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Dr. Charles Ernest "Chug" Morton III

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Williamson Memorial Funeral Home and Cremation Services- - Franklin

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Franklin, Tennessee

Charles Morton Obituary

Name: Visitation for Dr. Charles Ernest "Chug" Morton III
Start: 2017-12-10T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2017-12-11T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Woodmont Hills Church of Christ

Dr. Charles Ernest "Chug" Morton III

Nashville - Dr. Charles Ernest "Chug" Morton III, age 70 of Nashville, TN. Born in Franklin to the late Charlie and Emma Morton. Graduate of Battle Ground Academy, Auburn University and University of Tennessee Medical School at Memphis. Chug filled each and every unforgiving minute with sixty seconds of distance run, living his life to the fullest to the end, and serving a purpose larger than himself. With the most skilled of surgeon's hands, he was able to fulfil his passion to help, heal, save, and love. For this reason, Chug will be missed dearly by his loved ones, patients and colleagues. Survived by: wife, Rhonda Morton of Nashville, TN; sons, Charles E. "Chas" IV (Christa) Morton of Franklin, TN and Robert G. "Bert" (Julia) Morton of Nashville, TN; daughter, Kelly (Colin) Walsh of Switzerland; brother, Russell (Pam) Farnsworth of Franklin, TN; grandchildren, Chase & Lily Morton, Helen & Emma Jane Morton, Jake, Zachary & Macie Walsh. Memorial services will be conducted 1:00 PM Monday, December 11, 2017 at Fourth Ave. Church of Christ, 117 4th Ave., N. Franklin, TN 37064. Jim Taylor and Bishop Joe Pennel will officiate. Visitation 2:00-6:00 PM Sunday, December 10, 2017 at Woodmont Hills Church of Christ, 3710 Franklin Pike, Nashville, TN 37204. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Shriners Hospitals for Children.

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Published by Tennessean on Dec. 9, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Charles Morton

Sponsored by Williamson Memorial Funeral Home and Cremation Services- - Franklin.

26 Entries

Angela Weathers

February 14, 2025

Dr. Morton rushed to the hospital in the middle of the night to operate on my beloved father when the ER said there was no hope for survival. By the blessed hands of Dr. Morton my father went on to have 20 more years with the people who adored him. We all continued to pray for and include Dr Morton in prayers of glorious gratitude for the gift he was to his patients. I was thinking of him today as I often do when giving thanks and while Dr Morton and my father have both passed, I still pray for them and will be forever grateful.

Diane Piper

December 3, 2021

He was a such man. You could tell he had a heart for all people. He was one of the few surgeons that I have met that truly listened to his patients and cared what they had to say and involved them in their own care. He never had a superior attitude of "I'm the doctor here". His kind smile said what was in his heart. May your soul Dr. Morton be resting in the presence of Jesus and our Heavenly Father right now.

Helen Morton

September 15, 2020

He was a wonderful surgeon and an even better grandfather. I miss you Papa.

Jackie Moore

April 10, 2019

I just found out about Dr. Morton's passing. He was a great man and gave to this world. His compassion for his patients was unreal. The world lost a good one.

Juanita Bridgeforth

October 9, 2018

Dr. Charles Morton was a good man and awesome Doctor. He will be missed. He set a good example for all. He will be missed.

Shawn Sadler-Roach

August 2, 2018

Prayers for his family. He was my surgeon. He was a great man. He will always be remembered.

Charles McKay

January 19, 2018

Chug was an outstanding surgeon and an even better person. He was a respected colleague, and I was proud to consider him a friend. He will be missed. Prayers go out to his family.

Valarie Mays

January 13, 2018

An amazing, considerate, and compassionate medical professional. Dr. Charles Morton III truly changed lives for a living! He will be missed beyond measure. Most sincere condolences extended to Dr. Morton's family, patients and colleagues.

Donya Golden

January 7, 2018

So very sorry for your loss. He was a compassionate and skilled doctor. I know he will be missed by many. Lifting the family up in prayer.

Peggy Mullins

December 15, 2017

So sorry for your loss.He was a great man.Now he's
With the heavenly Father.RIP Dr Morton you are loved by all.

Sue Coyle

December 12, 2017

I have never met a more kind, considerate and caring doctor then Dr. Morten. I sure am going to miss him. I am lifting this family up in prayer and asking God to shine his face upon them and give them peace.

Sherri Owenby

December 11, 2017

Wonderful memories of Dr. Morton while I worked in surgery at Southern Hills. He will be missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers go with the family in this time of sorrow.

Gretchen Conner-Jones - MTSOA

December 11, 2017

Mrs. Morton -

I knew your husband as a client. The moment I met him I immediately felt like we had been friends forever. His kindness and sweet nature touched my heart. Dr. Morton will certainly be missed by so many. The world needs more people, especially physicians, like Chug Morton.

My thoughts truly are with you -

Betty Sue Sharpe

December 10, 2017

He was to do my surgery but he ended up having emergency surgery, I sure did liked him. May God be with the family during this time, may he rest in peace.

Sharon Wallace

December 10, 2017

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Sarah & Roger Long

December 10, 2017

We have great memories of such a fun loving man with wonderful surgery skills ! Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

Chuck Worstall

December 10, 2017

I'm sorry for the loss of Dr. Chug and my prayers are with the family.
In the late 80's I was helping with the renovation of his farm house,barn,smoke house and more. I will never forget how I came in one Monday morning with a broken leg from a rodeo accident and Dr. Chug right away had me connected with a great doctor. My hat has always been off to him, I know he'll be missed by many.

Linda Huff

December 10, 2017

I remember the early days @ Southern Hills. Such a great guy & surgeon that ALL the nurses admired. I remember the volleyball team & he hosted the party at his house. My prayers are with the family. May God bless you

Donna Mason

December 10, 2017

What a wonderful person to go so soon. There are many nurses who will miss his humor and wit. My thoughts are with you. Wish I could be there.

Birgit Hein

December 10, 2017

He was a gifted surgeon, and such a fine individual. He was so kind, I was ever so grateful for him. My heart goes out to his family.

Sylvia Resha

December 10, 2017

Grateful to have known Chug and prayers for his family at this time of a beautiful life lost too soon!

December 9, 2017

Great man, He will be missed by many - Henry Cho

Richard Terry MD

December 8, 2017

He was great surgeon, colleague, and my friend that I respected. He was a gentleman, loved to play golf. and had a gentle way of framing things in a positive manner. He will be missed by his many patients, friends, and family. Blue skies...

Paul and Carla McCombs

December 8, 2017

Chug was an awesome man and phenomenal surgeon. He will be missed by family, friends and patients. Our heart-felt condolences to Rhonda and the family- Carla and I will be praying for you.

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