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Lee Roy Morton, 66, passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2024, in Libby, MT. He was born on February 17, 1958, in Seward, AK, to Huston and Carol (Bricker) Morton. He was married to Tami but later separated. They had a daughter, Amie.
Lee enjoyed looking for old bottles, camping, fishing, being in the wilderness, and loved rock and roll music. He lived for many years in a teepee in the mountains and enjoyed every minute of it. He was always very inviting and had a great sense of humor. Lee loved to play Yahtzee and cribbage with his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Huston and Carol Morton; brother, Gary Morton; sisters, June Pomerinkey, Sharron Rhea, and Leona Tarbert. Lee is survived by his daughter, Amie Morton; girlfriend, Jeanette Kortte; grandchildren, Selena Shriner and Bridgett Thrailkill; aunts, Judy Morton and Sharon McTurff; niece, Megan Morton; nephew, Camerson Morton; and other various nieces, nephews, and cousins. Lee loved his daughter and family dearly. They loved him back and he will be greatly missed.
A memorial service will be held for Lee on Monday, June 9, 2025, 1:00 p.m., at Schnackenberg Funeral Home; 422 West 2nd Street; Libby, MT. Following the service there will inurnment at the City of Libby Cemetery and then potluck at the Venture Inn in Libby. Arrangements are under the care of Schnackenberg Funeral Home of Libby, MT. Online condolences and memories can be shared by visiting www.schnackenbergfh.com.
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