Rev. Emmett Madison Morgan, Jr.

Clyo – Rev. Emmett Madison Morgan, Jr., 86, passed away October 17, 2026 at his residence.

The Effingham County native worked for Union Camp for 15 years before becoming a United Methodist Minister where he served faithfully for over 51 years in 9 different church congregations across the Southeast. He also served as Chaplain for Magnolia Manor for 10 years after his retirement. He was a member of various civic organizations and worked tirelessly for the special needs community to help them gain employment and better themselves. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, farming, and woodworking.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Emmett Madison Morgan, Sr. and Gladys Hinely Morgan; and sister, Barbara Morgan Brant.

He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Caryl Exley Morgan; daughters, Traci Morgan, Tami Stafford (Mitch), and Kerri Morgan; grandchildren, Seth Stafford (Crystal), Caleb Stafford (Jade), and Chelli Morgan Liebert (Shawn); great-grandchildren, Emmett Stafford, Clara Stafford, and Lily Mae Stafford; brother, Kent Morgan (Bonnie); and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at the funeral home followed by funeral services at 11 a.m. in the chapel.

Interment will follow in the Church at Turkey Branch Cemetery.

Remembrances may be given to the Exley Tent at Effingham County Methodist Campground, c/o Alisa Epperson, 106 Berryville Road, Clyo, GA 31303.

Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel. 912-754-6421