It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Morisi, our loving mother and friend to all whose lives she touched, on Friday, October 28, 2022.
Elizabeth devoted her life to her late husband, Donald, and children, Terry, Julie, and Scott. She was a strong woman, a survivor of breast cancer, as well as many other challenges. Those challenges never stopped her from always being there for her family and spending time with her grandchildren.
Elizabeth grew up in Brooklyn with her parents, Stanley and Josephine Defato, and siblings, Barbara, Patricia, Kathy, and James. When Elizabeth’s children were young, she worked very hard outside the home while being an exceptional wife and mother at the same time.
Elizabeth enjoyed planning trips with her siblings and their spouses to many destinations, including Hawaii, one of her favorites. She loved spending time in the Poconos with her daughter, Julie, her husband, Sal and their children, Jaclyn, Chris & Nicole and all of her many nieces and nephews. She also enjoyed taking many trips to visit her son, Terry and his family.
In her later years, Elizabeth valued all of the relationships she built with her neighbors at The Tides. Between the book club, bingo, and all of the other many activities, there was always something to look forward to and she really loved her time there.
Elizabeth cared deeply for her family, friends and neighbors. She was a generous and loving person who always was the first to help someone in need. She always thought of others before herself.
A visitation will be held at Cherubini McInerney Funeral Home in Staten Island, NY on Sunday, November 6th, 2022, from 4 to 8 p.m. It will be followed by a burial at Ocean View Cemetery right after a service at the funeral home on November 7th, 2022, 10:30 a.m.
From our family to yours, please enjoy this memorial tribute for Elizabeth Morisi
Service
Viewing
Cherubini McInerney Funeral Home
1289 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, New York 10302
Sunday, November 6, 2022
4:00pm - 8:00pm
Service
Cherubini McInerney Funeral Home
1289 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, New York 10302
Monday, November 7, 202210:30am
Burial
Ocean View Cemetery
3315 Amboy Rd, Staten Island, NY 10306
Monday, November 7, 2022
Marie says
Liz was a beautiful person, I enjoyed our very many conversations. She will be missed.
Terry Morisi says
Thank you for your kindness in honoring our late mother Elizabeth Morisi… Your thoughtfulness and generosity are much appreciated by the entire family. We are immensely grateful for beautiful people like you at this time of sorrow.
Carol TenEyck says
We are so sorry to hear of Liz passing … prayers and condolences to the family 🙏 .
Love , Josephine and Carol TenEyck
Terry Morisi says
Thank you for your kindness in honoring our late mother Elizabeth Morisi… Your thoughtfulness and generosity are much appreciated by the entire family. We are immensely grateful for beautiful people like you at this time of sorrow.
Lorraine Lettieri says
My Dear Sweet Cousin Elizabeth and family.
I was very sad to hear of her passing. My deepest sympathy. I recall fondly visiting her so often at her job in Rockefeller Center, when I worked a few blocks from her. We always gossiped about our crazy family. Living on Staten Island when Scott was growing up, being the same age as my son Greg, we used to spend so many times together at sporting events – watching the boys play basketball and baseball – those were fun times. She was very special to my Mother and they were very close. Over the years we always stayed in touch. She was one of the few cousins to always connect to me. One of the best memories of a memorable event will always be the trip we took upstate with her and Donald and my sister Lucy to Cousin Nettie’s and George’s 50th Wedding Anniversary. Elizabeth was a very special person, proud Mother and Grandmother and always spoke with love of the family. Loved her Mother and Father and Siblings beyond measure. Truly a kind and gentle soul. She will be missed. Rest in Peace Liz.
Love Cousin Lorraine
Terry Morisi says
Thank you for your kindness in honoring our late mother Elizabeth Morisi… Your thoughtfulness and generosity are much appreciated by the entire family. We are immensely grateful for the beautiful people like you at this time of sorrow.
Lisa Cetta says
I am so very sorry for your loss. Keep her in your heart and know that you were loved by the best.
Terry Morisi says
Thank you for your kindness in honoring our late mother Elizabeth Morisi… Your thoughtfulness and generosity are much appreciated by the entire family. We are immensely grateful for the beautiful people like you at this time of sorrow.
Lorraine Lettieri says
My deepest sympathy in the passing of my sweet special cousin Elizabeth. Over the years we always managed to stay in touch. Many happy memories shared of watching our boys play sports on Staten Island when Scott and my son Greg were in school. We used to see each other every weekend and share memories of the family. A special memory was the time we went to Cousin Nettie’s 50th wedding anniversary with Don, Liz and my sister Lucy.
She was a very special person, mother, wife, daughter and sister. I will miss her and very sad for her passing. My sympathy to Terry, Julie and the family. RIP LIZ.
Love Cousin Lorraine, Rudy Lettieri and family.
Terry Morisi says
Thank you for your kindness in honoring our late mother Elizabeth Morisi… Your thoughtfulness and generosity are much appreciated by the entire family. We are immensely grateful for the beautiful people like you at this time of sorrow.
Sara and Alan says
It is with profound sadness that we write this. Though it has been a long time since Liz left Amador Street, she is remembered as a wonderful neighbor and friend.
