1952 - 2026
Bruce Edward Morlock, age 73, of Crossville, IL passed away January 1, 2026 at his home. He was born August 1, 1952 in Evansville, IN to the late, Jack and Ruth (Walker) Morlock.
Bruce was a 1970 graduate of North Posey High School. He farmed for many years and owned and operated Bruce Morlock Custom Lumber from 1993 until retiring in 2020. He also served on the Village Board in Crossville, Illinois.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Steve and Brian Morlock.
Bruce is survived by his wife of 27 years, Sherrie (Westfall) Morlock; daughter, Shelly Morlock; grandchildren, Peyton Bromm (Evan) and Reaghan Nelson; nieces, Melissa Perkins (Caleb) and Angela Morlock (Ryan Maroni); nephew, Eric Morlock (Jacy); great-nieces and nephews, Landyn Jackson, Evalyn Perkins, Addie Morlock, Layton Morlock and Elliot on the way; uncle, Robert Walker (Doris Jean); and a special step-son, Isaiah Locher.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main St., Mt. Vernon, IN with Rev. Mike Trotter and Rev. Ron Fellows officiating and burial to follow in Bellefontaine Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm service time on Tuesday at the funeral home.
The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to his bonus daughter, Diana Reese for her compassion, kindness, and care shown to Bruce.
Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MS 21741.
Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com.
