Gerald Morris Obituary
Gerald Wayne "Jerry" Morris, 84 of Dunlap TN, passed away on July 21, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was a beloved husband, daddy and pawpaw.
He was a Marine Vet and an over the road truck driver for over 40 years.
He loved to travel to different places and spending time with his loving family. He loved each and every one of them with his whole heart.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James A. Morris and Lenore Norris, three sisters, Shelby Gerber, Brenda Shank and Katherine Scruggins, one brother, Jimmy Morris, one son, Tony "Fireman" Morris and son-in-law, Eric Miller.
He is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Manda Morris, two daughters, Stacy Miller of Dunlap and Kelly Morris of Dunlap, stepson, William Carroll of FL, sister, Denise (Cliff) Lee of FL, sister-in-law, Sue Sewell of AL, Joyce (Steve and Justin) Day of AL, JoAnn Ivey of AL and Mary Lou Stevens of TN, six grandchildren, Angela (Harold) McGee of Cleveland, Ashley (Jimmy) Pierce of Dunlap, James Morris of Dunlap, Cindy (Jeremiah) Pritchet of Dayton, Nikki (Travis) Sneed of Dunlap, Austin (Bonnie) Sneed of Cleveland, nine great grandchildren, Evan Headrick, David Griffith, Gabe (Carlee) Headrick, Taylor Pierce, Melody Griffith, Lilly Pritchet, Abby Pritchet, Oliver Burtrum and Zayne Burtrum, one great-great grandchild, Madelyn Headrick and several nieces and nephews.
There will be no services at this time.
Condolences and memories can be shared at www.williamsonandsons.com.
Arrangements entrusted to Williamson and Sons Funeral Home, 8852 Dayton Pike, Soddy Daisy, TN 37379.
8852 Dayton Pike, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379
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