Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 104

Author: Carlevale, Joseph William, 1890-
Publication date: 1946
Publisher: Plymouth, Massachusetts : Memorial Press
Number of Pages: 876

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REGGIANI, ALFRED CHARLES-Manager, meat and fruit dept., First National Stores of Plymouth since 1929. Born Plymouth Dec. 4, 1902. Son of Louis Reggiani and Carolina Benotti. Educated in the public schools. Married Marion Whiting of Plymouth Jan. 19, 1930, a graduate of Plymouth High. Children: Ellen Caroline, born June 7, 1931; Doro- thy Frances, born Aug. 17, 1937 and Alfred Charles, born June 12, 1944. His father was born in Renazzo, Ferrara, Italy, served in the Italian Army. Came to America in 1894, was among pioneer Italian settlers of Plymouth, where he engaged in groceries. Had the following children: Alfred C .; Mrs. Rose Vantini; Colombo; Mrs. Lena Lahey; Nino; Olga; Mrs. Pauline Robichew; Mrs. Anita Wood; and Caesar, who is in U. S. Army. Res .: Clifford Rd., R.F.D., Plymouth.

REGNANTE, THEODORE-Attorney at Law. Born Monte Sarchio, Bene- vento, Italy, Nov. 11, 1909. Son of Carmine Regnante and Jennie Finelli. In America since 1910. Graduated from Lynn Classical High School in 1927, and Northeastern University School of Law in 1931, L.L.B., cum laude. Was among the youngest to be admitted to Mass. Bar in 1931 and to Federal Court in 1933. In general practice in Lynn since 1931. Married Mary C. Gandolfo of Lynn, July 7, 1936, a former public school teacher. Children: Theodore Jr., Richard M., and Barbara A. Member: Order Sons of Italy; Italian American Citizens' Club; K. C .; Mass. Bar Ass'n; Essex County Bar Ass'n; Lynn Bar Ass'n; and Republican City Committee. Active in civic affairs. Outstanding in the field of Republican State politics. Office: 7 Willow St. Res .: 48 Whiting St., Lynn. His father who came to America in 1910, settled in Lynn. Had the following children: Theodore; Mrs. Ida Gallo; Georgina; and Eugenio.

REGONINI, MARIO E. - Proprietor, Regonini Mushroom Plant of Lancaster, and Concrete Burial Vaults Co. of Clinton. Born Trento, Italy, Jan. 11, 1903. Son of Egidio Regonini and Adele Mondolo. Came to America in 1908, settling in Clinton. Educated in the public schools. In business since 1933, possessing one of largest and most modern mushroom plants in the state. Married Ida Cherubini of Clinton April 20, 1927. Chidren: Bernard A., born July 2, 1932 and Marie A., born June 22, 1935. Member: K. of C., fourth degree and Liberty Club. Fond of bocce playing, Morra, travel and music. His father was born in Grottolengo, Brescia, Italy. Came to America in 1906, settling in Clinton, where he engaged in construction work. Had the following 13 children: Emilio; Mario E .; Marie; late Joseph; Mrs. Natalie Michaud; Mrs. Rose Dumalack; Louis; Ernest; Mrs. Clementina Iaccarino; Frances; Edward (in U. S. Army in Italy) ; Adele and Eleanor. Res .: Parker Rd., Lan- caster.

REINA, ALESSANDRO - Insurance Agent. Born Castronuovo, Pa- lermo, Italy. Son of Calogero Reina and Maria Patti. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1917, settling in Boston. Served in U. S. Army during World War I, honorably dis- charged in 1922. In the service of Boston Mutual Life Insurance Co. since 1943. Formerly with M. & M. Transportation Co. Married Angelina Bono in 1941. One son, Andrea Reina. Member of Dante Club. Fond of travelling, bocce playing and music. His father came to America in 1907, settling in Boston. Res .: 31 Whitmouth Rd., Randolph.

