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Joe's Italian Genealogy Guestbook - 2000

Thank you for visiting my guestbook. It would be great if you would add to this guestbook!

Joe made a mistake in my addres as you can see. My dad name was Vincenzo Castronovo ,he was born in Italy, I think in cimina, Italy. What i like to known iis where did his father came from. Father name is anthony
Vincenzo Castronovo <Vince421@aol.com>
tempe, Az. USA - Sunday, December 31, 2000 at 15:07:27 (EST)

I am looking for Victor Benevento graduated from Stony Brook.
Chen <AliceIC_Chen@compal.com>
USA - Saturday, December 30, 2000 at 00:27:24 (EST)

HI Joe, looking for any DiPaola's or Gennovasi form Italy
Joseph DiPaola <s7u7z713@aol.com>
Bristol, RI USA - Thursday, December 28, 2000 at 20:33:46 (EST)

Looking for the family coat of arms for the name SOLDO, name originated from naples italy, was changed to the form i have when my great-great grandfather arrived in america. If any one has a good site to find these arms it would be great thanks...
Steven Solbo <PSTEVE@Clemson.edu>
Clemson, SC USA - Wednesday, December 27, 2000 at 22:28:54 (EST)

Looking for family history. Surname-----Folino,Rosina born in 1886 in Calabria Cariolano,Alfonso born 1883 Could be spelled Coriolano Anything is more than I have now..
James Cariolano <dooman@spacestar.net>
Spooner, wi USA - Wednesday, December 27, 2000 at 18:33:01 (EST)

Hi!! Im using a friends computer to find some info on my family name (La Rocca)my parents and grand parents are from the catania area in sicily any info would be great thanks ...joe La Rocca
Joe La Rocca <beajai18@hotmail.com>
Bundaberg, QLD Australia - Wednesday, December 27, 2000 at 07:32:07 (EST)

I'm looking for information about my relatives in Italy. My grandmother was ANGELA FERRARA and she probably was born in ROME or TUNISIA (when it was an italian colony). She arrived in BUENOS AIRES and she moved to PARANA (ENTRE RIOS - ARGENTINA). Thanks. Estoy buscando información sobre mis parientes en Italia. Mi abuela era ANGELA FERRARA, nació en ROMA o TUNEZ (cuando era colonia italiana). Llegó a BUENOS AIRES y luego se mudó a PARANA (ENTRE RIOS - ARGENTINA). Muchas gracias. Sto cercando informazioni dei miei parenti italiani. Mia nonna era ANGELA FERRARA e probabilmente sia stata nata a ROMA o TUNISIA (quend'era colonia italiana). E arrivata a BUENOS AIRES e dopo se ne é andata a PARANA (ENTRE RIOS - ARGENTINA). Grazie.
Marcelo <marcefer@hotmail.com>
Paraná, Argentina - Tuesday, December 26, 2000 at 21:53:56 (EST)

I have family in Bari, Italy by the name of Tedesco. I will be visiting Italy on March 26 for 21 days and would like to find the family. John and Antoinette lived in McKees Rocks, PA. My grandfather was a huckster. I would appreciate any addresses or e mails or even the Catholic Church address or email. Thanks for all of your help.
lois Tedesco Bummer <ljbcjb@nauticom.net>
evans city, pa USA - Tuesday, December 26, 2000 at 14:23:18 (EST)

Researching: ZAGARELLA and GALANTE from Riesi, Sicily and PATERNA and CHIANTIA from Caltanisetta would like to hear from others with these surnames or go to Genforum
P. Zagarella <pzagarella@hotmail.com>
Pa USA - Monday, December 25, 2000 at 21:08:43 (EST)

hI JOE MY DAD WAS BORN IN 1887 IN CIMINA ITALY,THEY WERE THE ONLY CASTRONOVO IN CIMINA. IWOULD LIKE TO WHERE HE CAME FROM WHERE IS FATHER WAS BORN. I ENJOY YOUR WEB \. PAGE VINCE@aol.com
VINCENZO CASTRONOVO <VINCE@AOL.COM>
TEMPE, AZ. USA - Monday, December 25, 2000 at 15:51:22 (EST)

MASCALI & GIARRE (Catania Province)--Hi, I am researching the following surnames: CONTARINO, BONANNO, SPINA, MASUMECI, and TORRISI all from Mascali and Giarre.
Laura Contarino <Lynne2630@Aol.com>
TN USA - Sunday, December 24, 2000 at 11:55:28 (EST)

Joe- all kinds of names showing up on your site, but still no LASPROGATO surnames, or any variations. The family came to Boston, Mass. They were stonemasons. The family or some of them wound up in New Jersey, Philadelphia, and Chicago. Are there any relatives out there? Please contact me. Thanks.
bob lasprogato <drmmr@optonline.net>
westport, ct USA - Wednesday, December 20, 2000 at 21:36:42 (EST)

I am sesarching the town of origin of Giovani Angotti (1862-1922) who migrated to Canada from Italy. His father I beleive was Bruno Anbgotti and died in Italy.Yhank you
Jean-Guy Simard <jgsimard@nbnet.nb.ca>
Saint-Basile, NB Canada - Monday, December 18, 2000 at 20:11:06 (EST)

Iam looking for any information on the orlandi family starting with its roots in Gagliano aterno abruzzi Italy if anyone has any info it would be greatly appreciated,thanks.
Dan Orlandi <orlandi_dan@hotmail.com>
USA - Monday, December 18, 2000 at 13:03:45 (EST)

My previous E-mail I didn't mention my Grandmother's First Name was Concetta Francese that was her Maiden Name and My Grandfather's name was Salvatore Fele.
Lennore Soldano <Lennore_Soldano>
Staten Island, NY USA - Monday, December 18, 2000 at 11:00:14 (EST)

I am trying to find relatives in Italy with the last names of Francese and Fele. Francese was my grandmother's maiden name and Fele was my grandfather's last name. They were both born in Naples Italy.
Lennore Soldano <Lennore_Soldano@DTCC.com>
Staten Island, NY USA - Monday, December 18, 2000 at 10:57:21 (EST)

Hello All, Searching for information on the genealogy of the surname del Sindaco. Don't have much to go on at this time. I do know that the del Sindaco's were from abruzzi.
Chad Sindaco <csindaco@gvsd.org>
PA USA - Sunday, December 17, 2000 at 22:03:05 (EST)

Now i have got it right.........CAELLI
Gordon <walk@moranbah.net.au>
Moranbah, Q Australia - Sunday, December 17, 2000 at 01:22:17 (EST)

re-adjust the email below. Cheers
Gordon <walk@moranbah.net.au>
USA - Sunday, December 17, 2000 at 01:18:50 (EST)

Hi Joe, Unreal guest book...looking for information on my sons great,great,grandfather and family. All i have is Pietro CAELLI , Teglio , Italy. Had two....maybe three sons who migrated to Australia. Silvestro CAELLI migrated 1914 & Abele CAELLI migrated 1921. Cheers.
Gordon <walk@moranbah.com.au>
moranbah, Q Australia - Sunday, December 17, 2000 at 01:10:46 (EST)

i live with my family here in Frankfurt/Germany My father imigrated here in 1972. he comes from napoli and i seek other Virellis in the world !
Denis Virelli <www.casinoboy01@yahoo.de>
Frankfurt, hessen Germany - Saturday, December 16, 2000 at 19:22:21 (EST)

i live with my family here in Frankfurt/Germany My father imigrated here in 1972. he comes from napoli
Denis Virelli <www.casinoboy01@yahoo.de>
Frankfurt, hessen Germany - Saturday, December 16, 2000 at 19:21:02 (EST)

Bought a box of old documents at an estate sale. It included Immigration-type documents for: Gigante Margherita born 1857 (aka Albero Bello?) Plati Rocco born 4/20/1893, imm. to US 1922 Tripodi Giuseppe born 11/3/1905, imm. to US 3/15/1934 Di Geurraro(?) Rosa (Rofa?) imm. to US 1933 Carli (Carfi?) Giovaninni(?), Linsey(?), Tiork(?), Jiork(?) born 1892, imm. to US 8/26/24, passport aka Carfi Giovanini Giuseppe (sp.?) Rita Ribera born 1857, imm. to US 1932-33. Passport & other documents. Fireant44@aol.com
Ed <Fierant44@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, December 16, 2000 at 13:03:18 (EST)

I am trying to find my family crest or coat of arms and have had no luck. Can any one help me?
Salvatore Agrusa IV <agru2@fsuimail.ferris.edu>
Big Rapids, MI USA - Thursday, December 14, 2000 at 00:40:12 (EST)

Still looking for Giambelluca and Liberti names from Valladolmo, Italy. Just needed to check in and add my new e-mail address. Thanks!!!!
Marg Webber <m8m9m9@adelphia.net>
USA - Monday, December 11, 2000 at 20:03:02 (EST)

Looking for relatives in Padula, Buenevento,
Louis Galasso <L-Galasso@home.com>
Short Hills, NJ USA - Sunday, December 10, 2000 at 15:05:39 (EST)

