Jeffery Allen Morlen, otherwise known as "Cletis", 52, of Marshfield passed away January 28, 2016, at Mercy Hospital, Springfield. Jeff was born January 22, 1964, in Springfield, to Donald and Barbara Morlen. He was the oldest of four children and a graduate of Glendale High School.

Jeff met his wife, Tina, in the winter of 1983. After almost a year of dating, they married on June 22, 1984. They were blessed to have 31 years of marriage and two sons, Brandon and Mathew. During his lifetime, Jeff enjoyed spending time with his sons and grandsons, Caden and Carter. He loved taking fishing and camping trips with his family and friends and enjoyed deer season in the fall. He was a skilled welder and automotive technician by trade. Jeff will always be remembered for his humor and the love he had for his family and friends.

Jeff was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Billy; and sister, Teresa.

He is survived by his wife, Tina; and son and daughter-in-law Mathew and Ali Morlen and son, Brandon; grandsons, Caden and Carter; and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held from 5-7 PM, Thursday, February 25, 2016, Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services, 2026 W Woodland St, Springfield. Graveside services will be held at 2PM, Friday, February 26, 2016, in the Brookline Cemetery, Brookline, MO.