Found Deceased CO - Suzanne Morphew, 49, Chaffee County, 10 May 2020 #63 *ARREST*

[Seattle1]

@Seattle1 if you can fact check me please. The wedding turned into a private event on Sunday- Mother’s Day, correct?

SM is a no show for this virtual wedding on Sunday? To me, it appeared her girls were not concerned about that, it was they couldn’t reach her for themselves. I was never under the impression everyone was freaking out Sunday because she no showed for a virtual wedding. Her own sister doesn’t even mention that. I don’t think the wedding is an investigation secret. IMO

The bridal couple posted a public clip of their "home wedding" on YT which begins with a view of the wedding invitation-- confirming the wedding date on Sunday, May 10, 2020.

I recall the ceremony was followed by a reception inside the garage/shop at the residence -- where a videographer(?) passed around a camera/microphone and guests made congratulatory statements to the couple. I would characterize the wedding as "informal."

I was always under the impression that SM was expected to make a toast at the wedding. I believe SM had known the bride her entire life, and I would not be surprised if SM was her godmother.

Based on SM's Twitter, I believe SM and the bride's mother were best friends. Personally, I think their communication leading up to SM's wedding no-show will be crucial in establishing the timeline of SM's demise.

MOO

ETA: The Indiana wedding date became an investigative issue after Andy M made comments (on PE or other) that later proved incorrect. I also recall AM stating SM was close to the groom's mom when it was actually the mother of the bride.

 

[K9Enzo]

The bridal couple posted a public clip of their "home wedding" on YT which begins with a view of the wedding invitation-- confirming the wedding date on Sunday, May 10, 2020.

I recall the ceremony was followed by a reception inside the garage/shop at the residence -- where a videographer(?) passed around a camera/microphone and guests made congratulatory statements to the couple. I would characterize the wedding as "informal."

I was always under the impression that SM was expected to make a toast at the wedding. I believe SM had known the bride her entire life, and I would not be surprised if SM was her godmother.

Based on SM's Twitter, I believe SM and the bride's mother were best friends. Personally, I think their communication leading up to SM's wedding no-show will be crucial in establishing the timeline of SM's demise.

MOO

Thank you. I knew you would set me straight on this

 

[K9Enzo]

The bridal couple posted a public clip of their "home wedding" on YT which begins with a view of the wedding invitation-- confirming the wedding date on Sunday, May 10, 2020.

I recall the ceremony was followed by a reception inside the garage/shop at the residence -- where a videographer(?) passed around a camera/microphone and guests made congratulatory statements to the couple. I would characterize the wedding as "informal."

I was always under the impression that SM was expected to make a toast at the wedding. I believe SM had known the bride her entire life, and I would not be surprised if SM was her godmother.

Based on SM's Twitter, I believe SM and the bride's mother were best friends. Personally, I think their communication leading up to SM's wedding no-show will be crucial in establishing the timeline of SM's demise.

MOO

ETA: The Indiana wedding date became an investigative issue after Andy M made comments (on PE or other) that later proved incorrect. I also recall AM stating SM was close to the groom's mom when it was actually the mother of the bride.

Do you recall after watching the home wedding video if SM was mentioned? Did anything stand out to you?

 

[Seattle1]

Do you recall after watching the home wedding video if SM was mentioned? Did anything stand out to you?

No, nothing like that. This was a short YT clip, like a thank you, that ended with an evening shot outside the garage releasing a paper lantern(?) in the dark.

The most important recall from viewing was the invitation with May 10, 2020 wedding date. (Up until then, I think most believed the wedding was on Saturday, and communication between SM and friend was abruptly terminated). MOO

ETA: I think they're called "Sky Lanterns."

 

[Momofthreeboys]

No, nothing like that. This was a short YT clip, like a thank you, that ended with an evening shot outside the garage releasing a paper lantern(?) in the dark.

The most important recall from viewing was the invitation with May 10, 2020 wedding date. (Up until then, I think most believed the wedding was on Saturday, and communication between SM and friend was abruptly terminated). MOO

ETA: I think they're called "Sky Lanterns."

