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57th Biennial Biennial National Convention & Guglielmo Marconi Award Gala Commemorative Journal

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57th Biennial National Convention & Guglielmo Marconi Award Gala Commemorative Journal Inaugural Address by OSDIA Founder Vincenzo Sellaro, M.D...................................................... 2 Welcome: Convention and Marconi Gala Chair.................................................................................... 3 The Guglielmo Marconi Award: History and Recipients.................................................................. 4 2021 Marconi Award Honoree: Gary Sinise........................................................................................ 5 2021 Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro Award Honorees: Vera Ferrara Girolami and Vincent Sarno............... 6 2021 Sports Award Honoree: Bobby Valentine..................................................................................... 7 OSDIA National Officers......................................................................................................................... 8 OSDIA National Past Presidents.........................................................................................................10 The Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America®......................................................................... 12 The Sons of Italy Foundation®............................................................................................................ 16 The Commission for Social Justice®.................................................................................................... 20 OSDIA Gold Membership Program................................................................................................... 22

Cover Photo by Salvatore Micillo

The Founding of the Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America Inaugural Address by OSDIA Founder Vincenzo Sellaro, M.D. Today is the 22nd of June 1905! Today we are blessed with such a magnificent day of sunshine.

Today the Almighty has brought us all together for a purpose. With all of you, and with my most intimate compatriots, let’s say our brothers and their wives, our sisters, who represent every corner of Italy. All of us are Italians!

No matter what part of Italy we came from, we are first and foremost Italians. I, Vincenzo Sellaro, happen to be from Sicily; our pharmacist, Ludovico Ferrari is from Piedmont; our attorney, Antonio Marzullo is from Campania; Giuseppe Carlino, sculptor, from Lazio; and our barbers, Pietro Viscardi from Calabria, and Roberto Merlo from Tuscany.

We cannot continue to see each other and treat each other as sub-nationalities of the Italian peninsula. By continuing this way we will not only remain weak as a nationality within the larger American society, but will also continue to find it ever difficult to achieve our rightful place of influence and respect in the role we must take in making this country greater than ever before.

This wonderful country can only become the richer and more cultured as a result of it.

Today we are gathered together for one main purpose, that I want to believe someday will become a very important part of American history. We are the newest of the immigrants to this great country, and because of the fierce and undeserved prejudice and discrimination that we have had to suffer for nearly two decades, we must begin to work together, for our common good. We must educate ourselves, and insist that our children receive the best and highest education possible. Only through this education will we understand the ways and beliefs of this marvelous adopted country of ours, and be treated as equal and worthy American citizens.

We left our native land for a new life, in order to survive. Our former country with its government demonstrated after so many years of trying, that it was simply not capable of providing for us the life we deserved—a decent life, a respectable life.

The majority of us have come to these shores as the poorest of all Italians, and the least educated of most of Europe. But today I must also share with you that we are also the most courageous for having made the decision to come here, to have left behind our motherland and our families, in the hope, not to find a new life, but to earn a better one. Where only a few of us, before leaving Italy were fortunate enough to have received an education, many of you-us, have reached these shores as common laborers, tenant farmers, field workers and shepherds, gardeners, fishermen, but just as many as artisans, such as masons, carpenters, stonecutters, bakers, tailors and miners. Second to none has been our contribution of tradesmen, lawyers, teachers, accountants, entrepreneurs, pharmacists, and yes, doctors as well.

One of our most important objectives should be to reclaim the rest of our family members left behind, and as soon as possible. The other objective that all of us must keep in mind at all times is that our presence in this great country, who has received so many of us, in whatever we do and say, must enhance its greatness at all times. We ask only for the opportunity to earn a living! We are not here to be a burden. By staying united and helping one another we will realize everything and anything we wish to achieve.

Some say that history has dealt us a lousy hand, being that we are the last to come to America. After all, wasn’t it one of our own who discovered America? I say to them that the others, for the most part, came here with masters, came as slaves in many cases. We, on the other hand, have come of our own accord. We are a free people.

It is because of this that today I have a dream, and hope that someday, even if it takes a hundred more years before we are fully accepted, our children and their children’s children, even if they carry a single drop of Italian blood will be able and proud to continue to carry on our traditions, our culture and our language. It is up to us, and what we do today!

This is an English translation of the inaugural address, which was given in Italian by Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro. Lost since 1935, the Sellaro speech was discovered by Professor Frank P. Oliveri of Rochester, New York, after a three-year search. Professor Oliveri also translated the speech.

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Guglielmo Marconi Award & Biennial National Convention Chairs

Welcome Tony Bisceglia Anderson

National Financial Secretary Co-Chair, Guglielmo Marconi Award Committee

Joseph A. Russo

National Past President Co-Chair, Guglielmo Marconi Award Committee

Welcome to the Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America’s 57th Biennial National Convention and the Guglielmo Marconi Award Gala. In keeping with a long-standing tradition, we gather here in convention as leaders and delegates to call upon the principles of our beloved Order—Liberty, Equality, Fraternity—to guide us in making decisions that will steer the course of the organization over the next two years.

We are a national organization, our members and supporters stretching coast to coast and north to south. Although we are unified through our common Italian ancestry, our experiences with our heritage and OSDIA vary.

This convention provides the opportunity to share stories, exchange ideas, and forge new friendships that will facilitate working together as brothers and sisters.

Tonight we conclude our convention with a wonderful banquet—the Guglielmo Marconi Award Gala—during which we proudly present OSDIA’s highest honor. Named for the Italian inventor of wireless telegraphy, the Guglielmo Marconi Award is given to an individual who has made important contributions to the United States, exemplifying the ideals of the Order.

This year we honor Gary Sinise, an Italian American who is known not only for his prestigious acting career, but also for his support of U.S. military veterans through his Gary Sinise Foundation. We are proud to say that our Sons of Italy Foundation (SIF) has supported his foundation with substantial donations on two separate occasions and that the SIF presented him with its Award for Courage and Patriotism at its Annual National Education and Leadership Awards (NELA) Gala in 2012.

