Dr. Anthony S. Mackay-Morgan

Dr. Anthony (Tony) S. Mackay-Morgan MD, 74, of Simsbury, CT passed away peacefully at his home on September 12, 2024. Tony fought a valiant battle with early-onset Alzheimer's for almost 19 years.

Tony was raised by his beloved mother, Georgia, outside of Philadelphia. He graduated from Villanova University, then Hahnemann University Medical School in 1978. He completed his surgical residency at Hahnemann, then completed a 1-year Fellowship in Trauma at the Maryland Institute of Emergency Medical System (Shock Trauma) under the mentorship of Dr. R. Adams Cowley.

Tony accepted a newly created position at Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center in Hartford in 1984 as Chief of Trauma with the responsibility of developing and building the Trauma Program at the hospital. During his tenure, Tony was responsible for obtaining the hospitals' designation as a Level I Trauma Center, played a critical role in securing the hospital's participation in the LIFE STAR Program, developed the hospital's system of critical care and was aggressively involved in the development of the Connecticut State Trauma System.

In 1999, Tony became the first Black Chairman of Surgery in the state of Connecticut at Saint Francis and one of only a handful at that time to hold that title nationally. Tony was beloved for his dedication and compassion for victims of trauma and traumatic brain injury and their families. He developed 2 nationally awarded trauma prevention programs and spent years talking with hundreds of youths about the dangers of drinking and driving and gun violence. That dedication resulted in the establishment of The Anthony S. Morgan Trauma Center at Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center.

Outside his career, Tony was an avid runner. He also enjoyed fencing. His greatest enjoyment was spending time with his wife and sons. He and Linda traveled worldwide for both professional achievement and personal enjoyment. They traveled with their sons and family all over the country and enjoyed hiking in many National Parks. He took great pride in all his sons pursuing careers in healthcare with their focus on improving the lives of others. He taught them about the importance of selflessly giving back to society and others, in whatever area of passion they choose.

Tony is survived by his wife and soulmate, Linda who was by his side before and throughout his battle with Alzheimer's Disease. He is also survived by his four sons, Eric, Christian, Damian and Sean and his sister-in-law, Sandi Mackay. Linda and their family would like to recognize and thank, Michaela, who was Tony's companion and caregiver for over 9 years while Linda continued to work. Michaela unconditionally fostered quality of life and meaning for him for which his family are eternally grateful.

His family will receive friends on Thursday, September 26, 2024 from 5-8pm at Molloy Funeral Home, 906 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford. A celebration of his life will take place at the funeral home the following morning at 10am. Tony will take a final journey with family and friends past the Anthony S. Morgan Trauma Center at Saint Francis on route to the Simsbury Cemetery in Simsbury, Connecticut. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the Dr. Anthony S. Morgan Fund, mail to Saint Francis Foundation, 95 Woodland St., 2nd Floor, Hartford, CT 06105 or online at https://giving.saintfrancisdonor.com/donate.