Rev. Emmett Madison Morgan, Jr., an Effingham County native and United Methodist minister who served nine congregations across the Southeast over five decades, passed away on October 17, 2026, at his residence, stricklandandsonsfuneralhome.com reported. He was 86 years old.
Life and Ministry Across the Southeast
Before entering the ministry, Rev. Morgan worked for Union Camp for 15 years. He then began a pastoral career that spanned more than 51 years across nine different church congregations in the Southeast. Following his retirement from parish ministry, he served as chaplain for Magnolia Manor for 10 years.
Outside of his pastoral duties, he belonged to various civic organizations and worked on behalf of the special needs community to help individuals gain employment and improve their circumstances. His personal interests included hunting, fishing, farming, and woodworking.
Family and Survived Relatives
Rev. Morgan was preceded in death by his parents, Emmett Madison Morgan, Sr. and Gladys Hinely Morgan, as well as his sister, Barbara Morgan Brant. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Caryl Exley Morgan, and his daughters, Traci Morgan, Tami Stafford (and husband Mitch), and Kerri Morgan.
He also leaves behind three grandchildren—Seth Stafford (Crystal), Caleb Stafford (Jade), and Chelli Morgan Liebert (Shawn)—along with three great-grandchildren: Emmett Stafford, Clara Stafford, and Lily Mae Stafford. Additional survivors include his brother, Kent Morgan (Bonnie), and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services and Memorial Arrangements
Visitation is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel, with funeral services following at 11 a.m. in the chapel.
Interment will take place in the Church at Turkey Branch Cemetery. The family requests that remembrances be directed to the Exley Tent at Effingham County Methodist Campground, c/o Alisa Epperson, 106 Berryville Road, Clyo, GA 31303.
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