Anthony: Morgano

1939 - 2024

Morgano - Anthony: On May 3, 2024, Anthony "Tony" Morgano, beloved husband and devoted father of two, passed away at the age of 84. Born in 1939 in Brooklyn, NY to Italian working-class parents, he was raised with two loving brothers and a large, tight-knit, extended family. When asked about the greatest things in life, Tony would always say it was having a close family and good friends. Tony attended Brooklyn Technical High School, earned an MBA from St. John's University and quickly attained his CPA. He met Priscilla while they were both undergraduates at Queens College. They married and had two sons, Frank and George. The family moved to Garden City, NY, where they settled into a home with a fireplace and a large backyard, luxuries Tony had not experienced in NYC. Soon he purchased a bungalow in eastern Long Island, just a half-block from the Nissequogue River, providing a retreat for the family and keeping them close to his large extended family, many of whom had moved nearby. Summers were spent boating, fishing, and enjoying nature, as Tony cherished lifelong relationships. Over the years, Tony and Priscilla traveled the world whenever possible, often bringing their children along to share in the adventures. Tony steadily built a remarkable career. Notably, at Elektra Records he was involved in the process of selecting The Doors first single, Light My Fire, and at New York Magazine he played a key role in rebuilding the company following its acquisition by Rupert Murdoch, with whom he regularly met. It was at American Express Publishing where he led for 20 years alongside a gifted group of passionate people, many who he would consider friends, and a few, like family. He was instrumental in purchasing Food & Wine Magazine, launching Departures Magazine, and building Travel + Leisure into a powerhouse. Yet throughout he remained humble, honest and would always give more than he took. Tony retired at the pinnacle of his career and enjoyed the next 20 years with the love of his life, Priscilla, splitting their time between Garden City, Westhampton Beach and Sarasota. We didn't know the end was so near, but we also knew it couldn't be too far. We had time to talk, share, confess, laugh, cry and prepare. We are blessed that we were able to spend so much time together. Anthony was an outstanding father and husband and is survived by his adoring wife of 60 years, Priscilla; his loving children, Frank and George; his cherished grandchildren, Tyson and Kylie, and his faithful dog, Theo. We collectively mourn his passing and lovingly celebrate his life. Services for Anthony Morgano will be on Tuesday, May 21, at 10:00am at St. Martha Catholic Church, 200 N Orange Ave., Sarasota, FL 34236. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Anthony's name to one of the following charities: Hearts for Russ (organ donation): www.heartsforruss.org or The Cancer Research Institute: www.cancerresearch.org/ways-to-give.