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NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2009SONS OF ITALY NEWS

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NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2009(ISSN 0038-1446)VOL. LXXXIV - NO. 6

Email: [email protected] • Website: www.osiama.org

The Annual Memorial Mass was held at the Madonna Queen National Shrine in East Boston on Sunday, November 7, 2009. This Mass is dedicated to all our departed brothers and sisters for their unselfi sh and devoted service to the Order Sons of Italy in America.

Many of our brothers and sis-ters traveled from Pittsfi eld, Lee, North Adams, New Hampshire, Worcester and surrounding towns to worship at this special Mass. The weather was perfect for just such an occasion and were welcomed by our State President James DiStefano.

The Mass commenced with

20th Annual Memorial Massby Dorothy Berlandi

a Procession by the Chairman, Benefit Insurance Officers, Grand Lodge Offi cers and State President James DiStefano and Mrs. Kathy DiStefano, who were directed to their pews by the members of the Wilmington Junior Lodge who served as Ushers.

The Altar Servers Justin Crisafulli and Guido DiVecchia followed with State Chaplain Reverend Gregory Mercurio. The music was provided by Mary Ann Bello and Donna Giu-liani. The Eucharistic Ministers were Delia Bartucca and Denise Furnari.

Junior Lodge members leading the procession to Mass.

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Congratulations to the winning team from the Lodge Piave Fiume #1036 in the Men’s Division Bocce Tournament. Pictured from left to right: Luciano Camilli, State President James DiStefano, Luigi D’Amico, Rocco Bottega, Lino Rullo (Captain), Giovanni Mucci, State Treasurer Michael DiStefano and Lodge Piave Fiume #1036 President and Sports Commission Chairman Stephen DeAngelis.

Congratulations to the 1st place team from the Francesco DeSantis Natick Lodge #1411 winners in the Women’s Division. Pictured from left to right: Luciano Camilli, State President James DiStefano, Judy Parant, Marguerite Sacchetti, Marisa Pilette, Ellie Mustone, State Treasurer Michael DiStefano, and Lodge Piave Fiume #1036 President and Sports Commission Chairman Stephen DeAngelis.

Highlights of the Purple Aster Ballby Dorothy Berlandi

BOCCE TOURNAMENTby Dorothy Berlandi

Back row left to right back row: Ann Hill, Margaret Campbell, Ron Hill, Denise Furnari, Mary-lou Abbatessa. Front row left to right: Linda Fouraux, Delia Bartucca, Rita Maletta-Robak, Florence Ferullo Kane and State President James DiStefano.


Sunday, October 11, 2009 the Columbus Day Parade took place in the North End of Boston. The participants lined up on Cambridge Street await-ing the start of the parade at 1:00 p.m.

Columbus Day Paradeby Dorothy Berlandi

This year the co-chairmen of the parade State Trustees Dr. John Christoforo and John Silva, Jr., did an outstanding job. They attended meetings for

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NO. 6 - November/December 200984TH YEAR OF PUBLICATION

STATE COUNCIL JAMES DI STEFANO State President CARMELITA BELLO State 1st Vice President ANTONIO SESTITO State 2nd Vice President FLORENCE FERULLO KANE Immediate Past President ROBERT BONCORE, ESQ. State Orator RON HILL State Recording Secretary CATHERINE BOURASSA State Financial Secretary MICHAEL DI STEFANO State Treasurer

STATE PAST PRESIDENTS KEVIN A. CAIRA JOSEPH A. RUSSO JOSEPH S. GIUFFRIDA PHILIP R. BONCORE, ESQ CHARLES H. PERENICK .HON. STATE PAST PRESIDENT PETER B. GAY, ESQ.

STATE TRUSTEES DISTRICT NO. 1 LOUIS E. FLORIANI, JR.

DISTRICT N0. 2 MARGARET CAMPBELL

DISTRICT NO. 3 FRANCO BATTISTA MATTHEW J. EZEKIEL

DISTRICT NO. 4 DR. JOHN CHRISTOFORO

DISTRICT NO. 5 DENISE FURNARI

DISTRICT NO. 6 MARIE JACKSON

DISTRICT NO. 7 THERESA FARINA

AT-LARGE CAROL ROSSI RICHARD R. SACCA JOHN J. SILVA, JR.

STATE CHAPLAINREV. GREGORY MERCURIO

President’sMessage

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from James DiStefano

GRAND LODGEEVENTS

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JANUARY 23, 2010 Organization & Education Workshop – Districts 3 & 4 Ambrose D. Cedrone Lodge, Newton, MA

FEBRUARY 20, 2010 Carnevale Veneziano The Crestview, Woburn, MA

MARCH 10, 2010 Organization & Education Workshop – Districts 1 & 2 ITAM Lodge, Pittsfi eld, MA

MAY 2, 2010 Law & Justice Day Breakfast Lombardo’s, Randolph, MA

MAY 8, 2010 Organization & Education Workshop – District 5 Braintree Sons of Italy, Braintree, MA

JUNE 5, 2010 Organization & Education Workshop – Districts 6 & 7 Victor Emanuel Lodge, Haverhill, MA

JUNE 12, 2010 State Convention Holiday Inn, Mansfi eld, MA

BENEFIT INSURANCE COMMISSION WALTER ROBAK, President

ANTHONY PANAGGIO, JR., TreasurerPAUL DI BONA, Secretary

COMMISSIONERSMary Ann Bello - Marjorie Cahn - Steven Cedrone

Diane Modica - Richard Picone - Ross Zagami

CHAIRMEN OF PERMANENT COMMISSIONS

BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMISSION ARTHUR BENNETT

CHARITABLE AND EDUCATIONAL TRUST ANGELO ROSSI

CHARITY COMMISSION MARYLOU ABBATESSA

COMMISSION FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE ALBERT DE NAPOLI

HISTORICAL COMMISSION DELIA BARTUCCA

ITALIAN CULTURE COMMISSION PATRICK MORENO

JUDICIARY COMMISSION PHILIP PRIVITERA

JUNIOR DIVISION COMMISSION CHARLES DE STEFANO

MAGAZINE COMMISSION PAMELA DONNARUMA

MEMBERSHIP COMMISSION ANTONIO SESTITO

ORGANIZATION AND EDUCATION COMMISSION STEPHEN A. COZZAGLIO

PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMISSION DOROTHY BERLANDI

SCHOLARSHIP COMMISSION DONNA GIULIANI

SPORTS COMMISSION STEPHEN DE ANGELIS

STATE DEPUTY RITA MALETTA-ROBAK

NATIONAL OFFICERS KEVIN A. CAIRA, National 2nd Vice President

RITA MALETTA-ROBAK, National Recording SecretaryPHILIP R. BONCORE, ESQ., National Past President

PETER B. GAY, National Past PresidentJOHN F. De PINTO, National TrusteeWALTER ROBAK, National Trustee

PHILIP PRIVITERA, National Foundation TrusteeJOSEPH RUSSO, National Foundation Trustee

Dear Brothers & Sisters,Kathy and I hope all members

and their families had a great Thanksgiving.

I trust all enjoyed the different events on our Italian Heritage Month Calendar. There was something for everyone. I would like to congratulate the hard working Italian Heritage Com-mittee headed by Dr. Stephen Maio, Mr. Lino Rullo and Kevin Caira, for an outstanding job. Kathy and I attended and en-joyed many of the events.

After a few date changes we fi nally held our annual Bocce Tournament at the Watertown Lodge who put out a great meal for all the participants. Believe it or not we had the same Men’s team and Ladies team win again, Watertown Men’s team and the Ladies from the Natick Lodge. The competition this year was really tough.

The great pride we Italians have in our heritage was evident at the Columbus Day Parade held in the North End of Bos-ton. Our Son’s of Italy Drum and Bugle Band from Haverhill lead our division, along with over 50 antique cars, floats, and members from different

lodges who marched proudly. A special thanks to Brother John Christoforo and Brother John Silva, Jr., who worked tirelessly on this event. You really made us proud Brothers.

Again the Worcester Lodge put on a great Columbus Day Dinner Dance, our congratula-tions goes out to the Man of the Year Michael Sacco, Kathy and I would like to thank the Commit-tee for inviting us to this great function.

Thanks to the Belmont Ladies Maria Montessori Lodge and the Saugus Figli D’Italia Lodge and Francesco DeSanctis Natick Lodge for inviting Kathy and me to their Lodges for a great din-ner, show and costume party.

There are some lodges that are recruiting new members, which will help keep this or-ganization viable. The Greater Boston Renaissance Lodge installed twenty-fi ve new mem-bers, and the Massimo d’Azegloi of Braintree installed fifteen new members in October. What a great start to reach our goal of 10,000 members by 2011.

On Sunday, November 8th at the Don Orione Shrine, we had about 125 people celebrate

Mass with Fr. Gregory Macu-rio. Thanks to our Chair La-dies Sister Theresa Farina and Sister Carol Rossi, and all the members who participated and enjoyed the great breakfast.

Thanks to our Sports Chair-man Brother Steve DeAngelis and his committee for putting on a Cribbage Tournament, (won by Brother Fran Cedrone), with a super meal at the Newton Lodge. Next year we hope to have a lot more players.

Our annual Purple Aster Ball at Spinnelli’s in Lynnfi eld, was held on Saturday, November 21st, the committee chaired by Sister Denise Furnari and Sister Margaret Campbell put together a night that will not soon be forgotten. The food was fan-tastic and the music was even better. Thanks to Sister Denise and Sister Margaret, and to the 152 members who shared the night with us. Already looking forward to next years.

