ORDER Sons of Italy T R I E S T E L O D G E President’s Message D ear brothers and sisters, I would like to take a moment to reflect on the tragic events that happened in our Nation’s Capital on October 22, 2014. First and foremost on behalf of our executive and members I offer our deepest condolences to the family of Hamilton’s own Cpl. Nathan Cirillo, a reservist serving with the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders of Canada regiment, whose life was taken that tragic day. It is a terrible reminder that senseless violence and terrorism can happen anywhere, even our great country of Canada. I find it ironic that as a result of this cowardly act it also strengthens the very people, country, and ideology they were diametrically opposed to. Our Country and its people will forever be changed. The poppy will mean a little more this year, I urge all our members to join us at this year’s Memorial Mass so we can honour and remember our fallen veterans; especially our very own Cpl. Nathan Cirillo. Our annual Memorial Mass will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, November 9th at All Souls Church. A brunch will be provided at our lodge hall following the mass. All are welcome to attend. Congratulations to Sons of Italy FC teams on their soccer seasons and representing the Sons of Italy with pride and distinction. Here is a summary of team awards and accomplishments. • SOI U23 - 1st Place Division Champions and Division Top Goalie • SOI FC Crusaders - Festitalia Calcio Cup Champions • SOI FC Azzurre - Ladies O30 Cup Champions • SOI FC Trieste - Daniel Poos Trophy – HDOTSL Most Sportmanslike Team | H A M I L T O N NOVEMBER 2014 • SOI FC Roma - Challenge Cup Division #4 Champions and Division Top Goalie • SOI FC Inter - 1st Place Division Champions and Division Top Goalie The Citizen of the Year Gala will be held at Liuna Gardens on November 22, honouring this year’s worthy recipient Mr. Rob MacIssac. Please contact Br. Loris Pilot as soon as possible at 905-518-1779 to reserve your tickets. December is fast approaching so I ask members to please fill out and send in the form found in this newsletter to reserve your spot for our Annual Children’s Christmas Party to be held on December 7th. The cost per child is $10.00 As well, our Members Christmas dinner will be held on Tuesday December 9th. This dinner is free to members in good standing. Please complete the form if you wish to attend, and/ or bring a guest. The cost per guest is $25.00 Our Sons of Italy Choir is holding their annual Christmas dinner on Saturday, December 6 at our lodge hall. For additional information please read the insert in the newsletter, and to purchase tickets, please contact Br. Angelo Venditti at 905-388-0872. Finally, I would like to remind everyone of our November general meeting to be held on Tuesday, November 11th. The meeting is our annual joint meeting held with our sister lodge, Roma Imperia. We will also be initiating over 20 new members into our Lodge. I urge you to attend to welcome these new members. I look forward to seeing you all there. Fraternally Yours, Lou Filice President Liberty, Equality, Fraternity NEXT GENERAL MEETING: Tuesday, November 11, 2014 L I B E R T Y E Q U A L I T Y F R A T E R N I T Y Sons of Italy Choir Update T he Sons of Italy Choir’s Christmas CD is now available and on sale for only $10.00! The CD contains some of the most beautiful and popular Italian and English Christmas Songs. The CD’s will be available at the Sons of Italy November General Meeting. They can also be purchased at; • Villa Italia - Upper Paradise Rd. • La Bakeri - 935 Fennel Ave. East • Roma Bakery- 233 Barton East, Stoney Creek • Mr. Tony Hairstylist- 230 ½ Locke St.S. The Sons of Italy Choir’s Annual Christmas Concert Dinner and Dance will take place on Saturday Dec. 6, 2014, 6:00pm at the Sons of Italy Hall, 499 King St. East. The price is $40.00 per person. It is definitely a memorable evening and you will not want to miss out on a great event! For information about tickets, please call Br. Angelo Venditti at 905-388-0872 agrozaffiro.com One James St. South, 4th floor Hamilton, ON, Canada L8P 4R5 p. 905-527-6877 f. 905-527-6843 Francis A. DeSantis Ian P. Newcombe Charles P. Criminisi Vanda A. Santini David A. Elliot Z. S. Pete Volaric Kathryn A. McKague Jeffrey E. Naganobu Julian R.G. Thomas Nina L. Di Pietro Jennifer L. Somerville Paul H. Philp M. Edward Key D. Dean Obradovic James H. Aire Sabatina N. Vassalli Devon M. Ryerse Andrea S. Griese David J. Henderson Andrew L. Keesmaat Christopher P. Klinowski Kelly A. Dunn Louis A. Grilli Jeffrey R. Goit Jason A. Pilgrim Monika S. Korona Bradley M. Remigis Charles P. Criminisi, LL.B. Direct Line: (905) 527-6877, ext. 411 Direct Fax: (905) 527-6169 | Email: [email