Michael A. Morey Sr., of Kendrick, passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer, with his family by his side.
Michael was born July 15, 1944, to Kathlyn (Kent) Morey and Walton (Newt) Morey in Moscow. As a child, Mike grew up on Big Bear Ridge with his mother and father until the passing of his father in 1956. Later in his childhood, he moved to Kendrick where he later attended and graduated from Kendrick High School. Growing up, Mike had a love for fast cars, outdoor activities and his local FFA chapter that he helped to charter. After receiving his high school diploma he worked many different agriculture and construction jobs to later land and retire after 35 years of truck driving. His career helped him build a love for Mack Trucks and his employer, George F. Brocke and Sons.
On Sept. 5, 1970, he married the love of his life, Keydren Larson Morey in Juliaetta. On April 14, 1971, they had their only son, their pride and joy, Michael A Morey Jr. Mike was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Kay Morey; his son, Mike Morey Jr.; his two grandchildren, Jesse Teal (and wife Amanda Teal) and Cassie Morey; and his two great-grandaughters, Eleanor and Eira Teal. Mike was predeceased by his father, Newt Morey; his mother, Kathlyn Morey; and his brother, Pat Morey.
As per Mike’s request, we will celebrate his life and allow him to buy everyone one last Keystone or Coors Light from 5-8 p.m. Saturday, May 4, at the Blackberry (Bottoms Up), 309 Main St., Juliaetta. His ashes will be laid to rest at the Wildrose Cemetery in Kendrick, with a private family celebration afterward.
