Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and Veterans’ Service Director Joe DeCaro, along with City Councilor Kateri Walsh, South End Citizens Council President Leo Florian, and Father Paolo Bagattini Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church joined on Saturday with the Sal Circosta and the Sons and Daughters of Italy Springfield St. Padre Pio chapter for a special wreath laying ceremony at the Italian-American Veterans War Memorial in the South End of Springfield.
Mayor Domenic J. Sarno states, “This memorial stands in honor of Italian-Americans who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our country, so that all Americans might enjoy the freedoms that we have had. This memorial also stands for the many contributions that Italian-Americans have made to our country and city. I am humbled and proud to join in commemorating their service and sacrifices.”