Desperatly trying to trace the BOGO family. Gianni (Italian) married to Juanita (aka Nita) with one daughter (at last known contact) called Michela Melanie Mia (aka Mimi - approx 18yrs old in 2000). Lived in Paris, where Michela was born, before moving to East Galbraith Road, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA, where Gianni workerd for Elbi International/Elbi of America. Sent a card in 1992 that was returned to us and we have since found out that the family may have returned to Turin, Italy. If you have any leads or information at all I would love to hear it as I'm running out of ideas where to search. THANK YOU.
Claire Williams <Claire.Williams5@btinternet.com>
England - Sunday, December 10, 2000 at 12:07:55 (EST)

Does anyone have any info on Gaccione, Gencarelli, or Capalbo's from Acri, Cosenza in the province of Calabria. Or does anyone need information on any of their ancestors in that town.
Diana <dgacc303@stjohns.edu>
Nutley, NJ USA - Sunday, December 10, 2000 at 02:46:35 (EST)

ANY INFORMATION ON ARCARO'S? PLEASE EMAIL ME, THANKS!
STEPHANIE <GREENSKY10@HOTMAIL.COM>
LAVAL, CANADA - Friday, December 08, 2000 at 00:37:30 (EST)

Well Done Joe Looking for relatives with the surname of TAURO, my ancestors of this surname originated from Lipari. They emigrated to Australia around 1880-1900
Richard Logan <rainforest@eisa.net.au>
Wollongong, NSW Australia - Thursday, December 07, 2000 at 05:19:38 (EST)

I'm look for my relatives whose was born in Italy. My Greetgrand father and his wife left in Porgorico, near Venezia and went to Brasil around 1886 theirs names are Agostino Beggiato and Rosa Schiavon, if you knows somethigs about them please contactat me
Solange Beggiato <solmezza@uol.com.br>
Londrina, Pr Brasil - Wednesday, December 06, 2000 at 19:27:14 (EST)

What distric in Guardia Lombardi are you from
Gerardo DiPaola <thechef100@hotmail.com>
St.Catharines, Ont Canada - Tuesday, December 05, 2000 at 19:43:07 (EST)

Angelo Chiodo and Francesca Covelli Chiodo emigrated from Reggio di Calabria to Pennsylvania after WWI. Anyone with information on this family, please e mail. Angelo died about 1925, leaving children Ann, Lydia John, Rose and Josephine. Francesa remarried Sebastiano Rodriequez. Thanks.
Kristine O'Grady <krisogrady@hotmail.com>
Lockport, NY USA - Sunday, December 03, 2000 at 17:31:25 (EST)

LOOKING FOR RELATIVES FROM BOLOGNA WHO MIGHT KNOW OUR LIEAGE GRANDFATHER NAME GISBERTO, GRANDMOTHER ADINA TEDESCO. GRANDFATHER HAD 2 BROTHERS I KNOW OF. ANYONE WITH INFO PLEASE E-MAIL
PASQUALE DIGIANTOMASSO <WWW.PDG235@AOL.COM>
CENTRAL ISLIP, NY USA - Sunday, December 03, 2000 at 12:52:07 (EST)

Joe this is great!! can you help me im searching the family name of **quaglio ** Porzio ** palmieri** from corzena cjordan@adelphia.net thank you for any help you may have colette
colette jordan <cjordan@adelphia.net>
waynesboro, va USA - Saturday, December 02, 2000 at 22:44:15 (EST)

hi! im trying hard to locate my brother. born in batangas phil. that he is posibly in n.y. or germany w/ panganiban william. if anyone or someone knows leading to him. please contact me at wowie@aioros.ocn.ne.jp thanks a lot
EMMIE <wowie@aioros.ocn.ne.jp>
japan, Japan - Saturday, December 02, 2000 at 20:42:09 (EST)

I am looking for the ancestors of Giuseppe (CALLOR)CATONA born 11 December 1885 in Melito, Porto Salvo, Reggio Calabria, Italy. Also, Luisa Antonietta Giuseppina MARCHESE born 13 June 1890 in San Vincenzo, Lacosta, Cosenza, Italy. Please help!!!!!!
Bambi Johnson <jfamily@castlenet.com>
East Carbon, UT USA - Saturday, December 02, 2000 at 15:19:53 (EST)

GATTINARA, prov. Vercelli...ZANAZZO, PETTERINO, CREVOLA, MAZZOLA, FACCIOTTI, FERRO, GALLETTI, SELLA, BERTOLETTI, ZENO...families, came to US, settled in MASS. ZOPPé di Cadore: SIMONETTI, LIVAN, BORTOLOT families...came to US, settled in MASS and NJ... Great site JOE! thanks
patty kenny <patty_27@bellsouth.net>
orlando, fl USA - Friday, December 01, 2000 at 22:39:04 (EST)

HI I AM LOOKING FOR SOME PENPALS PREFERABLY BOYS AGED 13-14 CE YA KELLY
Kelly <kelzer0@tinyworld.co.uk>
Aberdeen , UK Scotland - Friday, December 01, 2000 at 13:15:15 (EST)

Doing research on the Morgia's from Sgurgola, Italy. Also on Giampietro, from Ortucchio, and DeGasperis from Trasacco.
Nicholas P Morgan <npmorgia@yahoo.com>
Home, pa USA - Friday, December 01, 2000 at 08:19:06 (EST)

Saluti, io sono Gary, italo-americano con sede a Boston, calabrese da mio padre ("Presta" originalmente) e siciliano dalla madre ("Correnti" e "Zagarella," originalmente da Riesi). Sarei lieto di comunicare con qualsiasi persona che abbia le informazioni ulteriori sulle radici e sulla storia di mia famiglia, sia dentro che fuori d'Italia. Grazie! *** Hi, I'm Gary, an Italian-American living in Boston, Calabrese on my father's side (originally "Presto") and Sicilian on my mother's ("Correnti" and "Zagarella," originally from Riesi). I'd be glad to communicate with anyone having further information about my family's roots and history, both within and outside of Italy. Thanks!
Gary Presto <gjprest@attglobal.net>
Revere, MA USA - Thursday, November 30, 2000 at 10:43:01 (EST)

HELLO, I AM SEARCHING FOR ANCESTORS OR RELATIVES OF, GIUSEPPE (JOSE) MOLINI OR MOLINE, MARRIED JERONIMA DUKE IN CASOLINE GENOVA ITALY. A BORN SON LUIGI (LOUIS) D. MOLINI OR MOLINE BORN 1853. IT IS UNDERSTOOD FROM FAMILY MEMBERS A BROTHER TRAVELED TO NEW YORK AND LOUIS TRAVELED TO MEXICO THEN RESIDED IN TEXAS. IF YOU CAN HELP PLEASE WRITE ME...THANK YOU.
L RODRIGUEZ <EPUL@EUDORAMAIL.COM>
TX USA - Wednesday, November 29, 2000 at 11:33:17 (EST)

Joe great site. You are providinga a much needed service. Attempting to trace my roots. Would appreciate information on the Groppi family who settled in around the Paterson, NJ area about 1910-1915. There were four sons and two daughters
Vincent Groppi <HardingDr6@aol.com>
Berkeley Heights, NJ USA - Tuesday, November 28, 2000 at 20:08:27 (EST)

Soy descendiente (NIETA) de Alberto MARTIN nacido el 26.12.1904 en Dignema UDINE, ITALIA, hijo de GIUSEPPE MARTIN y de IDA RIVA (u otro apellido). Quisiera conectarme con la familia de mi tatarabuelo Sería una gran alegría para mí.
CLAUDIA ISABEL MARTIN <claudiaimartin@hotmail.com.ar>
Rosario, Santa Fe ARGENTINA - Tuesday, November 28, 2000 at 18:13:33 (EST)

Hi. Joe! Great site! Researching family names : Pingitore (Cosenza) and D'Amico (Abruzzi Region).....
Nadia <stanbury@home.com>
- Tuesday, November 28, 2000 at 15:52:00 (EST)

My grandmother, Angela Lina FAVA, was born in Torino in 1900, to Maria MENSO (I think) and Giuseppe FAVA. I'm trying to find a record of her birth or christening and her parents' civil or church registration. Thank you. Gary.
Gary Sheppard <gsheppar@doh.state.ut.us>
Salt Lake City, UT USA - Tuesday, November 28, 2000 at 12:58:40 (EST)

My grandparents were born in Tricarico, Italy. My grandmother's maiden name was Maria Dell'Aquila a daughter of Pancrazio and Dommenica Baranzara Dell'Aquila. My grandfather's name was Rocco Soldo. A son of Pasquale and Rosa Lombardi Soldo. Any information about either side would be greatly appreciated. I have traced my grandfather's side back some, but don't have any information on grandmother's.
Terri Soldo <Tsoldo@aol.com>
East Palestine, OH USA - Monday, November 27, 2000 at 21:33:43 (EST)

Estoy tratando de buscar informacion y/o algun pariente descendiente de BATTISTA SPERONI, nacido en LONATECEPPINO provincia de VARESE el 11/02/1889, hijo de Antonio Speroni y analia Digiorgi, por favor contactarse gracias
Nicolas Speroni <nsperoni@hotmail.com>
BsAs, Argentina - Monday, November 27, 2000 at 18:17:15 (EST)

