Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 91

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

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PANNICHELLI, NICOLA-Born Casalvecchio di Puglia, Foggia, Italy, Jan. 4, 1896. Son of Francesco Pannichelli and Luigia Ruta. Educated in the public school of his native town. Came to America in 1914, set- tling in Milford, where he has since been in the service of the Hopedale Draper Corp. Married Josephine Bulso of Milford, Aug. 14, 1921, a native of Casalvecchio, Italy. Children: Louise Maria, born May 21, 1922; Jennie Rita, graduate Milford High, and Josephine Mary, are twins, born Sept. 3, 1924; Antoinette, Nicholas, and Lena, are students. Member: Order Sons of Italy since 1923, where he has held all offices and is now venerable and state delegate to conventions. Veteran of U. S. Army, World War I. Has the following brothers and sisters: Grace, Josephine, Mada- lena, Nicola, Filomena, Antonetta, and Gennarino. Res .: 12 Fruit St., Milford.

PANNONI, ANTHONY J .- Proprietor of Columbus Cafe, 837 Badford St., Fall River. Also Civil Engineer. Born Fall River, April 7, 1903. Son of Giovanni Pannoni and Concetta Zarlenga. Graduated: Durfee High in 1922; University of Maine in 1927, B.S. in Civil Engineering. Constr, Engineer for Stone and Webster Engineering Corp. of Boston since 1928. Proprietor of Columbus Cafe since 1933. Married Annette Du Bois of Fall River, June 29, 1929. Children: John, born May 18, 1930 and Paul, born Oct. 26, 1933. Member: Elks, Phi Kappa Fraternity. Studied violin and was member of varsity glee club. His father was born in Fornelli, Campobasso, Italy. Came to America in early 90's, was among the pioneer

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Italian settlers of Fall River. Had the following children: Mrs. Philo- mena Germane; Mrs. Elvira Andrews; Anthony J .; and Nicholas A., a graduate of Providence College and attended University of Maryland Medical School. Res .: 839 Badford St., Fall River, Mass.

PANNONI, REV. JOSEPH R .- Pastor, St. Francis of Assisi Church of New Bedford. Born Fall River, Mass. Graduated: Durfee High School; St. Charles College of Maryland; North American College; and Propaga- tion of Faith University, both of Rome, Italy. Ordained by Bishop Fechan of Fall River, Sept. 19, 1925. Pastor at St. Francis of Assisi Church since 1929. Formerly curate at Corpus Cristi Church of Sandwich and St. Williams Church of Fall River. His father was born in Fornelli, Campobasso, Italy. Came to America in 1892, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Fall River. Had the following children: Henrietta; Rev. Joseph R .; Peter C., a pharmacist; Teresa Marie, a public school teacher in New Bedford, married to Lt. Edwin A. Williams of the U. S. Army. Rectory: 247 North St., New Bedford.

PANNONI, NICHOLAS ALBERT-Manager, Columbus Cafe, 837 Bad- ford St., Fall River. Born Fall River, Dec. 6, 1907. Son of Giovanni Pan- noni and Concetta Zarlenga. Graduated: Durfee High; Providence College in 1929, Ph.B. Attended University of Maine and University of Maryland Medical School. Manager Columbus Cafe since 1933. Married Barbara Rogers of Fall River, May 5, 1932, graduate of Durfee High and Pratt In- stitute, is a dietician. Children: Barbara Ann, born May 26, 1933; Elena Carol, born Aug. 2, 1936; and Nicholas Anthony, born Aug. 3, 1937. Mem- ber: Phi Kappa Fraternity, Elks, and Westport Yacht Club. Fond of fishing, football and boxing. His father was born in Fornelli, Campobasso, Italy. Served in the Italian Army. Came to U. S. in early 90's, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Fall River. (See his brother Anthony's sketch). Res .: 839 Badford St., Fall River.

PANTANO, EUGENE AMBELIO-Patrolman. Born Monte San Gio- vanni, Campano, Rome, Italy, May 18, 1890. Son of Raffaele Pantano and Delfina Morel. Educated here and abroad. Came to America in 1906, lived in Providence. In Milford since 1914. Member of Milford Police Dept., since 1923, is among the pioneer Italian Americans in the force. Married Gladys Evelyn Bruce of Milford, April 12, 1921. Children: Al- fred A., a graduate of Milford High, is sergeant in U. S. Army overseas; Dorothy Regina, is graduate of Milford High and Eugene Jr., is student. Officer Pantano served in U. S. Army World War I in the 45th Infantry band. Member: Policemen's Relief Assoc. and Order Sons of Italy. Fond of hunting, fishing, and music. His father came to America in 1900. Had the following children: Eugene A., Amelia, Charles and Amalio. Res .: 37 Sumner St., Milford.