We are proud of Gary’s past accomplishments, look forward to his future accomplishments, and are pleased to honor him tonight at this dinner which formally ends our 57th Biennial Convention.

Enjoy the evening!

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Guglielmo Marconi Award

Previous Recipients The Guglielmo Marconi Award is named for the Nobel Prize-winning Italian physicist who invented wireless telegraphy. It is the Sons and Daughters of Italy’s highest honor, presented biennially to a person who has made significant contributions to the United States.

2019 2017 2015

2013 2011 2009 2007

2005 2003 2001 1999 1997 1995 1993 1991 1989 1985 1983

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Hon. Thomas Richard Suozzi, U.S. Representative - New York Hon. Maria Lorts Sachs, Florida State Senator Joseph Sciame, National Past President, OSDIA; Chairman, Conference of Presidents of Major Italian American Organizations Hon. Tom Marino, U.S. Congressman from Pennsylvania Frank J. DeSantis, National Past President, OSDIA Joe Mantegna, Award-winning Actor Paul S. Polo, Sr., President Emeritus, Sons of Italy Foundation; National Past President, OSDIA Michael Massimino, U.S. Astronaut, NASA Gen. Anthony Zinni, USMC (Ret.) Hon. Argeo Paul Cellucci, U.S. Ambassador to Canada George L. Graziadio, Chairman, Imperial Bank Anthony Cardinal Bevilacqua, Archbishop of Philadelphia Jeno F. Paulucci, Chairman, Paulucci Enterprises Joseph Cicippio, American Hero Mariapia Fanfani, President, Together For Peace Foundation Hon. Peter Secchia, U.S. Ambassador to Italy Hon. Frank J. Montemuro, Jr., National Past President, OSDIA Dr. Augustine Verrengia, Deputy Manager, Program Planning, Space Shuttle Program, NASA Hon. Pete Domenici, U.S. Senator from New Mexico Hon. Frank Annunzio, U.S. Congressman from Illinois Hon. John Scali, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Hon. Ella T. Grasso, Governor of Connecticut Hon. Richard M. Nixon, President of the United States Hon. Peter W. Rodino, U.S. Congressman from New Jersey Hon. Anthony J. Celebrezze, Judge of U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals Hon. John O. Pastore, U.S. Senator from Rhode Island Hon. John A. Volpe, Governor of Massachusetts Judge Eugene V. Alessandroni, Grand Venerable, Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania Brig. Gen. David S. Sarnoff, President and Chairman of the Board, R.C.A. Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America®

Guglielmo Marconi Award - 2021 Honoree

Gary Sinise Award-Winning Actor and Founder of the Gary Sinise Foundation For nearly 40 years, Gary Sinise has stood as an advocate on behalf of America’s service members.

It began in the early 80’s with his support of Vietnam Veterans groups and the creation of Vets Night, a program offering free dinners and performances to veterans at the Steppenwolf Theatre in Chicago. His commitment continued into the 90’s working on behalf of the Disabled American Veterans organization which he continues to actively support. His dedication to our nation’s active duty defenders, veterans, first responders, and their families has become a tireless crusade of support, service and gratitude to all those who protect our freedom and serve our country.

His portrayal of ‘Lt. Dan Taylor’ in the landmark film Forrest Gump formed an enduring connection with servicemen and women throughout the military community. After several USO handshake tours in 2003, Sinise formed the “Lt. Dan Band” in early 2004 and began entertaining troops serving at home and abroad. The band now performs close to 50 shows a year for military bases, charities and fundraisers supporting veterans and troops around the world.

In 2011, Sinise established the Gary Sinise Foundation with a mission to serve our country by honoring our defenders, veterans, first responders, their families, and those in need. The Foundation’s four programmatic pillars are their way of “doing a little more” for those who sacrifice so much for the country.

The Foundation’s R.I.S.E. (Restoring Independence Supporting Empowerment) Program builds 100% mortgage-free, specially adapted smart homes for severely wounded veterans and first responders, and their families. These “forever homes” are tailored to the specific needs of each wounded hero and are specially designed to ease the daily challenges faced by these heroes and their families, who sacrifice so much alongside them. The R.I.S.E. program also provides home modifications, mobility devices, and adapted vehicles to heroes with injuries and medical conditions. The Foundation’s Relief and Resiliency Program supports our nation’s defenders and their families through any hardships they face, and offers complete support before, during, and after the battle through flagship initiatives like Snowball Express, the Gary Sinise Foundation Avalon Network, and more. The Gary Sinise Foundation Avalon Network is a cognitive health and mental wellness network that provides transformative care, free-of-charge, to veterans and first responders experiencing post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injuries, and substance abuse.

The Foundation’s Community and Education Program bridges the gap between the defender and civilian communities through initiatives that honor America’s heroes, both past and present, and inspire the next generation to do the same. The Community Outreach & Education initiatives include Soaring Valor, Serving Heroes, Arts & Entertainment Outreach, and more. Lastly, the First Responders Outreach Program honors firefighters, police, paramedics, and EMTs who sacrifice so much every day to ensure our safety.

Through the First Responders Outreach Program, the Gary Sinise Foundation provides funding to departments across the country for essential equipment, PPE, emergency relief, and training to ensure our first responders are able to perform to the best of their abilities.

Sinise serves as spokesperson for both the American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial Foundation and Disabled American Veterans. He serves on executive councils for The Medal of Honor Foundation and the USO, and is an advisory board member for Hope for the Warriors.

In recognition of his humanitarian work on behalf of our troops and veterans, Sinise has earned many distinguished awards including The Bob Hope Award for Excellence in Entertainment from the Medal of Honor Society, the Spirit of the USO Award, The Ellis Island Medal of Honor, the Spirit of Hope Award by the Department of Defense, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Award from the National Defense Industrial Association and West Point’s Thayer Award. In 2008 he was given the Presidential Citizens Medal, the second-highest civilian honor awarded to citizens for exemplary deeds performed in service of the nation, only the third actor ever to receive this honor. He was recently named an honorary Chief Petty Officer by the Navy and an Honorary Marine by the United States Marine Corp.