protected] SOI FC Season in Review W hat a great year for SOI FC! Here is a summary of the team awards and achievements from this past soccer season: SOI U23 • 1st Place Division Champions • Division Cup Semi-Finalists • Division Top Goalie (Jordan Battaglia) • Division Top Scorer (Joshua Barnett) SOI FC Crusaders • Festitalia Calcio Master’s Cup Champions SOI FC Azzurre • Ladies O30 Cup Wentworth League Division Champions SOI FC Trieste • HDOTSL Division #3 Most Sportsmanslike Team • Semi-Finalist Festitalia Calcio Master’s Cup • Semi-Finalist Division #3 Challenge Cup 2014 SOI FC Player of the Year Awards • SOI FC Azzurre - Pam Grande • SOI FC U23 - Domenic Sorbara • SOI FC Crusaders - Joe Raso • SOI FC Roma - David Pezzola • SOI FC Trieste - Lidio Mancini • SOI FC Inter - Domenic Chiarini SOI FC Roma • Challenge Cup Division #4 Champions • Division Top Goalie (Nadir Huskic) 2014 SOI FC - SOI! SOI! SOI! Builder Award Winners! • Dan Dolenec • Joe Mongiardi • Nancy Skaljin • Elizabeth Merolli SOI FC Inter • 1st Place Division Champions • Division Top Goalie (Domenic Chiarini) • Division Top Scorer (Rick Pereira) On behalf of the entire SOI FC, I would like to thank all of the players, coaches, and proud supporters for all their devotion and hard work. Until next year! Br. Robert Skaljin SOI! SOI! SOI! S C A R F O N E H A W K I N S LLP Barristers, Solicitors and Trade Mark Agents James A. Scarfone (P.C.), B.A., LL.B. [email protected] Partner, Trial Lawyer, Mediator Certified Specialist Civil Litigation One James St. S., 14th Flr. P.O. Box 926, Depot 1 Hamilton ON L8N 3P9 E-mail: [email protected] Bus: (905) 523-1333 Direct Dial: (905) 526-4376 Fax: (905) 523-5878 Cell: (905) 308-4992 Marchese Pharmacy: A local success story about Jack Marchese W hen I asked Jack about his favourite proverb he answered directly, “work.” The Marchese family expressed this virtue as a way of life. Jack’s parents came from Racalmuto, Sicily. His father worked in the local salt mine there as a teenager. After emigrating to Hamilton, he worked at the Cotton Mill, Coppley, Noyes and Randall, and at Nick Corrado’s as a pocket maker. The family took in borders and when the Cotton Mill bought their house on Simcoe Street for expansion, his grandmother Concetta bought three houses facing the CNR Station at 12, 14, and 16 Murray Street East. Nonna Concetta, the widowed matriarch of the family was a natural leader. Eventually three of her children married and each received one of these houses. Everyone worked. Life in the immigrant neighbourhood revolved around family first and foremost; Fr. Bonomi and All Soul’s Church and the schools; St. Mary’s and St. Augustine’s. He remembers his grandmother collecting coins, 25 cent and 50 cent coins in particular, from family members to send back to Racalmuto because it was important to reach out to family with care and help. He and his sister were surrounded by family in a life of care and traditional Sicilian virtues. His father was always busy helping others in the family or at work uptown. His recreation was hunting and fishing. Calogera, his mother, was the source of nourishment for the family (née Cicero) ever to be found in the kitchen. Jack Marchese celebrating 25 years as 'farmacista." (1961–1986) Jack smiles when he remembers her as a talented cook superb at baking bread, pastries and desserts. He learned in his heart from his parents, there was nothing CIBC World Markets Inc. 21 King Street West Suite 600, Hamilton ON L8P 4W7 Guido Di Cesare, H.B.A., CFP Investment Advisor www.guidodicesare.com Tel.: (905) 523-2360 Fax: (905) 526-4716 Toll Free: 1-800-263-0914 [email protected] CIBC Wood Gundy is a division of CIBC World Markets Inc. Expertise that’s one to one. more important than a loving family with its emphasis on unity, sacrifice, loyalty, frugality and respect for tradition. cont’d next page Marchese Pharmacy: A local success story about Jack Marchese And so Jack attended St. Mary’s where the Sisters of St. Joseph were his teachers and guides, then Cathedral and McMaster where he graduated with a B.A. in Science. Summers he always worked; Dominion Glass, International Harvester and Stelco. He had a clear sense of purpose which was to earn his way for his next year of university. After graduation he worked at Slater Steel for two years and then headed back to the University of Toronto in a four year couse (19541958) in Pharmacy. After graduation he came back to his community to work for his mentors: Chester Capponi and Phil Farrauto at Barton and Sherman. Another local successful son was returning to serve the immigrant Italians in the neighbourhood shortly after the war. They spoke Italian; they knew the Sicilian dialect; they respected age-old customs and expectations. They worked closely with