Kathy and I would like to wish all of our Brothers and Sisters a very Merry and Holy Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year. GOD Bless you all, and GOD Bless the Order Sons of Italy.

Cari Fratelli e Sorelle. Mia moglie Kathy ed io ci auguriamo che tutti i membri del nostro Ordine abbiano trascorso un felice ‘Thanksgiving’ (giorno del ringraziamento).

Spero che tutti abbiano godu-to i vari eventi avvenuti durante le celebrazioni del mese (ot-tobre) della cultura e retaggio italiano; ce n’era per tutti. Colgo l’occasione per congratu-larmi col ‘Comitato Retaggio Italiano’diretto dal Dr. Stephen Maio, Lino Rullo, e Kevin Caira, che ha lavorato sodo con risul-tati eccezionali. Sia Kathy che io abbiamo presenziato e gioito molti degli eventi.

Dopo alterne date, abbiamo fi -nalmente tenuto il nostro annu-ale ‘Torneo di Bocce’ alla Loggia di Watertown, dove servirono un bel pranzo ai partecipanti. Credetemi, le stesse squadre, di uomini e donne, hanno vinto di nuovo, specialmente le squadre maschili e femminili di Water-town, e la squadra femminile della Loggia di Natick. La com-petizione di quest’anno fu dav-vero ardua.

L’orgoglio immenso che noi italiani sentiamo fu espresso alla sfi lata colombiana tenuta nel quartiere bostoniano del ‘North End’. Col nostro gruppo c’era la célèbre banda della Loggia di Haverhill, che era in testa al nostro contingente, unitamente a 50 auto antiche, carri allegorici, e membri di molte logge che marciarono con alto senso di fi erezza. Un particolare plauso va ai Fratelli John Christoforo e John Sil-ver. Le nostre sono poi dirette anche a Michael Sacco, l’Uomo dell’anno. Kathy ed io sentiamo doveroso ringraziare il Comi-tato per averci invitato a questa grande festa.

Kathy ed io desideriamo ringraziare la Loggia Maria Montessori, di Belmont e la Loggia Francesco De Sanctis di Natick per averci invitati alle loro logge per un lauto pranzo, spettacolo e sfi lata di costumi.

Ci sono alcune logge che stanno attirando nuovi membri, che permetteranno la nostra

Thank YouDear Sons of Italy:

Thank you so much for your fi nancial support with continuing my education.

I am getting acclimated to Bryant University and all it has to offer. I feel fortunate to be here and plan on making the best of my education.

I appreciate the help you were able to provide me.

Thank you,Andrew Saccone

organizzazione a fiorire. La ‘Renaissance Lodge Of Greater Boston’ ha recentemente istal-lato 25 nuovi membri, e la Loggia Massimo d’Azeglio di Braintree altri 15, tutti nel mese di ottobre. E’ un bell’ inizio per arrivare a 10,000 membri entro l’anno 2011.

Domenica 8 novembre, al santuario di Don Orione, Padre Mercurio ha celebrato una Mes-sa presenziata da 125 persone. Un ringraziamento e’ d’uopo per le Sorelle Theresa Farina e Carol Rossi, come pure per tutti I membri che parteciparono, e dopo goduto una magnifi ca colazione.

Un ringraziamento va al presi-dente del ‘Comitato allo Sport’, al fratello Steve De Angelis ed al suo comitato, per aver orga-nizzato il ‘Torneo di Cribbage’, vinto dal Fratello Fran Cedrone, e seguito poi da un sontuoso pasto alla loggia Ambrose C.

Cedrone,di Newton. L’anno prossimo speriamo che piu’ giocatori partecipino a questo evento.

Il ballo annuale “Purple Aster’ si e’ svolto il 21 novembre scor-so al centro banchetti ‘Spinelli’ di Lynnfi eld. Il Comitato diretto dale Sorelle Denise Furnari e Margaret Campbell organiz-zarono una serata memorabile diffi cile da dimenticarsi. Il cibo fu eccellente e la musica pers-ino superiore. Ringraziamenti vanno alle Sorelle Denise e Margaret ed ai 152 membri che condivisero la serata con noi. Siamo ansiosi di vedere come andra’ nel futuro.

Kathy ed io desideriamo augu-rare ai nostril Fratelli e Sorelle un Felice e Santo Natale, come pure un Felice Anno Nuovo pieno di salute per tutti. Che Dio benedica voi tutti, come pure l’Ordine Figli d’Italia (in America).

(President’s Message Translated by Orazio Buttafuoco)

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Dear Brothers and Sisters,We are all aware of our declining statewide member-

ship and the unfortunate demise of some of our Filial Lodges, which has been happening over the years. One way of securing the future of your lodge is by the institution of a Junior Lodge. The Junior Division Commission is ready to assist you in this endeavor.

The Junior Division was established with the pur-pose of educating our youth in our Italian culture, and teaching them the ideals and principles of the Order. While in the Junior Lodge, a child is able to bolster their self-esteem by being able to interact with other children in their own peer group. The most important aspect of a child’s stay in a Junior Lodge is that they will be properly instructed to become a leader of their respective Senior Lodge in the near future.

At the Junior Lodge, all children between the ages of 10 and 18 are welcomed to join with non-Italian children joining as social members. With the guidance of at least one adult supervisor and 25 children, your lodge can establish a Junior Lodge.

The Junior Division Commissioners and I would welcome the opportunity to visit your lodge and talk about this further. We also extend an invitation to you to come join us on the Commission. You may contact me at 978-658-5598 or drop me an email at [email protected]

Remember Brothers and Sisters, for every child that joins a Junior Lodge, there is the potential of that child’s mother and father joining your Senior Lodge.

Fraternally yours,Charlie DeStefano

Jr. Division President

Message from the ...

JUNIOR DIVISION

Christmas evokes so much nostalgia and memories. We recall the image of Christmas past — the smells, the sounds, the wonder of children, re-membrances of home com-ings with family and friends. There’s an air of excitement!

At the center of all this ex-citement is a child. The Child of Bethlehem asleep in a man-ger. The image is beautiful and captures our hearts. We are reminded that God has come among us and has humbled himself and taken upon himself human limitations.

We are transformed by hope, for the child born to us brings us the realization that God has reached out to us. This Child is the bridge between our broken world and the perfection of God. It is a holy and precious moment. A moment that unites us with Christmas all over the world and unites us with God.

Now we can lay aside our hurts, animosities and human preoc-cupations and open our hearts wide to a new vision of what life can be by allowing God’s message of hope and His transforming love to take hold in and reshape us.

It is my hope and prayer that your hearts will be fi lled with the great love of our Lord, Jesus Christ and it will spill over to every-one you meet. May God repay your good will by blessing you at Christmas and in the New Year.

FROM THE OFFICE OF

Rev. Gregory Mercurio, PastorOctober Italian Heritage Month Kick-off Event

On Thursday, October 1, 2009 the October Italian Heritage Month Committee held a kick-off celebration at the Massachusetts State House. Many members of the committee along with Italian organizations and dignitaries attended the event. October Italian Heritage is celebrating its 11th year in Massachusetts. Please check out www.italianheritagemonth.com for a complete list of events. Front Row from left to right: Luigi Munno, Deputy Consul General of Italy Boston, Comm. Lino Rullo, OIHM President Emeritus. Second Row from left to right: Cav. Kevin Caira, OIHM President, Lucia Clark, OIHM Recording Secretary, Honorable Joseph V. Ferrino, Ret., OIHM Chairman Emeritus, Stefania Pezzopane, President of Province of L’Aquila, Dr. Liborio Stellino, Consul General of Italy, Boston, Rina Burgey, OIHM Co-Director of Public Relations and State Representative Paul Donato. Back Row from left to right: First two gentlemen are delegates from the Province of L’Aquila, Salvatore Bramante, OIHM Vice President of Fiscal Affairs, Dr. Stephen Maio, OIHM Chairman, Anna D’Quadri, OIHM Co-Director of Public Relations Jim DiStefano, State President OSIA, OIHM Director and Carlo Cipollone, Director of Education, Consul General of Italy Boston.

(Photo by Ross Photography)

The Cribbage Tournament was held on Sunday, November 15 at the Ambrose D. Cedrone Lodge #1069 in Newton.

There were eleven (11) players participating in this event presented by the Sports Commission. The host Lodge also fed these participants a great lunch of pasta and fagioli, which was cooked fresh that morning by Brother Stephen Cedrone one of the members of the Grand Lodge Sports Commission.

The winner of the tournament was Francis Cedrone of the Ambrose Cedrone Lodge #1069

From left to right: Steve DeAngelis, Sports Commission Chairman, Sandro Leone (runner-up) Newton Lodge; Francis Cedrone, Newton Lodge winner of tournament and State President James DiStefano.

CRIBBAGE TOURNAMENTby Dorothy Berlandi

From left to right: Steve DeAngelis, Sports Commission Chairman; Sandro Leone, Newton Lodge runner-up of the tournament; James DiStefano, State President; Stephen Cedrone, Sports Commission; Michael DiStefano State Treasurer.

of Newton. Francis was also the individual who provided all the boards, cards and rules. The second place winner was Sandro Leone of the Ambrose Cedrone Lodge.

The Cribbage Tournament has been absent from the Sports Scheduling for a while, perhaps there are many of you who would like to partici-pate. If so, please contact Sports Commissioner Steve DeAngelis at 781-844-1238.

The Sports Commission would like to thank Bill Korecki of the Watertown Lodge #1036 for the photos.