Terry Morisi says
Thank you for your kindness in honoring our late mother Elizabeth Morisi… Your thoughtfulness and generosity are much appreciated by the entire family. We are immensely grateful for the beautiful people like you at this time of sorrow.
Tom and Kristen Fleming says
To Terry and family, our sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. We know how devoted to her you were in her times of need, and how much you were looking forward to being there for her when you retired. God had other plans for your mother just like he does for you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire extended family.
Terry Morisi says
Tom & Kristen:
My family and I greatly appreciate your love and prayers. My mom was an amazing strong woman and a very caring member of her communities in Staten Island/New Jersey. She’s already so terribly missed…
Anthony Berens says
It has always been said that children are a direct reflection of their parents, their values and their beliefs. Elizabeth and Don are visible in their children and grandchildren. She was a lovely person, always putting others before herself. Heaven just called the Angel back home.
Tom and Jodi Yessler says
Terry and family, our deepest condolences to you and your family on the passing of your mom. May your happy memories bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time. Although we never met your mom, we are sure that she was a special person as she raised an amazing person such as yourself. We are sending our prayers and comfort to you and your family.
Richie Calabrese says
To Terry and Julie +fam, I’m so sorry for your lose.
I have a lot of GOOD memories of summers spent on Buckhill rd. Always making a big breakfast, then to the Pool or the lake, and patching up all my scrapes and bruises from all the stupid crap me and my brothers use to do. I didn’t realize it than, but taking me and my brothers for weeks at time seems insane to me now, I’m very appreciative of Aunt Liz and your father visiting me at the hospital multiple times when i got into my accident and checking in on me after.
R.I.P. Aunt Elizabeth
Love Richie
Matt Bliss says
Terry, my deepest sympathy and condolences on the loss of your mother. I know she was a remarkable person because I know the character of her remarkable son. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.
Robert Pertuso says
On behalf of the FBI Michigan family, we offer our deepest sympathies to Terry and his family. We know how important family was to Terry and that his Mom will be sorely missed by all who knew her.
Gary Galdes says
Terry,
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Losing a loved one is never easy. You were a very devoted son. We know that from the many road trips that you made to visit your mom during the past couple of years. Condolences to you and your entire family. Know that your mother is in a better place now in the comfort of heaven.
Bobbie Bero says
Dear Terry and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. From the memories you’ve shared over the years and judging by the exceptional man she raised in you, your mother was an amazing woman, who loved her family dearly. I am sure your dedication and commitment to be with her as often as you could (and the attempts at Facetime when you couldn’t be there) brought her much love, comfort, and joy. You, Tracy, Noah and Ava will be in my thoughts and prayers.
“Be still, my soul: The hour is hast’ning on
When we shall be forever with the Lord,
When disappointment, grief, and fear are gone,
Sorrow forgot, love’s purest joys restored.
Be still, my soul: When change and tears are past,
All safe and blessed we shall meet at last.”
Marty Kerstens says
My condolences to the Morisi family on the passing of Elizabeth. Although I never had the pleasure of meeting her, I know Terry well, and he undoubtedly inherited his devotion and love of family from both Elizabeth and Donald. May she Rest In Peace!
Patty Rossiter says
Terry and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. My your time with family and sharing of memories being you peace during this difficult time. Your mom’s dedication to family will continue to shine in you and your family. Prayers to you and your entire family.
Andrea Pagliughi says
Our condolences on the passing of your mom. My parents, Anna and Anthony Pagliughi, and I have wonderful memories of their time with Liz and Donald (my father’s Best Man back in 1966). Sending a warm hug to you all.
Much love,
Andrea Pagliughi, Stefano and Lorenzo Udarelli
New York, NY
Tim and Aida Stallings says
Terry and family. Our deepest condolences for you and your family! I know you loved your mother very much and I know how much her declining health affected you over the last few months. You have many good memories to hold on to and I hope they provide you some amount of comfort as you remember them through the coming days. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Karen Jabalee says
My condolences to you and your family. I know how close you all are. It’s very tough to lose a mom. I know she’s looking down on you with pride for not only being a great Agent, but also for being a caring son. May God comfort you and your family through this tough time. Love Karen
Barb Smerecki says
May God’s Peace rest always on her soul. I know her light will continue to shine through the lives of her loved ones.
Barbara Smerecki
HIDTA – Detroit, MI
Craig Summers says
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Craig Summers
Anna and Bruno Pagliughi says
Dear Terry, Julie and family,
We are saddened and shocked to hear of Liz’s passing. We have such fond memories of traveling with them on several occasions. She was always a dedicated wife and mother who loved the family. Liz was a real trooper when we went hiking in Sedona and. British Columbia despite having trouble walking. She surprised herself as well as us when we finished several nice hikes. We will remember her caring jovial personality and pray that she may Rest In Peace with Donald and Scott. Sorry we were unable to be at the service, but know she is in our hearts.
With sincere sympathy,
Anna and Bruno Pagliughi
Audra JoliCoeur DeWalt says
Terry and family,
I am so saddened to learn of the loss of your mother. I know how difficult it is to loose a parent, and the pain is deep-felt. Hopefully, the years you spent together allowed you to create some wonderful memories that will help you through this difficult time. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Our deepest condolences.
Audra JoliCoeur DeWalt and Ray DeWalt