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MORRIS, STAFF SERGEANT DANIEL MARSHALL - age 28 of Clinton, Tennessee, passed away Saturday, November 25, 2006 in Iraq. Daniel was active duty in the U. S. Army serving in Iraq. He was killed by a road side bomb while on patrol in the Diyala Providence. Daniel was a 1996 graduate of Clinton High School. He was a member of Lakeview Baptist Church in Clinton. He attended the New Testament Church in Killeen, Texas. Daniel was preceded in death by grandfather, Fred Pierce. Survivors: daughter, Alexys Morris of Pigeon Forge, TN; mother, Amy Anderson Morris of Clinton, TN; father: Glenn Morris of Clinton, TN; grandparents: Ava Pierce of Clinton, TN; Carl & Billie Morris of Clinton, TN; sister: Cassidy Ann Morris of Clinton, TN; brother: Adam Morris of Clinton, TN; aunts & uncles: Linda Elaine Morris of Knoxville, Karen Gambrell of Harriman, Paul Morris of Oak Ridge, Susan Smith of Knoxville, Mary Black of Lynn Haven, Florida, Linda Anderson of Baltimore, Maryland; host of other relatives and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: the Alexys Morris Fund at any Branch Offices of the ORNL Credit Union. The family will receive friends on Saturday, December 2, 2006 from 5 to 8 pm at the Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton with the funeral service to follow at 8:00 pm in the chapel with the Rev. Reed officiating. Interment will be Sunday, December 3, 2006 at 2:00 pm at the Oak Ridge Memorial Park with full military honors. Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton in charge of all arrangements,

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Published by Knoxville News Sentinel on Dec. 1, 2006.

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Melissa Stonelake

July 23, 2014

Dear parents of SSg Morris. My husband served with Daniel and was with him when he passed. My husband continues to serve and not a year has passed that we have not thought of him and remembered him. My husband considered him a friend and a great soldier. He still struggles with his passing. I hope that time has healed your wounds and brought you peace. In our home he is remembered as not only a hero but as a truly good person.
Love from Fort Drum NY

Peggy Childers

November 26, 2011

To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Daniel M. Morris:
Please accept my remembrance of Daniel on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Peggy Childers

November 26, 2010

To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Daniel M. Morris:
Remembering Daniel on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Smitty Giles

May 27, 2010

Salute Staff Sgt. Daniel M. Morris, an American hero. Sgt. Morris paid the ultimate sacrifice to ensure our freedoms. Today he, as well as his family are in our hearts and prayers as we remember him on this Memorial Day week.

"Flagman" East Tennessee Patriot Riders

Debbie R

March 9, 2010

Still greatly loved and greatly missed.

Michael Brown

October 9, 2009

Im not a man of many emotions but I find myself in tears. SGT Morris was my Team Leader in OIF 2. I love you man. You were a great man. Thank you for all your mentorship as a soldier and a person.

Tammy Bass

May 31, 2009

Please know that your sacrifice will not be forgotten. On Saturday May 23 I was honored to read the names of Tennessee's fallen in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars at a ceremony in Washington DC at the WWII Memorial. Daniel Morris is remembered.
Proud Mother of USMC Cpl. David Bass
4/23/85 - 4/2/06

Kenna Larra

March 2, 2009

We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,450 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
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Sincerely,
Kenna

In Memory of Daniel ~ (Debra Estep)

November 25, 2008

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.


The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”


I did not know Daniel, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

The Other Side

i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.

can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.

i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side

the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)

“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008


The Other Side –
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Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
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Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
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Peggy Childers

November 25, 2008

To the family of Staff Sgt. Daniel M. Morris:
Daniel gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

michael morgan

July 18, 2008

i consider sergeant morris a friend of mine. in Iraq we worked together and everytime we saw each other we would talk about home. because im from oliver springs. he was a GREAT man. and I truly miss him god bless you guys for raising such a great man

John and Juanita Hale

June 24, 2008

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

June 15, 2008

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Staff Sgt Morris!

August 3, 2007

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Staff Sgt Morris and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

August 1, 2007

If this person can stand in battle to ensure my freedom, then I will stand in grief with his/her family to honor him/her. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guest book for the rest of my life, but I promised LE RON A. WILSON (a dear friend KIA 7/6/07, 18yrs old) that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

Gary Allain

June 13, 2007

Staff Sgt. Daniel M. Morris
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.

CASSIDY MORRIS

May 17, 2007

THIS IS MY NIECE, MY BROTHER, MY HERO, AND INSPIRATION.

