Nicholas Fusaro, 71, Worcester, passed away Sunday, December 13th 2015 due to injuries sustained in a house fire. Nicholas was born on July 14, 1944, in Worcester, a son of the late Joseph and Angelina (Ritacco) Fusaro. Nicholas is survived by several cousins and extended family members. A sister, Dorothy Fusaro, passed away November 19, 2015. His other sister, Mary Grace Fusaro, passed on the same day due to injuries suffered from the fire. Two other brothers, Carmine and Nunziato Fusaro, also predeceased him. A Joint funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, February 9th at 11:00 am in Our Lady of Loreto Church, 37 Massasoit Road. Burial will follow in the family lots in St. John Cemetery. A period to pay respects will be held from 10 am to 11 am in Our Lady of Loreto Church prior to Mass. In lieu of flowers memorial remembrances can be made to Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church, 24 Mulberry St. The MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St is honored to assist the family with arrangements.