Was there a question if the wedding was actually on Sunday? I guess I don't recall reading that it was thought to be on Saturday. If so, then it's good to know that the date is firm and her messaging with her friend was on Saturday at some time to be established - I know the time on Saturday has been all over the place depending on time zone which was never clear to me from any media interviews with people who would know for certain.

 

[Seattle1]

Was their a question if the wedding was actually on Sunday? I guess I don't recall reading that it was thought to be on Saturday. If so, then it's good to know that the date is firm and her messaging with her friend was on Saturday at some time to be established - I know the time on Saturday has been all over the place depending on time zone which was never clear to me from any media interviews with people who would know for certain.

Yes, early on there was a question about the wedding date after incorrect info was provided by AM (i.e., AM was sharing 2nd hand info). Actually, I don't believe we have verified information on the true time SM's communication with her friend abruptly ended on Saturday -- just speculation. MOO

 

[Momofthreeboys]

Yes, early on there was a question about the wedding date after incorrect info was provided by AM (i.e., AM was sharing 2nd hand info). Actually, I don't believe we have verified information on the true time SM's communication with her friend abruptly ended on Saturday -- just speculation. MOO

OK....I stopped watching the you tube "stuff" and the TV talking heads pretty early on so missed alot of Andy's speculation. But I do think LE has the times narrowed down to Saturday and Sunday which aligns with what we all think is factual. It would also be interesting to know what "abruptly" means. It could be as simple as Suzanne saying she needed to go and would message back later and never did but the connotation of the word could equally mean she dropped connection in the middle of typing a sentence. But really I think the time stamps are more important than anything. Suzanne's "last" established connection of some type was at what time.

 

[Puzzles8]

I don't think ballot was cast by BM because he wanted Trump to win.

I think Barry had a much more vested interest in who was elected as the next DA...

JMO, MOO

 

[Seattle1]

I wanted to respond to OP that personally asked me for a fact check on the wedding date, and I'm now signing off on the topic. I posted what I can attest to viewing last year, as my opinion only.

 

[Murphy1950]

I’m one that finds the wedding a very important piece of this puzzle. I have often wondered if Andy’s comment (referencing the groom) was deliberate, as a little protection to shield the family of the bride. It appears these two (Suzanne and her BFF) were as close as any siblings ever could be. I think the wedding was huge in meaning to both Suzanne and her best friend. As I recall the friend had no success reaching anyone in the household after the disconnect. Which begs the question, I would have thought that would be one of Barry's or the daughter’s first phone calls, to see if mom’s best friend knew anything ,but it doesn’t appear that ever happened.

 

[RumorMonger]

I think a $53,000 PPP loan obtained perhaps fraudulently by lying on the application stating he had 9 employees is a HUGE BIG FREAKIN’ DEAL!. I’m more black & white than you, I guess. Fraud is fraud! If somewhere (way back when) BM had been taught to not lie, cheat & steal and paid for his mistakes instead of being treated as a “golden boy” and enabled by everyone in his life, Suzanne Moorman might still be alive. We on WS discussed the PPP loan at length about the time BM was arrested. Many posts about the PPP loan, the application, etc. There is a completely different loan application to complete if you utilize contractors (1099). All the links and discussions are several threads back. I just don’t understand how you see it as “no big deal” for BM to not abide by the law when it’s only $53,000. Those are my tax dollars, as well as yours, he’s stealing, how’s that ever okay? I think it’s a bigger issue than the gun charge (unless the gun is tied directly to SM’s Murder). People like BM think they are above the laws in this country. They’re not! Pragmatic thoughts are always appreciated, but it’s not truly being pragmatic if you ignore facts to reach your pragmatic conclusions. That sounded kind of wonky, I’ll stop before I ramble more. My 2 cents MOO

Forgive my silly question. Sunset Farms LLC was the beneficiary of the PPP loan. Do we know that Sunset Farms is BLM's landscaping company?