Please forgive the spelling on the names, but I'm looking for any Conerini con-or-ini (possibily with a K?) or Manzetti(Menzetti) family members. All I know is they were born in Sicily somewhere. My Grandfathers name was David Koelsch (Kelch) and My grandmother was Marie Koelsch (Kelch). The spelling could have been changed when they imigrated to the USA. The last place they lived was Santa Barbara, California. Both are gone but never forgotten. My Aunt Yolanda Menzetti has since past on as well, but I would like to know more about my family history.
Linda Kelch <linda@sbrha.org>
Santa Barbara, CA USA - Monday, November 27, 2000 at 17:10:16 (EST)

Hi Joe,I am searching for roots to Messina or Palermo, Sicily. My family came to Gli Stati Uniti (Youngstown, Ohio)in the 20-30's- are there any LoGuidice, D'Amico, Palamara, or Bertinos who may have this connection?? We were recently told some of our decendents were related to royalty in Sicily. Thanks!!
Lorraine D'Amico <rainmaria@hotmail.com>
Los Angeles, CA USA - Monday, November 27, 2000 at 01:31:03 (EST)

Mother's name was Francesca Longo her father name was Vincenzo Longo they lived in Lecce ,Italy in the late 1800's , brother name was Ricardo Longo and Giuseppe and Vicenzio also a sister name unknown . any info about this family would be appreciated thank you
Joseph Pirroni <hamop@gis.net>
Gloucester, Ma. USA - Monday, November 27, 2000 at 00:33:23 (EST)

My nonno & NONNA are campisi's and so is my mum.
sarah <mnsull@hotmail.com>
melb, vic Aus. - Sunday, November 26, 2000 at 20:06:41 (EST)

My grandfather's last name was Capuri and his grandmother was named Lupita Capuri she came from Rome and I would like to know the background of the last name PLS If some one knows something pls e-mail me back IO PARLO UN PO'DI ITALIANO.11/25/00
Suzanne <gabriellife@hotmail.com>
USA - Saturday, November 25, 2000 at 22:22:50 (EST)

Hi !!!!!!!!!! I just wanted to say if there are any other Picillo's out there email me Thanks, Dustin Picillo
Dustin <tpicillo@earthlink.net>
Madison, NJ USA - Saturday, November 25, 2000 at 18:33:36 (EST)

I am finding my lost relatives in USA. I have this information: DOMINIK COVELLI born in Pittsburgh USA, in 1907, son of GIUSEPPE COVELLI (italian) and DOMENICA RINALDI (Italian) both they from city of Noepoli, Provincia di Potenza, Reggione Basilicata. Dominik had one brother: Vincent or VINCENZO born i USA, and a sister MARIA, born in USA too. Please, I need contact with their sons or daughter. Here in Argentina lives their sister CRISTINA COVELLI, an old woman that wants to know notice about her lost relatives. If someone have notice of them , please contact to me
MONICA FUCCI <mfucci@ciudad.com.ar>
Banfield, Buenos Aires, argentina - Saturday, November 25, 2000 at 18:21:09 (EST)

Any information about Delmonico's from Campobasso? I believe they came to the US in 1895
Delmonico <joeldelmonico@clearchannel.com>
Syracuse, NY USA - Saturday, November 25, 2000 at 15:30:16 (EST)

I am looking for any information on the surname, BEMI, in the following regions;- Lombardia, Liguria, Toscana and Sicilia. My husband is the 3rd. great-grandson of a Peter Bemi, born about 1770.
Jan Crane <craneje@cyberinternet.com.au>
USA - Friday, November 24, 2000 at 16:57:08 (EST)

PESCE AND MONTORO surnames, I'm in great need of information. Cosenza Italy. San Fili and Fiumefreddo Br. Also if anyone knows how to get e-mail addresses for anyone in these two towns please contact me, please please. Thanks, Adriana Montoro
adriana montoro <cmadeline@idirect.com>
toronto, on canada - Friday, November 24, 2000 at 14:21:42 (EST)

I am searching ancestors of Giovanno Angotti who came from Italy in the late 1800. He married Denise St-Onge a french canadian girl in St-Jacques NB. His father might be Bruno and he may have come from Parenti Cosenzo. thank tou
Jean-Guy Simard <jgsimard@nbnet.nb.ca>
Saint-Basile, NB Canada - Wednesday, November 22, 2000 at 19:45:33 (EST)

Recently I had this conversetion with an italian guy who told me that my last name is from Italy. If somebody know something about this please reply to my e-mail.
Ovidio Graniela <ovy12@yahoo.com>
Mayaguez, PR USA - Wednesday, November 22, 2000 at 10:47:23 (EST)

Looking for information on my grandparents, Paul Teta born 1885 in Candale Foggia Italy and Elizabeth Gioseffi my grandmother, born 1888 also in Candale. They migrated to the U.S. in the early 1900s, my grandfather was a shoemaker and had a brother Rocco. If anyone has any information on them it would be greatly appreciated. Thank You!
Derrick Teta <BumpBen27@aol.com>
Schenectady, N.Y. USA - Saturday, November 18, 2000 at 01:18:18 (EST)

Looking for surnames Porcello and Mazzola from Gratteri and Cassara, Didio, Marquise from Caropepe. Thanks!
Carol Cassara <ccassara@aol.com>
San Jose, CA USA - Friday, November 17, 2000 at 22:06:04 (EST)

Looking for info on Surnames Ventre and Grenga from Sonnino,Latina Italy.
Jeannie Ventre <jventre@aiusa.com>
Syracuse, NY USA - Friday, November 17, 2000 at 20:31:12 (EST)

GRISPINO-CALABRIA, COSENZA I am looking for any info on anyon ewith the last name **GRISPINO** My grewat grandparents came from Cosenza Italy in the 1900's and I am looking for family in Italy!
Alicia GRISPINO <leeshajoy@yahoo.com>
FL USA - Wednesday, November 15, 2000 at 01:32:12 (EST)

Great site! I haven't gotten to spend much time here yet, but I will. Thanks for putting this together. Joey
Joey Fatone Jr. <jhammer88@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA - Tuesday, November 14, 2000 at 19:57:09 (EST)

Hi, This is a nice genealogy web site! I noticed some people's ancestors were from Termini Imerese, Sicily. My father's family (Geraci/Marcellino) is from there also. I would strongly encourage anyone with relatives from Termini to take a look at the following web site (if you haven't already): http://www.termini-imerese.org/ This is a web site all about Termini Imerese genealogy and heritage/culture. There is a great surname database and also an email mailing list with over 100+ other people researching family from Termini. It's free and we're always looking for more people who might know something about this topic or have something to add (even if it's a good canolli recipe!). Please join us! Ken Geraci
Ken Geraci <ken.geraci@cw1.com>
Austin, TX USA - Tuesday, November 14, 2000 at 01:24:37 (EST)

HI MY NAME IS MARLON THIELO. I'M TRYING TO FIND THE HISTORY OF MY NAME (THIELO) AND THE TREE FAMILY FROM ITALY AND ON. PLEASE WRITH ME BACK WITH SOME WEB SITES THAT CAN HELP ME . THANK YOU
MARLON THIELO <THIELOM@YAHOO.COM.BR>
LYNN, MA USA - Saturday, November 11, 2000 at 17:43:09 (EST)

I am currently taking a minority class at the college I am attending and am trying to gather genealogy information to produce a report on how my family originated her in the U.S. My mothers maiden last name is Schaner and all I know about her mother is that she was from Scically. I do have a great aunt and uncle from my mothers side whom are uncle Peter and aunt Ceilia Spoon from the town of Milton, Massachusetts. The two of them were part of the first Generation of Italians within my family to migrate to the U.S. I will try to get some more information that might help you with more specific names of those who were first generation.
Scott Cara Clements <sncclement@aol.com>
Holbrook, MA USA - Saturday, November 11, 2000 at 01:12:18 (EST)

I think I may have relatives in Benevento. The last name would be Cangiano, and I know at one time they owned a jewelry store in Benevento. ?????
Sandi Cangiano <s_cangiano@conknet.com>
Hillsboro, NH USA - Friday, November 10, 2000 at 18:42:55 (EST)

I AM ALSO LOOKING FOR information or lrelatives of TIDONA FRANCESCO born inf VITORIA, sicilia who traveled to Argentina early century XX
Nicolas Speroni <nsperoni@hotmail.com>
Argentina - Thursday, November 09, 2000 at 19:59:54 (EST)

Iam triying to find information or relatives of Josefa Arezzi born about 1900 in Siracuse or Raguza.
Nicolas Speroni <nsperoni@hotmail.com>
Argentina - Thursday, November 09, 2000 at 19:50:43 (EST)

I am the granddaughter of Urbano and Antionette Coia. I have very little information about them and would like to contact anyone I may be related to. They came from Italy to Philadelphia, Pa in the early 1900's. They had 6 sons, Henry,Sam,George,Salvatore (John), Bruno and Alfred (my father). All of these brothers have crossed over now and my sister,brother and myself need to connect with our family. My grandmothers maiden name was Rosselli. Her father's name was Luigi. Please contact me if you know my family at coiakids@yahoo.com..Thanks!
Trisha Coia Hogan <coiakids@yahoo.com>
Altanta, GA USA - Thursday, November 09, 2000 at 02:20:24 (EST)

