The Family History of Sonny’s Transfer Moving & Storage
Founded in 1981 in Cumberland, MD, by Forest “Sonny” Morris, Jr.
The family history of Sonny’s Transfer Moving & Storage starts with Forest, also known as “Sonny,” and his wife, Norita Morris. The couple founded the company in 1981. Sonny began moving furniture for Floyd Thomas Grapes at the age of 14. Through the years, he worked for Homer Grapes Moving Company, City Transfer, Klavuhn Moving, and Mayflower. He served his country and was a proud Marine. He worked as a carman at Chessie System (CSX) until his retirement in 1995 with more than 30 years of service.
Sonny purchased his first moving truck in 1981. His brother, Raymond, also known as “Moe,” and his two sons, Butch and Keith, were the first employees. He purchased his first warehouse for furniture storage in 1983 and the second warehouse in 1987. He was the owner/operator until his death in 2004. His wife, Norita, was his successor until her death in 2022.
Sonny's Transfer Moving & Storage's Legacy Continues as Daughter, Vickie, Assumes Ownership
Sonny’s and Norita’s daughter, Vickie Morris, assumed the business and is the current owner. She is dedicated to keeping the family legacy moving forward with new and innovative ways to make moving more streamlined. The company has two fully equipped moving trucks for local and long-distance needs, as well as a pickup truck for small odd jobs. The office, located at 101 Humbird St., Suite 1, can be reached at (301) 724-7349.
Vickie is no stranger to working in the public eye. She is a graduate of Fort Hill High School in the class of “77.” She became a cosmetologist after attending Scott’s Beauty Academy right out of high school. In 1987, she reeducated herself and received an Associate of Science degree from Allegany Community College as a Medical Laboratory Technologist, ASCP. This was a career change that she needed to raise her sons as a single mother.
In 1997, she accomplished another goal and became a Registered Nurse. This career opened many new pathways and opportunities. She has worked in Telemetry/Respiratory units, HLC and ICU. She spent nearly 12 years working in the Emergency Department locally. She has held multiple positions as Supervisory, Unit Manager and currently is the Assistant Director of Nursing at a local nursing home. She was also a Forensic Investigator for the State of Maryland.
Sonny's Transfer has supported:
- The Children’s League
- Local Law Enforcement
- Shriner’s for special needs and disadvantaged children
- Habitat for Humanity
- 2 Scholarships for graduating seniors at:
- Calvary Christian Academy- Sonny’s Transfer Teaching Award
- Fort Hill High School- Forest “Sonny” Morris Jr. Medical Award
Community Involvement is Important to Sonny’s Transfer Moving & Storage
As a family-owned business, Sonny’s Transfer Moving & Storage is able to have a large impact in the community. Examples include:
Sonny’s Transfer worked with the Cumberland Housing Group during the remodeling of Fort Cumberland Homes as part of the River Bend Court program. We successfully relocated 80 families to Jane Frazier Village.
Other notable moves include two concrete urns to the Gordon-Roberts House and a half-ton concrete lion from one home to another.
When flooding hit homes throughout Maryland and West Virginia, Sonny’s Transfer Moving & Storage stepped up to help those in need.
Community involvement is the cornerstone of the moving business, and our business provides multiple services to the community.
