Gerald A. Morgan (79) of Nantahala, NC became a silent key and went to be with the Lord on August 24, 2022. Gerald was born in Nantahala, to the late Fred and Lexie Mashburn Morgan on August 26, 1942. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Judith Ashe Morgan. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughters Tina Helms and Crystal Morgan, his grandchildren Christian and Ashley Helms, his sister Jessie Bateman, and his best friend Buddy the cat. He leaves behind several nieces and nephews. Gerald was preceded in death by his sisters and brothers-in-law: Eloise Horton (Uppie), Ruby Jacobs (Austin), Evelyn Woods (Jack), and Robert Bateman. He was also predeceased by his son-in-law Tommy Helms. He spent many years working in telephone construction and also helped build tunnels on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Gerald was an avid fisherman who loved both fly fishing and bass fishing. When he was able, he enjoyed hiking local trails, including parts of the Appalachian Trail. He was also an amateur radio (HAM) operator (call sign KD4JCC) and was active in the 8424 Repeater Group on the Tennessee Phone Net. Gerald enjoyed speaking to people across the country and around the world on his radio. For the past 19 years, Gerald and Judy volunteered as campground hosts at Standing Indian Campground near Franklin, North Carolina. He could often be found sitting in front of the camp store, talking and laughing with all who came to visit. Gerald's family and friends cherish their memories of him. Everyone will miss his kindness and sense of humor. However, we all know he is rejoicing in Heaven with his family, fishing buddies, and hiking companions who have gone before him. Funeral services will be help Saturday August 27, 2022 at 1pm with visitation starting at 11:30 am at Bethel Hill Missionary Baptist Church. Rev. Eugene Taylor and Rev. SJ Waters will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Moffitt Family Funeral Care is honored to serve Gerald's family.