George Q. Morris
1874–1962 (88 years)
Hometown: Salt Lake City, Utah
Biography
George Q. Morris was an apostle from 1954 until his death in 1962. Named after George Q. Cannon, he served in church leadership throughout his adult life.
Morris was general superintendent of the Young Men’s Mutual Improvement Association before his apostolic call. His eight years as an apostle came late in life.
He represents the many apostles who devoted their entire careers to church service before receiving the apostolic calling.
Served Under
Church presidents during this leader's apostolic service:
Wives (2)
George Q. Morris was a polygamist with 2 wives. Note these are simultaneous marriages — married to multiple living spouses at the same time.
2 wives · Lifespan: 1874–1962
3 children from 1 wives · Lifespan: 1874–1962
2 wives · Ages at marriage
| # | Name | Born | Died | Married | Her Age | His Age | Age Diff | Children |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sep 26, 1877 | Jun 2, 1962 | Jun 29, 1905 | 27 | 31 | 4 | 3 | |
| 2 | Jul 22, 1878 | Jun 20, 1964 | Jun 29, 1905 | 26 | 31 | 5 | 3 |
Children (6)
With Emma Ramona Wilkins (3 children)
With
Emily Marion Ramsey
(3 children)
- Marion Ramsey Morris (b. Jan 1, 1906)
- Margery Ramsey Morris (b. Jan 1, 1910)
- Helen Ramsey Morris (b. Jan 1, 1914)