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Phyllis Emmaline Morelock, age 92, of Maryville, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2025 at L & L Sweet Home Care.
Phyllis was preceded in death by her beloved husband Bill. She is survived by her son Jerry (Deborah) Morelock and grandsons Jeremy and Zach Morelock.
Phyllis earned a Masters Degree in Education from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. She was employed by the Knox County School systems as a teacher and department head and retired from Maryville City Schools. Phyllis was a board member of the Sam Houston School House and was passionate about its preservation.
Memorial donations in honor of Phyllis may be made to the Sam Houston School House. Condolences may be shared at Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, or at www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com
Donations may be made to the Sam Houston School House. To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Phyllis Emmaline Morelock, please visit our flower store.
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