Anthony M. Fusco, 83, of Hamden, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at his home with his family by his side. He was the beloved husband of 59 years to Carol Scafariello Fusco. Anthony was born in New Haven on August 7, 1936 and was the son of the late Frank and Antoinette Gargano Fusco. He served his country faithfully in the US Army. Anthony was a meat cutter all his life and was the owner/operator of the former Ye Olde Butcher Shoppe of Hamden for many years. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Carmel Council of Hamden, enjoyed playing cards and was a car enthusiast, especially when it came to his cherry red Cadillac. Father of Lisa Hackley and Jeffrey Fusco (Janiece). Grandfather of Nicholas and Jonathan Fusco. Brother of Arthur Fusco. Predeceased by his grandson Eddie Hackley, Jr.
Family and friends are invited to go directly to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 2819 Whitney Avenue, Hamden on Saturday, February 1st at 11:00 to attend a Mass of Christian burial. There will be no visiting hours. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 200 Executive Blvd., Suite 4B, Southington, CT 06489. The Havens Family, North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue has been entrusted with the arrangements.www.
Lisa and Family,
I remember first meeting your Dad when he was on School Street and always being so helpful picking out meats and sharing recipes. Who knew we would be connected later in life. With our deepest sympathy and sending love to your Mom. Within our hearts and memories those we love remain with us always.
Love, Ern and Maureen xoxo
To the Fusco Family,
I met you Dad when he had has butcher shop in Hamden. “Ye Olde Butcher Shop..”. I had never seen a real life butcher shop in my life. The last “Ye Olde Butcher Shop”. Was in Hamden, CT. On Whitney Ave. Up a 45 degree hill near Odie’s.
We are so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. He was a gentle person and always has a smile on his face Nancy, Kelly and Mary Moule