gave him.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Gentiva Hospice, 1308 Davie Ave, Statesville, NC 28677; https://www.gentivahs.com/.

Hartsell Funeral Home of Albemarle is serving the Morton family.