Passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family at the Sault Area Hospital on Saturday, May 25, 2024 three months before his 94th birthday. Beloved husband of Carmel (Fuselli) for 66 years. Loving father of Annamarie Tucci (Claudio), Michael, John, Paul (Cyndy Kenyon) and Nikki (Mike Donaldson). Special Grampa of Christina Trevisan (Chris), Vanessa Labbe (Kyle), Jacob Secord, Mila DiPietro, Paige, Holly and Charley Donaldson. Great Grampa of Harper and Luca Trevisan and Lennon Labbe. Predeceased by his parents Rocco DiPietro and Luiga Rosa Marcantonio, and brothers Frank (Yola) and Joe (Anna). Also predeceased by his sister-in-law and brother-in-law Anne and Ed Schaefer. Son-in-law of the late Tony and Mimi Fuselli. He will be fondly remembered by his many special nieces and nephews.
Nick was born on August 24, 1930 in the village of Pretoro, Province of Chieti, in the mountains of Italy. He immigrated to Canada in 1951 to join his parents and brothers in their beautiful home on Cathcart Street. He met Carmel, who lived just down the street and they married on May 10, 1958. Nick was an avid gardener and took great pride in his yard. He had amazing apple and plum trees and loved growing lettuce and escarole in his garden. He always had the most beautiful roses, and pink petunias were planted every summer. He enjoyed visits from his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He loved holding the newest members of his family and always enjoyed having his picture taken with them. He loved hearing stories about them and loved watching them grow.
A private family service was held. Memorial donations to the Sault Area Hospital Foundation would be greatly appreciated.
The family would like to thank Dr. Gayle Yee for her many years of care. Also thank you to Dr. Aziz, Dr. Berry, Dr. Spadafora, all the special doctors, nurses and PSWs of 1B at Sault Area Hospital for their excellent care. Thank you to Kristen at Home and Community Care. Special thank you to all the wonderful PSWs from March of Dimes that cared for Nick at home. Many thanks to Rochelle from Bayshore, Jeff Orr from Community Paramedic Services and Sue Doucette from Group Health Centre for their many visits and compassionate care.
Arrangements entrusted to Northwood Funeral Home Cremation and Reception Centre (942 Great Northern Rd, 705-945-7758). www.northwoodfuneral.com