(Photos by Bill Korecki)

Dear Mr. DiStefano (Jim):I am writing to congratulate you on your recent election as

State President of the Massachusetts Sons of Italy. This is indeed a unique opportunity to improve the quality of life and make a positive difference for local members of the OSIA.

I am happy to join your family, friends and supporters in celebrating this marked achievement. The Sons of Italy is an extremely important and infl uential organization in our com-munity and you should feel truly honored to have the chance to serve in this position.

Once again, congratulations! If I can ever be of any assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact me at 508-854-1801 or feel free to browse our website at www.worcestercounty-sheriff.com.

Sincerely,Guy W. Glodis, Sheriff

Worcester County Sheriff’s Offi ce

Congratulations Newly Elected President James DiStefano


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Dear Tony,

On behalf of Sons of Italy Foundation (SIF) President Vincent Sarno, Chairman Joseph DiTrapani and the trustees of the SIF, please accept this check in the amount of $167,288.75 as our donation to the Cooley’s Anemia Foundation. The preponderance of these funds was pledged and/or subsequently collected at OSIA’s recent National Convention in La Jolla, California.

We look forward to a future opportunity whereat President Sarno and or Chairman DiTrapani may offer a “mock presentation” to the CAF, and an offi cial presentation photo may be taken. For now, we know these funds will help sustain the CAF on a daily basis. You may look forward to and be assured of SIF/OSIA’s continued support for the urgent and noble cause we all hold dear to our hearts and share.

Best regards,

Phil

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Organization & Education

News Corner ...by Stephen A. Cozzaglio, Chair

At our last meeting on October 15th, the Commission decided to run four (4) workshops during the year 2010. The dates, places and areas to be served are as follows:

Districts 3 and 4, January 23rd, at the Ambrose D. Cedrone Lodge No. 1069 in Newton

Districts 1 and 2, March 13, at ITAM Lodge No. 564 in Pittsfi eld

District 5, May 3rd at the Braintree Sons of Italy Lodge No. 760 in Braintree

District 6 and 7, June 5th, at the Victor Emanuel Lodge No. 1646 in Haverhill

If you are unable to attend the workshop assigned for your dis-trict, you may register in another district when the time comes for registration.

Registration is $10.00 per person. The workshop is sched-uled from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Coffee and doughnuts will be available at the start of the workshop and a small lunch will be available from 11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. with a little socializing. The workshops are available for all members and offi cers of the Grand Lodge and fi lial lodges. More information will follow with letters going to the Presidents before each workshop and articles in our OSIA News.

As always, the fi lial lodge election process begins in January with the formation of the Nominating Committee. As the By-Laws stipulate, the Chairman of the Trustees and the Immediate Past President are automatically on the Nominating Committee and the lodge elects three (3) members to the Committee. In total there are fi ve (5) on the Committee. The Committee elects its own Chairman. The President is not a member of the Committee. If you wish more information on the election process, e-mail me at [email protected] requesting that I e-mail you a copy of the President’s Handbook which has helpful information on elections, installations, parliamentary procedures, etc. for the Presidents. You may also obtain information on O & E activities, President’s Handbook and New Membership Pamphlet, etc. by going to the Grand Lodge web site, scrolling down on the home page and click-ing on Organizational and Educational link.

The Commissioners (Franco Battista, Dorothy Berlandi, Eleanor Desautels, Robert “Ollie Oliverio, and Steve Cozzaglio, Chairman) and Liaison, State Trustee Louis Floriani, Jr. of the Organization and Educational Commission wish you all a very, very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year with an invitation to join our active Commission.

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October 15, 2009

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20th Annual Memorial Mass (Continued from Page 1)

Chairman Theresa Farina and State President James DiStefano.

Donna Giuliani and Mary Ann Bello.

Standing, Left to Right: Denise Furnari, Louis Floriani, Theresa Farina, Carmelita Bello, OSIA State President James DiStefano, Tony Sestito, Cathy Bourassa, Ron Hill, Marie Jackson. Kneeling, Left to Right: Franco Battista and Richard Sacca.

The First Scripture Reading was from the Book of Kings and the Lector was State 1st Vice President Carmelita Bello. The Respon-sorial Psalm was read by Lector, State 2nd Vice President Antonio Sestito, the Second Reading was from Hebrews and the Lector was State Recording Secretary Ron Hill. The Offertory Proces-sion included James and Kathy DiStefano and Walter and Rita Maletta-Robak.

Fr. Gregory Mercurio’s homily was from the Holy Gospel, Book of Mark in which our Lord calls his disciples to himself and says to them, “Amen, I say to you, this poor widow put in more than all the other contributors to the treasury. For they have all contributed from their surplus wealth, but she, from her poverty, has contributed all she had, her whole livelihood.”

State President James DiStefano thanked all who attended and invited the congregation to partake of the collation presented by Famolare’s Catering. He thanked Mary Ann Bello and Donna Giuliani for the music with a special thanks to the chairpersons of this yearly Memorial Mass, State Trustees Theresa Farina and Carol Rossi.

Those who attended shared friendly conversation and memories in a familiar setting with their friends, while enjoying the food provided by Famalore Catering, thus bringing to an end the 20th Annual Memorial Mass Celebration.

State Chaplain Reverend Gregory J. Mercurio led us in prayer and gave a very stirring homily.

State 1st Vice President Carmelita Bello reading the First Scripture.

State 2nd Vice President Antonio Sestito reading the Responsorial Psalm.

State Recording Secretary Ron Hill was the Lector for the Second Reading.

Offertory Procession included Benefit Insurance Commission President Walter “Sonny” Robak and Rita Maletta-Robak.

Father Mercurio

(Photos by Dom Campochiaro, D&S Video)

Guido DiVecchio, Father Mecurio and Justin Crisafulli.

State President James DiStefano and First Lady Kathy DiStefano


Bocce Tournament (Continued from Page 1)

The twice rescheduled Bocce Tourna-ment was fi nally held on the third try Saturday, October 10, 2009 at the Piave Fiume Lodge #1036 in Watertown.

There were twenty-two (22) teams rep-resenting the various lodges. Also, there were three Junior Lodge teams from the Wilmington Junior Lodge #3729 par-ticipating. Special thanks go to Brother Luciano Camilli, a member of the Sports Commission for manicuring the bocce courts and for setting up the schedule for the games.

The winner of the Youngsters Tourna-ment was the Wilmington Junior Lodge #3729 team which was comprised of Gianna Buscone Captain, Michelle Soel, Jessica Stevens and Katelyn Steven.

The runner-ups, also from the Wilm-ington Junior Lodge were Captain Mia Buscone, Brandion O’Donough, Gabri-ella Raggucci and Brianna O’Donough.

The winner of the Ladies Tournament,

were the Francesco DeSanctis Lodge #1411 from Natick. The winning team was comprised of Captain Marguerite Sacchetti, Marisa Pilette, Ellie Mustone and Judy Parant.

Second Place in the Ladies Tourna-ment Division was the Cornelia Dei Gracchi Lodge #1583, Captain Laurina Ricci, Mary Bourque, Ann Casella and Mary Cooper.

The winner in the Men’s Tournament Division were the Piave Fiume Lodge #1036. The Watertown team was com-prised of Lino Rullo, Rocco Bottega, John Mucci and Luigi D’Amico.

The second place fi nishers who were also from the Piave Fiume Lodge were Mario Rossi, Giulio Coppola, Tony DiLuca and Ugo Colangelo.

The host Watertown Lodge Kitchen Committee prepared a delicious luncheon with desserts included for everyone.

Second Place Ladies Team from the Cornelia Dei Gracchi Lodge #1583 consisted of Mary Bourque, Ann Casella, Mary Cooper and Laurina Ricci.

Second Place Mens’ Team from the Piave Fiume Lodge #1036 were Giulio Coppola, Ugo Colangelo, Tony DiLuca and Mario Rossi.

(Photos by Bill Korecki)

Wilmington Junior Lodge


Purple Aster (Continued from Page 1 )


On Saturday November 21, 2009 the Purple Aster Ball was once again held at Spinelli’s Function Facility in Lynnfi eld, Massachusetts. The evening began at 6:30 p.m. with a cocktail reception followed by dinner at 7:30 p.m. The formal photographs were taken at 6:00 p.m. which left the eve-ning free for dancing to the great music of the Frank Zarba Band.

Although the economic times have taken a toll on the atten-dance to this yearly event, this was an evening of friendship and cordiality. Members and guests came from the western part of the state and New Hamp-shire. Arrangements were made available for those who wished to stay overnight at the Spring-Hill Suites in Peabody.

The opening of the Ball began with the introduction of the Chairmen of Permanent Com-missions, Benefit Insurance Commission, Grand Council, National Officers, and State President James DiStefano and First Lady Kathy DiStefano. As each individual was introduced with their escort they came into the center of the banquet hall and were then ushered to their table. Our Master of Ceremo-nies for the evening was Paul Guida, our Executive Director, who always does a fantastic presentation.

The co-chairs of this event were our two State Trustees Margaret Campbell and Denise Furnari, and they are to be com-mended for presenting such an enjoyable evening. They had a great committee to work with and it was evident throughout the evening of the time they had

all spent in making this Ball so special.

Spinelli’s served a most deli-cious dinner consisting of var-ied Hors D’Oeuvres, Minestrone Soup, Homemade Gemelli, Cae-sar Salad, Roast Prime Rib of Beef, Potatoes au Gratin, Honey Glazed Carrots and Jubilee Ice Cream Roll. Red and white wine was also available at all the tables.

