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Clyde MORGAN Obituary
Clyde was born Oct. 7, 1921, in High Point, N.C., to James Henry and Carrie Spivey Morgan and grew up in Star, N.C. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in October 1942 and served in the Pacific and Aleutians as an electrician's mate throughout the war.
After the war, Clyde worked at Newport News Shipyard and later at NASA (at the time he joined, NACA). He courted and married Elizabeth Chappell of Candor, N.C., returning with his bride to live in Newport News and then Hampton. Over the years, Clyde supported many of the early NASA space programs as an electrical engineering technician, and retired in 1976, after which he started his own electrical business.
Clyde will be remembered for his passion as an avid gardener and fisherman, devotion to his wife and church, his hard work, and his sense of humor.
Clyde was preceded in death by his brothers, Frank Morgan and Jimmy Morgan; and his sisters, Lois McKenzie and Mae Allen.
In addition to his wife of 59 years, Clyde is survived by his children, Pam Huskey (Lester) of Dillwyn, Va., Tim Morgan (Ruth) of Alexandria, Va., and Terrell Morgan (Esperanza) of Westerville, Ohio; five grandsons, Charles Elmer, Daniel Morgan (Tami), Stephen Huskey, Caleb Morgan and Ruben Morgan; sister, Belle Permar; and brother, Fred Morgan.
The family will hold a private burial. A memorial service will be conducted by the Rev. Thomas Larson at 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 20, 2010, at Fox Hill Road Baptist Church, 335 Fox Hill Road, Hampton, VA 23669. A reception and visitation with the family will follow.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to Fox Hill Road Baptist Church, designated to the Building Loan Fund. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
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Cheryl Murphy Brackin
September 23, 2010
Terrrell: I am sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad.. Know that I am thinking of you and your family and pray you find peace in the lifetime of memories you all share. Blessings always my friend..
September 20, 2010
Mrs. Morgan (Beth) Pam, Tim, Terry and families: The service today was very nice and touching. I was pleased to see so many people there paying tribute to your husband and dad. I especially liked Tim and Daniel speaking from the heart about Clyde. I'm sorry I could not stay to speak to each of you in person, it has been a long time and I would have loved seeing and talking with you, but I had to keep a commitment this afternoon.
I'm glad I knew Clyde Morgan and as I told a co-worker today, I visualize his photo in the dictionary above the definition of a "nice person". I am so sorry for you loss and I will keep you in my thoughts.
Dave Morris
Bob Sturk
September 20, 2010
We were saddened by the news of Clyde's passing and wish to extend our heartfelt sympathy to the entire family. An electrical problem at our home was never a bad event. It meant that we could have Clyde come fix whatever was wrong and give us a chance to talk fishing and gardens with him. A wonderful witty man whose memory we will cherish for a long, long time. Bob & Alice Sturk.
Debbie Price
September 20, 2010
Tim and Family,
Donnie and I were saddened by the passing of your dad. He was a very nice man and we enjoyed our chats with him. You are very blessed to have such wonderful parents. I know he will be truly missed by everyone who had the pleasure of being around him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Franklin Hall
September 20, 2010
Joanne and I are so sorry to learn of Clyde's graduation to glory. We are in Missouri and regret that we can't visit with you, Beth. Everyone who knew Clyde well loved him. We did. He was a very special man. But that's what you would expect from a man who is from Star, N.C. We will be praying for you, Beth and we will try to come and see you when we return home sometime in November.
CINDY MELLISH, RN
September 19, 2010
BETH THANK YOU FOR ALLOWING ME INTO YOUR HOME TO ASSISST WITH CLYDE'S HOME GOING. HIS SENCE OF HUMOR WILL BE REMEMBERED BY MANY. HIS COMMITTMENT TO AND RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD HAS COME TO FRUITION. MAY GOD BLESS AS YOU CONTINUE YOUR EARTHLY JOURNEY WITHOUT CLYDE. GOD SHALL SUPPLY ALL YOUR NEEDS.
Caryn Kayton
September 19, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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