Jerald Thomas Morris Sr. was born on June 6, 1940 in Bedford, Va. He entered into eternal rest on Sunday, May 21, 2017 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
He was a graduate of Dunbar High School in Lynchburg, Va, as well as Central Virginia Community College. Along with his academic achievement he also served one term in the United States Air Force and went on to retire with the United Stated Naval Reserve.
At the time of his passing he was a faithful member and Deacon at Peaceful Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his father, Jack N. Morris, Sr., sister Teresa Johnson, mother Outry Pannell, and brother John Morris (Maxine).
Jerald leaves to cherish his memory his brother Jack N. Morris Jr. (Eva), daughter Nannetta Davis (Ron), sons Ozell (Veronica) and J. T. (Sherice). Six grandchildren, Tyson Mitchell, Capri Delvaux, Jo’Nique Morris, Meshauna Wade, Tacoia Morris, Tinia Morris, Jayden Morris and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other devoted relatives and friends.
A celebration of Jerald’s life will be held Friday, May 26, 2017 at 2 p.m.at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg, Va. A visitation will be one hour prior to the service.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.