Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 77

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

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MARIANO, VINCENT-Chef Executive, Hotel Coronado, 72-78 Frank- lin St., Worcester. Born Fallo, Chieti, Italy, April 5, 1887. Son of Joseph Mariano and Vincensella Castracano. Educated in public schools in Italy, where he learned the art of cooking. Came to America in 1906, settling in Boston. Was in the service of Hotel Touraine as assistant chef for five years, later chef at Boston Tavern, the Braemore, and Woodcock Hotels. Moved to Worcester in 1919, where he worked as chef stewerd at Hotel Warren, and since 1939 at Coronado. Married Maria Dell'orfano of Bos- ton, Jan. 22, 1911. Children: Leonora, married to Ermilio Zucco; Romeo, U. S. Army; Joseph, U. S. Army; Vincent Jr., U. S. Army and Rudolf U. S. Army Air Corps. Fond of all outdoor sports. A lover of travel, drama, and grand opera. Res .: 3 Homer St., Worcester.

MARINARO, ENZO-Publisher, Editor and Printer. Born Benevento, Italy, Jan. 12, 1885. Son of Salvatore Marinaro and Lucia Rotunno. Educated in technical school of Benevento, Italy. Came to America in 1913. Editor and publisher "Il Corriere del Berkshire" since 1930. Formerly associated with his brother, Francesco Saverio, in publication of the weekly "L'Eco della New England", 1913-20. Also operates a printing estabishment. Member: Chamber of Commerce; Lions; Eagles; Elks; K. C .; Order Sons of Italy, past grand delegate and deputy of Beneficenza Lodge. Active in politics and civic affairs. Married Luisa del Giudice, Mar. 15, 1908. Children: Salvatore, Angelo, Francesco Sa- verio and Alba. Office: 79 Eagle St. Res .: 45 Thompson Place, Pittsfield.

MARINELLI, ANTHONY FELIX -First Class Mechanic Specialist, Northeast Airlines, East Boston. Born Beverly, Sept. 27, 1915. Son of Nunzio Marinelli and Maria Gentile. Graduated: Beverly High and New England Aircraft School, where he was instructor for two years. In the service of Northeast Airlines since 1944. Married Charlotte Louise Haartz, of Belmont. Children: Felicia A., Carole and Linda (twins). Member D'Annunzio Society and N. A. Ass'n. Fond of boxing, swimming, travel, and music. Hobby, reading. His father was born in Cocullo, Aquila, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1902, settling in Beverly, as general contractor. Has the following children: Livio; Tito; Charles, veteran, U. S. Army in Europe, was in invasion of Italy, awarded three battle stars and a bronze star; Angelo; Anthony Felix; and Elsie, married to Arthur Walsh. Res .: 45 Lansing Rd., Lynn.

MARINI, GUIDO-Proprietor, Quincy Adams Pharmacy, 61 Franklin St., Quincy. Born Quincy, April 10, 1904. Son of Donato Marini and Eugenia Coletti. Graduated from Quincy High in 1923 and Mass. College of Pharmacy in 1926, Ph.G. In business since 1930. Married Marion Louise Daiute of So. Braintree, May 22, 1932, a graduate Braintree High and Mass. College of Pharmacy. Children: Jean Ann, born June 1, 1934;

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and Barbara Lois, born June 16, 1940. Member: American Druggists Assoc., Mass. Pharmaceutical Assoc., and John Quincy Adams Club. Fond of baseball, hunting, fishing, travel and music. Has travelled extensively in British West Indies, Central America, Cuba and Canada. His father was born in San Donato Val di Comino, Frosinone, Italy. Came to Amer- ica in 1897, settling in Quincy, as stone cutter. Had the following chil- dren: Edvigia; Guido; Silvio; L. Paul; Remo, a druggist; and Aura. Res .: 7 Crest St., Quincy.

