Founding Date: | 1905 in NYC |
Number of Members: | 100+ |
Purpose: | The Order of the Sons of Italy in America is a fraternal organization of men and women. Nationally, it's one-half million family membership represent a very broad cross-section of the Italian American population. A large organization with an excellent community system, it strongly respects God, country and family values. Its activities show a deep respect and regard for Italian heritage and culture, while concentrating on the richness of life in America.
The goal of OSIA, as originally conceived by its founders, was to unite in one organization, all people of Italian heritage regardless of their religious, political or personal opinions.
They sought to preserve and disseminate the rich cultural heritage and language of Italy; and to promote and advance a positive image role model within the framework of American society.
We invite you to join us as we work to continue the efforts of the founders of this organization. |
Officers: | Jeremy DiFilippo - President Catherine DiNicola - Vice President Marjorie Focarazzo - Immediate Past President Joseph A. Rubé, Jr. MD - Orator Patricia Bartholomew - Corresponding Secretary Vincent Giannantonio - District VIII State Trustee Marisa Rubé Przepiora - Financial Secretary Melissa DiStaffen - Treasurer Carol Ann DiNicola - Mistress of Ceremony Ronald Santoli - Sentinal Stephanie Salvatore - Recording Secretary Becky DiFilippo - Principal Trustee Frank Giancaterin - Trustee Tom Meleca - Trustee Maurice Palucci - Trustee Lorraine Palucci - Trustee Patricia Galante - Chaplain
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Delegates: | Dave Cook - State Deputy to Vincent Lombardi Lodge Louis Giambra - Bene Emeritus Sister Carole Proia - Chaplain Emeritus Louis DeCarolis - State Deputy to Geneva Lodge
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Website: | http://www.sonsofitalyrochester.com |
Phone: | 585-749-5346 |
Address: | 84 Mulcahy Blvd, Rochester NY 14624 |
Meeting Place: | Eyer Building East Rochester |
Membership Information: | Membership is $70 the first year (with $10 going to the national grand lodge for registration) and $60 each year thereafter. |
Membership Application: | Application.doc |