Luster Garfield Morris

Luster G. Morris, 82 years old, of Upper Marlboro, MD was called home by the LORD on November 26, 2019 after suffering with Parkinsons Disease for 9 years. Luster was born December 15, 1936 to the late Roy E. Morris and Ruth L. Carter Morris in Coleman Falls, Bedford County, Virginia. Luster was the youngest of 3 boys born to this union. His 2 older brothers, the late Eldred E. Morris (1980) and the late Harry E. Morris (1956), preceded him in death. Luster grew up in the country where he attended Bedford County Training Schools through the 11th grade. He then attended the newly opened Susie G. Gibson High School in 1954 and was one of 43 students comprising the 1st graduating class of 1955. As a young man, Luster was baptized at the Antioch Baptist Church in Coleman Falls, Virginia and was a faithful member who participated in many church activities. Upon his relocation to Washington D.C. after graduation, Luster would later join and sing in the Choir at the Second St. Paul Baptist Church and the Mount Olive Baptist Church in Washington, D.C. Luster relocated to Washington, D.C. after graduating from high school. He would meet and marry the former Gladys Marie Wood in 1957. This union produced 3 children: Donald, Harry and Jackie Marie. The marriage ended in divorce in 1979. He would marry again in 1981 after meeting the former Eddye Jean Lightfoot Glover. He gained 2 step-daughters from this union: Andrea Womack-Searcy and the late Jacqueline Glover. Luster and Jean were inseparable as shown by their slogan "Together Forever" until Jean was called to her glorified home in 2018. Luster was employed by the Central Intelligence Agency for 35 years. He started his career in 1956 in the Photographic Intelligence Center (PIC) at the Stewart Building. In 1961, the PIC changed its name to the National Photographic Interpretation Center (NPIC) and moved to the Legendary Building 213. Luster was a Printing and Publication Assistant. A year later in 1962, he moved to the Photo Lab to become the Control Unit Supervisor. In 1971, he became Chief of the Reports Services within the Publication Branch. In 1974, Luster needed a new challenge and became involved in electronics and equipment maintenance. He became an expert in the repair of electronic equipment. In 1979 he became Chief of the Automated Composition Branch. This position brought him a dual role of management responsibilities and equipment specialist. The Composition Branch was transferred into the Print Shop by 1964. Luster developed an extensive network and knew how to get things done and is truly an NPIC legend as he is a member of the Thirty-Plus Club. He received numerous awards and promotions for his unwavering and faithful performance during his career. He retired from NPIC in 1991. Luster also worked part-time at Sears in the automotive department as a salesman while working at the CIA. He quickly established his ability to sell by using his natural ability to communicate and relate to others. Luster was always the top selling salesman even though he was a part-time employee. He garnered numerous more awards for his sales ability and knowledge in the automotive field. Luster enjoyed sports as a young man. He played basketball and baseball. Luster played in the NPIC softball leagues and played flag football on Sundays with the fellas from Sears. He would often brag about his sons and occasionally would bring them with him to play football. The father and sons teamwork made for a winning combination. Luster also liked to play pool, ping pong, fishing, bowling and was fond of playing the guitar. He also liked working on cars and loved to build things around the house. He was passionate about his yard work which received many accolades. Luster was also a die-hard Dallas Cowboys fan. He loved watching many different types of sports on TV. Luster was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He leaves to rejoice in his memory 2 sons: Donald I. Morris (Linda) of Upper Marlboro, MD and Harry E. Morris (Lucretia) of Bowie, MD; 2 daughters: Jackie Marie of Dallas, TX and Andrea Womack-Searcy (David) of Cleveland, OH; 12 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren; 1 brother-in-law: Jerome Lightfoot; and a host of other relatives and friends. Since the departure of his wife Jean for her heavenly home in 2018, Luster has lived with his son, Donald, in Upper Marlboro, MD. He was well cared for, protected, and given the best of everything as he battled Parkinson's Disease. Luster's great smile and winning personality will be sorely missed. He was a man of great integrity, principle, faith and love. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Luster Garfield Morris please visit our Sympathy Store.