MARINI, L. PAUL-Lawyer. Born Quincy, Oct. 4, 1907. Son of Do- nato Marini and Eugenia Coletti. Graduated from Quincy High School and from Boston University Law School, L.L.B. In general practice in Quincy since 1935. Member of Quincy School Committee 1937-47; and former secretary to Mayor McGrath. Member: Quincy Bar Association, the Elks, and Order Sons of Italy in America. Married Eleanor Di Panfilo of Quincy, July 1, 1936, a former teacher of Quincy public schools. Chil- dren: Paul Francis, born March 22, 1938, and Virginia Ann, born Oct. 31, 1941. Attorney Marini's father was born in San Donato Val di Co- mino, Frosinone, Italy. Came to America in 1897, settling in Quincy as stone cutter. Had the following children: Edvigia; Guido, prop. of Quincy Adams Pharmacy; Silvio, a woodcarver; L. Paul; Reno, a druggist and Aura, a bookkeeper. Office: 1359 Hancock St. Res .: 223 Presidents Lane, Quincy.

MARINO, AMERICO - Born East Boston, April 25, 1918. Son of Emidio Marino and Giovannina Clemente. Graduated from East Boston High. In U. S. Army Air Corps since 1943, Sgt. since 1944. Formerly store clerk for six years. Married Mildred Dunton of Dorchester, Nov. 14, 1942, a graduate of Cathedral High School. Children: Robert and - Richard (twins) born July 26, 1943. Mr. Marino is member of Circolo Santelli of East Boston. Fond of baseball, football and hockey. His father was born in Sant 'Elia, Caserta, Italy. Served in the Italian Army, came to U. S. in 1914, settling in East Boston as painting contractor, is active in civic affairs and is president of Circolo Angelo Santelli. Has the following children: Anthony, veteran U. S. Army in the Pacific; Mar- garet, married to Thomas Cardullo; Rose, married to Frank Salona; Adele; and Americo. Res .: 103 Draper St., Dorchester.

MARINO, ANTHONY-Treasurer and factory manager, Henry F. Miller Furniture Corp., 25 Thorndike St., Cambridge. Born Tripi, Messina, Italy, July 4, 1893. Son of Vincenzo Marino and Rosaria Campo. Attended public schools in his native town. Learned cabinet making under his father and at Messina. Came to U. S. in 1912, settling in Cambridge, later in Somerville. In business since 1931. Makers of Period Reproduc- tions of fine furniture. Mr. Marino is the inventor of the famous splitless console extension table, which can be used in four different ways. Married Mary Ofria of Cambridge, Nov. 26, 1918. Children: Sara, graduated Somerville High and Burdett College, married to Attorney Nicholas V. Drago of Somerville; and Theresa, graduate Somerville High and Boston University, is secretary to her father. Member Chamber of Commerce and Family Club of Somerville. His father, an outstanding cabinet maker in Italy, had the following children: Giovannina, married to Vincent Gatto; John; Anthony; late Dorothy, married to late Michael Drago; Guy, floor- layer; late Joseph, former accountant, Banco of Sicily in Italy; and Antonio of Italy. Res .: 271 Summer St., Somerville.

MARINO, ANTHONY-General Contractor, Avon, Mass. Born Boston, Oct. 29, 1904. Son of Pasquale Marino and Maria Di Giulio. Educated at Summer High School of Holbrook, Suffolk University Law School and Chicago Technology. General contractor since 1924. Proprietor of Avon Development Co. and the Avon Building Supply Co. Supt. of Avon Streets since 21 years old; has installed drainage basins on government air ports

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-only contractor using basin units; supervised all sidewalks and streets construction under the W.P.A .; Director, Avon Cooperative Bank; Mem- ber Ration Board; Chairman of Republican Town Committee. Active in civic and political movements. Parents were born in Grottaminarda, Avel- lino, Italy. Came to America in 1896. Had the following children: Jen- nie, married to Romolo Tiso of New York. Margaret, married to Pas- quale Ciavarro of Brockton; Anthony; Amelia, married to Burt Shea of Avon; Ernest, is in poultry business in Avon; and Rose, married to Jo- seplı Voci of Avon. Res .: 259 E. High St., Avon.

