This has received some press, but I wasn't sure how many of you may have heard about this who might also know Craig Morgan's music. On Sunday, Craig's 19-year-old son, Jerry Greer, was tubing in Tennessee when his body went under; and it was finally discovered and recovered from the water yesterday. Losing a son or daughter is obviously a parent's worst nightmare; and in the public spotlight I am sure it can be even worse. I wanted to put this out there for anyone who might want to pray for the family or send condolences.
Craig is a member of the Grand Ole Opry and a former member of the military who has often sang for the troops, songs including "Almost Home," "International Harvester," and "That's What I Love About Sundays." His son was featured with him in the show, "Craig Morgan All Access Outdoors," on The Outdoor Channel on cable, which some of you may have seen.
I know that Craig's music has meant a lot to a lot of people, especially "Almost Home" and "That's What I Love About Sundays." I thought some of you might want to know. And I am sure that music and faith will help him and the family get through it; but I just cannot imagine the pain that a parent goes through in the death of a child. Even God went through it. It must feel like the ultimate earthly loss. Prayers and cards from around the world I am sure are welcome. If you wish to send him and his family a card, you may send it to: Craig Morgan and Family, c/o Grand Ole Opry, 2804 Opryland Dr., Nashville, TN 37214. (The Opry maintains mailboxes for each of its members.)
Jerry Greer, 19, family photo.
Craig Morgan
Here is the story from The Tennessean newspaper in Nashville:
http://www.tennessean.com/story/new...ontinues-possibly-dickson-co-person/86928470/
The body of 19-year-old Jerry Greer, son of country singer Craig Morgan and wife Karen, has been recovered from Kentucky Lake, according to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.
Greer had been missing after a boating accident over the weekend.
In earlier reports, Humphreys County Sheriff Chris Davis said two teens were tubing on the Tennessee River near Kentucky Lake on Sunday when they fell into the water. Greer, who witnesses said was wearing a life jacket, never resurfaced.
A candlelight vigil was originally planned for Monday night, but was canceled out of respect for the families.
Allison Pendergrass, a close friend and classmate of Greer, said he “had an amazing heart, he was caring, and funny.”
“He had his own way of doing things which people didn't understand, but he was a beautiful soul and will forever hold a place in my heart,” Pendergrass said.
Before the Dickson City Council meeting Monday night, Dickson Mayor Don Weiss Jr. asked for a moment of silence for Greer and his family for what he said "looks like the loss of one of our local kids here in town."
Dickson County High Principal Joey Holley said Greer was "loved by many of his classmates."
"His charisma and passion for sports made him one of the fiercest competitors at our school," Holley said Monday night. "He was an outstanding and one-of-a-kind athlete. He will be greatly missed. Our prayers go out to his family."
Counselors will be available Tuesday through Thursday at DCHS to support students through the grieving process, Holley said.
Davis said crews worked throughout Sunday night and additional resources were requested from other rescue organizations beginning at 6 a.m. Monday.
Rescue teams went back out with the boater who was pulling Greer when he went under. Authorities were hoping he could direct them to the specific spot where he went missing.
According to Davis, there were about 20 to 30 boats out in the area searching. The boats focused their efforts on about 300 or 400 yards from the river on the bank where the accident occurred.
Davis stated he's not certain what could've caused this to occur.
"There's always hazards in the area that could've contributed to this accident," Davis said.
Dickson County Underwater Search and Recovery, the Tennessee City Volunteer Fire Department and the City of Dickson Fire Department personnel also assisted throughout Sunday night.
"The family is grateful for everyone’s support and prayers and requests privacy during this difficult time," said a statement from Morgan's publicist.
Greer, a recent graduate of Dickson County High School, was close with his dad, an Army veteran who has had several hits, including “Tough,” “Almost Home,” “That’s What I Love About Sunday” and “International Harvester.”
Morgan is the host of “Craig Morgan All Access Outdoors” on the Outdoor Channel. The show takes Morgan on adventures around the world, and Greer sometimes went with him. The program’s website shows Morgan and Greer posing with a goat they shot in Hawaii.
