Antonino "Tony" Morici, Sr., 78, of Palmer Twp. passed away Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at his home surrounded by family. Born on August 23, 1947 in Santo Stefano di Camastra, Sicily, he was the son of the late Francesco and Annunziata (Cerniglia) Morici.

He was the proprietor of Morici's Restaurant on College Hill in Easton. Tony was a devout Catholic. He was a member of St. Jane Frances de Chantal Catholic Church and The Holy Cross Society. He was an excellent cook, always making delicious Italian dishes. He enjoyed making homemade wine to share with family and friends. He treasured his moments with his children and grandchildren.

Tony is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Maria (Galati) Morici; sons, Frank Morici and his wife, Meghan of Nazareth, PA; Santo Morici and his wife, Ashley of Gainesville, GA; Anthony "Nino" Morici, Jr. and his wife, Bobbie of Palmer Twp., PA; sister Giovanna Galati of Palmer Twp., PA; and grandchildren, Nino, Sammy, Dominic, Natalie, Santino, Madelyn, Gianna, Luciano, and Colton.

Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Morello Funeral Home, Inc., 3720 Nicholas Street, Easton, PA (Palmer Twp.) An additional calling hour will be held on Thursday, December 18, 2025 from 8:45 AM until 9:45 AM at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday at 10:30 AM at St. Jane Frances de Chantal Catholic Church, 4049 Hartley Avenue, Easton, PA. Interment will follow at St. Anthony's Cemetery, 520 Cedarville Road, Easton, PA. Memorial contributions may be made in Tony's name to Saint Padre Pio Shrine, 111 Barto Road, Barto, PA 19504. Online condolences may be offered at www.morellofuneralhome.com