Giving back to those who sacrifice for our nation and encouraging others to do the same has become Gary Sinise’s personal quest and what he hopes will endure as a legacy of service to others.

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Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro Award - 2021 Honorees

Vera Ferrara Girolami Vera Ferrara Girolami has been a member of the Modesto Lodge #2021 in California for over 35 years and, on August 19, 2017, she was sworn in as the Order’s 36th National President, becoming the second woman in OSDIA history to serve in that position. During her term, the Order’s name officially changed from the Order Sons of Italy in America to the Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America.

Prior to serving as National President, she served in many positions, including Local Lodge President for three terms and Grand Lodge of California Convention Chair for two years. She founded and, for 22 years, chaired the Central Valley OSDIA Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization that has raised more than $350,000 for communities and charities. In 2005, Vera became the first woman to be elected President of the Grand Lodge of California.

Vera also served in multiple positions at the National Level, including National Delegate, Supreme Council, Youth Summit, Future Good of The Order, and Ritual and Protocol Handbook. She served as Fifth, Fourth, and First National Vice President.

Vera’s parents, Salvatore and Palma Ferrara, met in Ohio after each having emigrated from the same village in Sicily (Rodì Milici). There, Salvatore worked as a shoemaker, and it was in Ohio that Vera was born. Her parents then moved the family to California.

Vera graduated from Notre Dame High School and attended O’Connor Hospital School of Nursing. She was then one of the fourteen first women to attend Santa Clara University, where she met her husband, Judge Al Girolami. Vera worked as a nurse, retiring from Emergency Room Nursing in 1989. She began a new career as Vice President of Marketing and Public Relations for the Modesto Community Bank until she retired in 2007.

Vera and Al have been married for 61 years and live in San Jose, California. They have two daughters—Catherine and Carol—and five grandchildren—Foster, Gavin, Amelia, Nella, and Eva.

Vincent Sarno In 1970, Vincent Sarno joined the Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America’s (OSDIA) Enrico Fermi Lodge #2229 in Medford, New Jersey. He currently belongs to the Giuseppe Garibaldi Lodge #1658 in Hammonton, New Jersey. On August 19, 2005, Vince was elected as the Order’s 31st National President at the 49th Biennial National Convention, which was held in New York City and celebrated the Order’s 100th Anniversary.

Prior to being elected National President, he served in many leadership positions including Local Lodge President, NJ State Trustee, and NJ State President, and also served as NJ Membership Chair from 1980 until he was elected State President in 1987. While he was State President, he successfully formed and received a charter for its non-profit foundation and paid off the mortgage of the Grand Lodge building. In 1995, Vince was elected as OSDIA National 5th Vice President and continued through the chairs until he became National President. Following his presidency, he served as Sons of Italy Foundation (SIF) President for two terms and was then named SIF President Emeritus.

In addition to his supreme council office, he successfully served as chairman of committees overseeing membership, fundraising, and education. He also served as Education Chair for the committee that planned and conducted OSDIA’s first-ever National Youth Summit in Washington, D.C. Vince was born on May 4, 1933, to James Sarno and Rose Mauriello Sarno in Newark, New Jersey. He has one sister, Sally Barton. He graduated from Newark Central High School as a business major. He is a veteran of U.S. Navy (1952-1956), discharged with the rank of Machinist’s Mate Refrigeration Mechanic, and spent one year in the special course division at Newark College of Engineering.

After beginning his government career with the U.S. Department of Defense in 1962, he received the Air Force Civilian Commendation Medal for fighting a forest fire which threatened a $26 million radar tower. During his 37-year career in government, Vince supervised seven subordinate foreman and several hundred technicians and managed a budget of 1 million dollars.

In 1954, he married Philip and Mary De Stefano’s daughter, Paula. They have two children—Vincent and Rosemary—three grandchildren—Nicholas Vincenzo Sarno, Christine Paula Knox, and Michelle Elizabeth Rapp—and one great-grandson—Samual Knox.

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Sports Award - 2021 Honoree

Bobby Valentine

Born in Stamford, Connecticut, Robert “Bobby” John Valentine gained prominence as a Major League Baseball (MLB) player and manager. A gifted athlete, Valentine was All-State in high school football, baseball, and track, and is one of the few football players in Connecticut history to be named All-State three times. He was also a champion ballroom dancer, winning a regional competition at the Waldorf-Astoria in New York and participating in the 1964 New York World’s Fair opening ceremonies.

In 1968, Valentine was selected fifth overall in the Major League Baseball Draft by the Los Angeles Dodgers. He began his professional baseball career with the Ogden Dodgers, a minor league affiliate that was, at that time, managed

by Tommy Lasorda. Valentine later played under Lasorda’s tutelage for the Triple-A Spokane Indians and the Dominican Republic’s Tigres del Licey. In 1969, Valentine made his major league debut with the Los Angeles Dodgers.

His career spanned a decade in which he played for the Los Angeles Dodgers (1969, 1971-1972), California Angels (1973-1975), San Diego Padres (1975-1977), New York Mets (1977-1978), and Seattle Mariners (1979).

Following his playing career, Valentine began coaching as part of the New York Mets staff before being hired to manage the Texas Rangers in 1985. He spent seven years (1985-1992) with the Rangers and went on to manage the New York Mets (1996-2002)—leading them to the World Series in 2000—and the Boston Red Sox (2012). He also managed the Chiba Lotte Marines in the Japanese Pacific League on two separate stints (1995 and 2004-2009) and led them to victory in the 2005 Japan Series.

In 2002, Valentine won the Branch Rickey Award, given annually to an individual in Major League Baseball in recognition of exceptional community service. He received the award for his donations to and personal support of 9/11 survivors.

Valentine has also worked as an analyst for ESPN Sunday Night Baseball and served as Director of Public Safety & Health for Stamford, Connecticut, the city in which he was born. He is currently the athletic director at Sacred Heart University.

