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John Primerano
August 24, 2020
It was extreme pleasure to have known Thomas "Cozy" Morley as both a professional colleague and a friend. Although he made his living as a comedian, he and I had some pleasant, albeit, serious, conversations which I will always remember. i truly believed Cozy lived to entertain people and was most happiest when doing so. To remember him is to put a smile on my face. Thanks for all the good times, Cozy. May God grant you rest in peaceful repose. John Primerano.
John McDonald
August 22, 2020
It's as if those Summers in the 60s, at the Club Avalon, were just yesterday and not more than half a century removed! In an instant I can call to mind jokes I heard Cozy deliver a hundred times and I still shed tears of laughter! At a time when our Nation is so divided I wish God could send Thomas 'Cozy' Morley back to us. If anyone could unite us all in joy and laughter it would be Cozy who did so with every audience on any given night in North Wildwood! Come on Lord send him back.... we really need him......
Denise Black
August 25, 2019
He was my musical mentor, along side Howie, who would later become my husband. I would get on the phone with him and begin to laugh the moment I heard his voice. He would say, hey hun, how ya doin. Then we would tell each other stories from the club. I miss him desperately . Denise Black aka Denise DeFelice aka Denise Reynolds
Bernadette LaBonte
June 22, 2014
Spent many great nights at Club Avalon with my family (Monaghans from 2nd Street). RIP Cozy. Thanks for all the fun!!
Danielle Sherman
September 22, 2013
God bless you, dear. Many wonderful memories. You'll have the angels laughing in heaven!
Hugh Keough
September 12, 2013
The Mummers String Bands & The City of North Wildwood's paid Tribute to Cozy Morley. Click here to see and hear a brief slide video:
http://youtu.be/4uloHYpIyTw
September 11, 2013
Just learned that ,even though he went to South Catholic he was an honorary member (and always paid his yearly dues) of the class of 1947 of St Thomas More High School. Proud To Say
September 5, 2013
In addition to being one of the most talented people to ever walk the planet, Cozy was one of the nicest people you could ever meet. Every time we'd see each other, either at a performance or just on the street, he was such a consistently cheerful person that would always light up my day. I love you Cozy and you'll certainly be missed, BIG TIME. God Bless you, your family and may you rest in peace. George Young, an old music buddy.
Cozy was a first class act!
Bobby Ellis
September 5, 2013
Having played the Avalon back in the 70's with the Carpetbaggers I have only fond memories of a great entertainer and a genuine first class gentleman in Cozy Morley! He will be sorely missed!
September 4, 2013
Cozy you were great. You bring back such good memories of my youth. Rest in peace in heaven. Barbara Loy
September 4, 2013
John McAteer
billy silk
September 3, 2013
my parents and friends went to see cozy for years. Then as my brother and sisters got older we went to see him. I always had a blast and the jam sessions were great. We still tell cozy jokes and sing on the way to cape may at family functions. rest in peace you were great.
Barb Slonis
September 3, 2013
To the Morley Family;
Have hope in tomorrow, have faith in the everlasting, and take comfort in the love of friends and family. May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time. R.I.P. Cozy.
Barbara Groves
September 3, 2013
Cozy...all the years working for you were some of the best, we are going to miss you. God bless.
Beth Heiser
September 3, 2013
Thank you for all the laughs and songs at Club Avalon. We always had such a great time. I think you're on the Way to Cape May in heaven!
Anne Levy
September 2, 2013
Cosey,
Thanks for the memories and laughter you brought to me and my family.
Denise Black Mrs Howard Reynolds
August 30, 2013
We all viewed Cozy in a slightly different way. Sort of like a Pie that was cut up, we all had a slightly different perspective. I am who I am from being at the club every night. I studied him and later in years he gave me pointers that I still use today on the bandstand. On the occasion of my marriage, When Mayor Polombo asked for the rings, Cozy took that as an opportunit to make the crowd laugh. I will never forget WHERE he said he kept our rings. The BlackMagic SwingBand
Mary JS
August 30, 2013
Rest in peace Cozy. Thanks for the laughs and smiles.
Bob cox and Dottie Parson
August 30, 2013
hundreds of lovey days and nights with a GREAt friend
John McDonald
August 30, 2013
Cozy was the greatest! There wasn't a better night's entertainment to be found on earth than at the Club Avalon, in the 1960s, with Cozy cracking the jokes – each one funnier than the one before even if you were hearing it for the 100th time - and Joe Baris and the Winged Victory Singers raising the roof. Cozy made you laugh so hard you cried, and now we're just crying, but the memories live on and so the laughter will always be there. Thanks for the memories and God bless you Cozy. I'll never forget you.
