Krecia Birdwell Morris was welcomed into the loving embrace of her heavenly Father Saturday, August 22, 2009, in Nacogdoches, Texas at the age of 52. She was born August 25, 1957. Krecia is survived by her parents, Willard and Juanita Birdwell of Nacogdoches; husband, Jon Morris of Nacogdoches; daughter, Kasey Van Norman and husband, Justin, of Nacogdoches; son, Blake Porter and wife, Suzanne of The Woodlands; daughter, Karly Porter of Nacogdoches; stepdaughter, Kasie Wellborn and husband, Eujene, of Beckville; stepson, Cory Morris and wife, Lorianne, of Beckville; brother, Kerry Birdwell of Nacogdoches. Krecia had eight grandchildren: Emma Grace and Lake Van Norman, Cash Porter, Kalie and Kiyah Wellborn, Cassie Elizondo and Avery and Major Morris. She was preceded in death by her previous husband, Virgil Pierce of Nacogdoches. Krecia was a fifth-generation resident of Nacogdoches. She was a graduate of Nacogdoches High School, Class of 1975. She was employed at Fredonia State Bank (now BancorpSouth) as new-account manager for 17 years. Krecia's first love was Jesus Christ, and her second love was spending time with her family. Krecia was a valiant prayer warrior and lover of the Word of God. She enjoyed reading the Scriptures and praying them over her friends and family. Krecia battled cancer for two years, continually praising God through every moment. She is quoted as saying, "If one person will come to know Christ, as a result of my illness, then it was well worth the battle." Visitation will be from 6 until 8 p.m. Monday, August 24, 2009, at Laird Funeral Home. Celebration service will be held at 11 a.m. at Holly Springs Baptist Church Tuesday, August 25, 2009, with Pastor Homer Murray officiating; graveside service to follow at Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in the name of Krecia Morris to the General Building Fund of Holly Springs Baptist Church, www.hsbc-tx.com or to the International Myeloma Foundation at www.myeloma.org. Laird Funeral Home.