After dinner there was a very short speech from our State President James DiStefano thanking all who came and making this an enjoyable eve-ning.

Throughout the evening the Frank Zarba Band played great dancing music and there were also many vocal renditions, one in particular that a Sons of Italy function could not be possible without. And that was, State Trustee Franco Battista singing Peppino the Italian Mouse. And, one could not forget the special aria sung by a member of the Frank Zarba Band that was the signature aria of the great Pavarotti, Nesune Dorme.

Our National Recording Secre-tary Rita Maletta-Robak is to be commended for the marvelous table of gifts and baskets and the manner in which this was so ably handled and displayed. Many hands contributed to this work and again although I repeat myself it was a great effort by Sister Rita Maletta-Robak and the hard working committee.

As the evening drew to a close, one could observe the parting greetings of many of the guests. It was a special evening and we hope that next year the num-bers attending will be doubled.

First Row, Left to Right: Steve DeAngelis, Delia Bartucca, James DiStefano, Rita Maletta-Robak, Dorothy Berlandi and Steve Cozzaglio. Second Row, Left to Right: Pat Moreno, Antonio Sestito, Philip Privitera, Angelo Rossi and Charles DeStefano.

Benefit Insurance Commission – From left to right: Richard Picone, Walter “Sonny” Robak, Marjorie Cahn, James DiStefano and Paul DiBona.

State Council, First Row, Left to Right: Carmelita Bello, Margaret Campbell, Kathy DiStefano, James DiStefano, Denise Furnari and Antonio Sestito. Second Row, Left to Right: Theresa Farina, Carol Rossi, Cathy Bourassa, Marie Jackson and Florence Ferullo Kane. Third Row, Left to Right: Michael DiStefano, Matt Ezekiel, Franco Battista, Lou Floriani, Ron Hill and John Christoforo.

Raffle ticket sellers Ann Hill and Rita Maletta-Robak.

(Photos by Suzanne Mika, D&S Video)


Reniassance Lodge

Wilmington Lodge

Waltham Lodge

Wilmington Lodge

Members from the Norwood Lodge, Fitchburg Lodge and Saugus Lodge

Worcester Lodge, Hingham Lodge, Burlington Lodge and Brockton Lodge members

Standing: Lino Rullo, Luigi Munno, Steve Maio, Steve DeAngelis, Franco and Tony. Seated: Enza Rullo, Mrs. DeAngelis, Mrs. Munno and Dorothy Maio.

Winthrop Lodge

Lee, North Adams and Pittsfield Lodges

Watertown Ladies, Wakefield and Weymouth Lodges




Newton and Braintree Ladies

Belmont Mixed Lodge

Watertown Lodge

Medford, Salem and Quincy Ladies Lodges

Haverhill Lodge



Merry Christmas and

Buon Natalee Felice Anno Nuovo

Seacoast Area Lodge#2303

PORTSMOUTH, NH

Merry Christmas &Happy New Year

Cornelia dei GracchiLodge #1583

520 Pleasant Street - Watertown, Massachusetts

Wishing you lots of treats and aWoofy Christmas and Barky New Year

Diamond O. Guida

Merry Christmas and a Happy Healthy New Year

Rita Maletta-Robak,National Recording Secretary

Walter C. Robak, Jr.,National Trustee and

Benefit Insurance Commission President

Merry Christmas anda Happy New Year

Dorothy BerlandiPublic Relations Chairman

Peter B. GayPast National President

Best of Holidays and HealthGod Bless All

Merry Christmas& Happy New Year

Stella Del Nord Lodge #1436QUINCY, MA

Francesco DeSanctis Lodge #1411NATICK, MA

Auguriamo a tutti unFelice Natale ed uno

splendido Anno Nuovo

Buon Natalee

Felice Capo D’Anno

Woburn Ladies Lodge #1584

Happy & Healthy Holidays

Carmelita BelloState 1st Vice President

The Officers and Members of theQuattro Eroi Lodge #1414

FRANKLIN, MA

We wish you a Blessed andMerry Christmas and Happy Healthy 2010

WINCHESTER WOMEN’SLODGE #1592

Happy Holidaysto All

Buon Natale, e Felice Anno Nuovo

Peabody LadiesLodge #1964


CRISTOFORO COLOMBOREGINA ELENA LODGE #169

FITCHBURG, MA

Wishing ALL a Very Merry Christmasand a Happy, Healthy New Year

Cambridge Italian Men’sand Ladies Lodge #506

Merry Christmasand Healthy Happy New Year

Angelo Giuseppe RoncalliLodge #2183

WILMINGTON, MA

NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2009 PAGE 11SONS OF ITALY NEWS

nd a Happy New Year

The Officers and Members of

ITAM Lodge #564 of Pittsfield, MAwould like to extend to all

our brothers and sisters a veryMerry Christmas and a

Happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.


Braintree Ladies Lodge

#1422

State President

James and Kathy

DiStefano

Merry Christmas andHappy New Year

Maria Montessori Lodge #1744BELMONT, MASSACHUSETTS

E arrivato il santo Natale.Che questo giorno e l’anno nuovo siano

pieni d’allegria

e di buona salute a tutti i nostri soci.

G. MARCONI LODGE #1620Lee, Massachusetts

LOUIS AND DIANE FLORIANILodge #704


to All

Wishing Everyone aMerry Christmas anda Happy New Year

Pamela DonnarumaEditor, Sons of Italy News

BurlingtonLodge #2223

Merry Christmas and a

Healthy New Year

Buon Natale,e

Felice AnnoNuovo

Buona Festa!Best Wishes for a Merry Christmas

and a happy, healthy New Year!

FROM ALL THE MEMBERS OF THE

Lawrence Ladies Lodge #2026


Caira

National 2nd Vice PresidentKevin, Cheryl, Amy and David

All of the men and women from theBILLERICA MIXED LODGE #2268BILLERICA MIXED LODGE #2268BILLERICA MIXED LODGE #2268BILLERICA MIXED LODGE #2268BILLERICA MIXED LODGE #2268

would like to wish the entire SOI community,it’s families & friends both here and around the world a

Christmas filled with much joy and good health.Onorio Cerrato, PresidentOnorio Cerrato, PresidentOnorio Cerrato, PresidentOnorio Cerrato, PresidentOnorio Cerrato, President

Happy HolidaysWakefield Lodge

#1734

Wishing AllMy Brothers and Sisters

A Merry Christmas

State Immediate Past President

Florence Ferullo Kane

Granite State Lodge #2380Rochester, NH

Buon Natale eFelice Anno Nuovo a Tutti

Wishing everyone warm and friendly wishesfor a Very Merry Christmas and aHappy and Healthy New Year!!

The Officers and Members ofVENEZIA LODGE #374

ROCKLAND, MA

Buon Natale eFelice Anno Nuovo

Tony and Marieanne

Sestito

Buon Natalee Felice Anno Nuovo!!

Winthrop Mixed Lodge #2057JOSEPH A. BONCORE, PRESIDENT


the Parade with the City of Bos-ton Parade offi cials to fi nalize details. They also attended the reception on the Friday evening prior to the Parade. They both felt that this close contact with the City made a big difference.

The Order Sons of Italy lineup was handled differently this year. There were fi fty-two an-tique cars which led the Sons of Italy Division, thus alleviating the overheating of the vehicles as in previous years. The lead vehicle carried the banner of the Order Sons of Italy. There was also a Sons of Italy lion in a convertible with the Grand Lodge banner. (Thanks to John Silva’s sister-in-law). The Hav-erhill Drum & Bugle Corps once again joined the march-ers. Somehow, it was noted that Mickey Mouse was not in Disney World but in our Parade. (Thank you Maura DiStefano, wife of State Treasurer Michael DiStefano).

After the parade a collation was served at the St. John’s School and J. Pace provided the food which was paid for by do-nations from the Renaissance Lodge and Florence Ferullo Kane. A donation was made to St. John’s School by the Grand Lodge.

It was noted that this year the contingent from the Order Sons of Italy was a well-orga-nized and well-run Division. Of course we have to thank the two co-chairs Brother Christoforo and Silva for their close contact with city offi cials and the many details that are necessary for an event of this sort. These two gentlemen did such a fantastic job that they have been reap-pointed as co-chairs for the 2010 Columbus Day Parade which will be held in East Bos-ton. They are determined to again present a well run Parade with attendance by the Filial Lodges to be 100%.

It was also noted that partici-pation was very low. We should all make the effort to partici-pate in this Parade, we need to preserve our Italian heritage and culture.

Columbus Day Parade (Continued from Page 1 )

The DiStefano Family: Maura, Mikey, Adriana, Jim, Kim and Michael.

Boston Lodge #208

Wilmington Lodge



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Columbus Day Parade (Continued from Page 12)

(Photos by Dom Campochiaro, D&S Video)

Left to Right: Margaret Campbell, Robert Oliverio, Matt Ezekiel, James DiStefano, Mickey Mouse (aka Maura DiStefano), Bob Cappelli, Florence Ferullo Kane, Michael DiStefano, Ron Hill, Carmelita Bello and Kim DiStefano.

Lori DeNapoli; Brockton City Councilor at Large, Todd G. Petti; Al DeNapoli, Massachusetts OSIA Chairman, Commission for Social Justice and Past National President Commission for Social Justice.


