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Glenn Morris Obituary
Knoxville, TN
Glenn H. Morris, age 93, of South Knoxville passed away peacefully Monday, August 29th. He was a member of Meridian Baptist Church for more than 50 years, and had served as deacon, Sunday school teacher, treasurer, and other positions. Glenn started working with Patent Button Company, in 1940, which evolved into TRW. He worked as general office clerk, bookkeeper, office manager, plant accountant and plant manager. He retired after 43 years of service. Glenn also served as a trustee at East Tennessee Baptist Hospital. During World War II, he volunteered as an aviation cadet, U.S. Air Corp., in 1943. He graduated as flight officer B-29 bombardier, in 1945. He was ready for assignment to crew and overseas service when the war ended. He returned home after over two years of service and resumed work at Patent Button Company, then retired in 1985.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Zella Morris; brother, O.F. Morris; infant brother, Walter, Jr.; and infant sister, Stella; two beloved wives, June Wade Morris and Lois Rogers Morris; and a dear son, Edward Morris. Glenn's family consisted of three maternal children, Judy (Thomas) Davis, Edward (Connie) Morris, Gary (Lisa) Morris; foster children, Wayne (Joyce) Baker, Wanda (Martin) Hartley, Clyde (Gwyn) Baker; step-children, Sandra Rogers (Charles) McGheehen and Jeanne Rogers (David) White. From these there were 23 grandchildren, 44 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends Friday, September 2nd, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., with funeral service to follow at Meridian Baptist Church, with Rev. Dana Fachman officiating. Interment will be Saturday, September 3rd, at 11:00 a.m., Meridian Baptist Cemetery, Old Sevierville Pike. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the Gideons, or your favorite charity. Arrangements made by Atchley Funeral Home, Seymour, TN. Online condolences may be made at www.atchleyfuneralhome.com.
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June Willings Ashmore
September 2, 2016
So sorry for the Morris's loss. He was a wonderful man in our church growing up at Meredian Baptist Church. My family were great friends with the whole family all through the years at our church and outside the church as well. My Mom, Margaret Willings, knew Mr. Morris's wife, June.....and that is why I was named the same, June. My father, Benny Willings, served with Mr. Morris on many committees through the church. My sister and brothers were friends with their children as well....all sets of them! David, Connie, myself, and Allen Willings. Such a wonderful influence and such a dedicated Christian to so many people and families May God keep the family strong and faithful through this time of sorrow. My prayers and positive thoughts for all branches of the Morris Family.
Angie Morris Earls
August 31, 2016
I am going to miss my favorite uncle he always treated me just as he did all of his children with love
Lora Duvall
August 31, 2016
I am sorry for your loss. Prayers are being lifted up for the family.
Diane Neely
August 31, 2016
He was truly an amazing man with a servant's heart. He will be missed but his memories will live on. Prayers and blessings to the family.
Diane
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