PANTANO, PASQUALE-Proprietor, Patsy's Barber Shop, 195 Cres- cent St., Brockton. Born Isola del Liri, Frosinone, Italy, Jan. 5, 1901. Son of Felice Pantano and Giovanna Villa. Educated in the public schools here and abroad. Came to America in 1914, settling in Brockton. In business since 1925. Married Phyllis Pizzano of Brockton, Jan. 8, 1928. Children: Jennie, born Jan. 14, 1929; Felix, born June 30, 1931; and Patricia, born April 8, 1934. Member: Order Sons of Italy; Italian Pro- gressive Club of Ward five; and Local Barber's Union. Active in civic affairs. Considered among the most popular Italo-American barbers in the city. Fond of baseball, bowling, travel, and music. His father came to America in 1913, settled in Brockton. Had the following children: Pasquale; Anthony, married to Jessie Duxter, they have two children, Anna and Mary; and late Mrs. Mary Paladino, who had two children; Michael, who is serving in U. S. Army, and Angelina. Res .: 325 Grove St., Brockton.

PAOLETTI, D. THOMAS-Manager, Jim Burke, Inc., (Package Store) 119 Cambridge St., Charlestown. Born Boston, Dec. 27, 1907. Son of

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Giulio Paoletti and Vincenza Tentoni. Graduated from Somerville High School, member of varsity baseball team. In business since 1934. Mar- ried Irene Welch of Somerville, Aug. 15, 1934, a graduate of Somerville High. Children: Barbara Ann, born Oct. 7, 1937 and Edward Francis, born Feb. 4, 1944. Mr. Paoletti is active in civic and political affairs. Fond of football, baseball, boxing, travel and music. His father was born in Amandola, Ascoli Piceno, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1900, settling in Boston, jater in Somerville, in the construction business. Had the follow. ing two children: D. Thomas; and Alfred, veteran U. S. Army World War II, in the Pacific, took part in the invasion of Leyte and Bonzan- ville, awarded three battle stars. Res .: 41 Pennsylvania Ave., Somerville.

PAOLETTI, JOSEPH-Proprietor of Paoletti Economy Fruit Co., 530 Main St., Indian Orchard, Mass. Born Monti di Villa, Lucca, Italy, Nov. 1, 1879. Son of Adriano Paoletti and Madalena Lucchesi. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1896. In busi- ness since 1920. Formerly in the plaster of paris statuary field. Married Seconda Benvenuti of Monti di Villa, Lucca, Italy, Feb. 12, 1905. Chil- dren: Madeline, a graduate of Webster High School, married to Renato Benvenuti; and Robert Andrew, a graduate Mary E. Wells High School of Southbridge, Mass., also attended the Elliott Radio School of An- nouncing and Singing, married to Helen Anna Dobek. Mr. Paoletti is fond of outdoor life especially hunting. A lover of music. Has travelled extensively in France, England, Belgium and in Italy. Res .: 32 Whitney St., Ludlow.

PAOLINI, BONAFACIO RINALDO-Proprietor, Hudson Electric Ap- pliance Co., 50 Main St., Hudson. Born Boston, Nov. 12, 1901. Son of Salvatore Paolini and Anna Zaino. Education: Hudson Public Schools; and Suffolk University Law School. In business since 1920. Member of Elks, Buonavia Club; Past President and Treasurer local Chamber of Commerce. Active in industrial promotion of the community. Operated semi-professional baseball team for three years. Deeply interested in civic affairs especially in field of athletics among youth. His father was born in Aquila, Italy. Came to America in 1896, settling in Boston later in Hudson, where he engaged in the restaurant business. Had the follow- ing children: Anthony, a machinist; Mrs. Mary Belsuhunas; Domenic A., of the Welfare Dept .; Bonafacio Rinaldo; and Mrs. Eva Ciampa. Res .: 43 Peckard St., Hudson. 1

PAOLUCCI, ALFRED - Musician and businessman. Born Bonefro, Campobasso, Italy, March 1, 1880. Son of Giuseppe Paolucci and Lucia Insogna. Was band master in Italy and for three months, first clarinettist in the municipal band Fenaroli di Lanciano (Chieti) at Milan. In U. S. since 1914. Organized the Rossini Band of Natick and served as band master for 12 years. Taught winded instruments in Framingham for 12 years. Served in U. S. Navy World War I, as first class musician. In the cleansing and tailoring business in Natick since 1931. Married Giu- seppina D'Alessandro, Nov. 18, 1909. Children: Mrs. Nita Pizzeri; Mrs. Maria Vona; and Gemma, a graduate of Natick High and of Framingham Business College. Member, Order Sons of Italy and San Rocco Society. Has the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Adelina Giaccari; Mrs. Ida Ialenti; Charles of Chicago and Adolfo of Bonefro, Italy. Bus .: 11 Court St. Res .: 67 Summer St., Natick.

