About Me.

My journey begins with my parents, who emigrated from Sicily. Both were born in Alcamo, in the province of Trapani, and came to the United States on November 1, 1960, with my older brothers, Luciano and Vito. They later expanded their family with the addition of myself and my two younger sisters, Nancy and Vivian.

I was born in Brooklyn, NY, and raised in Bushwick, a close-knit community of mostly Italians. As an Italian-American, I take great pride in my heritage. My parents' stories, sacrifices, and deep love for their homeland shaped the foundation of who I am today, instilling in me a profound appreciation for our traditions and cultural roots.

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Today, I live in Glendale, Queens, with my wife of 38 years, Gandolfa, whom I met within our Italian community. Like my family, Gandolfa’s parents also emigrated from Sicily—her mother from Bisacquino and her father from Polizzi Generosa. Together, we have built a beautiful life, raising two wonderful children, Antonina and Joseph.

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Our greatest gift and joy is our granddaughter, Ella Lucia. We are committed to passing down the same values of family, tradition, culture, and community that have guided us throughout our lives.