Birth date: Jul 12, 1916 Death date: Mar 19, 2015
Josephine A. (Valerio) Morga, 98, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully at Crouse Hospital on Thursday, March 19, 2015. She was born and raised on Rider Avenue in Syracuse and lived there until she was 80. Most recently, she resided Read Obituary
Aunt Jo,
Thinking of you today and missing you. I have your picture on my family wall (you and Jason at family reunion).
Much love,
Jaime Hathaway
The Morga Family: Dear David and Terry :we were saddened to hear of your motther's passing. You were truly blessed to have had a parent for all these years. Be assured of our prayers for you, and those you love, at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Laura and Mike Mancuso
Valerie, Suzie, David and Steve...
I have many fond childhood memories of time spent at 115 Rider Ave. Your mom created a place that made people feel welcome and at home. She was the calm and patient voice of authority who so skillfully managed the harmless but never ending chaos created by her own children and all of us who were fortunate enough to call ourselves your friends. Your mom may have often been the shortest person in the room but all of us looked up to her; she was the benevolent boss and we loved her.
There must have been times when your Mom wanted to send all of the "extra" children home so she could get some peace and quiet but she never let it show. Looking back, it occurs to me that I was a childhood squatter. Who would have ever wanted to leave the Morga residence? Besides all the girl stuff that was going on (Barbie Dolls, hopscotch, walks down the hill to Gabriel's and later to Mundy Branch Library)there was so much to learn from observing the comings and goings of older brothers David and Steve. I'm positive my introduction to the Beach Boys and to a vehicle known as a "Corvette" took place at Morga's house. And Suzie, you were the cutest little sister ever. I hope we didn't pick on you too much but we probably did.
Valerie... Friday nights at the bowing alley with your dad,weekend sleepovers, Sunday mass at Our Lady of Pompei, Columbus Bakery for warm Italian bread. So many great, great memories of time spent with you and your family, thanks to the generosity and good nature of both of your wonderful parents.
Wishing your family comfort and peace. Loved your parents and love you all.
Diane Dooley
So sorry to hear. Condolences to Suzie, Val, Steve and David. I grew up across the street on Rider Ave and Mrs. Morga was the nicest person. When I used to take her garbage cans in for her. she would always try to pay me. I always refused and told her that's the way I was brought up. She loved to hear that because she and my Mom were very good friends. She and my Mom are probably playing canasta together right now. :)
The last of the rider ave legacy. Wow what memories I have of aunt Jo and uncle Jim. I lived with them upstairs in their home for three yes. I grew up with all the kids .She and uncle Jim were the best neighbors anybody would want. You will be missed by so many friend and all I can say is I'm so sorry. Heaven has gained at wonderful women and angel. RIP Aunt Joe.
Steve & Family....Condolence from your friends and classmates from Syracuse Central Tech HS on the passing of your beautiful mother. Know that you are in our thought and prayers now and always. Kathleen Niles-Overton
Dear Sue and Family, I am so sorry to read of your Mom's passing. Jodi is out of
town and I know she would want me to express her sympathy too.
"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can
steal." From a headstone in Ireland.
God Bless, Shelly Polge and Family