1st Generation

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4 turkey thighs4 medium potatoes2 medium onions2 fresh tomatoes2 cloves garlic

Peel potatoes, garlic and onions. Cut each into quarters and set aside. Wash tomatoes and cut into quarters. Place washed and dried turkey thighs in a roasting pan (skin up). Distribute potato, garlic, and onion portions around the turkey thighs. Placecut-up tomatoes over the thighs, potato and onion portions. Add the bouillon cube, lemon juice and water to the roasting pan. Spread the olive oil over the vegetables and turkey. Cover with aluminum foil and place in preheated 350°F oven. Check after forty-fi ve minutes. Baste contents with liquid in the roasting pan. Salt to taste. Return to oven and bake an additional twenty minutes. A portion of water may be added if needed. Baste contents and return to oven uncovered. Allow cooking until fork tender and browned to your liking (approx. 10 to 20 additional minutes). OPTIONAL: Add sliced green peppers or mushrooms to the recipe.

NOTE: For years, turkeys were available only during holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas. Today the large bird is made available to consumers in cut-up portions. As an alternate for cut-up chicken, my husband and I enjoy turkey thighs. Turkey legs and/or wings can be added to the thighs in the above recipe.

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The Order Sons of Italy in America wrapped up its 51st Biennial National Convention which took place August 9-15, 2009 in San Diego, California.

New National Offi cers were chosen, amazing Italian-Amer-icans in OSIA and beyond were honored, and the delegates got down to the business of sett ing agendas for OSIA, the Sons of Italy Foundation and the Commission for So-cial Justice for the next two years.

THE ORDER SONS OF ITALY IN AMERICA 51st Biennial National Convention

Included were some innova-tive and exciting fundraising ideas: a DVD continuity pro-gram on “Our Story” video col-lection; the Italian American Baseball Heroes Cards, the OSIA Cookbook and the adver-tising campaign by the Italian America magazine, also a Na-tional raffl e.

2009-2011National Officers ElectedCongratulations to the slate of

newly-elected offi cers!OSIA Elected National Of-

fi cers: National President Jo-seph J. DiTrapani-NY, Na-tional 1st Vice President An-thony J. Baratta-IL, National 2nd Vice President Kevin A. Caira-MA, National 3rd Vice President Daniel J. Longo-MD, National 4th Vice President Anthony F.M. Spaziani-OH, National 5th Vice President Vera Girolami-CA, National Orator Raymond Dettore, Jr.-RI, Na-tional Recording Secretary Rita L. Maletta Robak-MA, National Financial Secretary Frank J.

Panessa-MD, National Trea-surer Nancy DiFiore Quinn -NY, National Historian Sam Fumosa-NJ, National Chaplain Rev. R. Adam Forno-NY.

National Trustees: Carlo Car-lozzi, Jr.-CT, Sam Corrato-PA, Frances A. Cipriotti-MD, Salvatore D’Alessandro-FL , John F. DePinto-MA, Francesca Franchina, Joseph LaBlanca -CA, Michele Ment-NY, Marlene Palazzo-WA, Maryann Principe-O’Neill-NY, Edmund Restivo-RI, Walter “Sonny” Robak-MA), Philip Sconyo-NJ, Vincent A. Turco-PA.

Sons of Italy Foundation Offi cers: Chairman Joseph J. DiTrapani-NY, President Vin-cent Sarno-NJ, Vice President Anthony J. Baratta-IL, Record-ing Secretary Rita L. Maletta Robak-MA, Financial Secretary

Frank J. Panessa MD, Treasurer Nancy DiFiore Quinn-NY.

Commission for Social Jus-tice: Chairman Joseph D. Tra-pani, President Sanrin Haem-merle-NY, Vice President Grace Olivo-NJ, Secretary Rosemary Feterik-NJ, Treasurer Joyce Ruisi-Chmel-PA, Immediate Past President Anthony J. Baratta-IL.

At the Sports Award Lun-cheon, the former Los Angeles Rams quarterback Vince Ferra-gao received the Sports Award. The Vincenzo Sellaro Award was awarded to Edward Innella from New York for nearly fi fty years of service to the Order Sons of Italy in America, and Joseph Montegna received the Guglielmo Marconi Award the highest honor given by the Order Sons of Italy.

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Pictured above are some of the Massachusetts Grand Lodge Delegation and family who enjoyed their visit to the San Diego Zoo during a day off from National Convention business. Left to Right: John DePinto, Justin DiNicola, Shirley DiNicola, Michele Caira Nortonen, Theresa Farina, Alessandra Farina, Amy Caira, Laura Caira, Richard Farina, Goldie Boncore, Cheryl Caira, Philip Boncore, David Caira and Kevin Caira.

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NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2009 SONS OF ITALY NEWS

LODGE NEWS

It has been an exciting and active past three or four weeks for the G. Marconi Lodge of Lee.

At our September 3rd meeting, a G. Marconi Lodge Library Loan Program was established. Thus far, we have two DVD’s: “Golden Door” and “Canvas” as well as three books: Italy, Firenze Mille Anni and Vocabolario della Lingua Italiana. Slowly we will build on this.

On September 20th, the Lodge ran a full bus trip to the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Saint Gennaro Festival. Coffee, doughnuts and juice were served on the way to New York. For entertainment, the DVD “Golden Door” was shown.

On Saturday, September 26th, G. Marconi Lodge held a fundraiser as part of Founders Weekend in the Park in downtown Lee. Founders Weekend is an annual event, running three days, honoring the founders of Lee. Many events are held such as sidewalk sales, restaurants selling food on the street, raffl es, tours of historic Lee, a parade, a Hispanic Festival, Lee Historical dis-plays and many other events. The Lodge made close to $800 with its Italian Fest.

On September 30th, a display was set up in the Lee Public Library for Italian October History Month showing information on the History of the G. Marconi Lodge, memorabilia, Italian minutes going back to 1933 and other information on the Great Italian Immigration of 1880-1923.

At our October 1st meeting, we received a visit from Father Adam Forno, Chaplain of the State of New York OSIA and National Chaplain of OSIA. He graciously said our opening and closing prayers as well as speaking under the Welfare of the Order.

On November 1st, a Mass for our deceased members of G. Marconi Lodge was held at the St. Vincent de Paul Church in Lenox Dale.

G. Marconi Lodge #1620 Updateby Stephen A. Cozzaglio

Set up crew: Rich Britain, Judy Britain, Norma Tokoly, Lorita Trombly, Linda Winters, Alex Nardacci, Lucy Bodyga, and Cathy O’Brien.

Serving Line.

Father Forno with Mistresses of Ceremonies Eleanor Baumann and Peg Daley.

Two Lodges, Christopher Columbus #216 in Brockton and John A. Volpe #2677 In Easton have combined their talents and pro-duced a weekly cable access TV show highlighting Italian history, culture, food, traditions and accomplishments of Italians through the ages. They have produced over 50 shows with such varied subjects as, the Feast of the 7 fi shes, an interview with an Italian American Soldier who served in WWII and was a POW of the Ger-mans, an interview with an American who was living in Italy as a 12-year-old and whose parents made bread for the prisoners who were being held in Sicily during WWII and was wounded bring-ing the bread to them under the cover of darkness, an interview with a trainer who was a friend of Rocky Marciano and helped his training for all his big fi ghts, regions of Italy highlighting tradi-tions, foods, tourist sites, etc., chefs who demonstrated various foods and their preparations. Special holidays in Italy such as the Carnavale and the making of masks, an Italian American cartoon-ist/illustrator who was the recipient of the “Cartoonist of the Year Award” from his contemporaries and we discussed several Italian American athletes.

At the present time to celebrate Italian Heritage Month our guest Orazio Buttafuoco is being interviewed by Andea Urdi about the many contributions Italians and Italian Americans have made to our world.

The show is aired in Brockton, Easton, Raynham, Avon and Stoughton.

Christopher Columbus #216& John A. Volpe #2677Produce Weekly TV Show

Andrea Urdi and Orazio Buttafuoco.

Venezia Lodge Fundraiserfor Earthquake Victims

by Veronica Manzella, President

The Venezia Lodge #374 of Rockland hosted a continu-ance Pasta Supper on Sunday, July 26, 2009 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM to benefi t the Italian Earthquake Victims from this spring’s disaster. President Veronica (Vera) Manzella and her dedicated committee raised $500.00.

Italy Earthquake Fundraiser, Rockland Sons of Italy Lodge #374.

Venezia Lodge #374 President Vera Manzella and Trustee Joseph Pasciuto.

STELLA DEL NORD (QUINCY LADIES) LODGE #1436

Installation of Offi cers

TO ALL LODGE PRESIDENTS AND MEMBERSPlease notify the Grand Lodge of your change of Address.

The Post Offi ce charges us for each change of address.


LODGE NEWS

Worcester Order of Sons of Italy Lodge #168 has chosen Michael P. Sacco, CPA, MST, as the 2009 Achievement Award Recipient. A reception was held at the Coral Seafood in Worces-ter. Great music was provided by “Seabreeze”, and a great time was enjoyed by all!

The evening began with the Toastmaster, Stephen Gemel-li asking guests to describe Michael in a word or two. Some of the answers were; respon-sible, loving, strong, best friend, gentleman, great Italian.

Mr. Kevin Mercadante, Presi-dent of Lodge #168, began his remarks by reminding the guests that Lodge #168 is the oldest lodge, a great lodge and an active lodge in which all members work and help out whenever needed. He continued by saying, “Michael is my best friend and has been for almost 30 years. He is 2nd to my wife and family. He is a true Ital-ian; he speaks it, lives it and shows it.”