I'am interrested in information about my grandfather's family who has gone abroad ( to N.Y ) at the beginning of the last centuary (1910 ?). My grandfather ( Giuseppe Faro ) stayed in Trecastagni ( Catania, Sicily ) at his aunt's, because he was to young to travel by ship. There were several brothers and sisters and I've heard that in the beginning there has been some contact by letters.
Faro Angela <robbruin@planet.nl>
Warmenhuizen, Holland (Europe) - Wednesday, November 08, 2000 at 14:35:51 (EST)

I looking to find any information at all on the names MARCHIONDA, or SANTEUFEMIO. Any information at all would be appreciated. Feel free to e-mail me!! Thank you!!
S Marchionda <bella_032@yahoo.com>
PA USA - Wednesday, November 08, 2000 at 03:18:35 (EST)

io sono italo-argentino; il mio bisnonno Pietro Poli, nado alla Rocca di Borgo a Mozzano nel 3 di febbraio del 1858 e morto all'Argentina. Tante famiglie al Borgo a Mozzano come amici, il sindaco Brunini, l' amico Remo Garibaldi... Piacere
Carlos Federico POLI <cfpoli@iol.it>
Quilmes, BA Argentina - Friday, November 03, 2000 at 10:33:33 (EST)

I have been looking for info on my ancestors from Castelcivitta, Salerno Province, Italy. Surname is Marra. I believe they came to US between the years 1890 and 1900. My greatgrandparents were Philip and Teresa Marra and they settled in Watertown, NY with their 4 sons: Joseph, Peter, James and my grandfather Frank (Horatio or Orazio). I have found info on my grandfather and his brothers through Watertown cemetary records, but have been unable to find anything on greatgrandparents, such as dates of death or burial place. I know there are still Marras in Watertown, but I'm not sure which ones, if any, are related. Anyone out there doing similar research??? Please e-mail me. Thanks!
Steve Marra <smm1@car-eng.com>
Rochester, NY USA - Friday, November 03, 2000 at 09:11:34 (EST)

My second name is Roncone and I was just wondering if anyone is aware of any Roncones in Scotland,
Michael Roncone <cone70@yahoo.co.uk>
DUNDEE, UK UK - Thursday, November 02, 2000 at 14:40:41 (EST)

nice layout. keep the site UP!. thanks, moKOo
water filters reverse osmosis giardia books <mkohn@ureach.com>
USA - Thursday, November 02, 2000 at 13:40:06 (EST)

Vincent Verna from Bari, Italy I'm trying to trace my roots from Bari Italy to Ellis island, to the Bronx, NY in the area of Gunhill Rd; Tildun Ave. and 214 St. My Grand Father VINCENT VERNA was a painter of bridges in NYC. His wife, my grand mother Filomina Verna (Vendetta was her maiden name) She was born in the USA about 1895. She had three children, (Carmine Sr. born 1916) Rose and Gabe.
Carmine Verna Jr. <vernverna@hotmail.com>
Ridgefield, CT USA - Tuesday, October 31, 2000 at 10:29:15 (EST)

I'm looking for information about the DALTOS from TEGGIANO, the CUIFFOS and PELLEGRINOS from SANZA. My Grandmother, Rafaella Dalto, was married to Cono Russo at the Church of Saint Cono in Teggiano in approximately the 1890's. My grandfater came to NY City around 1900 and was drafted into WWI. My father, Michael Pellegrino, came to NYC at age five in 1913 with his sister, Mary, who was about 8 at the time. My father's mother, Angela Pellegrino, died in Sanza just before the children were sent for by her husband Biaggio. Does anyone have any information about imigration records, ships, etc. in NYC at that time? Any info about researching relatives in Sanza or Teggiano? Thanks so much.
Linda Pautz <lpautz@nc.rr.com>
Cary, NC USA - Tuesday, October 31, 2000 at 09:23:42 (EST)

Anyone know any Italians with the surname "Zona?" I've been told that there are many Zonas in Napoli, but I'm not sure if the name is actually Italian in origin, and I'm trying to trace its roots. Try www.freetranslation.com!
John Zona <kingzona@hotmail.com>
USA - Tuesday, October 31, 2000 at 00:32:11 (EST)

Hi Joe, Just love visiting your site, I come back to it every so often, it gives me a chance to catch up on all the postings, that I have missed, I am glad to see that you wait awhile before changing the postings. Joe I am trying to find a site that will translate from English to Calabrase, my family is from Castrovillari Cosenza Calabria. They had asked that I email in italian, so I had all my emails translated to italian before sending them, but the family there say they can not understand the translated emails in that kind of italian, can you help. Thanks cindy
Cindy Rizzo <bella3942@hotmail.com>
Niagara Falls, ny USA - Sunday, October 29, 2000 at 10:31:10 (EST)

Looking for Caci and Messina info. Both from Sicily. I know there are still Caci's in Italy, not sure where. I know that both by Mama & Papa had many siblings, some of whom stayed in Sicily. Any connections would be welcomed. Michelle
Michelle <michcaci@yahoo.com>
Seneca Falls, NY USA - Sunday, October 29, 2000 at 00:16:39 (EDT)

I am looking for relatives of my great grandfather. His name was Bartolomeo Repetti Traverso, he lived in Busalla, Semino, province of Genova, Italy. I would be happy if I get to know any of my old relatives from Italy.
Nancy Repetto <nrepetto@edenor.com>
Arg. - Friday, October 27, 2000 at 17:16:48 (EDT)

I am looking for relatives of my grand grandfather. His name was Bartolomeo Repetti Traverso, he lived in Busalla, Semino, province of Genova, Italy. I would be happy if I get to know any of my old relatives from Italy.
Nancy Repetto <nrepetto@edenor.com>
Buenos Aires, Argentina - Friday, October 27, 2000 at 17:13:15 (EDT)

I am looking for anyone with the surname LUCERA. I migrated to Australia March 1975 with my parents. I have family still in Sicilia, Palermo but if there is anyone else please contact me as l am trying to do my family tree or any information on LUCERA.
Liborio Lucera <liborio@tpg.com.au>
Melbourne, Vic Australia - Friday, October 27, 2000 at 09:45:38 (EDT)

Excuse me, but I just signed the guest book but forgot to put the addresses of my two webpages as I mentioned the first time. They are >community.webtv.net/marifran/doccommunity.webtv.net/marifran/Abbatamarco<
Mary S <marifran@webtv.net>
Alsip, IL USA - Thursday, October 26, 2000 at 19:24:10 (EDT)

TRACING MY TWO FAMILY SURNAMES: D'ANTUONO AND ABBATAMARCO. PLEASE GO TO MY PAGES & IF ANYTHING THERE LOOKS FAMILY OR FAMILIAR, I'D LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU.
Mary S <marifran@webtv.net>
Alsip, IL USA - Thursday, October 26, 2000 at 19:18:13 (EDT)

Looking for ancestors that may originate in Italy. Mathurin Campagna married Jacquette Sieure and lived in St Christopher or Angoulin in France around 1660. 2 of their sons came to Canada in 1663. Mathurin Campagna may have originally from Italy. Any ideas on how to pursue this??? Thanks! Don Campagna
Don Campagna <tn.banker@gateway.net>
Memphis, TN USA - Monday, October 23, 2000 at 21:26:39 (EDT)

I am looking for info on my great grandparents from Castellammare, Sicily. They were Luca Gervase(i) and Rosa DiLorenzo(Maiden). They came to Ellis Island, NY in 1914. Their son(My grandfather) was Erasmo Gervase(b. 1912, d. 1996). Any help would be appreciated.
Ron Gervase <r.gervase@att.net>
USA - Sunday, October 22, 2000 at 23:12:57 (EDT)

quisiera contactarme con personas de apellido D'Amico que vivan en Polla (Napoles) Italia.Soy nieto de Luis D'Amico y Vicenta Calvino
Luis Pablo D'Amico <xlpd@alumbrera.com.ar>
Buenos Aires, Argentina - Sunday, October 22, 2000 at 17:11:45 (EDT)

WHERE DO I WRITE TO FIND A BIRTH CERTIFICATE OF MY GREAT GRANDFATHER GIUSEPPE PERCIABOSCO, BORN IN OLIVETO CITRA, OCTOBER 14, 1856.
Joe Unbehaun <unbehaun@win.bright.net>
Saint Croix Falls, WI USA - Sunday, October 22, 2000 at 13:09:28 (EDT)