MARINO, ANTIMO FELICE-Tonsorialist, partner with Anthony Tor- risi, 74 Jackson St., Lawrence. Born Teano, Naples, Italy, Dec. 8, 1887. Son of Silvestro Marino and Angelina Castaldi. Educated in the public school of liis native town. Came to America in 1905. Settling in Law- rence. In the barber business since 1938. Formerly in the employ of Adam J. Rush barber shop for 35 years. Married Assunta Feroce of Lawrence, Oct. 14, 1906. Children: Dorothy, graduate of Lawrence High and of McIntosh Commercial School; Anna, graduate of Lawrence High, married to Arthur Blinn; and Silvester, graduate of Lawrence High and McIntosh Commercial School. Member: Master Barbers Assoc., J. B. H. C. I. U. of America, and Italy Grand. His father came to America in 1911, settling in Lawrence. Had the following children: Antimo F., Vincenzo, Pasqualina, Maria and Anna, all married and living in Law- rence. Res .: 129 E. Haverhill St., Lawrence.

MARINO, ANTONIO-Custom Tailor, 154 Washington St., Haverhill. Born Pachino, Siracusa, Italy, April 22, 1885. Son of Sebastiano Marino and Giuseppina Cafiso. Attended public school in his native town and learned custom tailoring under his father. Came to America in 1904. Year later returned to Italy and served in Italian army for two years. In 1907 he returned to America with his parents settling in Haverhill, where he has since been engaged in business. Married Josephine Lazzaro of Wakefield, May 11, 1912. Children: Josephine A .; Rose C .; Lena; and Sebastiano A., who attended M. I. T. and graduated from New Hampshire University, B.S. in chemistry, now with General Chemical Co., considered outstanding in the field of chemical engineering. All of Mr. Marino's children have graduated from Haverhill High School. He is the founder and former president of Italian American Citizens' Club. His father, a native of Avola, Siracusa, Italy, had the following children: Antonio, Corrado, Vincenzo, Salvatore, Joseph (Veteran of U. S. Army World War I.) , Giovanni, and Mrs. Lina Paciulli. Res .: 29 Blossom St., Bradford, Haverhill, Mass.

MARINO, EMILIO-Insurance Agent. Born Ariano, Avellino, Italy, March 10, 1900. Son of Paul Marino and Rosina Cavella. Came to Amer- ica with his parents when eleven months old, settling in Boston. At- tended the elementary and high schools and studied music. Has been a professional musician for many years and played in several Boston lead- ing theatres. In the service of John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance Co. since 1943. Formerly a jewelry salesman. Married Emma Camilia of Melrose, June 26, 1926. Children: Rose, Jean and Millie, known as the Marino sisters, famous throughout Mass. and New York as singers and dancers, appearing in USO camps as entertainers. In 1943 they danced in the Boston Public Garden at the President's ball. Res .: 110 Benning- ton St., East Boston.

MARINO, EUGENE F .- Linotype Operator, Milford, Daily News. Born Milford, Nov. 9, 1895. Son of Raffaele Marino and Luisa Philip Schneck. Graduated from Milford High School in 1914. In the service of Milford Daily News since 1921. Married Delfina Dasti of Milford, Nov. 27, 1919. Member: Bragville Community House, and Eagles. Fond of gardening, travel and music. His father was born in Pietravairano, Naples, Italy,

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Sept. 28, 1858. Came to America in 1881. In Milford since 1885. Has been a business man, probation officer, court interpreter, and town con- stable since 1892. Was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Milford. Had the following children: Louis A., Clerk at Board of Health; Mrs. Angelina Guglielmi; and Eugene Ferdinando of this writing. Res .: 433 E. Main St., Milford.