PAOLUCCI, ORESTE-Ladies' Tailoring, Gowns and Furs. Born Ra- pino, Chieti, Italy, June 6, 1879. Son of Nunziato Paolucci and Tuisa Mas- cioli. Came to America in 1891, settling in Boston, where he has since been engaged in ladies' tailoring business. Married Filomena Pamfilio of Boston, daughter of well known soloist, and band musician, Antonio Pamfilio. Children: Louise, Marie, Oreste Jr., a graduate of Bently School of Accounting, and Eleonora. Mr. Paolucci has been in the tailoring busi-

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ness on Boylston St., since 1910. Outstanding in the field of ladies' tailor- ing. Fond of gardening, fishing and opera. Res .: 33 Lennox Dale Ave., Dorchester.

PAONE, PAUL FRANCIS-Bookkeeper, Stone & Webster, Boston. Born Boston, May 28, 1920. Son of Alexander Paone and Helen Cataldo. Grad- uated from East Boston High in 1938 and attended Bentley School of Ac- counting and Finance. Served in U. S. Army night air force in Europe, awarded four battle stars and took part in the Normandy invasion. Mem- ber: V.F.W., American Legion. Active in civic and political affairs. Fav- orite sports: baseball, hockey and travel. His father was born at Castel Baronia, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1914, served in U. S. Army in France, World War I, is engaged in the jewelry field with the firm Lev- enson Furniture and Jewelry Co., has the following children: Paul Francis; Mrs. Mary Miano; Grace; and Anthony, veteran U. S. Army, World War II in Germany and Japan, is holder of five battle stars. Res .: 222 Paris St., East Boston.

PAPALIA, ROY CHARLES-Attorney-at-Law and Master in Chancery. Born, Watertown, May 19, 1910. Son of Carmelo Papalia and Anna Maria De Cicco. Educated: Watertown High School, Boston University, Suffolk University Law School, 1934, L.L.B., 1936, L.L.M. In general practice since 1934. Master in Chancery since 1939. Married Lavinia Mary Barone, of Winchester, Feb. 16, 1941, daughter of Prof. Frank Barone, band con- ductor and composer. Children: Roberta Ann and Roy Charles Jr. Mem- ber: local, county, state and national bar associations. Leader in civic, fraternal and charitable enterprises in Boston and Watertown. Interested in the study of history, especially in the contribution of Italians to de- velopment of America in Colonial and Revolutionary · days. Member: Watertown War Price and Rationing Board; Draft Advisory Board; grand trustee Order Sons of Italy; Mass. State Council Young Men's Republican Clubs. Parents, born in Aquaro, Reggio Calabria, Italy, came to America in 1898, settling in Watertown. Office: 17 Main St. Res .: 250 Mt. Auburn St., Watertown.

PAPARELLA, JAMES-President and Treasurer, Paparella Bros. Inc., 21 Union St., Lawrence. Born Tocco Casauria, Aquila, Italy, March 11, 1894. Son of Joseph Paparella and Nunziata Santilla. Attended public school and the Seminary in his native town. Came to America in 1909. In business in Lawrence since 1938, clothing mfg., employing over 150 persons. Formerly clothes designer in firms in Baltimore, Philadelphia, and Boston. Married Amelia Gargano of Rochester, N. Y., March 1920, graduate of Rochester High and Business College. Children: James Jr., graduate of Andover High, in U. S. Army Aviation; Thesbe Nancy, grad- uate of Andover High and attended Boston University for three years, nurse in U. S. Army; Ronald and Bruce, students. Member of Elks. Has the following brothers and sisters: Italo, building contractor, in New York; Frank, clothing mfg. in Manchester, N. H .; James; Terney, asso- ciated with his brother Frank; Rinaldo, merchant in Italy; Mrs. Josephine Antonucci and Ernestina are in Italy. Father is a prominent lawyer and poet in the province of Aquila, Italy for over 30 years. Res .: 68 Elm St., Andover.

