William Frazer Morris

William Frazer Morris

October 1, 1940 - November 4, 2015

Smithfield

William Frazer Morris was born in New York City to William Morris and Jane Frazer Morris, both deceased. He is survived by his wife, Carol Anne Selover Morris, his stepfather, Carl ("Doc") Severinsen and his siblings: Elizabeth, Susan, Evan and Mary Elizabeth ("Mimi") Morris, and Nancy, Cynthia, and (Carl) Allen Severinsen. William was also predeceased by his stepmother, Mary Davis Morris, and his brother, John Morris.

William earned his Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) degree from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine (UNECOM), and completed his residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at the University of MN. He was board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Neuromuscular Medicine & OMM, the American Osteopathic Board of Rehabilitation Medicine, and the American Board of Holistic Medicine. Treating patients was one of William's great joys; his other great joy was teaching in Osteopathic medical education. A more complete history of his career can be found on the website of Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine, where William was the founding Chair of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine: http://www.campbell.edu/cusom/

William was a Quaker, a student of Sufism, and a member of the Association for Research & Enlightenment (ARE) in Virginia Beach, VA. He was actively involved with the ARE's prayer group and built many of the original buildings at the ARE's Camp in Rural Retreat, VA; he also planted the Camp's first organic garden.

William's family wishes to express deep gratitude to the dedicated physicians and staff at both Duke Cancer Center Cary and Transitions LifeCare (hospice) who cared for William through the final stages of his illness.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the CUSOM scholarship fund established in his name. Please indicate on the memo line of the check "William F Morris CUSOM Scholarship and send it to: Campbell University, Advancement Office, PO Box 116, Buies Creek, NC 27506. Memorial services in William's honor will be held at a date and location to be announced.