NANTAHALA - Gerald A. Morgan, 79, became a silent key and went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022.
Gerald was born in Nantahala to the late Fred and Lexie Mashburn Morgan on Aug. 26, 1942. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Judith Ashe Morgan. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughters, Tina Helms and Crystal Morgan; grandchildren Christian and Ashley Helms; sister Jessie Bateman; several nieces and nephews; and best friend, Buddy the cat.
Gerald was preceded in death by his sisters and brothers-in-law, Eloise Horton (Uppie), Ruby Jacobs (Austin), Evelyn Woods (Jack) and Robert Bateman; and son-in-law, Tommy Helms.
He spent many years working in telephone construction and also helped build tunnels on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Gerald was an avid fisherman who loved both fly fishing and bass fishing. When he was able, he enjoyed hiking local trails, including parts of the Appalachian Trail.
He was also an amateur radio (HAM) operator (call sign KD4JCC) and was active in the 8424 Repeater Group on the Tennessee Phone Net. Gerald enjoyed speaking to people across the country and around the world on his radio.
For the past 19 years, Gerald and Judy volunteered as campground hosts at Standing Indian Campground near Franklin. He could often be found sitting in front of the camp store, talking and laughing with all who came to visit.
Gerald’s family and friends cherish their memories of him. Everyone will miss his kindness and sense of humor. However, we all know he is rejoicing in Heaven with his family, fishing buddies, and hiking companions who have gone before him.
Funeral services were held Aug. 27 with visitation prior to the service at Bethel Hill Missionary Baptist Church. Rev. Eugene Taylor and Rev. SJ Waters officiated. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
Moffitt Family Funeral Care is honored to serve Gerald’s family.
Online condolences may be made at moffittfunerals.com.