PAPARO, GARY PAT-Physician and Surgeon. Born Brockton, Feb. 26, 1919. Son of Frank Paparo and Rose Russo. Graduated from Brock- ton High School in 1937, honor student; Boston University, B.S. in biology; and Boston University School of Medicine in 1943, M.D. Interne at Cam- bridge City Hospital, is first lieutenant in U. S. Army Medical Reserve Corps. Married Marie Louise Luongo, Aug. 5, 1944. Daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Fedele U. Luongo of Providence, R. I., a graduate of Classical High and of R. I. School of Design. Dr. Paparo's father was born in Gasperina, Catanzaro, Italy. Came to America in 1905, settling in Brockton as busi- nessman. Has the following children: Gary Pat; and Marietta, a graduate

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of Brockton High and N. E. Conservatory of Music, degree in Pianoforte with honors and special honors. Majored for her master's degree in music at Columbia University, now public school supervisor at Sparta, N. J. Considered one of the most outstanding pianists in New England. Res .: 248 Crescent St., Brockton.

PAPARONE, SALVATORE-Director of his studio in Modern Dancing, 136 Massachusetts Ave., Boston. Born Naples, Italy, April 1, 1887. Son of Louis Paparone and Adelaide Casso. Graduated from the Royal Danc- ing Academy in Naples, Italy, and travelled extensively throughout Europe. Member of the Inner Circle Dancing Ass'n of New York; and of the Dancing Masters of America. Besides his instruction in modern ballroom dancing, he gives reducing exercise courses which are highly commend- able. His frequent trips to New York enables him to acquire the very latest in the field of dancing.

PAPETTI, WILLIAM LOUIS-Proprietor, Interstate Oil Trucking Co., 167 Franklin St., Worcester. Born Chicago, Ill., Oct. 10, 1911. Son of Louis Papetti and Filomena Ottaviano. Educated in the public schools. In Worcester, Mass. since 1928. In business since 1934, also dealer in used cars. Married Oliver Holbrook of Uxbridge, Aug. 10, 1933, a grad- uate of Uxbridge High and attended Backus College. Children: William, Geraldine and Donald. Member of Mass. State Guard. Active in civic affairs. Fond of baseball, boxing, current events, travel and music. His father was born in vicinity of Naples, Italy. Came to U. S. A. in 1909. Was a macaroni manufacturer in Chicago. Had the following children: Lillian, married to M. Cafarelli of Watertown, Mass., and Edith of Wor- cester. Res. : 466 Burncolt St., Worcester.

PAPPALARDO, ALFIO (Fred)-Pappalardo Market, 106 Lawrence St., Lawrence. Born Pedara, Catania, Italy, Jan. 8, 1900. Son of Salvatore Pappalardo and Grazia Sciuto. Educated in the Lawrence Public Schools. Established the Pappalardo's Market in 1932. Associated with him in business is his brother-in-law, Joseph Cavallaro. Married Mary Cavallaro of Lawrence, July 9, 1924. Children: Salvatore J., graduate of Central Catholic High School and attended the Chauncy Hall Preparatory School, a student of M. I. T., now in U. S. Army; Angelo and Fred Jr. Mr. Pappalardo is member of Order Sons of Italy. His father visited America in 1900, had the following children: John, textile worker; Alfio and Placido, proprietor of Wirth Cafe of Lawrence. Res .: 110 Lawrence St., Lawrence.

PAPPALARDO, ANTHONY J .- Proprietor, Fulton Oil Service Station, Cor. Newbury and Gardner St., Lawrence. Born Pedara, Catania, Italy, July 22, 1905. Son of Alfio Pappalardo and Maria Di Stefano. Came to America in 1916. Educated here and abroad. In business since 1932. Married Anna Zappala of Lawrence, July 12, 1931. Children: Marie, Frederick and Raymond. Member of Italian American Association. Fond of baseball, bowling, travel and music. His father came to America in 1910, settling in Lawrence. Had the following children: Joseph, Anthony J., Thomas, proprietor of a gasoline station; Mary, married to Joseph Signorelli and Irene. Res .: 117 Prospect St., Lawrence.