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REJO, ERNEST D .- Assistant District Manager. Born Winchendon, Mass., June 3, 1906. Son of Michael Regioni (Rejo) and Josephine Fiori. Graduated from East Boston High School in 1924 and Northeastern University School of Law in 1932, L.L.B. In the service of John Han- cock Mutual Life Insurance Co. of Boston since 1928. Married Helen Brown of Boston, Feb. 9, 1929. Children: Joan Marie and Janice Claire. Member: Boston Life Underwriters, The Twelve Associates; and charter membr of Kappa Delta Kappa fraternity. Fond of baseball,, hockey, travelling and classical music. His father was born in Candida, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1892, settling in New Hampshire. Employed with the Boston and Maine Railroad. Res .: 91 Montmorenci Av., Orient Heights, East Boston.

REITANO, SEBASTIAN-Notary, Insurance and Real Estate Agent, 263 Essex St., Lawrence. Born Aci S. Antonio, Catania, Italy, May 22, 1894. Son of Salvatore Reitano and Paola Di Mauro. Educated here and abroad. Came to America in 1907, settling in Lawrence. In business since 1932. Married Rosaria Quartarone of Lawrence, Feb. 23, 1914. One son, Salvatore, graduate of Lawrence High School and attended Lowell Textile Institute, foreman at Plymold Corp. Member: National and local underwriters' associations, Italian American Toilers' Assoc., Order Sons of Italy, founder and vice-president of St. Antonese Society, was founder and president of Colonial Italian Band, president of Verdi Club for ten years. Founder of Federation of Italian Societies. First. member to be appointed to Lawrence War Price Ration Board and former president Italian Taxpayers Assoc. Hobby-playing mandolin and guitar. Has three brothers: Antonino Sebastian, Carmelo, Antonio, and two sisters, Anna and Rosaria. Res .: 130 Abbott St., Lawrence.

RELLEVA, JULIUS-Partner, Goodyear Repair Shop, 21 Belmont St., Brockton. Born Castelvecchio, Aquila, Italy, Dec. 1, 1892. Son of Gio -- vann' Relleva and Diletta Pace. Educated in the public schools in Italy. Came to America in 1913. Served in U. S. Army in France, World War I. In business with his brother Paul Relleva, since 1920. Married Adelaide Solomita of Brockton, March 3, 1921. Children: John, is in U. S. Navy' in the Pacific; Rose, is secretary to her father; Alfred, is in U. S. Navy in the Pacific and Richard. All of whom have attended the Brockton High School. Member: American Legion; V. F. W .; Trustee, former- orator, and treasurer of Brockton Order Sons of Italy; Civilian Police and Brockton Bocce Club, Inc. Fond of travel and music. His father a. businessman in Italy, had the following children: Salvatore, a parish priest in Italy; Paul, partner in above business; and Elena, married to. Romolo Camarra of Brockton. Res .: 46 Brett St., Brockton.

REMIGI, MARIO-Chef Executive, State Mutual Restaurant, Wor -- cester. Born Caserta, Naples, Italy, Dec. 17, 1895. Son of Giacomo, Remigi and Concetta De Pari. Educated in the public schools of his. native town. Came to U. S. A. in 1914. Returned to Italy and served in Italian Army during World War I, received the croix de guerre for- bravery. Following his return to America in 1919, he settled in Wor- cester, where he has since been in the restaurant business. Married Filomena Barbato in 1919. Children: Concetta, graduate of High School of Commerce; Anna, attended High School of Commerce, in defense work; Ida and Flora are students. Member of Order Sons of Italy. Fond. of baseball, bocce, travel, and grand opera. Has four brothers Louis, Thomas, Giacinto, Fernando, and three sisters, Antonetta, Gilda and. Nunziata. Res .: 65 Prospect St., Worcester.