Great Site!!! I am trying to locate info on my great grandparents. Julius Giambelluca and Rosa Liberti. We know grandpa came over late 1800's to early 1900's. We're not sure of Gram. Grandpa was from Valledolmo, Italy and came to New York to settle. Need to find info to trace possible family still in Italy. Thank you.
Marg Webber <m8m9@aol.com>
Buffalo, NY USA - Saturday, October 21, 2000 at 15:07:21 (EDT)

hOW DO I USE THIS SITE TO BENIFIT ME? I NEED YOUR HELP FOR A SCHOOL PROJECT! i NEED TO FIND OUT WHERE MY DAD IS FROM ON THE INTERNET? CAN I FIND THIS INFORMATION ON YOUR SITE.
Ashley <superchic39@hotmail.com>
fopgveb, MI USA - Friday, October 20, 2000 at 07:47:52 (EDT)

Hi everyone, I'm beginning my research on my family's heritage. I'm looking for anyone who is related to Marie Josephine & Gatano D'Angelo. They are my great grandparents from Potenza. My grandfather and his siblings where born in Latronico in 1892. His brothers and sisters are Gatano II, Biagio (grandfather), Nicholas, & Carmela. I believe that Gatano had two children who still live in that area, Marie & Egidio. If anyone has any information please e-mail me. I'm planning a trip to Italy next year and would love to visit my relatives as well as put together a family tree for my new nephew. Thanks so much.
Kijana Robinson <kiki.robinson@choicepointinc.com>
St. Pete Beach, FL USA - Thursday, October 19, 2000 at 12:19:37 (EDT)

who was looking about my surname ???? please answer me... tahnk's
Fernanda Goes Giovenazzi <giovenaz@sercomtel.com.br>
londrina, pr brasil - Thursday, October 19, 2000 at 10:16:46 (EDT)

I am looking for information on relatives in Vastogirardi Italy.My Grandfather's name is Dominic Antonelli My Grandmother's name is Lucia Dianna.
Tony Antonelli <aaantonelli@haywardbaker.com>
Pasadena, Md USA - Thursday, October 19, 2000 at 07:57:21 (EDT)

looking for any info on my dads name Lipari and or my moms madin name Turfi. thanks in advance.
John Francis Lipari <harleyus@zoomnet.net>
Piketon, oh USA - Thursday, October 19, 2000 at 01:37:02 (EDT)

if you can't see the banner then go to http://hackerz.ws for all your black market hush hush dead baby selling, trading, buying needs.
bad guy <hate@hackerz.ws>
their, fl USA - Tuesday, October 17, 2000 at 17:59:18 (EDT)

Looking for any information about PAGANO FAMILY in Argentina or near Genova city (Moneglia?). We are descendents of Sebastian Pagano and Pedro Pagano, his son.
Juan Jose Pagano <npagano@trebol.dataco16.com.ar>
Maria Susana, Santa Fe Argentina - Monday, October 16, 2000 at 14:03:17 (EDT)

this ones for you joe as part of the Fusciardis Sn Andrea/ casalattico i have photos of Grandad Angelo and grandad Luigi to share as well as village photos dating back 30-60 years... interested?
Ed Forte <basforte@aol.com>
teignmouth, uk - Saturday, October 14, 2000 at 13:02:18 (EDT)

DOES ANYONE HAVE ANY INFORMATION ON THE "ROSSI" FAMILY. I'M PRETTY SURE THAT THEY ARE FROM FORNELLI, ITALY. PLEASE E-MAIL ME SOON. THANX. ~NICOLE
NICOLE ROSSI <Nicole9314@aol.com>
WARWICK, RI USA - Friday, October 13, 2000 at 22:22:07 (EDT)

PEDRESCHI, please, I forgot to add that My Grandfathers name was HUMBERTO JUAQUIN PEDRESCHI (I may have spelled that middle name wrong.) He married into the Iglesias family in South America. If there are PEDRESCHI'S in Italy who know of this last name I sure would like some back ground. Thanks again.
Gina Pedreschi <Rhe_Essenmacher@yahoo.com>
New London, OH USA - Friday, October 13, 2000 at 16:52:37 (EDT)

PEDRESCHI, please, I forgot to add that My Grandfathers name was HUMBERTO JUAQUIN PEDRESCHI (I may have spelled that middle name wrong.) He married into the Iglesias family in South America. If there are PEDRESCHI'S in Italy who know of this last name I sure would like some back ground. Thanks again.
Gina Pedreschi <Rhe_Essenmache@yahoo.com>
New London, OH USA - Friday, October 13, 2000 at 16:52:28 (EDT)

I am looking for info about my family. My grandfather Dominic Dicero died in Guam. He had a brother Joe and a sister Phyllis. I believe they lived in Connecticut or Florida. I believe the last name was altered from Di Cero to Dicero. Any one with any knowledge of the name or relatives with the name please E-mail me.
Marnette Dicero <Skette19@aol.com>
NE USA - Thursday, October 12, 2000 at 20:57:39 (EDT)

PEDRESCHI please, originated in Italy somewhere. Possibly in TRIESTE or in NIZZA. My grandfather was orphaned in youth, (who I believe also had a brother). At somepoint in his life he was transported to Antofaghasta/Santiago Chile, South America. How, when, why, with who is unknown. From there, he had a son and 2 daughters, all which presently reside in the states. His Brother married, bore many sons of which moved to Panama where many Pedreschi's are now growing. Like to find the PEDRESCHI'S who know of there relatives making it to South America.
Gina Pedreschi <Rhe_Essenmacher>
New London, OH USA - Thursday, October 12, 2000 at 17:27:28 (EDT)

researching fanily from molochio, reggio calabria. names raco, macri, matalone. emigrated from italy around 1905, and 1907, settled in new york. would love to hear from anyone that may have information. thank you.
shirley didomenico <aunts36@go.com>
pittsburgh, pa USA - Thursday, October 12, 2000 at 11:25:08 (EDT)

Researching GALLUCCI of Faeta, Faggio, Region of Puglia, Italy and Gaeto, Luzio, Italy. I would like birthdates of the following people, or perhaps tell me how I can obtain the 1891 census of these areas. Family of STEFANO ERCOLE GALLUCCI(pharmanist)born about 1855 married ANGIOLINA BENEDETTO. they had nine children, only one of which I have a birthdate. They are:EUGENIO,ELISA born 1881, ETTORE (priest),EDUARDO,ERSILIA(nun),ERMINTA,ELVIRA, ELEODORO,male unknown, received a silver medal ww-1. STEFANO ERCOLE GALLUCCI had three brothers and one sister. ROCCO,LUIGI,ERNESTO, and TERESA. Would like any information on this family, they came from Avezzano,L'Aguila,Abbruzzi,Italy. FRANKO LOLLI born April 18,1882, emigrated 1907 and his spouse MARGHERITA PARIS born April 16, 1885. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Donna X. Knowles <halxena@msn.com>
North Hills, CA USA - Thursday, October 12, 2000 at 01:07:22 (EDT)

LOOKING FOR ANY VIRELLI'S
Michael Virelli <mjvirelli2HOTMAIL.COM>
USA - Wednesday, October 11, 2000 at 18:40:56 (EDT)

looking for info on the assunto family from pantelleria district of trapani ggfather found as infant 1844 by giovanni lo pinto acting mayor given name giacinto assunto need help
john assunto111 <jassunto111@aol.com>
longview, tx USA - Tuesday, October 10, 2000 at 22:00:43 (EDT)

I am looking for any info on my grandfather Salvatore Panzini,born 12/6/1877 in Caraffa-Catenza Italy. He married Marie Frances Nigor in Marion Heights, Pa. on 4/20/1911. They had eleven children.Any one w/any info would appreciate your sharing. Thanks.
LOUISE D. CASCIA
USA - Tuesday, October 10, 2000 at 21:23:08 (EDT)

anyone with information on family name MORLACHETTA...PLEASE CONTACT..thank you
Eilena Luzzi <ecurio@webtv.net>
Gibbstown, NJ USA - Tuesday, October 10, 2000 at 20:24:59 (EDT)

I signed in in 2000, but these are all old, & mine is lost! When will you regroup & update this site? There are many repeats that need to be eliminated.
Roberta Bratti <rbratti@capecod.net>
Hyannis, MA USA - Monday, October 09, 2000 at 19:00:16 (EDT)

My Great Great Grandfather Pietro Bortolan was born in Treviso in 1805. He had 5 sons. Domenico b. 1838, Antonio b 1840, Silvestro b. 1844, Guiseppe b 1947 and my great grandfather Napoleone b. 1853 - all in Treviso. Looking for information on Pietro and the first 4 sons.
Peter r. bortolan <bortolan@msn.com>
South Windsor, CT USA - Monday, October 09, 2000 at 14:53:34 (EDT)

Dear Joe: tried emailing a few people on your page butthe mail was undeliverable. Wanted to sent some helpful info to CROCE and SALADIN. IF they see this I hope they will contact e. TO: CROCE in Gibbstown, NJ there are a number of people with that name. owned farmland when they came here. Many CROCE still reside here. we are very close to Phila. TO: SALADIN yourgrandfather's name is a lot like ours, contact me and I will share all the info that I have gathered. thank you...........EILENA LUZZI
EILENA LUZZI <ecurio@webtv.net>
GIBBSTOWN, NJ USA - Friday, October 06, 2000 at 21:25:08 (EDT)