Teresa Fraker

May 14, 2007

To all of Daniel's family, my love and prayers continue to be with all of you. There is not one day that goes by that we don't think of all of you and what you are still going through loosing such a wonderful son,brother,and father. We love you all Dave and Teresa Fraker

THE DREAM FULFILLED

May 14, 2007

DREAMING THE DREAM

May 14, 2007

A YOUNG BOY'S DREAM

May 14, 2007

Garnet Jenkins

April 28, 2007

Please know how Deeply Sorry I was to learn of the recent loss of Staff Sgt. Daniel M. Morris.
The price this Brave Young Soldier and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.

May Daniel rest safely in the Loving Care of God and know that he is a True American Hero that will Never Be Forgotten.
May the Grace and Comfort of the Lord continue to be with the Morris family.
There will Never be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank these Young Heroes for their Sacrifices, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.

"Cast thy burden upon the Lord,
and He shall sustain thee."
~ Psalm 55:22 ~

I pray that the Peace of God and your precious memories of Daniel, remain in your heart always.
May this give you comfort and strength through the difficult days.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.

JO & BOB Kennedy

April 24, 2007

Glenn & Amy
My husband & I pray for you both during this time. As parents of a Fallen Soldier you are going through a time in your lives that is unsettling. There will be days that your'll remember Daniel & laugh at the most oddest moments of something he did. Then you will cry because he should be home. Have comfort in knowing that he is at HOME with his BROTHERS & GOD.

BERT HOLLER

April 18, 2007

THANK YOU SGT. MORRIS FOR PROTECTING OUR COUNTRY WHEN YOU COULD HAVE BEEN DOING ANYTHING ELSE. I SALUTE YOUR FAMILY FOR SUPPORTING YOUR CHOICE. WE LOST MY SON-IN-LAW IN IRAQ ON JANUARY 22,2007. HE ALSO WAS IN THE ARMY BECAUSE HE WANTED TO BE. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN BY THOSE OF US WHO TREASURE COURAGE AND PATRIOTISM. THANK YOU,

Robyn Garside

April 5, 2007

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR HIS DAUGHTER. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI

A PROUD MARINE MOM

Scott Hawks

December 21, 2006

He was a true patriot, and we all owe him and his fellow servicemen & women a tremendous debt of thanks. Our very freedom is bought with their selfless acts of courage. No greater love exists in this world. May God bless you and your family and help you through this time.

Karen Cochran

December 12, 2006

Amy, I remember when Daniel was born...Ava was so proud of him as were you and his dad. Now the whole world is proud of him for sacrificing his life for our freedom. I know that no one knows the pain that a mother feels.Just know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers every day. Thank you for your son. May God help you through this time. Karen Cochran/Kroger

Don Wilson

December 10, 2006

I didn't know your loved one butI would like to thank each family member for the service of this young man.It is people like him that helps to keep this country free.God Bless and and comfort you all in this extremely difficult time.

Tammy Nelson

December 7, 2006

Glen and family, I am from Clinton but have lived in Knoxville for the past 15 years. I never had the honor of meeting Daniel but when you from a small town like Clinton you feel like you know everyone. I am so sorry for your loss. Daniel died fighting for our freedom. He took our place over there. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Lexie, your daddy is true American Hero.

Heather Mullins

December 5, 2006

Cassidy and Family,
I want you to know I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. Your brother was a very honorable man to fight for this country. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Debbi Turner

December 4, 2006

Dear Lexy,
I spent 8 years in the Air Force. My Dad retired from the Air Force. My sister, her husband, and their 2 sons currently serve in the Air Force and all 3 men have gone to Iraq. My brother is in the Army and is coming home today after his 3rd trip to Iraq. So as you can see, our family knows the military. We also understand, as does everyone who voluntarily joins the military, that one day we may be asked to make the ultimate sacrifice--to give our life for what we believe in. Your Daddy died for you Lexy. He died for me and every other American breathing in this world. Your Daddy reflected the Spirit of THE ULTIMATE VOLUNTEER--Jesus. Jesus died for what He believed in too. He died for us. He's not sitting on His throne thinking, Oh Gosh, how did that happen?--in thinking about your Daddy's death. Jesus knows EXACTLY what He's doing. He had a plan for your Daddy and your Daddy finished the job and went home. He has a plan for you too Lexy. Trust Him and you too will finish the plan that He has for your life--and when your job is finished, you will see your Daddy again. My Daddy died too, when I was 24. I was devastated as I'm sure you are. It does get better. You will heal and I'm sure that your Daddy wouldn't want you to stay sad. He would want you to live for what he died for--a free life dedicated to living the best life you can. I don't know you Lexy, but I so identify with you, as does my whole family. We, like many others, are praying for you.