RENDA, DOMENICK-Manufacturer. Born Salemi, Trapani, Italy, Jan. 27, 1899. Son of Antonio Renda and Tomasa Palmeri. Educated in the- public school of his native town. Came to America in 1912, settling in Boston. Proprietor of Hampshire Clothing Co. of Boston, employing:

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over 400 people, also proprietor of Renda Clothes Ltd. of Worcester. Married Pasqualina Pedoni of Lawrence, Oct. 12, 1922. She was born in Salemi, Trapani, Italy and educated in the elementary and secondary, schools of that city. Mr. Renda's father came to America in 1905, set- tling in Boston. Had the following children: Maria, married to Miche Salvo of Lawrence; Domenick; Paul of Malden; Anna, married to Charles Salvo; Frances, college graduate, manager of Greco Clothing Co. of Lawrence. Office: 435 Shrewsbury St., Res .: 41 Chamberlain Parkway, Worcester.

RENDA, DOMENICK - Proprietor, Renda Fruit and Confectionery, 137 Washington St., Haverhill. Born San Pier Niceto, Messina, Italy, Nov. 13, 1898. Son of Frank Renda and Rosaria Petroni. Came to Amer- ica in 1910, settling in Haverhill. Educated in the public schools. In business since 1920. Married Louise Garavanta of Haverhill, June 13, 1928, daughter of Charles Garavanta, a pioneer Italian American settler of Haverhill in 1884. Children: Elaine Adel, born Nov. 23, 1929 and Louise Dorothy, born Jan. 16, 1933. Mr. Renda is member of Order Sons of Italy. Fond of football, hockey, boxing, travel, and music. His father came to America in 1900, setttling in Haverhill, where he engaged in the restaurant business. Had the following children: Joseph; Nicholas, in grocery business in Bradford; Margaret, married to Fred Bologna; Rose, married to John Ricci and late Mrs. Idria Bologna. Res .: 37 Love- joy St., Bradford, Haverhill.

RENNA, ALPHONSE V .- Proprietor of Renna Restaurant, 3 Central St., Southbridge. Born Worcester, Sept. 20, 1910. Son of Vito Renna and Louisa Di Mauro. Graduated from Lake View School. In business. since 1942, formerly chef at Columbia Hotel of Southbridge for 14 years. Married Philomena Di Tommaso of Southbridge, June 30, 1930. Chil- dren: Louise Shirley and Arnold Vito. Member of Fraternal · Order of Eagles, The American Eagles, and Italian American Sporting Club. Fond of baseball, boxing, hockey, travelling and music. His father was born in Lacedonia, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1896, settling in Worcester, now in Italy. Mother, also born in Lacedonia. Italy. They had the following children: Maria, Antoinette and Alphonse. Res .: 11 Dean St., Southbridge.

RENZI, FLORINDO FRANK (Flo)-Superintendent, E. B. Kingman Co., Leominster. Born Leominster, Dec. 15, 1915. Son of Andriano Renzi and Assunta Proietti. Graduated from Leominster High School in 1932. In the service of E. B. Kingman Co. since 1938. He is among. the first American of Italian descent in the state to enter the plastic field. Married Rosina Chiarelli of Boylston, Nov. 25, 1935, a graduate of Clinton High School. One son, Ronald, born Nov. 10, 1939. Member: Italian American Citizens' Club and Iolanda Club. Fond of baseball, football, boxing, fishing, travel and music. His father was born in Cava, Rome, Italy. Came to U. S. A. in 1900, settling in Leominster. Had the following children: Mrs. Regina Ciccolini; Anthony; Mrs. Viola Pa- lermo; Renato; Mrs. Lucia Chiarelli; Settimio, graduate of Union At- lantic College, U. S. Army overseas; Anna and Clina, graduate of Leo- minster High School; Louis, student. Res .: 317 Lancaster St., Leominster.

