Paul “Paolo” Morelli, died Saturday at home.
Born 8/27/1940 in Villa Coldei Canali, Perugia Italy, he was the only son of Livia Pellegrini Morelli and Claudio Morelli. Paul emigrated to America in 1953 on the Andrea Doria from Naples to New York. He moved to Jessup and attended school there until he left at age 14 to work at Lucci’s Bakery. He later worked as a baker at Mineo’s Pies, Williams Bakery, and Krispy Kreme. For several years he owned The Golden Donut in West Scranton. He served in the US Army as a cook from 1961- 63.
Paul loved practical jokes, dancing, making a good deal, bowling, playing pool, karaoke, cooking, game shows, and Sudoku. He enjoyed cooking for others, especially making gnocchi and polenta on the board. He was kind, funny and forgiving.
He is survived by his identical twin daughters, Lindy Morelli, Scranton; and Livia Morelli Gallo ( James), Dunmore; grandchildren, Caroline Smith (Connor), Louis Gallo ( Gillian ), and great-grandchildren, Nico, Luca, and Jamie Smith.
A viewing will be held on Tuesday from 4-7 pm in the Thomas J Hughes Funeral Home Inc, St Ann Street, Scranton with special prayers for the repose of his soul.
In memory of Paul, go have some pizza and sing "That's Amore" at karaoke
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Rocco Petrillo
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Dear Lindy I’m truly sorry for your loss, my deepest condolences to you, and your family, Heavenly Father eternal rest grant to Paolo Oh Lord, and let Your Heavenly Light Shine Upon him may Paolo and all the faithfully departed rest in love and mercy of Jesus Christ,
Amen
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dr ken and pam savitski
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Dear Livia and Jim,
We are very sorry to read about Dad. We are both sure that he is looking down from heaven knowing that he was truly loved by his family and friends. We will keep Dad and your family in our daily prayers. Livia, we also thank you for all that you did for our family just a few weeks ago during our Moms passing.
Deepest Sympathy
ken and pam savitski
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Cheri Emily
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Sincere condolences to the family and friends of this jovial Italian gentleman. Paolo's pride in his heritage was always reflected in his smile every time he spoke of Italy, his family and friends. God bless and may he rest in eternal peace.
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