Former mayor, sheriff Bill Morris dies at 92

By , Daily Memphian Updated: July 27, 2025 3:05 PM CT | Published: July 25, 2025 4:40 PM CT

Former Shelby County Sheriff and Mayor Bill Morris, who died July 25 after a fall suffered several weeks before, shaped the lives of Memphians through his work over the past 50 years.

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Jody Callahan

Jody Callahan graduated with degrees in journalism and economics from what is now known as the University of Memphis. He has covered news in Memphis for more than 25 years.


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