MARINO, JOSEPH-Proprietor, Imperial Beauty Shop, 600 Washing- ton St., Boston. Born Lipari, Messina, Italy, Sept. 24, 1893. Son of An- thony Marino and Domenica Zaia. Educated in the public schools. Came to U. S. in 1908, settling in Boston, where he learned hair stylist. In business since 1921, specializing in all branches of beauty culture. Mar- ried Rose Grasso of his native town, April 19, 1917. Children: Isabella and Joseph Jr. Mr. Marino is veteran of Italian Army, World War I, member of K. of C., and former Marathon runner. Fond of baseball, travel and music. Has the following brothers and sisters: Michael, Frank, Bartolo, Anthony, Mary, Nancy, all are in Italy, Mrs. Angelina Zaia of Dorchester.

MARINO, LOUIS JOSEPH-Director of Instrumental Music, Swamp- scott Public Schools and Supervisor of Music in town of Nahant. Born Swampscott, July 20, 1914. Son of James Marino and Madeline Buccella. Graduated from Swampscott High School in 1934. Studied music since eight years old. Attended Boston University College of Music for five years and New England Conservatory of Music for six years under Lewis Kloepfel, specializing in trumpet. Has played with famous orchestras- Hotel Plaza with Chick Floyd orchestra; with Anthony Bruno; Ruby New- man; and in New York with Paul Troumaine; Michael Zarin of Wal- dorf Astoria and with Harold Sandler. Now playing at stations WEEI; WBZ; WNAC and with Pat Sand's orchestra at the Hotel Touraine, Bos- ton. Considered among the finest trumpet players in New England. Mar- ried Antoinette Mastromarino of Boston, June 23, 1940. His father was born in Monte Marano, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1909, set- tling in Swampscott, as general contractor. Res .: 17 Prospect Ave., Swampscott.

MARINO, SALVATORE-Proprietor, S. Marino, Fruit and Produce, 62 Chatham St., Boston. Born Augusta, Siracusa, Italy, Nov. 11, 1883. Son of Domenick Marino and Josephine Amara. Educated in the public school of his native town. Served in the Italian Army as Sergeant Major. Came to America in 1906, settling in Boston. In the fruit and produce business since 1909. Married Camilla Tringale of Augusta, Italy, Sept. 10, 1911. Children: Josephine (Di Mare); Domenick, in business with his father, now sergeant in the armored division of U. S. Army; Rose, Serina (Straz- zullo); Mary, a secretary to her father. Mr. Marino is member of N. E. Fruit and Vegetable Ass'n and of Augusta Society. Fond of travelling, music and opera. Res .: 3 Harvard Rd., Belmont.

MARINO, VINCENT JOHN-General manager, Lumber and Terminal Co., Mari & Sons Flooring Co., and Marson Construction Co., Inc., 38 Kent St., Somerville. Born Somerville, Aug. 28, 1919. Son of John Vincent Mar- ino and Pauline Bonaccorso. Education: Somerville High; Franklin Union; Wentworth Institute; State University Ext. in Engineering. In business with his father and brother since 1937. Married Alice Philips of Winthrop, Oct. 9, 1941, graduate of Winthrop High. One son John V., 2nd. Member of K. of C. Mr. Marino is also vice pres. New England Flooring Ass'n, and Technical advisor in the Marson Construction Co., Inc. His father was born in Tripi, Messina, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1907, settling in Somer- ville, where he has since been engaged as flooring contractor. Has the following children: Vincent John; Thomas, is associated with the above, as general outside Supt .; Sara, married to Brendon Hoyt; Joseph, veteran U. S. Army, engineering corps in Europe and the Pacific, was in the