Valentine is married to Mary Branca, daughter of former Major League Baseball pitcher Ralph Branca. They have a son, Robert “Bobby” John Valentine, Jr. 57th Biennial National Convention & Marconi Gala Commemorative Journal

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2019-2021 National Officers

Robert M. Ferrito President, Commission for Social Justice®

Vera Ferrara Girolami

National Immediate Past President

Richard R. Della Croce, Esq.

Robert A. Bianchi, Esq. National 1st Vice President

Thom A. Lupo

National 4th Vice President

National 5th Vice President

Tony Bisceglia Anderson

Joseph Rondinelli

National Financial Secretary

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Nancy DiFiore Quinn President, Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America®

National Treasurer

Joseph Sciame President, Sons of Italy Foundation®

Joseph A. Boncore, Esq. National 2nd Vice President

Michael P. Creedon, Esq. National Orator

Carolyn Reres

National Historian

Michael G. Polo

National 3rd Vice President

Philip J. Privitera, Esq.

National Recording Secretary

Rev. R. Adam Forno National Chaplain

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2019-2021 National Trustees & State Presidents National Trustees Lynn Lawrence-Murphy, CA Neil A. Velleca, Jr., CT Gregory Bianchini, FL Antonio Sestito, MA Frances Cipriotti, MD Vincent A. Zaccaria, MD Ralph M. Capaccio, NJ Robert M. Ferrito, NY Joanne Spino Marchese, NW Terry Lattavo, OH Nancy Timperio Porcelli, PA

State Presidents John J. Costa, CA John Carochi, CO Dan Onofrio, CT Angel Ramos, DE Tony Cianciotta, FL Paul Loparco, IL/WI Denise Furnari, MA Anita Lombardi Riley, MD Dan Matuella, NE Nick Burzichelli, NJ Anthony Naccarato, NY Rosetta Stella Beyersdorf, NW Anthony Perfilio, OH Joseph Marino, PA John Bonaventura, RI Larry Brennan, VA Richard Viglianco, WV

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National Past Presidents PHOTO NOT AVAILABLE

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Vincenzo Sellaro 1905-1908

Antonio Rubino 1908-1909

Achille Sabatino 1909-1912

Francis Mezzatesta 1912-1914

Vincent Buffa 1914-1916

Francesco Palleria 1916-1917

Stefano Miele 1917-1921 & 1935-1940

Giovanni M. Di Silvestro 1921-1935

Felix Forte 1940-1947

George J. Spatuzza 1947-1957

Frank J. Gimino 1957-1957

Joseph Gorrasi 1957-1961

John Ottaviano, Jr. 1961-1965

Peter J. Bertoglio 1965-1969

Americo V. Cortese 1969-1973

Peter B. Gay 1973-1975

John G. Spatuzza 1975-1977

Frank J. Montemuro, Jr. 1977-1981

Aldo A. Caira 1981-1985

Bruno S. Giuffrida 1985-1987 Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America®

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National Past Presidents

S. Joseph Avara 1987-1989

Albert J. Riccelli, Sr. 1989-1991

Peter R. Zuzolo 1991-1993

Joanne L. Strollo 1993-1995

Paul S. Polo, Sr. 1995-1997

Frank J. DeSantis 1997-1999

Philip R. Boncore 1999-2001

Robert A. Messa 2001-2003

Joseph Sciame 2003-2005

Vincent Sarno 2005-2007

Alfred A. Affinito 2007-2009

Joseph J. DiTrapani 2009-2013

Anthony J. Baratta 2013-2015

Joseph A. Russo 2015

Daniel J. Longo 2015-2017

Vera Ferrara Girolami 2017-2019

Nancy DiFiore Quinn 2019-2021 57th Biennial National Convention & Marconi Gala Commemorative Journal

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114 Years of Liberty, Equality, Fraternity OSDIA is the oldest (established 1905) and largest organization representing Americans of Italian heritage in the United States, with hundreds of thousands of family members located in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Our mission is to serve as the leading organizational voice on behalf of the cultural, social, political and economic issues of importance to Americans of Italian heritage.

Celebrating Our Culture and Preserving Our History The backbone of OSDIA is Italian heritage. The celebration and record of that heritage is found in the historical Garibaldi-Meucci Museum, OSDIA’s archives at the Immigration History Research Center, the beautiful Italian America magazine, and lodge members across the country, like those who gathered to honor OSDIA’s centennial in 2005 when Grand Street in New York City was renamed Sons of Italy Way .

NATIONAL OFFICE Miles Ryan Fisher Editor-in-Chief, Italian America® Magazine Director of Communications Justin Smith Managing Director 12

Adam Jacobs Director of Finance

Emily Knoche Program Director

Stephanie Strickland Administrative Assistant Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America®

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114 Years of Liberty, Equality, Fraternity Government and International Relations As the largest group representing Italian Americans, OSDIA’s role in keeping close relationships with government leaders is important, whether it’s OSDIA’s national president meeting with the president of the United States or maintaining a close bond with the Embassy of Italy and Italy’s Ambassador to the United States.

Innovative Fundraising Beyond Dues Recognizing the need to create revenue beyond dues, OSDIA leaders are always evaluating projects that have the potential to derive income, as well as provide a cultural, historical or educational benefit. OSDIA’s official cookbook was especially successful, as was an at-large member drive which included a drawing for a free genealogy research package from My Italian Family.

Member and Public Communications for Today’s World OSDIA keeps in touch with members and supporters through a variety of communications, including OSIA.org and social media like Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter. “Questo Mese,” the monthly OSDIA National email newsletter, is a member favorite.