I'm not arguing either way, I just think its strange to give you business a name that doesn't reflect the business that the company is in. Then again ... Apple. IMO

 

[DizzyB]

I’m one that finds the wedding a very important piece of this puzzle. I have often wondered if Andy’s comment was deliberate, as a little protection to shield the family of the bride. It appears these two (Suzanne and her BFF) were as close as any siblings ever could be. I think the wedding was huge in meaning to both Suzanne and her best friend. As I recall the friend had no success reaching anyone in the household after the disconnect. I would have thought that would be one of Barry or the daughter’s first calls, to see if mom’s best friend knew anything ,but it doesn’t appear that ever happened.

I would just like to add that it made me very happy to see that all have been very respectful of Suzanne’s friend and allowing her to remain out of this terrible spotlight that has been shone upon all.

Hamilton County, IN - Property Records
Sunset Tree Farms has been around for a long time as a Morphew entity. I came across it also with something having to do with deer, with Barry’s name-here it is, in a long list. https://www.wildlifefarmdatabase.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/IN.pdf

 

[rainbowshummingbird]

Forgive my silly question. Sunset Farms LLC was the beneficiary of the PPP loan. Do we know that Sunset Farms is BLM's landscaping company?

I'm not arguing either way, I just think its strange to give you business a name that doesn't reflect the business that the company is in. Then again ... Apple. IMO

Yes, we do know.
Sunset Farms, LLC
Agent Name: Barry Lee Morphew
Sunset Farms, LLC :: Colorado (US) :: OpenCorporates
https://www.federalpay.org/paycheck-protection-program/sunset-farms-llc-salida-co

 

[RumorMonger]

I think SM was training to be a personal coach or trainer. She may have been trying to establish a career to set up a new independent life.

What makes you think so?

 

[RumorMonger]

Yes, we do know.
Sunset Farms, LLC
Agent Name: Barry Lee Morphew
Sunset Farms, LLC :: Colorado (US) :: OpenCorporates
https://www.federalpay.org/paycheck-protection-program/sunset-farms-llc-salida-co

We know he is the registered agent of the LLC. That doesn't mean that Sunset is the landscaping business. IMO

 

[SouthAussie]

We know he is the registered agent of the LLC. That doesn't mean that Sunset is the landscaping business. IMO

From what I understand, his landscaping business was called BLM Landscaping, when he was in Indiana.
Another business he had in Indiana was Sunset Tree Farms.

When they moved to CO, he registered the business as Sunset Farms. No other business was registered in CO (just the foundation).

CO
Colorado List of Entities
Sunset Farms, LLC :: Colorado (US) :: OpenCorporates

IN
Sunset Tree Farms, Llc
Blm Landscaping, Llc

 

[al66pine]

CO. Voting Offenses. Is Intent Needed?
“They don’t make really good criminal cases because it’s difficult to prove criminal intent, that there was a knowing violation of election law,” District Attorney John Newsome said.”* bbm (2005 MSM story, and not Chaffee Co. Dist Atty. Sorry, forgot who posted the link* to this, but TYVM)
Is “criminal intent” or “knowing violation” an element in either ballot offense BM is charged w., an element Chaffee Co. Dist Atty must prove?

Forgery:** "Any person who falsely makes, alters, forges, or counterfeits any ballot before or after it has been cast,… or who forges the name of a registered elector to a voter's mail-in or mail ballot commits forgery… and shall be punished as provided in section 18-1.3-401, C.R.S." sbm
Offenses relating to mail ballots:*** "Any person …who destroys, defaces, mutilates, or tampers with such a ballot shall be punished by a fine ... dollars, or by imprisonment... months, or by both such fine and imprisonment." sbm

Many crim statutes spell out certain state of mind/mens rea as a necessary element for conviction, e.g., negligently, recklessly, knowingly, or purposely. If BM actually admitted marking the ballot, witnessing, etc. to FBI, would DA need to prove a given level of crim intent? Any thoughts?