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invasion of Germany; Anthony, veteran U. S. Army in Europe, with General Patton's Third Army, took part in the four major engagements, awarded four battle stars; Gloria and John Albert. All of the children are graduates of Somerville High school. Res .: 8 Porter Ave., Somerville. MARINONI, JOHN N .- Treasurer, Pastene and Co., Inc., Boston. Born Padua, Italy, March 19, 1893. Educated in the elementary and high schools in Italy. Came to U. S. in 1908, settling in Boston. In the service of Pastene and Co., Inc., since 1908. General manager of Boston office since 1924. Married Ines Brigenti of his native town, July 26, 1926, a former school teacher. One son, Mario Angelo, born Sept. 12, 1931. Member: Chamber of Commerce, Italian Historical Society, and Wood- land Golf Club. Fond of baseball, football, hockey, travel, reading and music. His father, Michelangelo, was born in Venice, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1900, settling in Boston, in the employ of Pastene and Co. for many years. Res .: 15 Clairmont Rd., Belmont.

MARKELLA, ERMON LOUIS-Lawyer. Born San Bartolomeo, Bene- vento, Italy, March 29, 1904. Son of Anthony Markella (Maruchella) and Lucia Scrocca. Graduated from Brockton High School in 1923; Har- vard College in 1929, A.B., and University of Michigan Law School in 1935, L.L.B. In general practice in Brockton since 1936. Member Ply- mouth County Bar Assoc., Harvard Alumni Assoc., Order Sons of Italy, and Eagles. At Harvard he was member of the freshman baseball team. Fond of football, baseball, basketball, travel and music. Married Mattie Morgan of Kentucky, Oct. 24, 1934, a graduate of Columbia High School. Children: Anthony Morgan, born Aug. 29, 1935; Frederick Lee, born Nov. 8, 1938; Lois Marie, born Feb. 14, 1941, and Jean Frances, born July 6, 1943. Attorney Markella's father came to America in 1907, set- tling in Brockton. Had the following children: Salvatore, Albert and Ermon Louis. Office: 232 Main St. Res .: 372 Spring St., Brockton.

MARMORALE, ANTONIO-Born Paduli, Benevento, Italy, Jan 18, 1894. Son of Pellegrino Marmorale and Maria Giovanna Iebba. Educated in the public schools here and abroad. Came to U. S. in 1910. Lived in New York State for ten years. Served in U. S. Army World War I. Settled in East Boston in 1920. In the service of U. S. Post Office since 1936, formerly foreman in a furniture factory. Married Carolina Pisiello of East Boston, Sept. 4, 1921. Children: Edmund, graduate English High, Berkeley Preparatory School, N. E. Aircraft School, and U. S. Army Air Force Technical School, veteran U. S. Army Air Corps in Japan, married to Beatrice Mangiafico a beauticianist; Antonette, graduate Girls' High School, is a typist at Sears-Roebuck Co .; and Lorraine, graduate of Girls' High School (honor student) is in the service of Venetian Art Co., of Boylston St., Boston. Mr. Marmorale is active in civic affairs. Has the following brothers and sisters: Giuseppe, a highway commissioner in Long Island, N. Y .; Mrs. Concetta Checcola; Rocco (attorney at law) is veteran U. S. Army World War I; Antonio; Mrs. Vittoria Follo; and Mrs. Luisella Marmorale. Res .: 88 Webster St., E. Boston.

MARMORALE, EDMUND-Master Aircraft Mechanic. Born East Bos- ton, April 2, 1923. Son of Anthony Marmorale and Carolina Pisiello. Graduated from English High; post graduate course at Berkeley Prep; took master airplane mechanic course at New England Aircraft School at Logan Airport of East Boston. Veteran U. S. Army Air Corp Asiatic Pacific Theatre. Was in the invasion of Iwo Jima, awarded four battle stars, and the Distinguished Unit Medal. Married Beatrice Mangiafico of East Boston, Nov. 18, 1944, a graduate Girls High of Boston and of Mansfield Academy of Beauty Culture. Mr. Marmorale is member of: American Legion, V.F.W., American Relief for Italy. Active in civic and political affairs. Fond of golf, tennis and horseback riding. Hobby, play- ing violin and trombone. His father was born in Paduli, Benevento, Italy.

