Nicola Ruscitti, 93, of Milford, passed away, September 23, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family. He was the husband of the late Raffaela M. “Lena” (Ciamarra) Ruscitti who passed away in 2008. He was born in Cansano, Italy, son of the late Salvatore and Rocca Domenica (DiGiallonardo) Ruscitti and immigrated to Milford in 1958.
Mr. Ruscitti retired in 1992 from the former Wonder Bread Company where he was employed as a baker. He also was employed as a mason for local construction companies and was employed as an assembler at the former Milford Shoe Company. He was a communicant of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, a former member of the Milford Sons of Italy, Fooggiano Club and was an avid card and bocce player.
He is survived by his son Antonio S. Ruscitti and his wife Leontina of Milford, three grandchildren Sara Ruscitti, Nicola Ruscitti and Massimo Ruscitti all of Milford. He was predeceased by his brother Domenico Ruscitti and his sister Pasqua Ruscitti.
The funeral will be held Saturday, September 30, 2023 at 9 A.M. from the Consigli-Ruggerio Funeral Home 46 Water St. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 A.M. in the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church 7 East Main St. Burial will follow in the Sacred Heart Cemetery on Medway Rd in Milford.
Calling hours will be held Friday from 5 to 8 P.M.