RENZULLO, SALVATORE GEORGE-Proprietor, A. Spagnuolo Pastry Shop, 272 Hanover St., Boston. Born Boston, May 21.1918. Son of Vin- cenzo Renzullo and Rose Santosuosso. Graduated from English High School. In business since 1945. Married Alice Bevilacqua of Boston, May 7, 1940. Daughter of Orazio Bevilacqua and Luisa Frongillo. Mr. Renzullo is member of Knights of Columbus. Fond of outdoor sports. Lover of travel and music. Active in civic and political affairs. His father was born in Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1910, settling in Boston as a baker. Had the following children: Salvatore, Rita, and Armando. Res .: 7 Cooper St., Boston.

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REPETTO, FRANK ALBERT-Master, English High School, Boston. Born Boston, Dec. 22, 1907. Son of John A. Repetto and Matilda Sessa. Graduated from English High School in 1924; Boston College in 1928, Ph.B., 1929, M. Ed. Studied in Paris, France at Alliance Francaise (cer- tificat d'aplitude ) and Harvard University for four years. In High School he was member of the baseball and hockey teams; in college he played hockey. Fond of tennis, and music. Has travelled extensively in Italy, France and England. Member: Boston College Alumni Ass'n; School- men's Economic Society; New England Modern Foreign Language Ass'n; Italian Historical Society. Teacher of French and Italian at English High School of Boston since 1934. His father was born in Boston, engaged in wholesale fruit field. Grandfather was born in Priosa, Genoa, Italy. Came to America in 1863, was among the pioneer Italian American settlers of Boston, also a fruit merchant. Res .: 17 Prince St., Jamaica Plain.

RESEIGNE, JOHN-Businessman. Born Bracigliano, Salerno, Italy, Aug. 26, 1899. Son of Frank Reseigne and Henrietta Di Cristoforo. Was brought to America when an infant eight months old. Educated in Aga- wam Mass. Public Schools. In radio, tires and automobile business since 1919. Married Iolanda Casello of Thompsonville, Conn., June 16, 1918. Children: Samuel, a graduate of Classical High, Boston Military Academy and Fort Benner Officers' School, now captain in U. S. Army; Henrietta, a graduate of High School of Commerce, married to Sigword Holmes of Springfield; and Frank, a graduate of Technical High, staff sergeant in U. S. Army, married to Shirley Hirt of Springfield. His father came to America in 1897, settling in Springfield. Had following children: Joseph, John, Domenick, Frank and Neachea. Res .: 20 Calhoun St., Springfield.

RESTEGHINI, JOSEPH DOMENIC-Police Officer. Born Bardi, Parma, Italy, March 23, 1899. Son of Domenico Resteghini and Teresa Berto- relli. Came to America in 1912. Lived in Fayville for five years. At- tended public schools here and abroad. Settled in Framingham in 1919. Served in U. S. Army World. War I, in France for 18 months. Married Julia Oppio of Boston, Dec. 26, 1920. Children: Frank, a graduate of Framingham High, is in U. S. Army overseas; and Lorraine, also a grad- uate of Framingham High, is attending Business College. Member: Framingham Police Dept. since 1930; American Legion; Eagles; and secretary of Columbus Mutual Benefit Assoc., Inc. His father came to America in 1885, lived in Boston and since 1918 in Framingham. Had the following children: Joseph Domenic; Eugene; Mrs. Genoveffa Colla; Mrs. Rose Smith and John A., in U. S. Army overseas. Res .: 534 Waverly St., Framingham.

RIANI, JOSEPH - Ice Cream Manufacturer and Confectionery, 582 Belmont Ave., Springfield. Born Fornaci di Barga, Lucca, Italy, Sept. 28, 1893. Son of Cesare Riani and Clotilde Cheloni. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1910. In ice cream and confectionery business in Springfield since 1921. Considered outstanding in the field of ice cream making. Formerly in same business in Providence, R. I., for 10 years. Married Clementina Cheloni of Filec- chio Barga, Lucca, Italy, Feb. 15, 1926. One daughter, Clotilde, a grad- uate of Classical High School. Mr. Riani is a lover of art and music. Has travelled extensively in Italy. His father came to America in 1902, settling in Providence, R. I. Had the following children: Joseph, of this sketch; Dante, connected with his brother in the business; Marietta, married to Cesare Fusco in Italy; Camillo, in St. Paul, South America; and Raffaello of Fornaci di Barga, Lucca, Italy. Res .: 118 Washington St., Springfield.