Worcester Mayor Konstatina Lukes shared some thoughts that reminded all that we all share the immigrant experience because the city is a city of im-migrants and read a proclama-tion of the history and celebra-tion of Italians, and declaring October 17th, 2009 Christopher Columbus Day. She continued in saying that Michael Sacco clearly made a difference in Worcester and presented him with the Key to the City.

Mrs. Rita Maletta Robak brought greetings from the national president and her col-leagues congratulating Michael for his work. She continued to tell him that she hopes he continues to work hard. Grand Lodge President James DiSte-fano fi rst thanked Mike’s par-ents Pasquale and Linda Sacco because they are responsible for their son, for bringing him up right and for teaching him about his heritage and culture. He thanked Michael for learning well. President DiStefano made a presentation to Michael for all the work he has done. In addi-tion, Representative Stephen Pedone also made some re-marks concerning Mike’s proud Italian heritage and contribu-tions to the community, and presented him with a citation from the State House.

Michael is a life-long resident of Worcester, Massachusetts.

Michael P. Sacco, CPA, MST; Lodge #168 Achievement Award Recipient for 2009by Maria L. Sciannameo, EdD

Born on July 1, 1966 he is the son of Pasquale & Linda (DiRe-da) Sacco and the grandson of the late Pasquale & Mary Sacco and Salvatore & Grazia DiReda. Michael has one sister, Ann-Marie Quarta of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts.

It’s almost like the phrase or the book “Growing up Italian”; was based on Michael’s youth and his upbringing. Michael’s family lived in a typical two-decker setting off of Plantation St. His family lived on the top fl oor and his grandparents on the fi rst fl oor. The entire back yard was picturesque as it entailed the largest vegetable garden known to man and the most delicious fruit trees and grapevine where everyone could sit under and enjoy. However, this all came with a price; his father and grandfather split the garden area in half as if to compete with each other but his help went both ways. Most kids went and played outside every day after school, but it was Mike’s job to report to his grandparents fi rst to see what needed to be done; mostly cut-ting the lawn, weeding and watering, but never allowed to actually touch the vegeta-bles unless it was under adult supervision.

On weekends, when other children went to the beach or to amusement parks, the entire Sacco family including aunts, uncles and cousins went to a remote location only known to Italians as Sandy Point, Rhode Island. Here amidst the horsefl ies that were the size of B-52 bombers, they fi shed all day. When the tide was high, nets were dragged for smelts and when the tide was low, the adults went out quahog-ging while the children stayed ashore and dug for clams. At the end of the day the cars were packed and enough fi sh was brought home that would make even Legal Seafood jeal-ous. These were fond childhood experiences never to be ridi-culed but cherished forever. In addition, Michael learned how to make fresh sausage and the importance of poking enough air holes in the casings so that the meat would be packed tight enough so the casings wouldn’t tear — a tradition that even now has been passed down to his own son as several times a year fresh sausage along with

their ever popular soppresatta is made.

Michael graduated from Holy Name C.C.H.S. and received his B.A. in Accounting from Assumption College and his graduate degree in taxation from Bentley College. During his school days, he was involved heavily in sports, both playing and coaching, student govern-ment and theater. During his audition for Pippin is where he met the love of his life Andrea Magana. Michael and Andrea, affectionately known as Chickee, already knew each other as they belonged to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church. Michael was an altar boy and Chickee was a soloist in the choir. How-

ever, running into each other and working together solidifi ed their future. They were mar-ried on December 3, 1989 and have two beautiful children Ariana (16) and Michael Jr. (13), both honor students attending St. Peter-Marian Senior/Junior High School.

Having been a CPA and work-ing for one of the then “Big Eight” fi rms for several years, Michael decided to venture out onto his own and create his own prac-tice. Sacco & Associates, P.C. is a tax and business advisory fi rm located on 100 Grove Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. For the past fi fteen years, Michael and his staff have been serving Central Massachusetts and beyond providing compliance and representation services for individuals and corporations with tax controversy issues. His practice is regionally and nationally recognized in this arena and he now represents clients in thirty-seven states. In 2003, he was honored by the Worcester Business Journal as one of the “Top 40 Under Forty” Business Leaders in Central Massachusetts and has received a Mayoral and House of Representatives citation for his business contributions. He can be heard once a month on WCRN radio (830AM) as a co-host of the program “Your Financial Compass” discuss-ing tax and business planning strategies.

Michael is a Fellow of the Massachusetts Society of Cer-tified Public Accountants, a member of the American In-

stitute of Certifi ed Public Ac-countants where he serves on the committee for Taxation and Ethics. He was a past Board member and Treasurer of Holy Name C.C.H.S. and now serves on the Advisory Board at St. Peter-Marian C.C.H.S. An active member of our Lady of Loreto Church, he served as Co-Chair-man of the famous “Sausage Booth” of the Italian Festival for twenty years and Co–Chaired Family Day in 2006. Also in 2006, Michael was appointed by Monsignor Rocco Piccolomini and currently serves as the Parish’s Finance Chairman to oversee and restructure all par-ish fi nancial activities. Michael was a long-time baseball coach alongside his father and umpire for the Jack Barry Little League and currently coaches and instructs for the Joe Schwartz Little League. Besides coach-ing, Michael is a member of the Board of Directors and serves as the Director of Marketing/Sponsorship. The Joe Schwartz League had a dream to install lights for the children to play baseball at night. This dream was realized and Michael played an integral part of their fund-raising efforts. He was also a VIP pacesetter for many years for the Massachusetts Easter Seals and was involved with the Heart Ball as an auction spon-sor and supporter.

Michael joined the Worcester Lodge #168, O.S.I.A. in the early 1990’s. Having jumped into action immediately he became a Trustee and was catapulted directly to President. He served as President from 1999 to 2003 and again from 2005 to 2007. He has been a delegate to the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts for many years serving and co-chairing on numerous committees such as Credentials, Elections, and Law and Finance. He was also a member of the Commission for Social Justice assisting his fellow commissioners’ com-bat the negative stereotyping that Italian-Americans have been faced with for countless years.

Michael was instrumental in the addition of new functions such as the 50’s Dance, Maca-roni Suppers, and the now ever popular Annual Golf Tourna-ment. One of the most impor-

Lodge #168 OSIA Columbus Day Festival Committee.

Grand Lodge guests with Lodge #168 President Kevin Mercadante (left) and Award Recipient Michael P. Sacco (center).

Three generations of Sacco men.



LODGE NEWS

The Lawrence Ladies Lodge, #2026, sponsored a lecture by Professor Richard Padova at the Lawrence Heritage Park on October 18, 2009. Titled, “Italian Women: Intelligent, Creative and Successful,” Professor Padova gave an interesting talk about Rachel Ray, Mother Cabrini, Sophia

Lawrence Ladies #2026 Sponsors Italian Heritage Month Lecture

The Ladies from the Lodge in the audience.President Mary Paolino, Professor Richard Padova and his wife, Lori.

Loren and Jill Biden. The lives and careers of these well-known Italian women are an inspira-tion for many. The event was well attended by Lodge members and the general public. Everyone present was treated to delicious calzone and des-sert, provided by the Lawrence Ladies Lodge.

Guiseppa (Josephine) Cav-allaro Privitera of G. Marconi Lodge #1620 received the Bos-ton Post Cane as the oldest citizen living in the Town of Lee. Josephine was born to Salvatore and Maria (Concetta) Cavallaro on December 25, 1909 in Guardia, Sicily. She married Stefano Privitera and moved to New York in 1930. Two years later, they moved to Little Italy in Lee and then to Main Street in Lee. Stefano Privitera died in June 1989. Josephine continued to live on Main Street for the past 76 years.

Stefano and Josephine reared four children in the Great De-pression: Antoinette, Mario, Salvatore, and Mary. Jose-

OSIA Member Recognized as Oldest Person in Town of Lee

by Stephen A. Cozzaglio

phine has 12 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.

Josephine has been a member of G. Marconi Lodge #1620 for 64 years; she served as Finan-cial Secretary from 1950-1957. She is proud that she became a citizen of the United States.

She has recently returned from a cruise to the Western Caribbean with 50 members of her family to celebrate her son, Salvatore’s 50th wedding an-niversary as well as her forth-coming 100th birthday.

On Saturday, September 26, Josephine was recognized by being driven in the Lee Found-ers Day Parade by Linda Jo Moran.

Josephine is pictured with the Boston Post Cane in front of Steve’s Barbershop, which was fi rst owned by her husband and now by her son, Mario. Also, she is pictured being driven in the parade.

On Tuesday, June 16, 2009, the Watertown Sons of Italy Men’s Lodge, Lodge Piave Fiume #1036, and the Ladies Lodge, Cornelia dei Grac-chi #1583, sponsored a Scholarship Awards Evening. The program consisted of a light colla-tion, the presentation of awards to very deserv-ing students, a guest speaker, and dessert and coffee.

The Institutions of Learning these students will be attending include: Fairfi eld University, Whee-lock College, New York University, University of

Watertown Lodges Award Scholarshipsby Angela C. Giovannangelo, Chairperson

New Hampshire, Roger Williams University, Salve Regina University, Lesley University, Boston University and the University of Massachusetts in Lowell.

The fi elds of study chosen by these students include: Physical Therapy, History/Education, Business, Construction Management, Early Childhood Education, Medicine and Sound Recording.

We wish them much success in their future endeavors.

