Nicola “Nick” Lancia, age 97, of Bridgeport, died peacefully on Sunday October 9, 2022. Mr. Lancia was born in Pettorano Sul Gizio, Italy and was a Bridgeport resident most of his life. He was the co-owner of the former Venetian Gardens Restaurant a Bridgeport landmark. He was predeceased by his parents; Andrea and Giuseppina Lancia, two sisters Rosaria (Gino)Ginnetti and Margherita Ferrelli. He is survived by his brother-in-law Liberato (Mike) Ferrelli and several nieces and nephews. Friends may greet the family on Thursday October 13, 2022 from 3 to 7 pm at the Larson Funeral Home, 2496 North Ave, Bridgeport. Entombment will be private in St. Monica Mausoleum in the Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Trumbull. In lieu of flowers donations maybe made to either St. Jude Children Hospital, PO Box 50 Memphis,TN or Anthonian Association of the friends of St. Anthony of Padua, 6107 N. Kenmore Ave, STE 5, Chicago, IL 60660. To light a candle or leave a condolence on line go to www.larsonfh.com