Ethel Meyer
August 29, 2013
Cozy was a great entertainer. Our family went to Wildwood every year and always had a night at any place he was at. He brought a lot of laughter to anyone who went to see him.He is a great loss to the entertainment community. May he rest in peace knowing how much happiness he brought to so many people. The Meyer Family, Pittsburgh, PA
Hugh Keough
August 29, 2013
"Amen: A Closer Walk with Thee" Cozy's band sounds like a New Orleans Jazz Band. Very soulful. RIP Coze. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nYCoE0PAhU
Jim
August 29, 2013
Loved to see you at the Movers meetings. Our secretary used to tell us how when you were just a kid you came in to her office and had the folks laughing so hard you were asked to leave. The little tin of candy with the tiny spoon. Lots more.
herb smith
August 29, 2013
I always remember the man. Unfortunately, I never had opportunity to meet the man, but I always knew he was a staple-an institution in Cape May County, especially the Wildwood area. I may not have known him personally, but I'm very much saddened to hear of his passing.
Hugh Keough, Jr.
August 29, 2013
God Bless you Cozy. May you rest in peace.
Barbara Murray
August 29, 2013
My Nana took me to see you and one of the last times I saw you perform (and I saw many) I brought my nieces and nephews...they love you as much as I do...you will be missed:-)
Joseph "Joey M" Montello
August 28, 2013
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Bobbie, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers always!
Claire Curcio
August 28, 2013
Thank you for all the smiles and laughter you brought to us all. you will never be forgotten
Alicia Furey Jenkins
August 28, 2013
I love you Uncle Cozy, you will be forever in my heart.
Rita D'Amato
August 28, 2013
You were a talented man, and we enjoyed many of your shows. I hope you are singing with the angels now.
Jenny Clark
August 28, 2013
Roberta:
So sorry to hear of the passing of Cozy, your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
The Clark Family
Lisa Ross
August 28, 2013
My Dad grew up with Cozy in South Philly and Dad thought the world of him. Any time we walked in and Cozy was on he would stop mid act and say hello. Once he stopped his show when he saw me get up for the restroom and did play by play of my trip there and back! Embarrassing at the time, but I look back now and laugh. He was a lovely, kind man who will be missed!
You gave laughter to our lives.
Tommy Moore
August 28, 2013
Tommy Moore
August 27, 2013
Whenever I heard your name I laughed...yesterday I cried. I've known you for maybe fifty years. At age ten, going to Wildwood didn't mean going to the beach, it meant going to see Cozy Morley. You are the reason I became a comedian. You were so nice to me. But then, you were nice to everybody. The word 'gentleman' couldn't be more appropriate, you were a gentle man. And you were a great entertainer. You made people happy. And that's why we loved you. Your jokes made people laugh, but it was your warmth that made you a legend. I will treasure the picture of us together on the front page of The New York Times forever. And I will do what you asked of me, as I have for almost forty years. With love and respect. Tommy Moore
Marge Landis
August 27, 2013
Cozy Morley was the best entertainment you could ever imagine. No vacation was complete until we went to the jam sessions and his show inn the evening. it was a wonderful time in our lives. RIP Cozy. Marge Landis
August 27, 2013
God bless you Cozy. "On the way to Cape May in Heaven". R.I.P.
Natalie
August 27, 2013
Cozy was one of the dearest and funniest
men to ever grace a stage. I had the
pleasure of dancing with him and enjoying his company along with Bobbi
on several cruises to Bermuda. We've
lost one of the best. God grant comfort to Bobbi and the family.
Denise Cocciolone
JIM MURPHY
August 27, 2013
I SEE SO MANY NICE THINGS ABOUT COZY IT ALMOST SEEMS LIKE A PLEASANT SITUATION, BUT IT IS NOT, WE LOST A MASTER OF ENTERTAINMENT, COMEDY, AND PERSONALITY, A SAD DAY FOR ANY ONE WHO KNEW HIM. GOODBYE COZY R.I.P. THE MURPHYS
Andy Kortman
August 27, 2013
Such a sweet guy.....a lovely man. It was my pleasure to see him perform at Club Avalon and at various locations. I enjoyed crusing with him several times and having him on my show. It is an understatement to say there will never be another.....
The Wacky World of Cozy Morley
MGW Family
August 27, 2013
Bob Degnan
August 27, 2013
He brought such joy and laughter to countless of us and always left us with a smile and that yearning for more. Thanks for being a part of our lives and making life a little better and cheerier.
God rest your immortal soul in the palm of His hand. Well done good and faithful servant...........
August 27, 2013
A LEGEND! It was a honor being on the same stage with you.
