Morris "Doodle" Carey, age 84, of Maryville, TN passed in the early morning hours on Monday, October 30, 2023 at home, surrounded by family. Morris proudly served his country in the US Army from 1963-1965.
He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and proud husband, brother, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
Morris joined his only son, Steve, and his mother and father in Heaven, for a joyous reunion.
He will be remembered for his detailed hunting stories, kind heart and limitless love for his wife.
Morris is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Mildred Carey; brother, Jim Carey; sisters, Patricia Gibson, Mary-Sue McKenzie; granddaughters, Rachel (Thomas) Brock, Morgan (Robert) Greene, Jessica (Brett) Book; great-grandchildren, Robinson, Mason, Savannah and Rowan.
The family will honor Morris on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at Sherwood Chapel and Memorial Gardens, 3176 Airport Highway, Alcoa, TN 37701, in The Good Shepherd Mausoleum Chapel, with a receiving of friends from 12:00pm to 2:00pm and a funeral service at 2:00pm, with a committal service to follow at Sherwood Memorial Gardens. Online condolences and fond memories may be shared with the Carey family at www.sherwoodchapel.com.
Sherwood Chapel & Memorial Gardens
3176 Airport Highway
Alcoa, TN 37701
865-970-2955