Subscribe to OSDIA’s YouTube Channel Today! www.youtube.com/OrderSonsandDaughtersofItalyinAmerica

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Historical Timeline 1905 June 22 OSIA founded as “Figli d’Italia” at 203 Grand Street in New York City at the office and residence

of Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro. (Later renamed “L’Ordine Figli d’Italia in America.”) A week later, Dr. Sellaro is elected first “Supreme Venerable” or president. 1911 The Grand Lodge of New York becomes first state chapter; puts a representative on Ellis Island to help new Italian immigrants. 1913 OSIA encourages members to join unions and support labor protests such as the Paterson textile workers strike in New Jersey. 1914 OSIA holds first convention in Paterson, N.J. Beginning in 1917 in Cleveland, OSIA begins holding conventions every two years. 1915 OSIA publishes the weekly “Bollettino Ufficiale.” In 1946, the Bollettino is replaced with OSIA News, a monthly newspaper. In 1996, the newspaper is replaced with Italian America, a full-color quarterly magazine free to all members.

1917 President Woodrow Wilson receives OSIA leaders at the White House. Since then, every U.S. president has publicly acknowledged the contributions of OSIA, including Herbert Hoover, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Harry S. Truman, Lyndon B. Johnson, Richard M. Nixon, Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan, George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton and George W. Bush. 1918 An estimated 28,000 OSIA members serve in the U.S. armed forces during WWI. Of these 1,278 are wounded and 975 killed. OSIA gives subsidies to servicemen’s families. OSIA lodges contribute $2 million and 3.5 million lire for war victims, Liberty Loans (war bonds), the Red Cross and post-war loans to Italian government. OSIA establishes free English language and citizenship classes for members. 1919 OSIA takes over administration of Antonio Meucci’s home on Staten Island, N.Y. In 1956, OSIA turns the home into the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum, a center for Italian culture and language learning. Today it is one of only two 2 ethnic museums in the U.S. with landmark status. [Ed. Note: the actual date of the OSIA takeover is disputed. It may have been in 1913 or 1914.] 1922 The government of Italy designates OSIA its official representative of Italians in the United States.

OSIA sponsors student exchanges and annual pilgrimages to Italy where OSIA leaders meet with the Pope, the king of Italy and government leaders. 1927 OSIA protests the execution of Sacco and Vanzetti. 1930 OSIA membership peaks at 350,000 in more than 1,000 lodges coast to coast. 1931 Louise Porreca becomes first woman to serve on Supreme Council when she is elected a Supreme trustee. 1932 OSIA founder, Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro dies on November 28 of diabetes and heart disease at age 64. OSIA enrolls 1,500 young Italian Americans in 12 youth lodges during a mass meeting in New York City. Eventually 366 youth lodges were created, 132 of them in Massachusetts. 1942 OSIA hires Leonard Pasqualicchio as its first national deputy to lobby in Washington, D.C. He served until 1957. Among his achievements, he convinces government to drop wartime “enemy alien” designation of non-naturalized Italians living in America and presses successfully for federal government to include Italy in the Marshall Plan to rebuild post-war Italy. 1947 OSIA launches letter-writing campaign urging members’ relatives in Italy not to vote Communist in the first democratic election in Italy’s history. 1954 OSIA steps up campaign to make Columbus Day a federal holiday. In 1932 the Order began lobbying Congress and the White House for this holiday. 1959 OSIA establishes Sons of Italy Foundation (SIF), its philanthropic arm. 1965 Grace Grenco is elected president of the Grand Lodge of Florida, becoming the first woman to hold the office of grand lodge president. OSIA supports passage of the 1965 Immigration Act which abolishes the 1924 McCarran-Walter Act that discriminated against southern Europeans by establishing unfairly low quotas. 1968 President Lyndon B. Johnson signs law designating the second Monday in October as “Columbus Day” and a federal holiday. 1971 President Richard Nixon receives the OSIA Marconi Award during a ceremony at the White House. 1973 OSIA helps create the Italian American Congressional Caucus, uniting for the first time all the Italian-Americans serving in the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate. OSIA helps found the National Italian American Coordinating Association, a federation of national Italia- American organizations now known as the Conference of Presidents of 14

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Historical Timeline Major Italian American Organizations. 1979 President Jimmy Carter addresses OSIA’S 36th Biennial Convention in Baltimore. 1980 OSIA celebrates 75th anniversary; Congress proclaims June 22 “National Italian American Day” President Jimmy Carter awards OSIA member & WWII veteran Anthony Casamento the Medal of Honor, following OSIA’s three-year campaign. 1981 OSIA purchases a building for its national headquarters and hires a full-time national executive director in Washington, D.C. From 1905 to 1955, the headquarters was in New York City and, later, Philadelphia. OSIA establishes the Commission for Social Justice (CSJ), its anti-defamation arm.

1984 SIF approves $100,000 project to record and preserve OSIA archives at the University of Minnesota’s Immigration History Research Center (IHRC). 1989 SIF holds first National Education & Leadership Awards (NELA) Gala in Washington, D.C. to honor outstanding Italian American students and leaders. OSIA archives at the University of Minnesota’s IHRC opens. Its 1,200-plus linear feet make it the largest Italian American resource materials collection in the United States. 1993 Joanne L. Strollo is elected OSIA’s first, and presently the only, woman national president. 1998 President Bill Clinton becomes the first U.S. president to attend the NELA Gala and attends again in 1999 and 2000, and post-presidency in 2006 and 2010. 2002 OSIA delegation makes first official visit of 21st century to Italy to meet with Italian government, business and culture leaders including the president of Italy, Carlo Azeglio Ciampi. 2004 President George W. Bush and Italy’s Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi attend the NELA Gala. It was the first time a sitting U.S. president and a prime minister of Italy attended a major nonprofit event in America together. OSIA holds pilgrimage to Italy to kick off upcoming centennial year celebrations.

