Morris was born in Cumming, Georgia, in 1940. He is an only child and was raised by his parents at the family mill, T. R. Thomas Mills, which was located at the corner of Highway 9 and Spot Road (now called Country Folks Superstore). Morris went through the Forsyth County School System and graduated from Forsyth County High School in 1958.

Pets hold a special place in our hearts. They bring comfort, joy, and companionship to people of all ages. For the elderly, a pet can often be a connection to their past, to their family or children, and bring back memories of a less complicated time in their lives. Here at Oaks Senior Living, we love pets! Many of our communities have ‘resident dogs, ' and our residents are welcome to care for pets of their own. Throughout the years, we have had residents bring dogs, cats, and even bunnies on occasion.