In Memory Of

Michael Hiram MorrisMay 8, 1963

June 14, 2017

MOOSE ON THE LOOSESome call him the Moose, some call him Big Mike

I call him my brother cause he's easy to like.We've had lots of fun, some good times and bad

But we've always been close... what a time we have had;When he was quite little, he didn't like meat

Which was okay with me cause I had more to eat.I'd save him some mustard to make him a meal

And if he played his cards right, I might let him deal.We'd go play some pool in the basement you see

My dad and my brothers, my sister and me.We'd play some ping pong, man what a blast

I'd knock it right by him cause he wasn't that fast.We slid down the stairs on a cushion of mom's

Except when we heard her, then we'd get mighty calm.Cause we knew she'd be worried and would start a fussing,

But never, no never, did she give us a cussin.Mom taught him to cook and do lots of things

And if I was lucky an apple pie he would bring.We'd go out with dad and kick the football

At first I could beat him, but soon my title would fall.He had quite a foot with those big old thirteensAnd he had a big heart and he never was mean.

When my children were born he'd stop by to playAnd they all became close and still are today.

Some of the time he was put to the testBut "Shine the Light" was one of the best.

He's grown up to be one heck of a manOne who will work hard and sticks to a plan.

Someone who'll help when you need it the mostAnd he won't disappear like Casper the Ghost.

I think my brother is like a kid with a pupSo when I see him, I just say "What's up!"

"YO BRO"CHRISTMAS 2004

In Memory Of

Michael Hiram MorrisMay 8, 1963 ~ June 14, 2017

Funeral Services3 P.M. Monday ~ June 19, 2017Peebles West Funeral Chapel

Oakland, Tennessee

Officiating MinistersBro. Jamie Fish

Minister of Biblical CounselingBellevue Baptist Church

Cordova, Tennessee

Bro. Tom Burriss

Personal RemarksMichael's Brother, Bob Morris

Special Music Provided byDianna Morris, Soloist

Final Resting PlaceSomerville City Cemetery

Somerville, Tennessee

PallbearersRobert Childs, Robert Bland, Greg Griffin,

Ronnie Markle, Willie Levy and Burnette Springfield

Honorary PallbearersAdrian Morris, Shawn Morris, Paul Morris, Nick Markle,

Connor Morris, Cullen Morris, Wyatt Morris, Gordon Lazenby,Raymond Kelley, Steve Crafton, Ellis White,

Glenn Freels, Wade Carraway and Jimmy Umbarger

Michael Hiram Morris, age 54, resident of Somerville, Tennessee, died on June 14, 2017 in Somerville.

Michael was born on May 8, 1963 in Somerville, Tennessee. He was a graduate of Fayette Academy Class of 1981, University of Tennessee at Martin where he received his Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science and the University of Tennessee at Knoxville where he received his Master’s Degree in Animal Science. He was employed by Sunrise Builders Supply in Horn Lake, MS and the former owner of Morris Lumber Company. Michael was a member of Bellevue Baptist Church in Cordova, Tennessee.

Michael relished his time cooking, especially for others. He also loved fishing on Glengary Lake. Michael's real passion was running the lumber yard. He always loved helping others in this community and welcomed his customers with a big smile and a big heart.

Michael is survived by his daughter, Madison Michelle Morris of Somerville, TN; his son, Scott Gregory Morris of Somerville, TN; his parents, Bobby and Bonnie Morris of Somerville, TN; his sister, Laina Skelton (Jimmy) of Somerville, TN; two brothers, Bob Morris (Jane) of Somerville, TN, Keith Morris (Cheryl) of Somerville, TN; and a host of nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his infant brother, Bobby Clyde Morris, Jr.

The family requests that memorials be directed to Bethany Christian Services, 1255 Lynnfield Road, # 236, Memphis, TN 38119.

Condolences may be left on our online guestbook at www.PeeblesFuneralHome.com.