Anthony F. Morea

January 12, 1935 - December 15, 2009

Anthony F. Morea, 74, of Wayside, passed away on Tuesday, December 15 at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Neptune. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., he spent most of his life in Middletown prior to moving to Wayside. He was a graduate of Lincoln H.S. in Brooklyn and received his B.A. from Brooklyn College. He served in the United States Air Force from 1952 to 1960. He worked on Wall Street for 40 years and then retired from NASDAQ, New York in 1993 as Chief Operating Officer. Anthony will always be remembered for the love of his family, his devotion to his friends and for helping others. He was a kind and caring man who was known for his wonderful sense of humor. He loved to watch his grandchildren in their sports, theatre etc. He was an avid boater, fisherman and found peace at sea. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years Betty, his caring daughters; Laura Travers and her husband Michael, Lisa Novoa and her husband Roberto, 5 grandchildren; Kristin, David, Taylor, Michael and Isabella, 2 step grandchildren; Tito and Sofia, his brother; Junior DeMartino. He also is survived by his extended family.