In Italy until late Oct. (2000) Would love to see if any relatives still live in Vastogirardi! I understand there may be a Nicoletta or Leopolda there. My great-grandfather came over when he was 18 and my great-grandmother at two. There names were Nicolas and Josephine and I believe there use to be an a in Libertore - Liberatore. If you have any info, please email me. Thanks!
Victoria Libertore <howlingvic(at)yahoo.com>
New York, NY USA - Friday, October 06, 2000 at 06:16:14 (EDT)

Paternal grandfather was Francesco Salladini aka Salladino (on old railroad employment records) Paternal grandmother was Candida D'Emilio from Rosato degli Abruzzi..I have already connected with relatives on my grandmother's side but I'm having difficulty connecting with the Salladini's. Any help is appreciated.
Eilena (Salladini) Luzzi <ecurio@webtv.net>
Gibbbstown, NJ USA - Thursday, October 05, 2000 at 20:55:02 (EDT)

Looking for information on MARCUCCI family. Lived in FAENZA,about 1800? GAOLO MARCUCCI was mayor of the town. DOMENICO ROLANDO MARCUCCI settled in DEVON, ENGLAND, married to ELVIRA MARCUCCI,formerly ROSSI. Their son, ANDREA TOMMASO MARCUCCI was born in Kingskerwell, Devon on 26.10.1892.Second son, DOMENICO LUIGI MARCUCCI taught pottery in Torquay. Daughter, TERASINA COLUMBA MARCUCCI, born 1895. Domenico had a son, HERBERT ANDREA MARCUCCI, born 17.5.1929, married in 1951... from there we know the rest! Any information on the Faenza family would be much appreciated.
Jo Marcucci <jomarcucci@supadooper.com>
Norwich, England - Thursday, October 05, 2000 at 17:10:56 (EDT)

Visit my website to learn about a common myth surrounding Italian origins: http://www.geocities.com/racial_myths/italians.html
Racial Myths
USA - Wednesday, October 04, 2000 at 02:55:44 (EDT)

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Racial Myths
USA - Wednesday, October 04, 2000 at 02:54:03 (EDT)

Looking for information on the last names: Larcinese, DeGregorio, and Troilo from Gessopalena, Chieti-
Matthew Larcinese <Gessopalena@aol.com>
West Bloomfield, mi USA - Tuesday, October 03, 2000 at 12:49:01 (EDT)

My grandfather was one of five (Victor, Antonio, Pete, John, Angelo, Eleanor)Stagnaro from Castello Carro, La Spezia. My great grandparents (Andrea & Assunta Nave) came to SF area 1915. Any info
julie <jquanz@hotmail.com>
sunnyvale, ca USA - Monday, October 02, 2000 at 20:16:22 (EDT)

I'm searching info about Davini surname and the collected genealogical data are in the site http://web.tiscalinet.it/gen_davini/page01.html Can somebody help me? Regards Enrico Davini, Italy
Enrico Davini <e.davini@tiscalinet.it>
monterotondo, ITALY - Sunday, October 01, 2000 at 10:13:41 (EDT)

Looking for any information on Stefano Cusimano, from Palermo, Italy.
Esther Cusimano <bonniev@delanet.com>
Charlestown, MD USA - Sunday, October 01, 2000 at 09:41:11 (EDT)

Does any one know my uncle ANTONIO GIANNETTI, born in TERRACINA LAZIO, who migrated to Argentina {Mar Del Plata}about 1920? Please let me know if i have any cousins in ARGENTINA. Tanks Joe.
GIANNETTI GIULIO CESARE <gcgiannetti@optusnet.com.au>
narre warren, Vic. Australia - Friday, September 29, 2000 at 00:37:46 (EDT)

This site is a wonderful resource. I have just begun to search out my family and am amazed at the numbers of people out there doing the same and eager to help others. I am searching for my father's family from Modica in Sicily: DINATALE and GIRASA. Also searching mother's family from Naples and Casserta: SAGLIANO and PICCIRRILO.
Cathie DeNatale Harrington <cathiedh4@aol.com>
Brewster, NY USA - Thursday, September 28, 2000 at 21:47:30 (EDT)

Hello, someone know the family LOMBARDO that live in Wickliffe (OHIO)? I'm looking to find FRANK.
Graziano <gmarcat@inwind.it>
CEGGIA (VENEZIA), ITALY - Tuesday, September 26, 2000 at 12:01:47 (EDT)

Voy a ser breve. Mis bisabuelos Paternos (ambos)vinieron a la Argentina desde Italia a principios de siglo. El apellido de uno de ellos es el mio, Panelli, y el del otro era Seccini. Este último vino de Udine. Si alguien sabe algo...
Alejandro Panelli <alejandropanelli@hotmail.com>
San Nicolás, Argentina - Monday, September 25, 2000 at 22:15:01 (EDT)

Surname Ursano. We came to Canada in 1951. I know that there are a few URSANOs in the USA and about 57 spread out all over Italy. Would love to hear from anyone who is or knows a URSANO anywhere else in the world. Joe
Joe Ursano <Ursano@canada.com>
Bracebridge, ON Canada - Sunday, September 24, 2000 at 09:16:12 (EDT)

Looking for info on my grandma Maria Rosario Fortunato married Dick Bova had two dtr's Mary who married a Ricci & Theresa who was given up for adoption.They lived in S.Phila,Pa. at that time She later married Angelo Serafina Morasco of Germantown,Phila.Pa.
Rose <meme2000@terragon.com>
USA - Saturday, September 23, 2000 at 12:07:13 (EDT)

Researching my paternal family tree, The GROPPI family came to United States around 1912 settled in the Paterson, NJ area. Four sons, Alessandro, Victor, Emile and Mario worked in the silk. There were also two sisters
Vincent <Burmavet2@aol.com>
Berkeley Height, NJ USA - Friday, September 22, 2000 at 20:22:06 (EDT)

i am wondering if "Certeza" is an italian surname my great-grandfather is from the philippines and my granfather says that the ancestors of our last name are from spain and italy, although i have not found anyone else with this last name if you have seen this last name before or you can help me out, please do!
justine <jctine@hotmail.com>
ca USA - Friday, September 22, 2000 at 13:17:02 (EDT)

Very nice site.
Carol <gloriosa@azstarnet.com>
Tucson, AZ USA - Wednesday, September 20, 2000 at 22:13:12 (EDT)

I am searching for information on my grandfather - Antonio Capolingua. I know he came to the US in the 20's from a town in Sicily called Capo D'Orlando. I have found relatives there but the could not tell me much (some of the problem is caused by the language barrier). I also found Capolingua's in Australia but they couldn't tell me much of the family history. Any information would be appreciated.
Anthony Capolingua <ancapol@aol.com>
Philadelphia, PA USA - Wednesday, September 20, 2000 at 21:27:09 (EDT)

For those of You doing genealogy research in the provins of Lucca. I have published an online genealogy community focusing on that area. Antoni
Antoni Pisani <antoni@pisani.no>
Oslo, Norway - Wednesday, September 20, 2000 at 06:57:42 (EDT)

I am looking for any relatives by the last name of Spitaletto, Ianantuono, Oriente, Pouvia. My mother's family came to the US in 1920, they were from Compobasso. My father family from Avellino, Rome, Naples. Any one know any info on them please email me at aspitale@pica.army.mil or aspitale@aiov.com
Angela Mary Spitaletto <aspitale@pica.army.mil or aspitale@aiov.com>
McAfee, NJ USA - Tuesday, September 19, 2000 at 10:44:51 (EDT)

I am looking also for info on Francesco Paulo Vilani. First & middle names might be reversed. He might have been from Gagliano Aterno,Italy. Thank you.
AnnMarie Dyment(Baldassi) <amdyment@hotmail.com>
Hamilton, Ontario Canada - Monday, September 18, 2000 at 19:15:12 (EDT)

I am looking for info on Franceco Paulo Colili or first &middle names reversed. I think he was from Gagliano Aterno,Italy.Also,Teresa Colilli(Del Greco)fromsame area. Also, Attilio Baldassi & Teresiae(Italian way)Munini from Pozzo di Codrorpo,Italy. Thank you
AnnMarie Dyment(Baldassi) <amdyment@hotmail.com>
Hamilton, Ontario Canada - Monday, September 18, 2000 at 19:10:21 (EDT)

I am searching for any background on my ancestors from Italy. The only infomation I have is my grandparents. Their names are Paul and Francesca (Formica) Emanuele. He was born in Italy August 5, 1873. And she was born May 23, 1887. Francesca was born in or near San Petro, Massina, Italy. As far as I know, they came to the USA in or about 1891. Also Francesca had 2 brothers and 1 sister (which I would like to find more about). My family and I do not know anything else about their family. I would really appricate it if someone was able to help me. I am also interested to find more about their parents. Any infomation will help. Thank you.
Lora Smiley <yelims@lcsys.net>
Connellsville, Pa USA - Sunday, September 17, 2000 at 20:28:15 (EDT)

My mother [Palmera Alberti] born near Naples Italy 1909 went to usa 1916 one of 14 children married to Frank Caponegro of the usa lived in Boston mass. Moved to Nutley NJ setled in Newark NJ Grandmother ]Concetta[ of Italy...i don't know too much and i'm trying to fid out...don't know where to start or how to...please help..I want to kow my family...thanks
sandra striss <strisnik@webtv.net>
binghamton new york, ny USA - Saturday, September 16, 2000 at 22:49:17 (EDT)