Pictured are the Lodge Presidents Steve DeAngelis and Joan Wilson, the chairpersons, Rudy Viscomi and Angela C. Giovannangelo, Guest Speaker, Watertown High School Teacher, Mr. Joseph Luciano, and the recipients: Danielle Russo, Adam Russo, Kyle Stockmal, Brian Natale, Anthony DeAngelis, Kathryn Pellegrini, Courtney Hopkins, Maria DiFonte, David Bastianelli Jr. and Sun Hee Uoo.

Every Thursday — Italian Buffet at Cape Cod Lodge #2404, Route 28, Cotuit. For reservations, please call (508) 540-2407 or 420-3172.Every Friday — Dancing at Cape Cod Lodge #2404, Route 28, Cotuit. For reservations (508) 540-2407 or 420-3172.The First Friday of Every Month — Come Come Dance to Live Music Dance to Live Music from 7:30-11:00 P.M., at the Sons of Italy Hall, 520 Pleasant Street, Watertown. A light collation is served. For additional information, please contact Sal at (781) 894-5749 or Mary at (781) 646-8578. Proper dress is required.The Last Friday of Every Month — Arlington Men’s Lodge #1349 sponsors Ballroom Dancing at 7:30 P.M., with music by Trilogy. In October and November the dance is held on the third Friday of the month. For further information contact George Arena at (781) 646-1252.Second Sunday of Every Month — Quincy Sons of Italy Lodge, 120 Quarry Street, Quincy, MA — Meat Raffl e at 1:00 P.M. For information, please call (617) 773-1295.Every Thursday – Progressive Raffl e at the Quincy Sons of Italy, 120 Quarry Street, Quincy. 7:00-9:00 P.M. Tickets: 3 for $5.00. Jackpot grows weekly until hit. For more information, please call (617) 773-1295.January 20, 2010 – Comedy Night at Giggles — Prince Pizzeria, Rt. 1 South, Saugus 7 p.m. Lineup includes Tony V, Brad Mastrangelo, Johnny Pizzi and all the pizza you can eat! This is a fundraiser for the charitable works of Winthrop Mixed Lodge #2057. Checks of $25 can be made payable to “Winthrop Mixed Lodge #2057 OSIA” and sent to event coordinator Billie Finocchio, 53 Willow Avenue, #1, Winthrop, MA 02152.

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The Christoforo Colombo Regina Elena Lodge #169 of Fitchburg celebrated their annual Me-morial Mass for their deceased members at St. Anthony’s Church in Fitchburg at the 10:30 A.M. Mass on Sunday, October 11, 2009.

Ann Pacetti and Florence Volpe coordinated the Mass schedule. Anna Pacetti and Robert “Bob” Pacetti, President of the Fitchburg Lodge, brought up the offertory gifts. The mass was attended by a number of members of the Fitchburg Lodge. It

Christoforo Colombo Regina Elena Lodge #169Memorial Mass for Deceased Members

Members and guest enjoying coffee and socialization.

Left to Right: Mass Committee members: Florence Volpe, Bob Pacetti, President of the Fitchburg Lodge and Ann Pacetti serving coffee to members and guests.

Left to Right: Hall clean-up committee and local lodge members Bob Pacetti, President, Christine Roy and Andy Roy.

is held each year to pay respect to our deceased members. It serves as a remembrance of our dedicated members, who have gone before us.

After the Mass, all were invited to the St. An-thony’s Church hall for coffee, donuts, friendship and socialization, sponsored by the Christoforo Colombo Regina Elena Fitchburg Lodge #169. Assisting in serving and cleanup were Ann Pac-etti, Florence Volpe, Bob Pacetti, Nenay Schultz, Christine Roy and Andy Roy.

On Saturday, August 15th, a number of wonderful friends to the ladies lodge teamed up for what turned out to be a successful gala fashion show. Lodge President, Dottie D’Onofrio welcomed over 125 folks who had gathered at the Don Orione, Sons of Italy Hall in East Boston, thanking them for coming and sharing in the support of our Scholarship & Charitable programs. She gave a special acknowledgment to the technical support team of WCAT Executive Director Mike Cabral and video producer, Barbara Bishop. Promotional support came from Robin Cole, founder of the Winthrop-by-the Sea online website and Winthrop Sun Transcript editor, Cary Schuman. Dottie thanked the area merchants for their participation in our show program booklet and reminded the folks that there were some wonderful raffl e gifts in the offering today.

She introduced her very hard working committee; Rose LoConte, Peggy Pacifi cio and show commentator Anne Todino McNeff. Start-ing off the afternoon, Chuckie Famolare of Famolare’s Catering served up a delectable sit down full-course Chicken Cordon Bleu dinner that got rave reviews.

Project Runway included fall fashions from Marshall’s of Sau-gus and some wonderful entertaining skits. Starring in the day’s performance was State Senator Anthony Petruccelli and his fam-ily, Alessandra, Alexia, and little guy Anthony, Jr., in their back-to-school adventure outfi ts. Sister Bette Federico, dressed in her 1800’s old fashion bathing suit, walked the runway to the tune of ‘By-the-Beautiful Sea’. Town Council member, Linda Calla was off to the offi ce in her lovely business attire. Winthrop’s Fire Chief, Paul Flanagan and Senior Center Director, Nancy Williams wowed the folks with ‘I Got You Babe’ in their great hippie outfi ts. Then it was game time with Town Council Vice President, Joe Ferrino dressed in his sporty outfi t donning a Patriots cap. All dressed up for the party were the lovely Stephanie Locke with her daughter Alana. Here in Winthrop we are fortunate to have the Winthrop School of Performing Arts and CEO’s John and Trudy Macero gave us a wonderful singing duet. Our president, Dottie outdid herself in a very funny skit to Patsy’s Cline’s ‘She’s Got You’. Daughter Sofi a and mom, Town Clerk, Carla Vitale were all bundled up and ready to head out to the apple orchards. Casual and khakis found Richard Honan of ‘Support the Troops’ traveling up from ‘P’ Town via the ferry to participate in the day’s activities. A very lovely Brit-tany Lauren Lukas graced the stage dressed in her college look as she heads back to a busy sophomore year at Emmanuel College. Highlight of the afternoon’s show was the high steppin’ — high spirited team of Bobby Lukas, Richard Honan and Chuckie Famo-lare giving us their great rendition of the Can-Can. In closing all cast members joined on stage singing ‘God Bless America’.

Left to Right: The Committee: Peggy Pacifico, Dottie D’Onofrio, Rose LoConte and Anne Todino McNeff.

Winthrop Ladies Lodge #2071Winthrop Ladies Lodge #2071Charity Fashiow ShowCharity Fashiow Show

In celebration of the 105th Anniversary of the founding of the Order Sons of Italy in America, the Supreme Lodge is compiling a cookbook with recipes from members all over the country to be published in September 2010.

In their efforts to be successful in a national distribution of this cookbook, a contest is being held to determine the cover art and title. Artists who submit their cover art and title suggestions will be in the running for a chance to have their work featured on the front cover of the cookbook, re-ceive full credit in the publication for their work, and receive a $250 cash prize.

Anyone interested in entering their submission should visit the OSIA website at http://osia.org/culture/cookbook for the rules of the contest and to complete the submission form no later than January 31, 2010.

Submissions of authentic Italian recipes from any mem-ber of the Order are also being accepted. Anyone wishing to share a recipe should visit the OSIA website at http://osia.org/culture/cookbook and complete the submission form no later than May 1, 2010.

OSIA 105th AnniversaryCOOKBOOK

Cover Art, Title Contest and Call for Recipes


LODGE NEWS

On Sunday afternoon, Oc-tober 25th, the Maria Montes-sori Lodge of Belmont had a Luncheon and Cabaret show, starring the “Hot Spots” caba-ret productions. It was held at the Elks Hall in Lexington, and it was a most delightful and entertaining performance with a lot of good music, dancing, comedy and fun.

The luncheon was catered by Marty’s and it included roast top sirloin of beef as well as stuffed breast of chicken. There was plenty of good food and wonderful entertainment.

The hall was decorated with very festive white, black and gold balloons, as well as top hats as centerpieces. All of the decorations were done by our sister member Tina Ovalle and her committee.

Chairladies of the cabaret were Carmela LaFauci and Marie Bongiorno, who did a fantastic job. The committee consisted of Jean Frassica, President, Carmela LaFau-ci, Marie Bongiorno, Marie Hubbard, Louise Rodrigues, Olga Mill, Ann Centrella, Em-ily Zuccarello, Tina Ovalle, and Dolly Haddad.

Invited guests were: State President Jim DiStefano and his wife Kathy, and our State Deputy Mary Cooper. Everyone who attended this wonder-ful function enjoyed every minute.

We received a number of donations, baskets and gifts, which made our raffl e a tremen-dous success.

Maria Montessori Lodge #1744 of Belmont

Luncheon and Cabaret Show

Charity and tradition go hand in hand and is so very Italian. In keeping with tradition the Winthrop Ladies Lodge #2071 once again will be helped four area families celebrate Thanksgiving in a part-nership program with the Holy Rosary Church. We ladies gathered up the fi xings to fi ll three baskets along with table trims and Liz Bradley and her committee provided the turkeys. The lodge also provided a complete dinner gift certifi cate with a few goodies. From our lodge to yours we wish you all a joyous Holiday Season.

WINTHROP LADIES LODGE #2071Helps Local FamiliesEnjoy Thanksgiving

Analisa Faro, Past President of the Sam Musumeci Junior Lodge #2693 of Lawrence since 2006, has been granted the Sam Musumeci Scholarship award for her outstanding dedication and devotion to the Junior Lodge and to Sam Musumeci who himself has dedicated his life to helping and guiding our youth. Analisa is now attending Fisher College in Boston majoring in Hospitality and Tourism Management.