Delegation meets with then-Pope John Paul II, President Carlo Azeglio Ciampi, and other government officials and holds gala dinner in Rome. Grand Street in New York City is re-named “Sons of Italy Way.” 2005 OSIA celebrates its 100th anniversary. Since its founding it has established more than 2,800 lodges in 43 states and the District of Columbia. 2010 Former President Bill Clinton accepts the second SIF Lifetime Achievement Award for Public Service at the NELA Gala. Italian President Giorgio Napolitano travels to the United States to attend the NELA. The College Board reinstates the Advanced Placement (AP) Italian Language and Culture Program, thanks to $3 million raised by the Sons of Italy and other organizations. 2011 SIF presents a $10,000 scholarship to SSgt. Salvatore Giunta, the first living American serviceman to receive the Medal of Honor since Vietnam. Four-star Army General Raymond Odierno introduces the staff sergeant. 2012 Then-Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton and former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Peter Pace, USMC (Ret.) are honored by the SIF at the NELA Gala. 2013 The Sons of Italy® attracts the attention of global auto powerhouse Chrysler and Italian automaker Fiat, and their CEO Sergio Marchionne accepts the SIF’s Award for Excellence in Global Business at the NELA Gala. Also recognized at the Gala are former Secretary of State and former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Colin Powell, USA (Ret.), and actor/veteran’s activist Gary Sinise. 2015 OSIA celebrates 110th anniversary of its founding. The State Lodge of Pennsylvania is re-established. 2016 Establishes the first university chapter (Susquehanna University Lodge #2933). 2017 OSIA officially changes name to Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America (OSDIA). 2019 OSDIA hires National Past President Joseph DiTrapani to be Chief Operating Officer of its National Headquarters. OSDIA attends Andrea Bocelli Foundation ceremony for school in Muccia, which SIF donated $200,000 towards. OSDIA sits on committee for the Annual Ambassador’s Ball, honoring Italy’s Ambassador Armando Varricchio. 2020 OSDIA installs first lodge in Italy: Roma Lodge #3002 in Rome. OSDIA launches its “Facebook Live Series” that garners more than 250,000 views. 2021 OSDIA incorporates new slogan: “Italian Roots; American Branches.”

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The Sons of Italy Foundation®

Making A Difference & Seizing the Future The Sons of Italy Foundation® (SIF) is the philanthropic arm of OSDIA. The SIF was founded in 1959 as a private, grant-making institution with the purpose of preserving Italian American culture, encouraging educational excellence among Italian Americans and improving lives in other areas. To date, the SIF has given $165 million to these efforts.

Medical Research, Support and Social Services Members work hard raising money to help OSDIA/ SIF national charities find cures for the most devastating diseases like Cooley’s anemia, which affects the lives of little Gabriella and her family.

Special Projects The SIF supports the establishment and restoration of U.S. monuments and memorials, including the National 9/11 Memorial. [Photo © Amy Dreher]

Scholarships, Educational Opportunities, and Support The SIF and OSDIA lodges give hundreds of thousands of scholarships each year to bright Italian-American students.

The 2021 SIF National Leadership Grant recipients are an outstanding group!

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Recognizing Extraordinary Achievement and Supporting the Mission The SIF’s NELA Gala annually attracts leaders in government, business, and philanthropy, as well as corporate sponsors. While the 2021 NELA Gala had to take place vitually, it turned out to be a very successful event that raised money for future causes and awarded some 15 students with scholarships.

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Making A Difference & Seizing the Future Honoring and Assisting Those Who Protect and Serve The SIF helped fund the creation of the National World War II Memorial and the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. In recent years, the SIF has given more than $100,000 to various groups that support wounded service members like USArmy Col Philip Lee Swinford (ret.), who is an Incomplete Quadriplegic suffering from Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) due to IEDs on multiple deployments and was presented with a customized van made possible in part by an SIF contribution to Help Our Military Heroes.

Disaster Relief The SIF donates generously to disaster relief in the U.S. and abroad. With the help of State Grand Lodges, Local Filial Lodges, and individual donors, the SIF raised $200,000 to aid relief efforts for the Central Italy earthquake that struck in August 2016. The SIF donated those funds to the Andrea Bocelli Foundation, who rebuilt a kindergarten and elementary school in Muccia, a town located in the Marche region.

In summer 2019, OSDIA COO Joseph DiTrapani attended and spoke at the inaguration of “E. De Amicis” pre-school and elementary school. “The Sons and Daughters of Italy in America have their roots, here, in Italy,” he said. “Yes, we live in America. But our hearts are here in Italy.”

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The Sons of Italy Foundation®

History of Philanthropy 1959 Sons of Italy Foundation® (SIF) established as the philanthropic arm of the Order Sons and

Daughters of Italy in America®, the nation’s oldest and largest organization for people of Italian heritage. 1964 Donates $25,000 for flood victims in Belluno, Italy 1966 Donates $200,000 for flood victims in Florence and Venice 1967 Designates March of Dimes as one of its official charities and donates more than $14 million over the next two decades 1968 Raises more than $127,000 for earthquake victims in Sicily 1974 Names Cooley’s Anemia Foundation as an official charity; donations to date equal more than $3 million. 1976 Raises $217,000 for earthquake victims in Friuli, Italy 1981 Donates $3 million in funds and sends medicine and clothing to 97 southern Italian towns devastated by 1980 earthquake 1985 Contributes to restoration of Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty 1987 Donates $30,000 to earthquake victims in Mexico 1989 Holds first National Education & Leadership Awards (NELA) Gala in Washington, D.C. 1990 Contributes $50,000 to establish the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C. 1993 Names the Alzheimer’s Association one of its official charities and donates $1 million over the next 10 years 1998 Donates $50,000 to Barbara Sinatra Hospital for Abused Children 2003 Contributes $66,000 to help establish an Advanced Placement program in Italian 2004 Donates $100,000 to help build the National World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. 2005 Donates $15,000 to the Tsunami emergency relief effort in Indonesia 2006 Donates $35,000 for Hurricane Katrina Relief 2007 Pledges $100,000 to the National September 11 Memorial & Museum in New York City. Donates $100,000 to Coaches vs.

Cancer 2008 Donates $100,000 between 2004-2008 to the Rienzi Foundation to cure deafness through cochlear implants 2009 Collects an estimated $300,000 in relief funds to aid victims of Abruzzo earthquake 2010 Fulfills its pledge, giving $100,000 to build the National September 11 Memorial & Museum. Gives a special $10,000 scholarship to Medal of Honor recipient SSgt. Salvatore Giunta.