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Came to U. S. in 1910. Lived in New York, later in East Boston. The Marmorale family had its origin in Benevento, of nobility which in the middle ages, passed on to Paduli of the same province. (See his father Anthony Marmorale's sketch.) Res .: 114 St. Andrew Rd., East Boston.

MAROCKINO, FRANK JOSEPH - Custom Tailor Designer, J. Press, Inc. of Cambridge. Born Canosa di Puglia, Bari, Italy, Sept. 12, 1903. Son of Gaetano Marockino and Costanza Chiancone. Educated in the public schools of his native town and at National College of Salerno. Came to U. S. in 1920. In the service of J. Press Inc. since 1938. Form- erly in the custom tailoring business in Brockton for ten years. Married Julia D. Trojano of Brockton, June 6, 1931, a graduate of high school and of Burdette College of Boston. Children: Lorraine, Gloria and Fran- cis. Member: Merchant Tailors and Designers Assoc. of America and Brockton Musical Festival. Fond of baseball, gardening, travel and grand opera. His father a noted woodcarver and winner of Paris Exposition prize in 1900, is in Italy. Has the following children: Mario (Father Victor) of Cappuccini's Order; Frank; Maria (mother superior) mis- sionary for 14 years in the Holy Land; Carmela; Gerardo; Fontina; Margherita (a nun); and late Sabino, who died in action at Tobruck, Africa, Italian Army 1941. Res .: 20 Totnes Rd., Braintree.

MARONI, DOMENIC JOSEPH-Patrolman. Born Hyde Park, Mass., July 22, 1906. Son of Lorenzo Maroni (Marrone) and Filomena Stra- done. Graduated from Framingham High School and St. John's Prepara- tory School of Danvers. In Framingham since 1919. In the police force since Dec. 17, 1940. Married Mary L. Shaw of Framingham, Jan. 2, 1926, a graduate of High School. Children: Lawrence, born June 18, 1927 and Patricia May, born March 23, 1931. Fond of all sports. His father was born in Falvatera, Frosinone, Italy. Came to America in 1893 settling in Hyde Park, later in Framingham. Had the following children: Domenic J. and John L., who is assistant manager of the Floresheim Shoe Store in Boston, is married to Gertrude Devine of Marblehead. Res .: 44 Day Hill Rd., Framingham.

MARONI, JOHN L .- Assistant manager, Floresheim Shoe Store, Bos- ton. Born Hyde Park, Mass., May 22, 1911. Son of Lorenzo Maroni and Filomena Stradone. Graduated from Framingham High School. Attended Boston University School of Business Administration and studied under private tutor for two years. Veteran of U. S. Army World War II. Mar- ried Gertrude Devine of Marblehead, June 28, 1942, a public school teacher in Needham. Member: American Legion. Fond of football, travel and music. His late father was born in Falvatera, Frosinone, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1903, settling in Hyde Park, as moulder, later in Framingham. Had two children: Domenic, a policeman in Framingham and John L., of this writing. Res .: 44 Day Hill Rd., Framingham.

MAROTTA, LOUIS-Proprietor of Marotta Package Store, 270 North St., Boston. Born Boston, Nov. 7, 1907. Son of Arcangelo Marotta and Theresa Tentido. Graduated from Winthrop High School in 1926. In business since 1933. Married Elvira Colella of Boston, June 13, 1937. Fond of all sports especially baseball football and hockey. A lover of travel and of music. His father was born in Chiusano San Domenico, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1880, settling in Boston. Was among the first Italo American liquor dealers in the city. Had the following five children: Louis, Marguarite, Lillian, Melinda and Jennie. Res .: 470 Pleasant St., Winthrop.

