Sissie Elizabeth Morgan
Sissie Elizabeth “Lizzy” Morgan, 88, of Appomattox, Virginia peacefully entered eternal rest on October 14, 2025, at Lynchburg General Hospital surrounded by her faithful family.
Born on April 12, 1937, in Gladstone, Virginia, to the late Delaware and Fannie Johnson, Lizzy lived a long and blessed life rooted in love, faith, and quiet strength. She spent most of her years in Appomattox, Virginia, where her home overflowed with love, laughter, and the gentle peace of her presence.
Lizzy was a devoted woman of faith. She was a lifelong member of Second Mineral Springs Baptist Church, and in later years, she lovingly worshipped alongside her daughters and granddaughter at Canaan Baptist Church. Her faith was steadfast, and she lived each day with gratitude, always trusting in God’s goodness. Regardless of what was going on in her life or the world, she did not complain.
Lizzy was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 43 years, Nelson Morgan, Jr.; her parents; two brothers, Lewis Johnson and Earnest Johnson; three sisters, Annette Johnson, Elsie Johnson, and Betty Kidd; and her dear father- and mother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Morgan, Sr.
Those left to cherish her memory are her devoted daughters, Mary Ann Robinson and Norma Jean Fabian; and her cherished granddaughter, Whitney Nicole Robinson ~ the absolute treasure of her heart. From the day Mary Ann brought her home, Lizzy always smiled the brightest when Whitney was either sitting on her lap or on the arm of her chair right next to her. She is also
survived by her loving sisters, Lorraine Johnson, Miranda Brown, Estelle Robertson, and Mary Frances Staples; one sister-in-law, Ella F. Ferguson; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends who will deeply miss her.
Known affectionately as “Lizzy”, she was a woman whose heart was as beautiful as the flowers she loved to grow. Her home was always open and welcoming, filled with warmth, laughter, and the sweet fragrance of her blooms. She had a remarkable green thumb and could grow anything—and she shared her flowers generously, a simple reflection of the kindness she showed to everyone around her. Lizzy was also known for her delicious cold oven pound cake. All the cousins couldn’t wait to get “down the road” to Lizzy’s.
To know Lizzy was to be blessed by her gentle smile, her generosity, and her quiet wisdom.
“She made the world more beautiful—one flower, one smile, and one act of kindness at a time.”
A Celebration of her life will be held at 1:00 p.m. at Bruce and Stiff Funeral Home. The only public viewing will be held from 12 noon until time of service at 1:00 p.m.