I'm an italian journalist and i'm looking for interesting stories about people moved on from Abruzzo(Italia), and in a particular from Teramo, or surround it. Whoever believe to novel his story, or the one of his parents,friends, can e-mail or write me. The most important will appear to an italian newspaper. GRAZIE.(scuse me for my english)
Maurizio Di Biagio <maudibi@tiscalinet.it>
Teramo, Abruzzo Italia - Saturday, September 16, 2000 at 19:56:10 (EDT)

Hi, I am just beginning my search. My grandfather was Giuseppe Maria Galasso, immagrated to the US via New York from Potenza, Italy. My grandmother Mary Carmel Santilli(e) or maybe Maria Carmela Santilli(e) was from a large family that immigrated from Palermo in Sicily to Colorado. One other surname that my mother remembers is Lieno but where it fits in is anyones guess at this time.
Sharon Goucher-Norris <smgouch@earthlink.net>
BattleGround, WA USA - Saturday, September 16, 2000 at 16:37:24 (EDT)

The web site from a calabrian little town. The Gioia Tauro' planes. The people and the traditions. On line at: http://web.tiscalinet.it/cittanovaonline
Tranco Politi <frpoliti@yahoo.com>
Cittanova, I RC - Wednesday, September 13, 2000 at 09:18:10 (EDT)

Hey, i'm so glad to have found this website. I am looking for Rando's from Sicily in particular, but there are others scattered around europe. if you have any information on the family for me, i would be much obliged. thanks
Nicole <Pohut@hotmail.com>
USA - Tuesday, September 12, 2000 at 21:03:50 (EDT)

I'd like to contact people who can help me to know about my ancestors . Thanks in advance
Eduardo LONGATTI <elongatti@yahoo.com.ar>
Buenos Aires, ba Argentina - Tuesday, September 12, 2000 at 09:54:28 (EDT)

I do not know anyhting about my ancesters, except the name that i carry. My grandparents names are Frank and Jean Conetto. They lived in the Fresno, Ca area thier entire lives. My Father is Frank Michael Conetto, and I have little or no contact with him. I would appreciate any information on my last name or my Grandparents. Thank you.
michelle rose conetto <shellyk77@hotmail.com>
aptos, ca USA - Monday, September 11, 2000 at 15:29:02 (EDT)

Hi Joe, Looking for my grandfather roots last name DeMillo or maybe spelled DiMillo first name Antonio came from Roccamarica itay
Aurelie Merrill <aurelie@megalink.net>
Livermore Falls, ME USA - Sunday, September 10, 2000 at 20:11:57 (EDT)

Hi Everyone! What wonderful site. I wish to add my names to the sea of beautiful vowel filled surnames... Here goes: CAPOZZI, D'AMBROSIO, NAPOLI, CALABRO, FERRARA,ATTARDI, DE LAURO, PEPITONE, Some of the towns my family comes from are Acri in Calabria, Palermo in Sicily, Agrigento in Sicily. Are there any DE LAURO from Napoli? or Lauro? If anyone thinks they are related or has any interesting information about these names or families please email me. Ciao!
Yvette De Lauro <mccourtknows@aol.com>
NJ USA - Sunday, September 10, 2000 at 07:33:17 (EDT)

My grandparents were form Italy and no one knows much about them.. Their last name is Montonini and I wuld love to find out if I have any relatives in Italy.
Annette Montonini <Redannie@prestigenet.net>
Concord, OH USA - Saturday, September 09, 2000 at 19:46:08 (EDT)

Just came across your site as I've just started looking for things ancestral! If anyone knows of then surname LASAGNA from the town of Montemagno near Asti (between Torino and Milano) or the surname MEDA from the village of Sanico also in the same locality I'd appreciate a response.
steve meda <villameda@home.com>
toronto, can - Saturday, September 09, 2000 at 17:09:23 (EDT)

Busco información sobre Angel Montórfano de Cantú nacido en 1842 y sobre Vicente Mangona (apellido modificado al arribar a nuestro pais, pudo ser Manconi, Mancona, Mangoni) nacido en Cassano All Jonio el 18/11/1864. Hijo de Francisco "Mangona" y Carolina Russa.
Analía Montórfano <analiam@interserver.com.ar>
Bs As, Argentina - Saturday, September 09, 2000 at 15:38:31 (EDT)

Hi, found your site, looks interesting. I'm searching my grandparents who immigrated from Salerno, Italy sometime before 1913. Name Camillo & Carmela Boasso - g'mother maiden Gaeta. G'father mothers maiden name Bollini. Not sure where g'father born.
Ginni <gpeppert@wacounties.org>
Olympia, WA USA - Friday, September 08, 2000 at 19:32:26 (EDT)

hi joe i was willing to reaserch and create a family tree my grandparent are from Naples and they can remeber six generations but if possible i neeed more i was after the surname DELVECHIO is my grandparents surname i was wanderind if you coul find out as fare back as you could on the Delvechio families and as many generations as you can
carlo ceniccola <Cena@alphalink.com>
melbourne, vic Australia - Thursday, September 07, 2000 at 21:09:53 (EDT)

I am looking for imformation about my Italian heritage. My family (DeAngelis) immigrated from Caserti to Argentina, and then to Lawrence Massachusetts, where they settled. My family worked in Lawrence's mills, a city made up entirely of immigrants, before moving out to the suburb of Methuen. If you have any imformation about the history of a DeAngelis family in Northern Massachusetts, I would greatly appreciate you sharing it. Justin DeAngelis 802-223-1879
Justin DeAngelis <jad19_99@yahoo.com>
Montpelier, Vt USA - Thursday, September 07, 2000 at 10:54:31 (EDT)

Looking for relatives in Sicily. PAPPALARDO, PANEBIANCO families from Catania who had relative Giuseppina PAPPALARDO who married Domenico RUNCI from Messina and moved to America. Giuseppina (Josephine) later returned to Sicily where she died. Also seeking RUNCI family from Messina. Contact by email
Spencer <dspencer166@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, September 06, 2000 at 23:38:58 (EDT)

Looking for information on relatives. My Great Grandparents are Giacomo and Rose Amato. They had a son name Joe Amato. They left Sicily and moved to New York, then L.A. If anybody knows anything please let me know. Thank You
Joe Amato <joepacool@hotmail.com>
Ellensburg, WA USA - Tuesday, September 05, 2000 at 18:49:45 (EDT)

I'm searching for "De Santo Maria" who came to NY around 1911-12 from Naples and her two sons "Vincenzo Giuliano" and "Gennaro Giuliano" with their families. I hope someone will give me a response soon! Thanks a lot!!
giuseppe <beppela@hotmail.com>
brussels, Belgium - Tuesday, September 05, 2000 at 18:45:48 (EDT)

My family comes from avezzano,Italy. Emil (Emidio)Del Rosso grandfather,Zaira Veletti grandmother came over before earthquake.Lost family in disaster. other names include Rosa Rodorigo great grandmother.husband Carmine Del Rosso. Emil had a brother Amedeo married Jennie Borino son Vittorio (vincent). Looking for any relatives and any info to research. Thanks,Debra
Debra (Del Rosso) Uyesaka <duyesaka@silcom.com>
santa barbara, ca USA - Tuesday, September 05, 2000 at 18:29:07 (EDT)

My husband and I are searching for info about his grandparents, both sets from Sicily. Francesco (Frank) Plescia was born Aug. 1, 1894 in Villafrati, Palmero Sicily, had 7 brothers, emigrated to the US (Ellis Island)in 1917; and Carmello Denti, born in 1886 in Ragusa Sicily, married Flavia Allegra who was from Messina, don't know the year he emigrated to the US.
Robbie Plas <robbie.plas@quintiles.com>
Olathe, KS USA - Tuesday, September 05, 2000 at 15:19:53 (EDT)

My birth surname was Reghi and I was adopted in the "Kulka" family. I am in search of my roots in Italy. I have found that the name Reghi is usually a shortened version of Rheghetti or Rhegetto. I would greatly appreciate any opinions on where to start or to hear from other Rhegi's!
James Reghi <jkulka@vista-international.com>
San Antonio, TX USA - Monday, September 04, 2000 at 21:41:26 (EDT)

Ciao best ITALIA site i have seen in a while BRAVO!!!!
Mario Masserellinio
chambersburg ,trenton, nj USA - Sunday, September 03, 2000 at 21:23:20 (EDT)

This is my first time at your website. It's great! Tried clicking on "Sicilian Towns", but the page wouldn't display. Disapointed. My great grandparents are Joseph Marietta and Maria Carrera from Corio, Piemonte. My Husband's grandparents are Calogero Nestler from Enna, Sicily and Maria Nardi from Dipignano, Calabria. Yes, The surname, Nestler, originates from Germany; but in this family has been in Sicily since about 1600's-1700's, originating with the first Nestler from Germany (Bavaria), Cristoforo Nestler. There are still some cousin's in Sicily and in Rome. My Husband has much info from the old country about his family, but I have very little. Would love to hear any info about the regions of Corio, Enna, Dipignano and anything about these surnames. Thanks!
Debra Marietta Nestler <www.nestlerinc@aol.com>
IN USA - Sunday, September 03, 2000 at 20:10:50 (EDT)

