Hector M. Morillo was born on December 7, 1951 in Caguas, Puerto Rico and passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on Saturday, November 30, 2024. Hector was a man of remarkable intellect and humor, known for his sharp wit and infectious laughter that could make anybody smile.
Hector was loved immensely by his daughters who were the center of his world. He installed his love of reading, learning and music to both. His fight against his recent illness was nothing short of heroic, embodying the strength and resilience that defined his character. Hector will be deeply missed but forever remembered for his love, his laughter and profound impact he had on those fortunate enough to know him.
Hector was preceded in death by his mother, Paula Danley. He is survived by his daughters, Carmen Hickman and husband Chris and Alisa Morillo and partner Brock Milford, three grandchildren; Jessica Hickman, Madison A len and husband, Garrett and Jerrett Hickman and wife, Mackenzie, three great-grandchildren; Hayden, Hudson and Oakley who were the lights of his life. He is also survived by his lifelong friends, Henry & Patty Homan and family.
Memorial Service will be at 11:00 AM Saturday at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Memorials are suggested to St Jude Children’s Hospital or Cancer Center of Kansas Dodge City Chapter and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, P.O. Box 347,Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.