Hesitating to question ^ CO. Dist. Atty’s interpretation of CO voting law, but there have been extensive changes in CO voting laws since 2005, so maybe crim intent was a required element when he commented. my2ct.
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* Hundreds in Colorado investigated for voter fraud
** Forgery. Section . Section 1-13-106 –Section 1-13-106 - Forgery, Colo. Rev. Stat. § 1-13-106 | Casetext Search + Citator.
*** Offenses relating to mail ballots. Section 1-13-112 -- Section 1-13-112 - Offenses relating to mail ballots, Colo. Rev. Stat. § 1-13-112 | Casetext Search + Citator

 

[sk716]

I question how strong a case LE has, if they are also filing a voter fraud charge. To me, that smacks of desperation, and the fear that he just might beat the murder charges. Think about it: If the murder charges are solid, why spend additional resources on a voter fraud charge? Unless the motivation for such is political.

Need to editorialize a bit to make a point:

Imagine you work at the Chaffee Co. Sheriff's office and the election commission brings it to your attention that that SOB that murdered and chopped up his wife in May had the AUDACITY to send in her ballot six months AFTER she disappeared!

Honestly, I can't see any sheriff letting that slide, regardless of politics.

 

[Error505]

I’m not as sure that Suzanne had a role in the wedding. But I’m sure that as close friends, Suzanne and her friend chatted a lot about it. They might have texted, or zoomed, FaceTimed, shared photos back and forth. People logged on and watched the wedding live. Of course Suzanne would have watched- it wasn’t as if Suzanne had a full dance card that day. Empty house.Why wouldn’t she watch? Heck I’d watch. If Suzanne and her friend were chatting on Saturday and suddenly Suzanne went dark, or Suzanne had shared in the days prior and now was unreachable, red flags are up.

BBM Speculation - Being BFFs (like sisters according to SMs social media), I feel certain SM had shared with BFF the same thoughts she shared with MM on Friday 5/8, whatever those thoughts or decisions were. BFFs always know, speaking as a woman. SM “going dark “ after their texts on Saturday, I’m sure set off alarm bells with BFF, but the no show for virtual wedding/reception would be the ringer! I have a strong feeling BFF tried reaching BM and daughters. If those attempts failed to locate SM, I have no doubt BFF contacted Spezze’s office for welfare check or just out of extreme concern & caution. There was “something” that prepared Spezze for this not being just a “missing person” from the first night. Maybe a combination of things: home smelled like bleach, BFF phone call, BM’s wild stories. Can’t wait for the AA, more importantly, the trial of this cocky “alleged” wife murderer, BM, Rant over. MOO

 

[DizzyB]

BBM Speculation - Being BFFs (like sisters according to SMs social media), I feel certain SM had shared with BFF the same thoughts she shared with MM on Friday 5/8, whatever those thoughts or decisions were. BFFs always know, speaking as a woman. SM “going dark “ after their texts on Saturday, I’m sure set off alarm bells with BFF, but the no show for virtual wedding/reception would be the ringer! I have a strong feeling BFF tried reaching BM and daughters. If those attempts failed to locate SM, I have no doubt BFF contacted Spezze’s office for welfare check or just out of extreme concern & caution. There was “something” that prepared Spezze for this not being just a “missing person” from the first night. Maybe a combination of things: home smelled like bleach, BFF phone call, BM’s wild stories. Can’t wait for the AA, more importantly, the trial of this cocky “alleged” wife murderer, BM, Rant over. MOO

Interview room, very long but contains so much information from Melinda. From childhood to the family fracture to Barry to moving, do the “open transcript” and read it if you don’t have two hours. I always wondered which friend Melinda was referring to in the below dialogue. It also means that Melinda has spoken to at least one of Suzanne’s friends about Mother’s Day weekend.

85:49
another friend
of hers had a similar
85:51
experience on saturday night
85:53
and it is my belief that my sister went
85:56
on to be with the lord on saturday night
85:58
and um that's that's what i feel in my
86:02
heart