Terry Michael Morton

June 28, 1964 - October 19, 2024

Terry Michael Morton sadly passed away on October 19, 2024 after suffering a series of strokes.
He was born on June 28, 1964 in Winnemucca, Nevada to Beverly J. Upshaw and Robert C. Morton. 
He grew up in Winnemucca, Nevada and graduated from Albert M. Lowry High School in 1982.
He spent some time drilling oil in Wyoming and then joined the United States Navy for four years.
While enlisted he married Tina Straton. They had two children, Jessica and Daniel. 
After his service in the Navy, Terry moved to Salt Lake City, Utah and went back to school to become a licensed electrician.
During that time, Terry married Julie Wood. He worked for SnowBird Ski Resort in Utah for sixteen years.
Terry eventually moved back to Winnemucca when his health started to decline to be closer to his family and friends.
Terry enjoyed golf, pool and skiing. He also enjoyed visiting with his family and friends any chance he could get. 
Terry is survived by his son, Daniel Morton. His grandchildren, Aaliyah Morton and Amaryllis Morton.
His mother, Beverly Upshaw, Stepfather, Royse Upshaw and father, Robert Morton and stepmother, Cecily Ryan.
His brothers, Randy (Apryl) Morton, David Morton, Kory Morton.
His stepbrothers, Mark (Tonya) Upshaw, Rory Upshaw, Michael Upshaw, Scott Upshaw and his stepsister, Miki (Dale) Moon. As well as numerous nieces and nephews. 
He is preceded in death by his daughter, Jessica Morton. His brother, Ricky Morton and stepbrother, Curtis Upshaw.
His nephew, Chad Morton. And his grandparents, David and Edith Speegle and Glenn and Ida Morton. 
There are no services planned at this time. 
The family wishes to express sincere gratitude to the doctors, nurses, and hospital staff for their kindness and dedication in helping Terry while at Humboldt General Hospital.