It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Anthony N. Fusco Sr. in Wilmington, Delaware, who passed away on June 14, 2024, at the age of 93, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Madalena Fusco and Francesco Fusco; his wife Catherine A. Rapuano; and his siblings, Josephine, Dominic and Rosario.

He is survived by: his children, Anthony N. Fusco, Jr. (Cathy), Josephine Vassallo (Frank) and Cheryl Staffieri; his cousin Luigi Cherico; his grandchildren, Matthew Petruccelli (Meredith), Picara Vassallo, Andrea Coan, Frank Vassallo, IV (Christina) and Joseph Staffieri (Maria); and his great grandchildren, Delphine, Julian, Everett, Giuseppe, Giuliana, Madalena, Sophia, Georgina and Francesco.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Salesianum School (sals1903.org/Fusco or 1801 N. Broom Street, Wilmington, DE 19802), Ursuline Academy (1106 Pennsylvania Avenue, Wilmington DE 19806), or St. Mark's High School (2501 Pike Creek Road, Wilmington, DE 19808).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Corleto-Latina Funeral Home and Crematory

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June 19, 2024

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“In loving memory of Anthony N. Fusco Sr., Our thoughts and prayers are with your whole family during this difficult time. Tony was an unforgettable force of nature who excelled in every venture he undertook. He always had a loud "hello" for everyone and asked how you were doing. He had a brilliant business mind and we were in awe of his work ethic. He was the epitome of the American Dream and we will always remember Tony and how our lives are better for having known him.”

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St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church

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St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church

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Cathedral Cemetery
2300 Lancaster Ave, Wilmington, DE 19805

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