Tony mauriello
The Wacky World of Cozy Morley
MGW Family
August 27, 2013
Cozy Unveils His Statute
MGW Family
August 27, 2013
Cozy's Happy Smile and Wave
MGW Family
August 27, 2013
Bruce Klauber
August 27, 2013
My memories of working with you and friends like Sonny Averona, Peter Lemongello, Sam Butera and all the gang will never, ever be forgotten. You taught a whole generation of us what show business was about. Keep swingin' Coze.
Cozy CD
MGW Family
August 27, 2013
Immortal Cozy Statue
MGW Family
August 27, 2013
Cozy Statue Day
August 27, 2013
Club Avalon
August 27, 2013
Young Cozy
August 27, 2013
August 27, 2013
Cozy, to a friend &entertainer, many good times we shared over the years.rest in peace. Helen McHugh and Family.
August 27, 2013
I hear your name and I remember my Mom laughing....she is in your audience up there.
I loved to hear her laugh!
Rest in Peace!
maureen gubler
August 27, 2013
Thank you Cozy for all the great memories over the years. You were always kind and generous to my Dad(your drummer). We loved watching your shows and laughing at your funny jokes. My Dad would come home and tell the same jokes that you told after the shows. We will miss you but will never forget you. Maureen (Ray Deeley's daughter)
August 27, 2013
Rest in peace. You provided us with so much laughter over the years and we often quote your jokes. Ronnie Mc
THOMAS J. AND ANN MARIE FINN-CUSICK
August 27, 2013
8-27-2013, thanks for the memories cozy, my family and i will miss you forever!!!
tom and ann marie finn-cusick
Eileen
August 27, 2013
So musically talented and so funny and honest. When Club Avalon closed, Wildwood was not the same.
Elaine Barkow
August 27, 2013
To my wonderful and dearest cousin, I will always remember you and love you
Elaine (nee Morley), Las Vegas, Nev.
Anthony DiFlorio
August 26, 2013
So Long Cozy, you were the best. Thanks for a thousand laughs through the years.
Terri N
August 26, 2013
Cozy, you will always be remembered by me and my family as my parents FAVORITE comedian...They couldn't wait to get to WW by the sea, to take us to Club Avalon and laugh at all the funny things you said about your club...you were so funny but never in a mean way...5 years ago I stayed @ 2nd and Central and was sitting on my step and you walked by and started talking to us...it took me a few minutes to place that face...lo and behold, you were telling jokes in the next sentence and you left us sitting there laffing...May Gods light shine on you as you made the world a better place. Say Hi to my Mom and Dad please.
August 26, 2013
Cozy brought us so many happy memories - and gave us so many memorable times together as a family. I was 12 the first time I attended a show - and we continued to go almost every year until he closed the Club Avalon. Please accept our sympathy and know that his will be a life long remembered. God bless.
Mary Conroy
August 26, 2013
You will always be part of our hearts!!! RIP... What a wonderful and generous gentlemen!!! I know you donated the altar to Our Lady of Ransom church . And everyone is celebrating your life this weekend!!! prayers and thoughts go out to your family friends and fans!!!
robert brydges
August 26, 2013
rip
my wife and I saw you many times in the club and at the Washington township park. you were one of a kind never foul language like these so called comics we have now. you made us laugh until we hurt. god bless a true legend.when they say one of a kind you are at the top with francis albert Sinatra. love and miss a real comedian.
bob and wese brydges sewell nj
Ardith Jones
August 26, 2013
Loved Cozy and spent many hours in Wildwood at his club. He was the best. God rest in peace and may light perpetual shine upon him.
August 26, 2013
I did not know Cozy personally but through my own observation. he brought a lot of joy to a lot of people. I always enjoyed his humor -- he was funny without being offensive of using cuss words. He made the world (at least Wildwood a better place. Marion N., Phila.
August 26, 2013
And God said, Cozy, it's time for you to get back to work, and entertain all of us in Heaven!! Everybody on earth that had the pleasure of knowing Cozy will truly miss him. He was one of a kind. RIP Cozy. You have touched the hearts of many people.
Roberta, you loved this man so much and took care of him. What beautiful memories you will hold in your heart forever.
We love you. xxoo
Donna and Bill
mary henderson
August 26, 2013
You were one of a kind and will always live in the memories of your fans in North Wildwood . Deepest Sympathy to all the family.
BOBBY LAFLAMME
August 26, 2013
COZY,THE BEST YEARS OF MY LIFE WERE SPENT WORKING FOR YOU IN THE 80'S.I MET SO MANY TRUE FRIENDS DO TO YOU AND THE CLUB AVALON.IT WAS A PLEASURE TO GO TO WORK EVERY DAY.THANKS FOR EVERYTHING COZY.I HOPE YOU AND YOUR BAR MANAGER ROCKY ARE HAVING A REUINION AND ARE GETTING THE BAND BACK TOGETHER. REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND.