Raises additional $50,000 to re-instate the Advanced Placement Program in Italian Language and Culture 2011 Donates $235,000 to help rebuild the Fondazione Il Cireneo Onlus per L’Autismo, a center for children with autism, destroyed by the 2009 earthquake that struck L’Aquila. Makes first gift of $24,600 to newly-selected official charity, the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism, Inc. Pledges a second $1 million contribution to the Alzheimer’s Association 2012 Answers the call of natural disaster victims in Italy and the United States, launching fund-raising campaigns for Emilia-Romagna earthquake relief and Hurricane Sandy relief 2013 Donates $25,000 to Super Storm Sandy relief. Makes a $15,000 gift to The Gary Sinise Foundation. 2014 Donates $20,000 to Help Our Military Heroes 2015 SIF/ OSIA gives more than $300,000 to Alzheimer’s Association; Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism, Inc.; and Cooley’s Anemia Foundation 2016 Donates $150,000 to relief efforts for the Central Italy earthquake in the Umbria, Lazio, Abruzzo, and Marche regions; $20,000 to Help Our Military Heroes; $10,000 to the Gary Sinise Foundation; $10,000 to K9 Partners for Patriots, Inc. 2017 Donates $20,000 to Help Our Military Heroes 2018 Donates $100,000 in Central Italy earthquake relief to the Andrea Bocelli Foundation; $25,000 to Help Our Military Heroes 2019 Donates second $100,000 in Central Italy earthquake relief to the Andrea Bocelli Foundation; Donates $20,000 to Help Our Military Heroes 2020 Donates $20,000 to Help Our Military Heroes; $15,000 to The V Foundation for Cancer Research ($15,000), $10,000 to the Ronald McDonald House New York; $5,000 to a statue of Constantino Brumidi installed in Annapolis, Maryland 2021 Donates $20,000 to Help Our Military Heroes 18

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Snapshot of Philanthropic Giving The list below represents the broad scope of charities, causes, and programs to which the Sons of Italy Foundation has given its support.

It is not all-inclusive.

MEDICAL RESEARCH, SUPPORT & SOCIAL SERVICES

Alzheimer’s Association American Fund for Dental Health American Italian Cancer Foundation The American Foundation for St. George Hospital, Inc. Annette Funicello Fund for Neurological Disorders Arthritis Foundation Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center Boys Town of Italy CES Foundation Children’s Inn at NIH Coaches vs. Cancer Cooley’s Anemia Foundation Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America The Daniel Pitino Children’s Health Foundation The Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism The Fondazione Il Cireneo Onlus per l’Autismo Fox Chase Cancer Center The Italian Hospital Society Lombardi Cancer Center Lupis Foundation & Elizabeth Fund March of Dimes Michael Bolton Charities for Battered Women Multiple Sclerosis The Ronald McDonald House New York Smile Train Special Olympics St. Jude Research Hospital for Children The V Foundation

CULTURAL PRESERVATION & THE ARTS American Italian Historical Association Center for Migration Studies Columbus Citizens Foundation Commission for Social Justice Concordia Language Villages Italian Program Council for the Promotion of Italian Language FIERI National Garibaldi-Meucci Museum In Italiano language program Istituto Italiano di Cultura Italian Americana Italian American Cultural Center Italian American Welfare League Italian Cultural Society Italian Musicale John D. Calandra Italian-American Institute U.S. State Department/American Embassy in Rome

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EDUCATION

AIFS & Academic Year in America exchange programs American University of Rome Bard College College Board Advanced Placement Program in Italian Dante School for Children Italian Studies Chair at California State University John Cabot University OSDIA National Student Summit Pepperdine University The SIF National Leadership Grant Competition

DISASTER RELIEF

9/11 disaster relief American Red Cross (Hurricane Andrew relief) Andrea Bocelli Foundation Assisi earthquake relief Cassino Memorial Orphanage Rebuilding Catholic Relief Services Central Italy earthquake relief Ethiopian famine relief Florentine flood relief Haiti Earthquake Relief Katrina Relief Fund Mexican earthquake relief Naples earthquake relief Oklahoma City bombing relief Tsunami relief (Indonesia) L’Aquila earthquake relief Emilia-Romagna earthquake relief

OTHER SPECIAL PROJECTS

Arab American Institute Foundation The Business Council for International Understanding Christopher Columbus Catholic Center Don Orione Home & Madonna Queen National Shrine Ellis Island Foundation The Gary Sinise Foundation Help Our Military Heroes Immigration History Research Center Luke’s Wings National Football League Players Association National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial National Policy Association The National September 11 Memorial & Museum National World War II Memorial The PenFed Foundation The Statue of Liberty Restoration Project TF Peace Foundation The William J. Clinton Foundation The Wounded Warrior Project 19

The Commission for Social Justice®

Protecting Our Heritage The Commission for Social Justice® (CSJ) is the anti-defamation arm of the Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America® (OSDIA). It was established to fight the stereotyping of Italian Americans by the entertainment, advertising and news industries. It also collaborates with other groups to ensure that people of all races, religions and cultures are treated fairly. A precursor to the CSJ was established as early as 1970, evolving into the CSJ, as it exists in its current form, in 1981.

• The CSJ monitors the entertainment, advertising, and news industries. It contacts the offending parties by letter and email and initiates a “Call to Action” that encourages other Italian-American organizations, OSDIA Grand and Local Lodges, and concerned individuals to take action as well.

• Through its Positive Image Program, the CSJ regularly informs the media and general public about the achievements, contributions, history, and culture in Italian-American community.

• As part of its Positive Image Program, the CSJ conducts research and produces studies, teaching tools, pamphlets, exhibits, and other materials on the achievements and contributions of the Italian Americans.

The CSJ’s Positive Image Program was established to counter the negative depictions that are pervasive in media, advertising and pop culture by promoting positive Italian American achievements and contributions to our history and culture. As part of its Positive Image Program, the CSJ conducts research, produces studies, teaching tools, pamphlets, exhibits and other materials on the achievements and contributions of Italian Americans.

