Mary Merlene Morris

Mary Merlene Morris, age 86, of Dahlonega, passed away on November 18, 2020. Mrs. Morris was born on December 11, 1933, in Atlanta, Georgia, to the late Bob and Merle Shue. In addition to her parents, Merlene was preceded in death by her brother, Bobby Shue. She was a loving wife of 68 years and mother of four children, five grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. Merlene was completely dedicated to her family and ensured each one was loved and cared for. She enjoyed cooking and seasonal decorating to always make sure that the family was abundantly nourished in body and spirit. She enriched the lives of many children at her church, where she taught Sunday School most of her adult life. Along with her family, all the joys of her mountain home were her treasures. Mrs. Morris was a member of Mossy Creek United Methodist Church. Survivors include her husband, George Morris, Dahlonega; daughter, Linda Morris Smith, Dahlonega; daughter and son-in-law, Kim and Tommy Tritt, Dahlonega; sons, Brad Morris, Dallas, GA, and Dave Morris, Dahlonega; grandchildren, Erica Reed, Evan Smith, Daniel Tritt, Nathan Tritt, Krista Tritt; 7 great-grandchildren also survive. Graveside services are scheduled for 3:00 P.M. Friday, November 20, 2020 at Mossy Creek United Methodist Church Cemetery. The Rev. Michael B. Rodgers will officiate. To share a memory or to leave a condolence for the family, please visit www.barrettfh.com Barrett Funeral Home of Cleveland.