Mr. Edward "Clay" Morgan, III, age 54, of Murfreesboro, TN passed away Monday, March 18, 2024. He was born in Memphis, TN to Edward Clay Morgan, Jr. and Anita Bogue Morgan. Mr. Morgan proudly served his country in the United States Coast Guard. He earned his bachelor's degree from MTSU, master's degree from WGU, and had taken additional certifications at Bethel University. After many years editing and publishing small-town newspapers across the South, he followed his heart into teaching. He was a dedicated educator and was dearly loved by his students. Mr. Morgan was a devoted father to his daughters and cherished spending time with them. An avid reader and enthusiastic stamp collector, Mr. Morgan also enjoyed looking after his garden, travelling, and music, especially the rock band Rush.

Mr. Morgan is survived by his wife Betsy Taylor Morgan; daughters, Alyssa Morgan, Madison Morgan, and Kaylee Morgan; parents, Edward and Anita Morgan; sister, Amy Coleman; nieces and nephews, Chelsea Coleman, Ronnie Coleman, and Sidney Colman; and great-nephew, Gavin Coleman.

For those who wish, memorials may be made to Room to Read, 465 California St, San Fransisco, CA 94104 or roomtoread.org.

Visitation with the family will be Thursday, March 28, 2024 from 4:00pm until 6:00pm at Woodfin Memorial Chapel. A memorial service will be held Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 6:00pm at Woodfin Memorial Chapel.