Debbie (Myers) White

December 4, 2006

Amy,
I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family have been in my prayers. May God bless and comfort you.

Jennifer Lach

December 3, 2006

Lexy-girl,
If there is one thing that can be said about your dad...he's a Hero. I am thankful for his selfless gift, so that others may be free. You and your family are in my thougths and prayers.

Rachal Bean

December 3, 2006

I had the fortune of going to school with Daniel. He was a kind hearted boy then, who seems to have grown into a good, brave man. May you find some comfort in the knowledge that he is now in the presence of our Lord. Lexie, I am so sorry that you had to suffer this loss. You will be in my prayers. May God richly bless you all of your days.

Gina Locke

December 3, 2006

Lexy, your father was a brave man and a hero in the eyes of this nation. I am so thankful to God for the men and women who serve this country to protect the freedoms we enjoy. May God bless you and give you peace!

Scott & Shelly Dunkel

December 3, 2006

Dear Lexy,
Although we have not met you and we did not meet your father, we are very grateful that he gave his life for our freedom. We know you are proud of him and will miss him. You and your family will be in our prayers

Jim Disney

December 3, 2006

I was on the plane that transported the body of this fallen hero. The pilot appropriately announced to us, before taking off in Atlanta, that this precious cargo was on board. There was a moment of silence and prior to deplaning in Knoxville, we kept our seat and allowed the escort to deplane first. It was a somber and touching moment. I pastor a small church and I want you to know that this family is in our prayers and in our heart. We are so thankful for the sacrifice of this young man!

Mitchell Kitts

December 2, 2006

Glenn you and your family are in our prayers during this tragic time. Your son was a brave man and the ULTIMATE AMERICAN HERO. May God be with you and your family.

Mitchell and Arlene Kitts

brenda hood

December 1, 2006

Just want to express my heart felt gratitude to your son and your family for the ultimate sacrifice you all have made. As the daughter and sister of former military men I am thankful for the hero's who serve this country and the people in it. May God Bless you now and in the days ahead.

Edie Hummel

December 1, 2006

Amy, Glen, and family, My prayers are with you at this time. I pray for all our armed forces men and women every day and Thank God for their service. I cannot be with you in person tomorrow or Sunday due to illness. I will call when I can. All my love, Edie

Keri Smith

December 1, 2006

Im sorry about the lost of your father Lexy. You are a beautiful and strong little girl and you have a wonderful family behind you. You will be in my prayers!

Kristin Pendergrass

December 1, 2006

I'm so sorry to hear about your dad lexie....You will be in our prayers..Your dad will be remembered as a wonderful brave person!!!

Patsy Blair

December 1, 2006

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Calvin & Ann Hunt

December 1, 2006

To an American Hero: Daniel, Thank you for your sacrifice to your country and your fellow Americans. Our hearts go out to your family. We hope and pray that they will find comfort in knowing that you are loved and appreciated by many who never knew you personally, but who know you are truely an American Hero.

Sherry Reuss

December 1, 2006

I am so very sorry for your families loss. I want to thank Daniel for serving his country and giving his life for all of us. You are Blessed to have such a special son. May God comfort you always.

Sandy Knight-Owens

December 1, 2006

We would like to offer you our deepest sympathy at your tragic loss. May your faith keep you strong during your time of mourning and throughout the days ahead. Daniel paid the ultimate sacrifice for everyone of us and he shall always be remembered for that. I hope that the pleasant memories of days gone by will warm your hearts and ease the pain that you feel. May God Bless You.
Sandy, David and Jason

Debby Clowers

December 1, 2006

May God bless your family during this difficult time. Your son gave his life protecting us and for that I am grateful. Even though I don't know you or did I know Daniel, I want you to know my prayers will be with you in the coming days as well as for our other military men and women. Thank God for their selflessness and courage and commitment. May God comfort you and fill your hearts with the peace only He can give.

Kathy Nichols

December 1, 2006

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God Bless and comfort you during your time of need.

Gloria Sartin

December 1, 2006

Your Father, Son, Brother had to be a fine man. Anyone willing to give their life for their Country is the most Honorable, unselfish act that can be done. There HAS to be a special place in Heaven for Soldiers. . . God Bless you and I pray God eases your pain.

James & Barbara Kesterson

December 1, 2006

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Teresa &Jack Evans

December 1, 2006

Just wanted to thank you for your son servicing for everyone May God Bless your family . we are praying for your family ,God will take of you.

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