• The CSJ is actively engaged in the unification of all Italian-American organization throughout the country and leads the Italian-American community by action.

• The CSJ believes in diversity not by Substitution or Subtraction, but by Addition.

Some reports and studies that the CSJ has conducted or commissioned and are available to the public include: • Italian Americans in Law Enforcement • Columbus: Fact vs. Fiction • With Justice for All: Italian Americans & Civil Rights • Honoring Diversity: A Selection of Commemorative U.S. Postage Stamps • Italian American Stereotypes in U.S. Advertising • Public Image of Italian Americans: A Survey The CSJ conducts campaigns at both the community and the national level that support cultural and social issues of importance to Italian Americans (legislation, commemorative stamps, Columbus Day/Heritage Month, etc.). To achieve its objectives, the CSJ engages in community and government relations as well as in grassroots campaigns and fund-raising efforts. However, given its non-profit status, the CSJ cannot offer legal advice or assistance in lawsuits.

CSJ Sustaining Patrons Circle Honor Roll As of September 30, 2021

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The Commission for Social Justice®

Historical Timeline 1970 OSIA establishes its national Anti-Defamation Committee under Judge P. Vincent Landi, president of the Grand Lodge of New York. 1971 The Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania establishes a Commission on Anti-Defamation under its state president, Justice Frank J. Montemuro, Jr. 1978

OSIA renames its national Anti-Defamation Committee “the Institute for Liberty and Justice.”

Justice Frank J. Montemuro, Jr. becomes its first chairman. 1980 The Grand Lodge of New York’s Institute for Liberty and Justice is renamed the Commission for Social Justice. 1981 OSIA renames its national Institute for Liberty and Justice to the Commission for Social Justice® (CSJ). Justice Frank J. Montemuro, Jr. becomes first CSJ national president. CSJ receives tax-exempt status. 1983 CSJ National co-sponsors national media conference with the National Italian American Foundation in New York City on Italian Americans and the Media. 1984 The CSJ hosts reception in Washington, D.C., for Italian- American members of Congress. 1999 Under CSJ National President John Dabbene, the CSJ launches its Positive Image Campaign to research and publish information about Italian-American history, achievements and contributions. 2004 OSIA/CSJ cofound the Coalition Against Racial, Religious and Ethnic Stereotyping (CARRES), an alliance of more than 30 Italian-American organizations, that marks the first time so many Italian American organizations united to fight stereotyping. 2009 The CSJ successfully campaigns CSJ and OSDIA leaders with New Orleans Mayor LaToya to remove three offensive national ad campaigns by Cantrell, who issued a public apology on April 12, 2019, for the 1891 lynching of 11 Italian immigrants.

Verizon, Denny’s, and Miller/Coors Beer. 2010 CSJ officials meet with MTV producers to discuss negative stereotypes in the television show “Jersey Shore.” Thanks to the efforts of National CSJ President Santina Haemmerle, President Emeritus John Dabbene, and NY CSJ President Stella Grillo MTV executives agree to remove Italian imagery from the house. 2011 On Sept. 20, CSJ National urged New Jersey Governor Chris Christie to veto a $420,000 proposed tax credit to the company that produces “Jersey Shore.” Governor Christie responds and vetoes the tax credit. 2013 In February the Grand Lodge of California and CSJ National successfully lobby California Assemblyman Roger Hernandez to amend his proposed bill that would replace Columbus Day with Native American Day. 2016 Launched the “Save Columbus Day” Petition Campaign in September with the goal of getting 100,000 signatures by April 30, 2017. Opposed renaming of Columbus Day in citites (Baltimore, Los Angeles, Seattle, Spokane), states (Colorado, Montana), and universities (Brown University, University of Utah), and National Education Association. 2017 Rallied against National Geographic, NBC, and other organizations for defamation against Italians and Italian-Americans. Opposed renaming of Columbus Day in Nebraska and Los Angeles. 2018 Successfully opposed the renaming of Columbus Day in California and Colorado. 2019 Successfully lobbied the Mayor of New Orleans to issue an official proclamation, apologizing on behalf of the city for the 1891 New Orleans lynching of 11 Italians the largest lynching in U.S. History. 2020 Helps spearhead The Conference of Presidents of Major Italian American Organizations to unify national IA organizations to protect Columbus Day 57th Biennial National Convention & Marconi Gala Commemorative Journal

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OSDIA Gold Membership Program As of September 30, 2021 (C) denotes Charter Member

National President Robert A. Bianchi, Esq., and the Supreme Council thanks you for your commitment to our beloved Order Robert U. Amante Linda Anderson (C) Tony J. Bisceglia Anderson (C) Robert A. Bianchi, Esq. (C) John J. Bonaventura Nick Burzichelli Frances A. Cipriotti (C) Dr. Mark S. DeNunzio (C) Joseph J. DiTrapani (C) Verne Foss (C) Biagio Isgro (C) Anthony M. Lacon Salvatore Lanzilotta Paul R. Loparco Lynn Lawrence-Murphy (C) Thom A. Lupo (C) Ken MacLean Ernest Magliato Joseph Marino Saverio “Sam” Mastandrea Carlo Matteucci (C) Michelle Ment William Murphy Arlene M. Nunziati (C) Emilio A. Nunziati Lorenzo J. Nunziati Dan Onofrio Frank J. Panessa (C) Robert Paniccia Maria Fassio Pignati (C) Michael G. Polo (C) Paul S. Polo (C) Marianne Principe-O’Neil (C)

Nancy A. DiFiore Quinn (C) Julio Rodio Dominic A. Rossi Joseph A. Rubé Joseph A. Russo (C) Patricia Russo Pauline Russo Frank Sammartano Joanne L. Strollo (C) Sadie Koehler Tamburine Pauline F. Terrusa Richmond Keith Wilson Vincent Anthony Zaccaria, Sr.

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