PAPPALARDO, PLACIDO (Pat)-Proprietor, Wirth Cafe, 42 Ames- bury St., Lawrence. Born Lawrence, Sept. 10, 1913. Son of Salvatore Pappalardo and Grazia Sciuto. Educated here and abroad. Lived in Italy for 14 years. Proprietor of Wirth Cafe since Jan. 1944. One of the oldest and best known restaurants in the city, famous for its fine food for more than half century. Married Laura Gentile of Lawrence, Oct. 11, 1934, graduate of Lawrence High School. Mr. Pappalardo is member of Lawrence Liquor Association; Elks; Midtown Association and Me- thuen Club Associates. Fond of baseball, golf, hockey, travel and music. His father visited America in 1900, now in Italy. Had the following children: John, Alfio, and Placido. Res .: Lawrence.

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PAPANTI, HECTOR-Well known jeweler in Boston for over 40 years. Was born in Worcester, Oct. 1, 1880. Son of Louis and Cecilia Papanti. Mr. Papanti is grand nephew of Lorenzo Papanti, the famous violinist, artist, linguist and dancing master, who established in Boston in the sixties, his renowned dancing academy with its amazing spring floor, un- rivaled by 1870 and maintained its position of pre-eminence for a gen- eration afterward. Tales of the talented Papanti abound in the memoirs and letters of many a Bostonian, recounting unforgettable incidents of youthful days. Res .: 45 Bromfield St., Boston.

PAPPAS, THOMAS ANTHONY-President of Pappas C. Co., Inc. Born Somerville, Oct. 24, 1900. Son of Constantine Pappas and Sofia Flanbura. Educated in the Somerville elementary and high schools. In the food business since 1915. Married Bessie Bonaki of Fall River, Mass., in 1928. One son, Constantine, born June 23, 1933. Member: Algonquin Club; Foreign and Commerce Clubs of Boston; Chamber of Commerce, etc. Fond of football, handball and tennis. Father came to America in 1895, settling in Boston. Office: 21 Burlington Ave., Boston. Res .: 23 Long- wood Ave., Belmont.

PARADISO, MATTEO-Proprietor, Paradiso Shoe Store and Custom Shoe Maker, 122 Main St., Milford. Born Casalnuovo Monterotaro, Fog- gia, Italy, Sept. 21, 1885. Son of Michele Antonio and Concetta D'Arc- angelo. Attended public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1907, settling in Milford. In business since 1924. Formerly forman at Agensen and Temple Shoe Mfg. Co. Married Giovannina Salcito of Milford, June 15, 1908. Children: Michael, is associated with his father in business; Mario, is staff-sergeant in U. S. Army Air Force in France and chief inspector in aerio planes; Concetta; Maria, graduate Milford High School; Alexander is engineer in map photography in U. S. Army in the Pacific; Lucy, married to Sergeant Richard Ashcroft; Donald, stu- dent. Member: Moose and Army Air Forces Aircraft Warning Service Reserves. His late father was a veterinary doctor and served in the Italian Army as lieutenant. Had the following children: Giuseppe, late Giovanni, veteran of Italian Army World War I; Matteo; Teodorico; Gio- condo; Pietro; and Maria Giuseppa. Res .: 107 Purchase St., Milford.

PARADISO, TEODORICO - Born Casalnuovo, Foggia, Italy, May 18, 1887. Son of Michele Antonio Paradiso and Concetta D'Arcangelo. Came to America in 1906, settling in Milford. Foreman at Rosemassen Shoe Co., since 1936. Formerly with Herman Shoe Co. Married Luisa Caro- lina Andreola of Milford, May 21, 1916. Children: Peter A., a graduate of Milford High and studied music under A. Di Giannantonio, is aviation cadet in U. S. Army; Michael A., graduate Milford High and Aero In- dustries Technical Institute. Completed his aerotical engineering Design and drafting course. Was in the employ of Douglas Aircraft Corp., in Los Angeles, later associated with Sikorsky Aircraft plant of Bridgeport, Conn., as assistant group engineer on all helicopters designed by the company. Member of American Ricket Society; and Institute of the Aeronautical Sciences and Society of Automotive Engineers; Concetta Evelyn, is graduate nurse; Joseph J., and Clara Louise. Member: Order Sons of Italy; Moose; and Dramatic Club. Has the following brothers and sisters: Joseph, Matthew, Teodorico, Giocondo, Domenico, and Maria. Res .: 35 Main St., Milford.