RICCA, FRANCESCO PAOLO-Proprietor, Paul Ricca Barber Shop, 427 Washington St., Quincy. Born Palermo, Italy, Oct. 18, 1881. Son . of Arcangelo Ricca and Domenica La Rosa. Came to America in 1893.

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Lived in Brooklyn. In barber business in Quincy since 1906. Mr. Ricca is also a gifted wood carver. His numerous works in wood carving in- cluding "Santa Maria", "Sicilian Cart", and "Japanese Pagoda", have been widey exhibited. Married Maria Porpora of Quincy Nov. 10, 1907. Children: Minnie (now sister Paola); and Josephine (now sister Mara) ; Angelo, a graduate of Quincy High, is in U. S. Army Air Force overseas; Joseph, a graduate of Sacred Heart High, with honors, and attended Franklin Institute, is a former orchestra conductor, now in U. S. Navy Coast Guard. Has participated in several invasions in South Pacific, including Saipan; Paul, a graduate of Sacred Heart High, is electrician, now in U. S. Navy; and John, is student. Mr. Ricca's father served in Italian Army World War I for six years, was awarded medals for bravery. Res .: 425 Washington St., Quincy.

RICCA, FRED (Also known as Fred Rich)-Treasurer, Goldberg and Rich Co., 93 Albany St., Boston. Born Luogosano, Avellino, Italy, Aug. 24, 1897. Son of Antonio Ricca and Giovanna Venuti. Attended public schools here and abroad. Came to U. S. in 1913, settling in Boston. Veteran U. S. Army World War I. In business since 1930, specializing in fine men's overcoats and top coats. Married Luigia Quaranta of Naples, Italy, Dec. 14, 1924. Children: Silvio, graduate of Medford High; Adela, Joan, Achille and Emilia are students. Mr. Ricca is member of the American Legion and K. of C. Fond of outdoor life, travel, and grand opera. Has a brother Romeo and a sister Eleonora, both in the service of Goldberg and Rich Co. Res .: 119 Lincoln Rd., Medford.

RICCARDI, LOUIS S .- Physician and Surgeon, Marlboro. Born Brook- lyn, N. Y., Sept. 9, 1914. Son of Victor Riccardi and Elsie Covelli. Grad- uated: Hamilton High School; University of North Carolina in 1935, B.A. Attended New York Medical School. Graduated from Middlesex Uni- versity School of Medicine in 1940, M.D. Interne at Swedish Hospital of Brooklyn, N. Y. Residency at New Amsterdam Hospital of New York. In general practice in Marlboro since 1942. In the service of U. S. Med- ical Corps, since Dec. 1942. Captain since July 1943. Field surgeon in the Philippines. Awarded presidential citation for distinguished service at the battle of Luzon. Married Kathryn Grace Foley of Marlboro, Nov. 10, 1938. Children: Victor Louis, born March 8, 1942; and Louis Allen, born Oct. 24, 1944. Dr. Riccardi's father, a pharmacist, was born in Naples, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1892, settling in Brooklyn, N. Y. Had the following children: Louis S .; Guy, a chemist in New Jersey; Sal- vatore V., a dentist, lieutenant in U. S. Army. Office and Res .: 42 Maple St., Marlboro.