MARRAMA, GOFFREDO CHARLES - Proprietor, Marrama Oil and Ice Co., 304 Lancaster St., Leominster. Born Leominster, Aug. 30, 1915. Son of Felino Marrama and Angela Tiberi. Graduated from Leominster High School in 1933 and was member of the track team. In business since 1934. Formerly construction foreman at J. W. Bishop Co. Married

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Jennie Di Gloria of Fitchburg, March 6, 1939. One son, Frederick, born June 5, 1942. Member: Italian American Citizens' Club; Order Sons of Italy and Corfinio Club. Fond of baseball, football, bocce, travel and music. His father was born in Corfinio, Aquila, Italy. Came to America in 1906, settling in Leominister. Had the following children: Goffredo Charles; Pierino, in U. S. Navy overseas; Henry, in U. S. Army para- troopers, a graduate of Long Island Aeronautical School; and William Peter. Res .: 304 Lancaster St., Leominster.

MARRANO, CISBERTO UGO-Proprietor, American Broom Mfg., 19 Louis St., East Boston. Born Corfinio, Aquila, Italy, June 17, 1904. Son of Eduardo Marrano and Annina Ruggieri. Educated here and abroad. In America since 1921. Manufacturer of brooms since 1945. Considered among the finest maker of brooms in the state. Was formerly with several well known broom manufacturers. Married Lena Santiano of East Boston, Feb. 17, 1935. Children: Anna, born Jan. 21, 1936; Edward, born April 18, 1937, and Lena, born Nov. 3, 1939. Member of Corfinio Society. Fond of travel, theater and music. His father came to U. S. in 1908, settling in Lynn as shoe worker. Had the following children: Joseph, veteran Italian Army, World War I; Irma; Cisberto; Altanisia; Lidia; Elsa; Lea, and Osvaldo, veteran Italian Army, World War II. Res .: 28 Porter St., East Boston.

MARRONE, GEORGE JOSEPH - Partner, Central Bronze Aluminum Works, Inc. Born Worcester, Aug. 27, 1910. Son of Saverio Marrone and Frances Lungobocco. Educated in the Worcester public schools. Partner in the Central Bronze Aluminum Works, Inc. since 1943. Married Antoinette Santoro of Worcester, June 28, 1935. Children: Carole Frances and Elaine Charlotte. Mr. Marrone is fond of baseball, football, tennis, hunting, fishing, travel and music. His father was born in Acri, Cosenza, Italy. Came to America in 1893, settling in Worcester, where he was in the service of Albany R. R. for over 40 years. Had the following children: Angelo, Antoinette, Evelyn, Natalie, Rose and George. Res .: 4 Wilson St., Worcester.

MARRONE, JOSEPH- Proprietor, Wachusett Country Club, (one of most picturesque spots in Mass.), West Boylston, Mass. President and Treasurer of Marrone Petroleum Co., and of Joseph Marrone Insurance Agency of Worcester. Born Acri, Cosenza, Italy, Feb. 22, 1895. Son of Gaetano Marrone and Anna Belsito. In U. S. since 1901. Education: Post Business College and Northeastern University School of Law. Served in U. S. Marines, 5th regiment, in France, World War I. Awarded Croix de Guerre, and the Fouregere citations for distinguished service. In busi- ness since 1920. Married Gladys Lavallie of Worcester, Oct. 12, 1920. Children: Edward Joseph, student of Holy Cross College, serving in U. S. Marines; Donald Joseph, student of New York Military Academy, enlisted in the Marines at the age 17, joining his father's regiment; and Richard Paul, a student. Member: American Legion, Disabled Ameri- can Veterans, United Commercial Travellers, fourth degree K. of C., Elks, Exchange Club. His father came to U. S. in 1899, settling in Wor- cester. Had the following children: Peter, Josephine, Joseph, Frank, James and Domenic (U. S. forces in England,. Res .: 251 Beverly Rd., Worcester

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Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 77

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