PARAMINO, JOHN FRANCIS-Sculptor. Born Boston, Dec. 25, 1888. Son of Charles Paramino and Josephine Lavazzolo. Graduated: Eliot School and Boston Museum of Fine Arts School. Awarded scholarships and prizes. Assisted Augustus St. Gaudens, Cornish N. H. Has sculptured over 200 works, among which are his: Memorial to the Founders of Boston; Harcourt Armory Memorial, Trinity Church Boston; Portrait Bust of Dr. J. Collins Warren at Harvard College; Gen. Miles Portrait

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bas-relief in bronze, State House of Boston; Portrait Bust of John Adams in bronze, Hall of Fame in New York; Coolidge Memorial, Northampton, etc. Member: Copley Society, Guild of Boston Artists, Museum of Fine Arts Alumni. Married Elizabeth Marie Pullo, Oct. 12, 1916. One daugh- ter, Elizabeth Marie, graduate of Colby Junior College, and Wheelock College '43, B.S., is school teacher in Newton. Mr. Paramino's father was born in Cicagna, Genoa, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1870, settling in Boston where he engaged in fruit and produce business. Had the follow- ing children: John Francis; Mrs. Adelina Finelli; and Mrs. Mary Cutter. Res. : 108 Edmonds Rd., Wellesley.

PARAVANO, LAWRENCE - Proprietor, Commercial Screw Machine Products, 175 Union St., Worcester. Born Sora, Frosinone, Italy, Jan. 6, 1910. Son of Frank Paravano and Mary Cerilli. Was brought to America in 1912, settling in Worcester, where he attended public schools. In busi- ness since 1940. Married Nancy Laura De Rienzo of Worcester, June 2, 1930. Children: Nancy Ann and Linda. Fond of football, boxing, travel and music. His father came to America in 1908. Had the following children: Lawrence, Joseph, Arthur, Adeline, married to Patrick Di Santis, Mary and Florence. Res .: 5 Hasting Rd., Worcester.

PARENTE, FREDERICK GUY-Insurance Agent. Born San Giovanni, Benevento, Italy, Jan. 2, 1902. Son of Luigi Parente and Maria Carmela Rossi. Graduated from Luigi Palmieri Royal Technical School of Bene- vento as an accountant and attended the Superior Commercial Institute of Naples for two years. Served in the Italian Army. Came to America in 1924, settling in Boston. In the service of John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance Co., since 1936. Formerly in the banking field in Boston and Providence, R. I. Married Fannie Catizone of Boston, July 7, 1927. Children: Louis Angelo and Robert James. Mr. Parente is member of the John Hancock Insurance Century Club and of the Massachusetts State Guard. Fond of outdoor sports, travelling, art and music. Res .: 186 Webster St., East Boston.

PARENTE, GENNARO-Manager, Stella Chain Store of Watertown. Born San Giovanni di Ceppaloni, Benevento, Italy, April 17, 1892. Attended public school in Italy. Came to U. S. in 1910, settling in Watertown. In the service of Stella Chain Store since 1936. Was formerly a businessman. Married Maria Russo of Watertown, Nov. 28, 1913. Mr. Parente is mem- ber of Aurora Society; Squillani Society; Maria Santissima del Carmine Society and president of Maria Santissima' della pace Society since 1936. Active in civic and political affairs. Has a brother Gaetano, a physician in Naples, Italy, and a sister Antonetta, married to Arnoldo Catalano. Res .: 23 Homer St., Watertown.

PARENTI, DELFINA-Partner with her sister. Zoe Parenti (Borghi). Parenti Sisters, jewel craft, 400 Boylston St., Boston. Born in Crevalcore, Bologna, Italy. In U. S. since 1907. In business since 1927. Spent number of years abroad, perfecting of a European trained technique in the making and designing precious metal and stone jewelry.

PAREZ, ERNEST-Proprietor of Parez Market, 11 Suffolk St., Wor- cester. Born Naples, Italy, Jan. 10, 1885. Son of Domenic Parez and Francesca Mastrogiovanni. Educated in public schools of Naples, and served in the Italian Army. Came to America in 1906, settling in Wor- cester. In business since 1918. Married Elisa Possidenti, a native of Luzzi, Cosenza, Italy, Oct. 30, 1911. Children: Domenic, in U. S. Marines as master sergeant; Vincent, graduate of High School of Commerce and of Bently School of Accounting and Finance, 1st Lieut. in U. S. Army Air Corps (bombardier) overseas, has been awarded medal of honor; Victoria, graduate of High School of Commerce, in U. S. Marines. Mr. Parez is member of the Elks and Order Sons of Italy. His father, the late Domenic Parez, was a prominent physician and surgeon in Naples, Italy. Res. : 29 Suffolk St., Worcester. .

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Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 91

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