the doctors along Barton Street: Dr. Rizzo, Dr. Agro and Dr. Spicuzza. Jack worked for Chester and Phil for 3 years (1958-1961) and on June 5th, 1961 he opened Marchese Pharmacy just north of Barton on James St. North to serve the Italian people of All Souls – his childhood neighbourhood, a block from where he grew up. At 316 James North he would spend 9am to 9pm every day of the week for the next 3 years. It was a slow start; deliveries were made by bicycle. Work was a virtue he knew and believed in. He respected the value of perseverance and self-reliance from BusinessCards.indd 2 his family. Gradually he introduced imports from Italy, personal care items, household products and eventually a whole range of wine-making products. He knew instinctively the answer to the question: “How does the olive tree grow?” Jack rented that pharmacy store from Nick Zaffiro and remained there for 28 years (1961-1989). In that period, he was a trusted pharmacist, a healthcare server and a reliable friend for many; they came to him for advice for their family’s health, for their wine-making and even for help with their taxes; in the 1970s he made house calls to organize their medications and one occasion he accompanied two Italian immigrant brothers who needed help with their forms at the Banker College in Toronto. Jack Marchese: “farmacista e factotum” Marita Zaffiro worked as a pharmacist with Jack (1987-1989) and eventually bought the business and kept the name. In 1972 Jack started another pharmacy around Barton and Birch called “Medical Pharmacy.” His retirement came in 2000 after 42 years of service in the pharmacy. The years were not without personal tragedy; his wife Jean (née Fratese) died of cancer, 1931-1994 (Riposa in Pace). Her passing made him consider how fortunate he was to have a supportive and talented partner throughout his career. He speaks of his memories with that even-minded judgment and acceptance inherited from his ancestors. Joe Caruso Account Manager, Business Voice & Data Solutions cellular fax email 905-667-3909 905-515-0563 905-667-3210 [email protected] 141 Hester Street Hamilton, ON L9A 2N9 www.clearcable.ca 2/23/09 12:38:19 PM Jack will tell you in that direct and thoughtful manner: family values last a lifetime; the deep values of family last a lifetime and that the loyalty and support of his fellow Italian immigrants were in large measure the reason for his success. A clear sense of purpose is basic to success in one’s vocation. Listen to Jack about the merits of intelligence and work: “I don’t care how smart you are, if you’re not a worker, you’re not going to succeed.” He admired and imitated his father, Andrea’s work ethic, his mother Calogera’s homemaking dedication; his Nonna Concetta’s coin-collecting still resonates in his memory. This is Jack (Gioacchino) Marchese, a member of our brotherhood for the past 54 years quietly talented; an initiator of the Sons of Italy Housing Corporation whose generosity for this endeavour is a story in itself. Our brother, our colleague, talented, plain-spoken, direct, faithful and persevering! He’s a successful professional in our midst whose generous reach deserves our recognition. Jack, a brother worth knowing and worth remembering. “Labor Omnia Vincit” – Work conquers all. In Fraternità, Saluti: Bob Savelli – Oct 2014 Donate to the Trieste Lodge this Season! A s many of you are now aware, anyone is able to make a charitable contribution to our Sons of Italy Hamilton Trieste Lodge Legacy Fund, set up with the Hamilton Community Foundation (HCF), and receive a charitable tax receipt. Please keep your beloved lodge in mind if you are contemplating making a charitable donation before year end. In addition to donating cash, the HCF can facilitate a donation of stocks, bonds, and other publicly listed securities which may further reduce your tax bill and provide more funds to the lodge. If you have qualifying securities, which may include stocks or bonds listed on a designated stock exchange, eligible mutual fund units or segregated funds that have increased significantly in value, consider donating them in-kind directly to our fund through the HCF. When you donate property to charity, you are deemed to have received an amount equal to the fair market value of the property. If the fair market value of the property exceed the cost, a capital gain will be realized. However, the fair market value of the qualifying securities may be eligible for a tax credit, and any realized capital gains are not taxable. As a result of this special tax treatment, it may be more beneficial to donate qualifying securities directly to charity than to sell the property and donate the proceeds. Please consult your personal tax and legal advisors regarding advice for your particular