RICCI, THOMAS-Businessman. Born Pico, Frosinone, Italy, Nov. 10, 1888. Son of Gregorio Ricci and Tresina La Rocca. Came to America in 1905, settling in Springfield. Educated here and abroad. Served in the Italian Army in the war with Tripoli in 1911 as musician, and during World War I he served with the American forces, also as musician. Proprietor of the Ricci Shoe Store of 894 Main St., Springfield since 1912. Married Mary Bohonowicz of South Deerfield, Feb. 15, 1941. One daugh- ter, Theresa Tomasina, born Feb. 13, 1942. Member: American Legion and Order Sons of Italy in America. Fond of gardening, travelling and music. His father, a native of Fondi Littoria, Italy, was postmaster there. Came to America and settled in Springfield. Had the following children: Joseph of Portland, Maine; Mrs. Elvira Costantini of Springfield; Vin- cent of Brooklyn, N. Y .; William of Springfield, where he has been Street Railway employee for 35 years; Adalgiso of Great Barrington, Mass .; Felicetto and Marietta in Italy. Res .: 375 Union St., Springfield.

RICCIARDELLI, ANTHONY-Proprietor, Anthony Custom Clothing, 80 Summer St., Boston. Born Montemarano, Avellino, Italy, June 18, 1900. Son of John Ricciardelli and Anna Perullo. Came to America in

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1920, settling in Boston. Studied custom tailoring in Naples for eight years. In business in Boston since 1930. Well known for quality, service and price. He also makes clothes for other tailors. Fond of all sports. especially baseball, boxing and travelling. Served in World War I. Mar- ried Giovannina Mongiello in 1927. Children: John, Joseph, Frederick and Anna. Res .: 243 Lexington St., E. Boston.

RICCIO, GERALD C .- Treasurer, Venice Cafe of Boston. Born Boston,. Dec. 2, 1910. Son of Gennaro Riccio and Liberata Marafino. Graduated from Eliot School. In business since 1944. Formerly in real estate and. wholesale fruit business. Fond of baseball, boxing, and travel. Served in U. S. Merchant Marine in 1936. His father was born in Ariano, Avel -. lino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1902, settling in Boston as businessman. for over 35 years. Had the following children: Mrs. Josephine Petrillo; Mrs. Angelina Vara; Joseph; Gerald C .; Anthony V., attended Boston College, Mass. Institute of Pharmacy and Suffolk University Law School, is an attorney, now 1st Lieut. in U. S. Army; Mrs. Florence Spagnolo; Mildred; and Gennaro Jr. Res .: 294 Hanover St., Boston. 2

RICCIOLI, ANTHONY ALEXANDER-Insurance Representative. Born. Boston, March 10, 1907. Son of Federico Riccioli and Epifania Lauricella. Graduated: East Boston High; Northeastern University School of Law, 1930, L.L.B., and American School of Oractipedics. In the service of Metropolitan Life Insurance Co., since 1933. Veteran U. S. Army, World War II, audition dept. General Hospital 163, 8th Air Force in Europe. Married Mary Giannuario of Arlington, July 16, 1933. Children: Fred- erick Donald and Richard Robert. Member: American Legion and V. F. W. Fond of bowling, travel, amateur movies and music. His father was born. in Riesi, Sicily, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1901, settling in Boston as a ton- sorialist. Had following children: Maria (Staffieri), Anthony A., Salva- tore Joseph, Constance (Famalari), Lucille (Hancock) and Aurelia. Res .: 40 Fairview Ave., Malden.

RICH, FRANK PATRICK-Instructor of Printing, Roxbury Memorial High School. Born Westfield, Penn., June 16, 1890. Son of John Rich (Ricci) and Angelina Melchiondi. Graduated from Angel Guardian High School; Suffolk University, 1938, B.S. in Ed., Boston Teachers College, 1945, M. Ed. Special courses at Fitchburg Teachers College and Boston University. Instructor at Roxbury Memorial High School since 1928. Married Catherine A. Burke of Roxbury, June 12, 1915. Children: Francis and Paul, graduates of Roxbury High School, and Lorraine, a graduate of St. Thomas High School. Member: Mass. Vocational Assoc., Trade Teachers Assoc., Boston Schoolmen's Economic Assoc., and Graphic Arts Guild. His father was born in Casalnuovo, Naples, Italy. Came to America in 1885, settling in Westfield, Penn., later in Boston. Res .: 320 La Grange St., West Roxbury.