Susan Farrell
August 26, 2013
I am honored to be a fellow "Two Streeter" and proud to have come from the same parish as Cozy. Summer vacations in Wildwood were never complete without my parents and Aunt and Uncle's visit to the "toilet". They'd laugh about it for days. My Aunt went to Sacred Heart parochial school with Cozy and when he saw her in the audience he'd include her in his act.
A true gentleman, a consummate entertainer, we will never have those Wildwood Days again - but Cozy will always be in our hearts. R.I.P.
Don and Mary Helen Wallace
August 26, 2013
Cozy....On Thursday, when we visited your statue and then were thrilled to find a teeshirt bearing the words to "On the Way to Cape May", we never dreamed you would be gone so soon. Ironically, we have been watching your online videos and singing your songs in the last few weeks. We are indebted to you for so many times you had us laughing hysterically. My parents introduced us to the Club Avalon and we all felt you were the best medicine for body and soul. What a good man too! We know you are happily romping and singing in God's evergreen pastures and entertaining all of the thousands of fans up there. Our condolences to the Morley family and prayers for strength and acceptance. You have fantasic memories to help you through.
Bobbi Taylor
August 26, 2013
I had the pleasure of working with Cozy for many years in the casino business. He was always a true gentleman, as nice as humanly possible, and as funny as all get out. I laughed till I cried many a time at his shows. He will be missed. Sending deepest regrets to you, Bobbie.
Many fond memories.....Bobbi (from Trump)
Shirley Johnson
August 26, 2013
Spent many Saturday nights in North Wildwood with my Brother Don. Always had a wonderful time. Thank you for all the terrific shows and comedy. Go with God.
Shirley Johnson
Harry & Marie(Jackels) Walsh
August 26, 2013
South Philly, Wildwood, and everywhere else lost one of the best Entertainers to come along in our lifetime. We were proud to be friends with this great person. . We extend our sincere condolences to the Family & Friends of ALL DOLLED UP = COZY
Gloria DiMarco
August 26, 2013
Always looked forward to seeing you perform at The General Wayne Inn. You had a very special talent making everyone feel like they were a part of your family. Rest In Peace, "Cozy." I bet there's a great party going on!
August 26, 2013
Cozy, Everyone knows you for being funny and entertaining. Yet you are one of the most caring and generous people in the world. I thank you and my family thanks you. I would never have become the person or chiropractor that I am today without your help. Your thoughtfulness and generosity still moves me today. You made such an impact on so many people's lives, and I am no different. Some of the best moments in my life were spent working for you as a bartender at the bulkhead bar. You are forever remembered in my heart.
Love,
Dr. Chuck McCabe
Lisa Tredwell
August 26, 2013
You will truly be missed by all. Especially those of us who looked forward to seeing you at The General Wayne Inn. Such wonderful memories you left us with. When I think of you, I smile. May you Rest in Peace.
Jack Poppert
August 26, 2013
Morley Family; I am so sorry for your loss. Cozy was not just a GREAT Comedian and Musician ; he was a good person a gentleman. My family spent many summers in Wildwood and I can tell you a summer was not complete until we made a trip or two to the Club Avalon to see Cozy. He often referred to it as (a toilet) but it was really a gathering place for folks who wanted some good, fun (clean too). My wife and I were on a cruise several years ago and Cozy was on board as part of the entertainment. When he wasn't on stage, he was all over the ship talking to people and just being as friendly as could be. He was a one of a kind; an old saying goes" death leaves a heartache that no one can heal; LOVE leaves memories that no one can steal. Cozy Morley was LOVED.
John Primerano
August 26, 2013
When I heard of the passing of Cozy Morley words could not describe the sadness I felt and feel As well as being a great entertainer, Cozy was a friend to me, a respected colleague and a tremendous part of my earlier career in the Wildwoods. He will be sorely missed by his fans and generations to come will never know what thy missed. An immense entertainment phenomenon we shall not see his kind again. John Primerano
August 26, 2013
Spent many happy hours being entertained by Cozy, at the shore, the Manayunk Club and later at Keenan's Valley View Inn. He will be missed.
Kathy Mazzio
August 26, 2013
A Jersey shore icon. RIP Mr. Morley.
Joan Watson
August 26, 2013
Cozy was the best!! I loved all the Catholic School jokes and the little old ladies on the bus going to casino. I have his tapes and still play the jokes and songs. I was honored to purchase a brick surrounding his statue. Condolences to the Morley Family, he will be greatly missed.