Greer is one of Morgan’s four children.
A call was first placed to the county dispatch for help at about 4 p.m. Sunday.
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Craig is a member of the Grand Ole Opry and a former member of the military who has often sang for the troops, songs including "Almost Home," "International Harvester," and "That's What I Love About Sundays." His son was featured with him in the show, "Craig Morgan All Access Outdoors," on The Outdoor Channel on cable, which some of you may have seen.
I know that Craig's music has meant a lot to a lot of people, especially "Almost Home" and "That's What I Love About Sundays." I thought some of you might want to know. And I am sure that music and faith will help him and the family get through it; but I just cannot imagine the pain that a parent goes through in the death of a child. Even God went through it. It must feel like the ultimate earthly loss. Prayers and cards from around the world I am sure are welcome. If you wish to send him and his family a card, you may send it to: Craig Morgan and Family, c/o Grand Ole Opry, 2804 Opryland Dr., Nashville, TN 37214. (The Opry maintains mailboxes for each of its members.)
Jerry Greer, 19, family photo.
Craig Morgan
Here is the story from The Tennessean newspaper in Nashville:
http://www.tennessean.com/story/new...ontinues-possibly-dickson-co-person/86928470/
The body of 19-year-old Jerry Greer, son of country singer Craig Morgan and wife Karen, has been recovered from Kentucky Lake, according to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency.
Greer had been missing after a boating accident over the weekend.
In earlier reports, Humphreys County Sheriff Chris Davis said two teens were tubing on the Tennessee River near Kentucky Lake on Sunday when they fell into the water. Greer, who witnesses said was wearing a life jacket, never resurfaced.
A candlelight vigil was originally planned for Monday night, but was canceled out of respect for the families.
Allison Pendergrass, a close friend and classmate of Greer, said he “had an amazing heart, he was caring, and funny.”
“He had his own way of doing things which people didn't understand, but he was a beautiful soul and will forever hold a place in my heart,” Pendergrass said.
Before the Dickson City Council meeting Monday night, Dickson Mayor Don Weiss Jr. asked for a moment of silence for Greer and his family for what he said "looks like the loss of one of our local kids here in town."
Dickson County High Principal Joey Holley said Greer was "loved by many of his classmates."
"His charisma and passion for sports made him one of the fiercest competitors at our school," Holley said Monday night. "He was an outstanding and one-of-a-kind athlete. He will be greatly missed. Our prayers go out to his family."
Counselors will be available Tuesday through Thursday at DCHS to support students through the grieving process, Holley said.
Davis said crews worked throughout Sunday night and additional resources were requested from other rescue organizations beginning at 6 a.m. Monday.
Rescue teams went back out with the boater who was pulling Greer when he went under. Authorities were hoping he could direct them to the specific spot where he went missing.
According to Davis, there were about 20 to 30 boats out in the area searching. The boats focused their efforts on about 300 or 400 yards from the river on the bank where the accident occurred.
Davis stated he's not certain what could've caused this to occur.
"There's always hazards in the area that could've contributed to this accident," Davis said.
Dickson County Underwater Search and Recovery, the Tennessee City Volunteer Fire Department and the City of Dickson Fire Department personnel also assisted throughout Sunday night.
"The family is grateful for everyone’s support and prayers and requests privacy during this difficult time," said a statement from Morgan's publicist.
Greer, a recent graduate of Dickson County High School, was close with his dad, an Army veteran who has had several hits, including “Tough,” “Almost Home,” “That’s What I Love About Sunday” and “International Harvester.”
Morgan is the host of “Craig Morgan All Access Outdoors” on the Outdoor Channel. The show takes Morgan on adventures around the world, and Greer sometimes went with him. The program’s website shows Morgan and Greer posing with a goat they shot in Hawaii.
Greer is one of Morgan’s four children.
A call was first placed to the county dispatch for help at about 4 p.m. Sunday.
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