RIGALI, HUMBERT JOHN-Vice-president, A. Da Prato Co., Charles- town, Boston. Born Barga, Lucca, Italy, Feb. 10, 1885. Son of Zeffiro Rigali and Isabella Da Prato. Educated in public schools of Barga. Came to U. S. A. in 1900, settling in Boston, where he graduated from Nautical School in 1918, later studied architectural drawing. Began to work for his uncle A. Da Prato in 1900, and since 1920 has been partner and vice-president. Married Luigia Cardosi Carrara of Barga, Italy, Sept. 20, 1920. One son, Alfred, a graduate, Instituto Tecnico of Lucca, Italy, and of Tufts College School of Engineering. Mr. Regali is fond of the opera and travelling, having been in Italy eight times. His father came to America in the early 70's, settling in Boston, where, together with A. Da Prato and others began in the statuary business which is today one of the largest industries of its kind in New England. Res .: 41 Essex St., Charlestown, Boston.

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RIGAZIO, JOSEPH LAWRENCE-Treasurer, Rigazio Bros., Inc., Com- plete Automotive Service, 169 Beacon St., Somerville. Born Haverhill, May 22, 1904. Son of John Rigazio and Mary Theresa Cena. Educated in the public schools. In business with his brothers John and Lawrence since 1932. Married Maria Panza of Somerville. Children: Louise, Joseph and Paul. His father was born in Cigliano, Piedmont, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1901, was a brick maker, later in the grocery business. Had the following children: Mrs. Giovanna Scagliotti; Mrs. Albertina Pasteris; Rosa; Joseph Lawrence; John M., who is married to Simone Gallibois; Italo, a graduate of Tufts College School of Engineering, is married to Rose Arborio; and Lawrence, married to Linda Revil, of Bridgewater. Res .: 9 Cedar St., Somerville.

RIGIONE, ANTHONY-Lawyer. Born Boston, Aug. 26, 1905. Son of Angelo Rigione and Antonetta Vardaro. Education: English High School; Tufts College pre-medical; Boston University School of Law, 1927, L.L.B., 1928, L.L.M. In general practice in Boston since 1929. Attorney to practice before U. S. Treasury Dept., Trustee of death fund Order Sons of Italy. Former chairman, Board of Appeals City of Everett; Chair- man, Democratic Ward and City Committee of Everett; Speaker on Democratic State Committee; Vice-chairman of State Committee on prop- aganda for Order Sons of Italy. Member of local, State and Federal Bar Associations. Active in civic and political movements. Fond of baseball, travel and music. Married Camile Reppucci of Boston, Sept. 2, 1934, a graduate of Girls' High School. Attorney Rigione's father was born in Montefalcione, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1900, settling in Boston. Had the following children: Anthony, Pasquale, Angelo Jr., Mrs. Angelina Papile and Lena. Res .: 48 Suffolk St., West Medford.

RINALDI, GIOVANNI-Born San Sossio Baronia, Avellino, Italy, June 24, 1882. Son of Domenico Rinaldi and Maria Luongo. Educated in the public school in Italy. Came to U. S. in 1902, settling in Boston, where he has been engaged in various occupations. Married Maria Ro- saria Pennacchia of his native town in 1911. Children: Mary, married to Salvatore Arena; Domenic, veteran in U. S. Army, awarded the bronze star; Antoinette; Filomena, married Vincent Giagonelli; Michael, veteran in U. S. Army overseas; and Josephine. All are graduates of High School. Member: Order Sons of Italy. Active in civic affairs. Fond of bocce playing, travel, and music. Has a brother Joseph and two sisters, Stella and Antonetta. Res .: 104 Prince St., Boston.

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Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 104

Author: Carlevale, Joseph William, 1890- Publication date: 1946 Publisher: Plymouth, Massachusetts : Memorial Press Number of Pages: 876

Author: Carlevale, Joseph William, 1890-
Publication date: 1946
Publisher: Plymouth, Massachusetts : Memorial Press
Number of Pages: 876