Aaron Daniel Morton, 48, of Springfield, left this earthly plane early on the morning of Thursday, April 5, 2018. He was born in Springfield, Missouri on August 6, 1969.

Aaron was a good man, husband, father, son and brother. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Kimberley and equally beloved daughter, Kylee. He is also survived by his dad, Tom, mother, Susan, siblings, Jennifer, Dale, Jessica, Kasee and spouses. Also surviving him are many nieces, nephews, cousins, uncles, aunts and lots of friends. He will be missed by all.

Aaron loved his family and friends. He enjoyed fishing for crappie, 4-wheeling, street rods, the KC Chiefs and Royals, movies (especially horror films) and the Redbird Roost at Hammons Field. He fished, hiked and explored caves with his dad during his youth.

Aaron worked hard and took care of his family. He enjoyed being out at the farm in Webster county on his 4-wheeler or mowing. The world is a lesser place without him. Godspeed, Aaron.

Memorial Donations may be made in Aaron's name to St. Jude Children's Hospital.

Family will receive relatives and friends on Monday April 9 ^th from 5-7pm at Klingner-Cope Family Funeral Home at White Chapel (5234 West State Hwy EE). A Funeral Mass  will take place on Tuesday April 10 ^th at 10:30 am at St. Agnes Cathedral (533 S Jefferson Ave, Springfield) with his burial to follow at White Chapel Memorial Gardens.