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William Todd Morgan

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William Todd Morgan

Birth
Brinkley, Monroe County, Arkansas, USA
Death
1 Mar 2008 (aged 45)
Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee, USA
Burial
Clarendon, Monroe County, Arkansas, USA Add to Map
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William Todd Morgan, was born on March 17, 1962 in Brinkley, Arkansas to his Parents; Harvey and Janice Morgan.

He was blessed with two Brothers; Justin and Trevor Morgan.

He was never married.

Todd, spend his youth growing up around the farming community of Clarendon. He graduated in 1980 from Clarendon High School with honors. He continued his education by graduating in 1984 with a Bachelor degree in Marketing from The University of Mississippi.

He worked for Elvis Presley Enterprises, and started out as a tour guide in May of 1983. He later held the job of Director of Special Projects [media relations & creative development] for many years. He was blessed with a talent for creativity, and the ability to make words say beautiful things. Todd, really became the face and voice of the Elvis Presley legacy. He played a major part in the development of Graceland as an attraction and in the many projects produced by EPE that have allowed fans all over the world to celebrate Elvis. He became a walking encyclopedia, with knowledge about Elvis; everything from lines in his movies, dates and history on all Elvis' music. Todd was in charge of local publicity, media creative resources, and met with the celebrities who came to Graceland. His proudest professional accomplishment was the Elvis Live Concert, which was his concept and development. In total he spent 25 years at Elvis Presley Enterprises.

Todd, was also very active in the Memphis community. He supported the Memphis Art and Music scene for Rock-n-Roll to the Blues; was involved with the Memphis Humane Society as well as other animal charities. He supported, both personally and professionally, the Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association, 'Little Kids Rock' and was a steward of the Elvis Presley Charitable Foundation. A fair and generous person, Todd believed in giving young people opportunities, always supporting and encouraging them in their careers. A special project he was involved with was Sound Fuzion, a singing group at the University of Memphis.

On Saturday, March 1, 2008 Todd passed away at his home from a massive heart attack. The night of his death he was due to go out to dinner with friends to celebrate a recent promotion.

His funeral service was held at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 6 at the Clarendon Methodist Church, in Clarendon, AR.
Burial followed at the Shady Grove Cemetery, Clarendon, AR.

A Public Memorial Service for Todd also was held at The University of Memphis on April 1, 2008.

Todd, will be forever loved and missed by his family, close friends, the Elvis world, and everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Relationship to Contributor: I am an Elvis Fan and I knew Todd through EPE.
William Todd Morgan, was born on March 17, 1962 in Brinkley, Arkansas to his Parents; Harvey and Janice Morgan.

He was blessed with two Brothers; Justin and Trevor Morgan.

He was never married.

Todd, spend his youth growing up around the farming community of Clarendon. He graduated in 1980 from Clarendon High School with honors. He continued his education by graduating in 1984 with a Bachelor degree in Marketing from The University of Mississippi.

He worked for Elvis Presley Enterprises, and started out as a tour guide in May of 1983. He later held the job of Director of Special Projects [media relations & creative development] for many years. He was blessed with a talent for creativity, and the ability to make words say beautiful things. Todd, really became the face and voice of the Elvis Presley legacy. He played a major part in the development of Graceland as an attraction and in the many projects produced by EPE that have allowed fans all over the world to celebrate Elvis. He became a walking encyclopedia, with knowledge about Elvis; everything from lines in his movies, dates and history on all Elvis' music. Todd was in charge of local publicity, media creative resources, and met with the celebrities who came to Graceland. His proudest professional accomplishment was the Elvis Live Concert, which was his concept and development. In total he spent 25 years at Elvis Presley Enterprises.

Todd, was also very active in the Memphis community. He supported the Memphis Art and Music scene for Rock-n-Roll to the Blues; was involved with the Memphis Humane Society as well as other animal charities. He supported, both personally and professionally, the Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association, 'Little Kids Rock' and was a steward of the Elvis Presley Charitable Foundation. A fair and generous person, Todd believed in giving young people opportunities, always supporting and encouraging them in their careers. A special project he was involved with was Sound Fuzion, a singing group at the University of Memphis.

On Saturday, March 1, 2008 Todd passed away at his home from a massive heart attack. The night of his death he was due to go out to dinner with friends to celebrate a recent promotion.

His funeral service was held at 2 p.m. Thursday, March 6 at the Clarendon Methodist Church, in Clarendon, AR.
Burial followed at the Shady Grove Cemetery, Clarendon, AR.

A Public Memorial Service for Todd also was held at The University of Memphis on April 1, 2008.

Todd, will be forever loved and missed by his family, close friends, the Elvis world, and everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Relationship to Contributor: I am an Elvis Fan and I knew Todd through EPE.


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