circumstances. indicating on the cheque that you would like the donation directed to the Sons of Italy Hamilton Trieste Lodge Legacy Fund. The ability to make donation online and by credit card are now available through the HCF website (www.hamiltoncommunityfoundation. ca – “Donate Now” and pick Sons of Italy Hamilton Trieste Lodge Legacy Fund from the “Fund/Designation” dropdown menu). The gifts of securities detailed above, and other charitable giving strategies, may be discussed directly with Sheree Meredith of the HCF. She may be reached at 905-5235600. Alternately, please feel free to contact me, or President Lou Filice, for further details. Cheques can be made payable to the “Hamilton Community Foundation”, Guido Di Cesare Past President Citizen of the Year – November 22nd O rder S On S Of Ita ly Of Canada | trIeSte lOdge – 2014 – I ta l I a n - C a n a d I a n Citizen Year Gala of the Robert MacIsaac honouring S at u r d ay, n o v e m b e r 2 2 , 2 0 1 4 lIuna GardenS Cocktails 5:49 p.m. | dinner 7:00 p.m. O n Saturday November 22nd 2014, the Sons of Italy Trieste Lodge will be honouring Mr. Rob MacIsaac with the Citizen of the Year award at Liuna Gardens. This premier event will be a night of elegance and entertainment. The dinner will be exceptional and promises to be a night to remember. For more information about tickets or sponsorship please contact Br. Loris Pilot at 905-518-1779. $150.00 per person - all Inclusive black tie optional Memorial Mass – November 9th Sunday, November 9, 2014 O ur annual Memorial Mass will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, November 9th at All Souls Church. A brunch will be provided at our lodge hall following the mass. All are welcome to attend. For questions, please contact Br. Tony Giardino at 289-389-2917. R a l p h O l i v i e r i , B rok e r O w n e r Cel l 9 0 5 5 1 5 7 7 7 1 | ral ph@ m l it r u p a r t n e r s .c a C a r m i n e C a l v i s e , CAI B , CR M , B r o k e r O w n e r cel l 9 0 5 5 1 7 3 0 4 0 | carm i ne@ mlit r u p a r t n e r s .c a 271 Queenston Road, Hamilton, Ontario L8K 1G9 T. 2 8 9 6 6 7 0 0 2 5 | F. 9 0 5 5 4 5 8 1 1 9 w w w. m l i t r u p a r t n er s . ca Traditional Christmas Gathering Registration Tuesday, December 9th, 2014 Sons of Italy Hall Please complete the form and return to Sons of Italy (Christmas Gathering) by November 30th attention Joe Mongiardi, 499 King St. East, Hamilton, ON L8N 1G1 Phone: (905) 385-7845 MEMBER’s NAME: __________________________________________ GUEST:_________________________________________________ Sons of Italy Children’s Christmas Party S U N D A Y December 7 , 2 0 1 4 Sons of Italy Hall • 1:00 pm (sharp) to 3:30 pm • Cost: $10 per child Please print and complete the form and return no later than November 21, 2014 with your cheque made payable to Sons of Italy(Children’s Christmas Party) to: Joe Mongiardi 499 King St. East Hamilton, ON L8N 1G1 Phone: (905) 385-7845 member name: __________________________________________________________ Children/ Grandchildren NAME: SEX AGE ______________________________________ _______ _________ ______________________________________ _______ _________ ______________________________________ _______ _________ ______________________________________ _______ _________ Amount enclosed___________________ Event Calendar For those wishing to help with the following events, please see your Executive. SOI FC Poker Night Friday, November 7, 2014 Memorial Mass, All Souls Sunday, November 9, 2014 at 9:30 General Meeting Tuesday, November 11, 2014 Italian Canadian Citizen of the Year Liuna Gardens Saturday, November 22, 2014 SOI Choir Annual Christmas Concert Saturday, December 6, 2014 Children’s Christmas Party Sunday, December 7, 2014 Members’ Christmas Dinner Tuesday December 9, 2014 Rent the Sons of Italy Trieste Hall Lodge Available for a variety of social events. For rental Inquiries please contact DMS Property Management at 905-524-2985. Sons of Italy Executive 2014/2015 President Luigi Filice Res. 643-0594 Bus. 388-5251 x23 Past President Guido Di Cesare Res. 627-5220 Bus. 523-2360 Vice President Loris Pilot Orator Lewis Merolli Res. 930-8762 Adm. Secretary Joe Mongiardi TONY CIPOLLA, CA Joseph Monachino, CA Peter Bartens, CA Vito SGRO, CA Sam CipolLa, CA Bus. 664-5088 Res. 385-7845 Recording Secretary Andrew Monachino Res. 905-383-1903 Cell 905-902-1483 Treasurer Livio Di Nello Chartered Accountants, LL.P. Cell. 905-518-1779 Res. 389-6930 Trustees Tony Giardino Res. 289-389-2917 Bus. 389-6760 Lucas Costanzo Cell: 905-517-9043 [email protected] Eugene Catania Bus. 905-777-1225 x 107 YACHETTI, LANZA & RESTIVO BARRISTERS & SOLICITORS A strong business is built upon a solid foundation of insurance... ROGER D. YACHETTI, Q.C. 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