Anthony E. Fusco, Sr.
Anthony E. Fusco, Sr, age 85, of 41 Jones Hill Rd, West Haven, passed away on June 13, 2010. Born in New Haven on March 18, 1925, he was the husband of the late Justina (Napoletano) Fusco. He was predeceased by his parents, Antonio and Josephine (Onofrio) Fusco and siblings Antim 'Jack' Fusco, Edward John Fusco, Louis Richard Fusco, Tomasino Palange and Florence Monaco. Tony is survived by one sister, Rosemarie Coelho, his daughter, Dorothy & her husband Edwin Dillman, his son Anthony E. & his wife Patricia White Fusco, Jr, all of West Haven, his grandchildren, Kimberly (Sean) McCreven, Steven (Jade Buda) Dillman, Emily (Stephen) Kelsey and Cynthia (Sean) Duerden and 10 great grandchildren. Tony served in World War II in the US Navy on LST 226 where he saw action in the Pacific Theater. He was a baker and cake decorator, retired from Lucibello's Italian Bakery. He also worked for Wolfe's Bakery in West Haven. Tony was a multi-media artist and a member of the Brush and Palette Club and the John Slade Ely House in New Haven. Over the years he won awards for oil painting, pen and ink and sculpture. He played the piano, accordion and keyboard. Tony loved and was loved by his children, grandchildren, nieces & nephews whom he often entertained and taught to draw and color in his 'Art Room'. He was a lover of cinema & movies & Hollywood trivia. He enjoyed attending reunions with his Navy shipmates, trips to Atlantic City & horse racing. His funeral will leave from BEECHER & BENNETT - TAYLOR FUNERAL HOME, 410 Campbell Ave. West Haven on Wednesday June 16th at 10:30 am, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am in Our Lady of Victory Church. Friends may also visit with his family at the funeral home on Tuesday from 4 to 8 PM. Interment with Military Honors will take place in St. Lawrence Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory may be made to Conn. Hospice Inc- 100 Double Beach Rd, Branford, CT 06405.
We love you Poppie. You will be missed dearly. All our love – Kim, Sean, Nick and Jake 🙂
Sending all my prayers to the Fusco Family. Love Michele J.
Tony, You have been such a good son and friend to your Dad. It has been an inspiration! The enjoyment, trials and tribulations you shared with your Dad in the last few years was evidence of your devotion and love for him. We’ll miss your stories about him! May he rest in peace. Love, Judy
You are in our prayers. He was such a kind person. Remember all the positive things he added to your life. Please call if you need anything. Joe & Ann
Dear Tony and Patti, I’m sorry that I was unable to extend my condolences in person. Your Dad had a full life. Tony I see you hold many of the interests that your Dad had. I’m sure you will keep those fond memories close. My prayers are with you both. Love, Pam and Jim Bradley
Tony, My sincere condolences to you and your family. You were there for your Dad when it counted. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.