Sam Musumeci Scholarship Awarded by Sam Musumeci

Junior Lodge #2693

Left to Right: Mrs. Sam Musumeci, Mr. Sam Musumeci (Founder of Lodge #2693), Joyce Faro (mother of Analisa Faro), Analisa Faro (Past President and Scholarship recipient), Armand Buonanno (President, Lawrence Lodge #902).

Bob Pacetti, President of the Fitchburg Lodge, on keyboards.

Christoforo Colombo Regina Elena Lodge #169 Summer OutingSummer Outing

The Chr istoforo Colombo Regina Elena Lodge #169 of Fitchburg had its annual

Members enjoying the festivities.

Summer Outing at Saima Park in Fitchburg on Sunday, July 26, 2009, from 11:00

A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Members and guests began arriving early, as this is an event they enjoy.

The outing was catered by Shirley Catering of Fitchburg, Massachusetts. Members and guests enjoyed salad, corn on the cob, clam chowder, barbe-cued chicken breast, red bliss potatoes, coleslaw, watermelon and dessert. Music was pro-vided by “UNO”, Robert “Bob” Pacetti, President of the Fitch-burg Lodge, on the keyboards, bass pedals & vocals, play-ing numerous pop, musicals, show tunes, standards and of course Italian songs. All en-joyed the food, music and com-panionship of others. During the afternoon, some also played Bocce (of course) and other games. The day had a threat of rain showers, but turned out to be a great sunny day. All enjoyed the event. Coor-dination of the venue washandled by Anna Pacett i.T ickets were handled by

Sylvia Poir ier. Set up and clean up was done by various members.


LODGE NEWS

In MemoryThe Grand Lodge received notifi cation of the death of the following members. The Grand Lodge of Massachusetts extends sincere condolences to the members of their families.

In Remembrance

Name of Deceased: ___________________________________________________________________

Name of Bereaved: ___________________________________________________________________Street Address: _______________________________________________________________________City, State, Zip: ______________________________________________________________________

Name of Donor: ______________________________________________________________________Street Address: _______________________________________________________________________City, State, Zip: ______________________________________________________________________

Lodge Name and Number City/Town NameGrand Lodge at Large Belmont Victoria R. StaffieriChristopher Columbus #216 Brockton Rose FerranteChristopher Columbus #216 Brockton Eleanor F. IssaChristopher Columbus #216 Brockton Joseph PaglieraniGorizia #467 Rumford, ME Joseph A. PuiiaITAM #564 Pittsfield Anthony MoleITAM #564 Pittsfield Al J. Markey, Jr.ITAM #564 Pittsfield Peter Mathes North Adams #704 North Adams John MazzaNorth Adams #704 North Adams Emil E. MazzantiniNorth Adams #704 North Adams Nancy PuppoloNorth Adams #704 North Adams Alda N. RoyNorth Adams #704 North Adams Clementina DanielsVittorio Veneto #1035 Fall River Glenn J. TeixeiraVittorio Veneto #1035 Fall River Thomas MarcucciPiave Fiume #1036 Watertown Alessandro SalvucciPiave Fiume #1036 Watertown John T. MazulloPiave Fiume #1036 Watertown Alfred GallinaroPiave Fiume #1036 Watertown Roberto DiStefanoBelmont Mixed #1094 Belmont Mario J. AliquoBelmont Mixed #1094 Belmont Ira SmallerGiuseppe Mazzini #1115 Revere Pellegrino U. VellottiNorwood Italian #1235 Norwood Beatrice GrazadoMilford #1356 Milford Mary J. D’OnofrioFrancesco DeSanctis #1411 Natick Anthony MelchionniQuattro Eroi #1414 Franklin Frances A. DeBaggisQuattro Eroi #1414 Franklin Martha F. CirconeStella del Nord #1436 Quincy Madeline SantangeloStella del Nord #1436 Quincy Frances Mary MorrillSanta Maria #1570 Medford Alvira M. LavoieWinchester Mens #1580 Winchester Michael ColucciCornelia dei Gracchi #1583 Watertown Liliane BarbaSgt. Guido Petrilli #1606 Roslindale James BevilacquaSgt. Guido Petrilli #1606 Roslindale John A. CicconeSgt. Guido Petrilli #1606 Roslindale Mae CaddellSgt. Guido Petrilli #1606 Roslindale Guglielmo FioritoSgt. Guido Petrilli #1606 Roslindale Rosario SiracusaWakefield #1734 Wakefield Lawrence O. AdamsMinerva #1846 Stoughton Eleanor M. LoukoLawrence Ladies #2026 Lawrence Amalia SapienzaAngelo Giuseppe Roncalli #2183 Wilmington Mae CannizaroAngelo Giuseppe Roncalli #2183 Wilmington Mary A. DiGirolamoAngelo Giuseppe Roncalli #2183 Wilmington Mary L. RicciBillerica #2268 Billerica Salvatore F. MedoloBillerica #2268 Billerica Vincent Sorano

In Memory ofJean Privitera

by Delia Bartucca

In MemoriamFrank Colantuono by Billerica Mixed Lodge #2268

Louis Tecce by Wakefield Lodge #1734

Irma L. Olivo by Wakefield Lodge #1734

Salvatore Medolo by Billerica Mixed Lodge #2268

Vincent Sorano by Billerica Mixed Lodge #2268

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• Michael P. Sacco (Continued from Page 16)Seacoast Area Lodge #2303ITALIAN FESTIVAL

O n S u n d a y , September 27, the Seacoast Area Lodge #2303 held its second annu-al Italian Festi-val at their lodge headquarters in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Fes-tival goers, includ-ing Portsmouth Mayor Tom Fer-rini, the fi rst pres-ident of the lodge Albert DiPaolo, and City Coun-cil candidate Bob Lister enjoyed Ital-ian food, culture, and even a few

games of Scopa. Many attendees had the opportunity to meet commu-nity members for the fi rst time, and were able to share the importance ofItalian culture in the absence of a centralized Italian neighbor-hood in Portsmouth. It has been diffi cult since the urban renewal for Italian Americans living in Portsmouth to get together, as the new developments forced many long-time residents of the North End to disperse across the city. Lodge member Delmira Morse, as quoted in the Portsmouth Herald, said of the importance of the festival, “the impetus was to share our heritage and our tradi-tions with the community and let the community get to know us better.” Proceeds and donations collected from the event went to the Families First Health and Support Center and the Salvation Army.

Elena Centi Pizzutilli bonds with her granddaughter, Cassandra Centi Pizzutilli, 14, during the Festival.

tant accomplishments during his tenure was the revival of the Junior Lodge #2570. With the help of Joan D’Argenis and MaryJane O’Toole the Junior Lodge is comprised of children ages 12 to 17. The kids enjoy learning, sharing and experi-encing our Italian Heritage. In 2007, after two years of deal-ing and petitioning with local politicians, City Hall Offi cials, Public Safety and Engineering personnel, Michael’s greatest accomplishment to the Sons of Italy came as the City of Worcester fi nally allowed the Lodge to have street signage and be recognized as an active vibrant organization alongside the Rotary Club, Elks Club, Kiwanis Club, etc. As you drive around Worcester you will run into beautiful purple and gold signs with our offi cial emblem the Lion and below it “Worcester Lodge #168.” They are located at the top of Shrewsbury Street, Monsignor Maffei square that is the entrance to Route 290 from Grafton Street and the entrance of Route 9 from Leicester head-ing into Worcester.

Michael has always said “working and giving back to the community is never hard work or a chore; it was and always

will be a labor of love.” None of these accomplishments would have been possible without the understanding and sacrifice of his wife and children. He is humbled and honored to be chosen as this year’s recipi-ent. He graciously accepts this award on behalf of his entire family.

During his acceptance re-marks, Michael noted how he often thought “… maybe some-day…” then he thought of the previous award recipients and believed that he could never compete with them … people he knew and people his family knew. Michael continued noting that his wife and family made many sacrifi ces, as he was in-volved with the activities of the lodge and in the community. “I don’t belong in this book. I only tried to make things better for people I’m humbled…thank you for your faith and trust … I thank you for your support and for supporting this organiza-tion. Don’t ever stop working.” Michael was humbled to be considered and chosen as one who would be among the past recipients and accepted the achievement award for his wife and family.

The next morning, Sunday

October 18th, 2009, a memo-rial wreath was placed at the statue of Christopher Colum-bus at Union Station. During this memorial ceremony, lodge members paid tribute and remembered all the deceased members of Lodge #168. Mon-signor Rocco Piccolomini cel-ebrated a memorial mass for the Worcester Lodge deceased members during the 10:00am Mass at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church after which members and friends participated in a memorial breakfast at the church center.

Members of the Commit-tee were: Margaret Campbell, State Trustee, District II, Grand Lodge-Chairperson; Kevin Mer-cadante, President, Worcester Lodge #168; Donna Giuliani, Lodge #168 vice President; Gladys Bello, Clara Merola, Kenneth Simoncini, Rose Por-caro, Arthur Porcaro, Florence Murgo, Anthony Murgo, Linda Dattis, Kate Mercadante, Elena Olivieri, Rosemarie Mikitar-ian, Maria Sciannameo, Mary-Ann Bello, Helen Aromando, Ralph Aromando, Enzo Ang-ilella, Patricia Solitro, Matteo Solitro, Maria O’Connor, Mi-chael O’Connor, Shirley Battell, and Aurora Fusaro.

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