Terri Mooney
August 26, 2013
Cozy - RIP. My Mom&Dad had many, MANY fun nights with you @ Club Avalon. Also, the cruised with Cozy; my Dad was a videographer and captured Cozy's attention. He sent some pix to him. They always told me what a terrific person he was. My condolences to his wife and family. God bless and will donate to Cape May Zoo in his memory.
Dusty & Barbara Van Name
August 26, 2013
Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Cozy was the best. He was one funny man who always made us laugh and loved to entertain. I mentioned to him how much my aunt had always loved him and a week later he gave me a tape and autographed a picture to give to her. How thoughtful he was. Entertaining us at Marlene and Paul's wedding was the best. He will be truly missed. We love you.
Dusty and Barbara
August 26, 2013
RIP, Mr Morley. We saw so many times at your club in Wildwood. My Mom would laugh so hard at your jokes. Now you can tell them to her all over again in heaven. You sang Happy birthday to me on my 18th birthday,many, many years ago. Yes, we will think of you when we hear and or sing On the way to Cape May. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Mike Dougherty
August 26, 2013
Just an absolute gift or a human being.
Joe Fragala
August 26, 2013
Thanks for the memories Cozy, rest in peace!
Julian Pressley
August 26, 2013
I remember sitting on the stage in the band that was backing up Cozy. The band would be laughing as hard as the audience. Cozy was a beautiful man and I am proud to call him a friend. There will never be another like him and I'm glad to have been able to spend time with him. Cozy, we're going to miss you.
August 26, 2013
I will always remember the surprise visits Cozy would give us, when on his way to a local benefit. Being his cousin, Cozy would ask mom (Emma) her opinoin on his newest punch lines or jokes. Those visits always brought laughter and reminded me how proud I was that Cozy was our family. COZY you will be missed yet your memory will go on forever. Those summers spent helping you the Club Avalon, as well as the Continental, were my best summers. You always had room for family, and made us proud to be YOUR family. You are up there with mom,dad, Hoagie and many others who have been waiting to hear your jokes again. Keep them laughing Cozy, you are loved by ALL.
Barb, Marlton
John Knebels
August 26, 2013
Cozy brings a great résumé to God. Can't do any better than that! Thanks for sharing yourself with the world, Cozy!!
Jerry Conway
August 26, 2013
Sorry to say the another GOLDEN OLDIE of our Wildwood Days has left us. God bless you Cozy for all the joy you brought so many fans.
Weick Family
August 26, 2013
My Dad and Uncle grew up with Cozy in South Philly and marched together with the revamped Fralinger SB (my Dad still called him Tom whenever they would see each other). Cozy was so nice to my sister Judy (who had down syndrome)through the years. My family will never forget you Cozy. You are now an angel in Heaven reunited with your family and lifelong friends. May God Bless You!
August 26, 2013
Now appearing nightly the The Club Avalon Room of The Lord's Lounge...to steal another comic's line (wink) "Thank's for the memories"...
A Fan
August 26, 2013
RIP Cozy and thanks for the memories and fun times at the Club Avalon in N. Wildwood. My mom and dad and family all had a great time every summer, year after year. Bet you'll go to heaven "All Dolled Up" while the choir sings, "Just a Closer Walk with Thee". We'll think of you whenever we hear "On the Way to Cape May". Peace to your wife and family.
Carol & John Black
August 26, 2013
I will always remember the funny talks on the phone with Cozy and Roberta & Cozy always asking about John.
All the fond memories - especially the time at the club & Wildwood home.
Cozy will surely be missed.
Sincerely,
Catherine
August 26, 2013
Rest in Peace Cozy
Catherine
August 26, 2013
Dear Morley Family
We will all miss Cozy. A great entertainer. Loved all his tapes play now and then for a good clean laugh. Learn something new everyday---like I didn't know Hoagie was you brother.another good laugh all the time Well keep everyone on their toes in Heaven. Rest in Peace Cozy Keep then laughing Bless you all
Bobby Loeber
August 26, 2013
My mom and i worked for Bobbie with Dinner tours many years ago and was handed my very 1st Cozy Morley Comedy Cassette. I still repeat some of his jokes!! Wildwood ICON and funny, kind man!! Our sincerest condolences from Bob, Norma and Jim Loeber
Margie Schernecke
August 26, 2013
Our prayers go out to Bobbi and the Morley family. He brought so much fun and laughs to our family. The Molony's, Kane's, Moocks and Schernecke will miss you Coz. God Bless you for all the joy you brought to us all. Margie Moock Schernecke
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