Mr. Sidney "Butch" Lanier Morgan Jr.

September 19, 1949 - May 4, 2022

Sidney (Butch) Lanier Morgan, Jr., 72, of Bowdon, Georgia, died Wednesday, May 4, 2022, at Tanner Medical Center. He was born September 19, 1949, to the late Sidney and Jean Morgan. Butch worked in law enforcement during his career, initially at the Wilmington Police Department (NC) and then at the New Hanover Sheriff’s Office (NC) from which he retired. Butch was a lifelong member of the PGA and thoroughly enjoyed the game of golf. He was a loving husband, father and brother. He will be dearly missed by his family. Butch is survived by his wife, Rhonda, and his sons Clint (Kari) Morgan and Jesse Morgan. Butch was also a “dad” to Steven, Mark and Lilly. He is also survived by his brother, Johnny Morgan. Butch was predeceased by his sister, Patricia Bullin. Butch will be going home to Wilmington, North Carolina for his memorial gathering at the beach with friends and family. Boat Captain Johnny Morgan will be scattering his ashes at sea. The date and times will be announced as finalized.