Sabatino (Dino) Fusco – 65, of North Reading, formerly of Prezza, Italy and Medford died at Martha’s Vineyard Hospital in Oak Bluffs, MA on Saturday, August 6, 2022.
Born in Prezza, Abruzzo (Province of L’Aquila), Italy on February 16, 1957. He was the son of the late Antonio and Concetta (Navarroli) Fusco. He was raised in Medford and was a graduate of Medford Vocational High School – Electrical Program. Dino worked previously at MITRE Corporation, Teradyne, Inc., Brandeis University and currently as an Electrician for MIT Lincoln Laboratory for 20 years. He was known to his co-workers at MIT as the “Daddy of Electricians” and was extremely proud of his profession. Dino’s world centered around his wife and three children. He went above and beyond for his family, friends, neighbors and co-workers and was always there to lend a helping hand. Dino enjoyed his cups of coffee with his wife every morning as well as nightly Espresso and also enjoyed reading and relaxing in the sun whenever he could.
Dino was the king of making his famous pizza, calzones, homemade pasta and pies and happily shared with all. Dino was passionate about making homemade red wine every Fall; it was his favorite holiday tradition to give the finished product to his family and friends.
Family members include his loving wife of 38 years, Ernestine (Corea) Fusco; his son, Alexandro (Alex) Fusco and his wife Kristi of Kennebunk, ME; daughters, Ariana Fusco of Malden and Kristina Fusco of Hermosa, Beach, CA; his brother, Peter Fusco of San Diego, CA and his sister, Claire Penta of Medford, MA; one grandson, Leonardo (Leo) Fusco and many nieces and nephews.
His Funeral will be held from the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading on Monday, August 15 at 8:45 AM, followed by a 10:00 AM Funeral Mass at St. Theresa’s Church, 63 Winter Street, North Reading. Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 14 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery in North Reading. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA 02215. www.croswellfuneralhome.com
My very deepest, heartfelt sympathies Ernestine to you and your family. God’s strength at this very difficult time.
Sad to hear this news and my condolences go out to his family. I always enjoyed talking with Dino. He loved his kids an his wife. Rest in Piece Dino!
I’m so very sorry, Ernie. My heart goes out to you and your family. Thoughts and prayers for you all at this very difficult time. — Moe Knight
My sincerest condolences, Ernie. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. –Lori Simoglou
I am so very sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time.
I worked with Dino at Mitre for many years. He was a great guy and a excellent electrician.
Ernestine and family, my deepest condolences for your loss. Sharing in your sadness as you remember Dino.
I worked with Dino at MIT Lincoln Laboratory. He was skilled, friendly, funny and an extremely dedicated hard worker. I will miss my chats with him in the cafeteria. My condolences to his wife, children, and the rest of his family and friends. Rest in Peace, Dino.
Our sincere condolences Ernestine and the entire family during this difficult time. We will forever remember our neighbor and dearest friend Dino, our great times with Dino and the kids Friday pizza nights, Dino was one of a kind, such a special person. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Lots of love, hugs and prayers
I am so very sorry to hear this sad news. My sincere condolences to Ernie and her children. He was a wonderful man.
He is now resting in peace
So sad Ari I am thinking of you! May dad Rest In Peace. Think of all the wonderful memories and cherish them forever
So sad to hear of Dino’s passing. Dino was a well respected employee and a hard worker. He will be missed for his expertise in the field. My deepest condolences to the family. Sorry for your loss.
Ernestine, Alex, Ariana, Kristina and Family, We are terribly sorry for your tremendous loss. We have many wonderful memories with Dino and all of you growing up! Sending so much love, strength and prayers to you all today and always. Love, Shauna DeMarco and Family and Gino and Vincent Colafella
Ernestine & Family, we were so sorry to hear of the passing of Dino.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Pat & Kathi Lee
Ernestine, Alex, Ariana Kristina and family,
I was so very sad to hear the passing of Dino. I just heard about it this morning.
He was an extraordinary man and I was honored to have known him.
He was very loved and will be missed by many.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Bruce Rubin