Gregory “Rocky” Morse, 74 of Valparaiso, IN, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, November 9, 2025. He was born May 15, 1951, in Michigan City, IN, to the late Carl James Morse and Dolores Martha (Saya) Morse. Greg graduated from Elston High School in Michigan City in 1969. He went on to a career in the shoe business as Regional Manager with Shoe Carnival. Greg was very well respected in his career and mentored many who credit him with their success. He attended First United Methodist Church of Valparaiso, enjoyed traveling with his wife and their best friends, Jack and Jill, and cheering for the Chicago Cubs, Bears, and Bulls. Greg also loved spending time with his family, especially his beloved grandchildren. He was a man who believed that if you were going to do something, you should do your best. Greg will be remembered as a great man, and a loyal friend with a poet’s heart. He will be deeply missed.
On March 6, 1971, in Michigan City, Greg married the love of his life, Martha Newby, who survives, along with their children: Jessica (Brant) Moustis of Valparaiso, and Jeremy (Catherine) Morse of Ann Arbor, MI; 6 grandchildren: Zachary, Luke, and Amelia Moustis, and Frederick, Theodore, and Gideon Morse; siblings: Carla Yoder, and James (Sally) Morse; and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his brother, Alan (Joyce) Morse; and brother-in-law, Robert Yoder.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Moeller Funeral Home, 104 Roosevelt Rd., Valparaiso. The memorial service will begin on Thursday at 10:00 a.m. at First United Methodist Church of Valparaiso, 103 Franklin St., Valparaiso, with additional visitation beginning at 9:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Greg’s name to the First United Methodist Church of Valparaiso or VNA Hospice NWI.
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From our family to yours, we cannot tell you how much we are going to miss Greg. He was truly an incredible person that we feel honored to have known. -Bill and Linda Moustis
Dear Martha and family, We are sorry for your loss! Greg was the best of neighbors, always going beyond what was expected to truly help his neighbors. His brilliant smile and engaging conversation will be missed by us all. If there’s anything we can do to help, please let us know. -Chris and Drew Cope
I am so sorry for your loss. Greg was a gem of a man: kind, hospitable, hardworking and funny. I will miss the Thanksgivings in Indiana. -Leo J. Gibson
Martha and family, sending heartfelt sympathy your way. I worked for Greg both at Payless and Shoe Carnival. He was a very special man. I will always have a special place in my heart for him. May God hold you and your family close and soothe your souls. -Hazel Benedict
Dear Martha and family, we are so sorry for your loss. I know that you have a close family, and that Greg was dedicated to all of you. We know that God will comfort and give you peace during this time of loss and grief. Our prayers go with you. -Jeffery & Wendi Jeffers
I was hired by Greg in 1998. Although he was 10 years older than me, I always consider having a father figure in my life. My love goes out to his entire family. He truly was a great man. He was a teacher, a trainer and an admired individual. God bless you, Greg you saved my career. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you. -Timothy Nale
Our sympathies and prayers Thankful Greg will always be a part of our lives and memories. -Ann/Joe Foley
To Martha and the entire family. I send a heartfelt condolence to you and family. I'm extremely sorry for the loss of a great man. It has been a pleasure working for him.. I contribute my success as a store manager to Greg. I will truly miss him. Rest on Greg, we love you but our Lord and savior loved him more Martha and family be strengthen in this moment of loss. -Dee Dolton
