Billie Colleen Morse went home to be with the Lord on March 1, 2026, she had been living at Lacoba  Homes in Monett, Missouri. She passed away peacefully in her sleep.

Billie was born July 24, 1933, in Rich Hill, Missouri. She was the youngest of four children born to Henry and Velma (Cochran) Wear. According to writings of her mother, the family nick named Billie "Doodles" because she was so tiny and cute.

Billie worked for Stonecroft Ministries in Kansas City, later she worked for Seniors Helping Seniors, caring for the elderly. She also taught Sunday school via telephone to those who were confined at home and volunteered at the Life Center.

Billie was a member of First Baptist Church in Cassville, Missouri.

Billie was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Henry Wear Jr, Leon Wear, and sister Kathleen Hilburn.

She is survived by her son Daniel Morse of Lebanon, Missouri, Daughter Linda Little of Chicago, Illinois; granddaughter Jessica Morse of Sedalia, Missouri; and great grandson Alonzo Miranda of Sedalia, Missouri.

A celebration of Life will be held Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 2:00 pm with Pastor James Weaver officiating.

Arrangements are under the direction of White Funeral Home and Crematory.