Robert "Buddy" Morphis, 81, of Centerville, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Brookridge Cove Rehabilitation and Care Center. He was born January 31, 1945, in Russellville to Boyd Leon and Eileen Marie Gilmore Morphis.

Robert proudly served his country as a Lance Corporal in the United States Marine Corps. He was awarded the Marine Corps Sharpshooter Badge and the Purple Heart for his service during the Vietnam War.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, Steven Morphis and Kenneth Morphis, and a grandchild, Bryan Morphis.

He is survived by his wife, Judy Morphis; his children, Herbert Ray Morphis (Carol), Tina Morphis, and Katherine Newton (Robert); his brothers, Jerry Morphis (Aniela) and Glen Morphis (Janet); his sister, Judy Morell; and his grandchildren, Leah Newton, Logan Newton, Sarah Morphis, and Jonathon Morphis.

A graveside service with military honors will be held at a later date at Bowden Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to a charity of your choice.

Online guestbook and condolences available at www.shinnfuneral.com.