I liked your site. I am looking for the originys of Family Cordioli. Anybody knows? Yugoslavia? Please, help me. Tks.
Romilda Cordioli santos <luizdemelosantos@uol.com.br>
Londrina, Pr Brazil - Sunday, September 03, 2000 at 16:22:15 (EDT)

I'm Looking for anyone that knows anything about the CERELLA surname. All I know that my family immigrated to HONDURAS, Central America in the early part of the century and that the name Aurelio Cerella and Lucia Cerella have stayed in the family. I really don't have any more information so PLEASE help.
Aurelio Cerella <memnoch616@hotmail.com>
Memphis, TN USA - Sunday, September 03, 2000 at 08:05:25 (EDT)

I my name is john a. Caruso,Jr Fathers name is John A. Caruso Grandfathers name is pasquale Caruso He is from Italy came to the U.S.A late 18oo's to the early 1900's came to Bangor ,Maine
John Allen Caruso,Jr. <lynn.sin@juno.com>
Glenburn, ME. USA - Friday, September 01, 2000 at 22:19:16 (EDT)

I'm looking for relatives on my father's side from Messina. Family name is Bille. I know that my grandfather Guissepe had a sister Antoinetta. I believe they own a large bakery or pasticerria in Messina. Also looking for any Belli ancestors from Campobasso.
JoAnne Bille <jbille@unum.com>
NY, NY USA - Friday, September 01, 2000 at 16:34:44 (EDT)

With all the Italians in the United States, I cannot find any that can give me the color of the Royal Guards dress uniform which has a high collar trimed with braid, fancy braid on the shoulders of the jacket two rows of buttons down the front of the jacket, wide band across the jacket from left shoulder to the right waist,heavy cord from the right shoulder and looped through the front of the jacket. Wish to have Benvenuto tinted but do not know the colors. Picture taked in the 1930's
Gerry Carlson <FCarlson@Citrus.Infi.net>
Homosassa, Fl USA - Friday, September 01, 2000 at 16:14:52 (EDT)

Informes sobre el origen del apellido angelini
Jorge <Jangelini@exa.unrc.edu.ar>
Rio Cuarto, C54 Argentina - Thursday, August 31, 2000 at 22:59:48 (EDT)

looking for the family of Paolo Rizzo, he was born in Spezzano Grande Cosenza and came to the United States sometime in the late 1800's, he moved to Shawmut Pennsylvania, he was brother to my grandfather Luigi Rizzo Thankyou Cindy
Cindy Rizzo <bella3942@hotmail.com>
USA - Thursday, August 31, 2000 at 20:04:43 (EDT)

Welcome to visit my webpage
Odinn Thor <odinn@islandia.is>
Reykjavik, ICELAND - Wednesday, August 30, 2000 at 17:22:33 (EDT)

I am always eager to hear from anyone who is related to the Cordato family. I know there are descendants all over the world, so keep those emails rolling in.
Mary Cordato <mcordato@compuserve.com>
USA - Wednesday, August 30, 2000 at 12:48:59 (EDT)

Am researching surnames:Cascia,DiSiervi,Panzino or Panzini,Onorato or Onorati,Nigro,Salza,D'Alessando, Iurlaro.If anyone has any informationabout these surnames would appreciate your sharing it with me. Thanks for your help.
Louise D Cascia <NACLDC@AOL.COM>
VINELAND, NJ USA - Tuesday, August 29, 2000 at 20:53:55 (EDT)

IM 50% ITAILAN MY MOTHERS MOTHER WAS ITAILAN BUT HER FATHER WAS GERMAN, IF YOU ARE FROM SYRACUSE AND KNEW A JOEANN UNGER PLEAS CONTACT ME. IM WNAT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT MY ITALIAN FAMILY THAT IS LONG LOST. THANKS
chris jones <chrisikes@aol.com>
syracuse, N.Y. USA - Monday, August 28, 2000 at 14:37:20 (EDT)

desidero ricostruire l'albero geneaologico della mia famiglia
mannelli maurizio <mannell@tin.it>
firenze, I italy - Sunday, August 27, 2000 at 06:39:34 (EDT)

I am trying to find the boat that my grandfather came in on from italy, I know that he arrived here with 2 brothers in 1893. He was born in 1868 in Spizano Grande Cosenza Calabria, his name was Luigi Rizzo, some settled in Pa and some settled in Niagara Falls, ny. I have checked all the sites for that year for arrival for the boat for 1893, but their names are not listed. Can anyone help. Thank you Cindy
Cindy Rizzo <bella3942@hotmail.com>
Niagara Falls,NY, NY USA - Saturday, August 26, 2000 at 19:19:01 (EDT)

News about PANNI (FG) - ITALY ? Visit my website...www.hirpus.net
Franco De Michele <hirpus@galactica.it>
PANNI, FG ITALY - Saturday, August 26, 2000 at 11:16:54 (EDT)

I looking for information on my Grandfather, John Roncone, who was from Ortucchio, Italy. I know he had several brothers, but I have little additional information.
Pam Roncone <ronight@juno.com>
USA - Friday, August 25, 2000 at 22:07:43 (EDT)

I really need help in finding my grandfathers ancestors they lived in Bargo,Italy. His Name was Peter Verzoni. I'm Looking for any Verzoni that lived in Bargo Italy. It dosen't matter if its a cousin or if you knew a verzoni. I'm just looking please write back at averzoni@yahoo.com
AnnaVerzoni <averzoni@yahoo.com>
belfast, me USA - Friday, August 25, 2000 at 20:57:05 (EDT)

I am a freelance writer, currently writing a mystery set in the 1940s in Trenton, New Jersey. In doing research I discovered that I don't know much about my own family background. So anyone related (and I know there are many cousins out there) or a family friend, any help would be appreciated. My family name is MUCCIE (Italian name Micuccio). My mom's father was Frank Muccie and had 11 kids, all in Trenton. My grandmom was named Guiseppina Tunnillo (changed to Josephine Tummillo). In 1940 she married Peter Barber (Barbero) who came here from central Italy after WWI. I know next to nothing about my grandparents and great-grandparents. My mom (Annina Micuccio) married an Englishman and was an outcast! I do know that the family hustory begins in Trenton in the late 1800s with Tummillo coming here in the 1920s.
Ron Waite <cavernmonster@hotmail.com>
Carlsbad, NM USA - Monday, August 21, 2000 at 02:09:48 (EDT)

i'm looking for ancestors of my great grandpa's family. if anyone can give me any info in the last name of Rizzio. I know it used to be spelled rizzo. If u could help please e-mail me, thanks
angela hill <italianchick_16@hotmail.com>
cedar rapids, ia USA - Sunday, August 20, 2000 at 00:31:08 (EDT)

I'm looking for some family on my great grandpa's side of the family .George J.Rizzio. He passed away dec.6, 1998. I'm trying to start a family tree and trying to find some of our my family.If you can help me in anyway please e-mail me at italianchick_16@hotmail.com
angela hill <italianchick_16@hotmail.com>
cedar rapids, ia USA - Sunday, August 20, 2000 at 00:20:06 (EDT)

Great website! I'm trying to put our family tree together, what a huge task! My grandfaher's name was Guiseppe *PAVANO* he was born in 1892 in Valguarnera Sicily, my grandmother was Nancy (Nuncienza?)*INDOVINO*born in Valguarnera in 1901. Both came to Rochester NY around 1907- 1910. My great grandaprents were Carmelo *INDOVINO* and Clementine *TORINO* on my grandmothers side. My great grandparents on my grandfathers side were Giovanni *PAvano* and Cuncutti *OGLIORI*. I would love to hear from long lost cousins or nayone with more information. I'm traveling to Sicily in October and hope to investigate more. THANKS!!
Linda Duerr <lduerr@bytheshore.com>
Brielle, NJ USA - Friday, August 18, 2000 at 15:19:56 (EDT)

Looking for any info on Natale Girgenti born 1889 in Italy.
JOE GIRGENTI <www.derby73@aol.com>
Cherry Hill, NJ USA - Thursday, August 17, 2000 at 19:35:02 (EDT)

Looking for ancestors from Delianouva (Reggio-Calabria). My grandfather, Angelo DeMarte came to America alone at the age of 19 (approximately 1904). His parents were Alfonzo and Elizabetta DeMarte. He also had a brother Giuseppe. Angelo settled in Lock Haven, Pa and married Sophia Colacino in 1913. They had four children, Elizabeth, Alfonse, Gerard, and Joseph (my father). I am also trying to find out more about Delianouva as I cannot find it on any maps. Anyone familiar with this town in Calabria? Would like very much to travel to this area. I am excited about this site as my search has just begun. Thanks so much for being here!
Valerie (DeMarte) Daugherty <garynval@juno.com>
Jackson, Tn USA - Thursday, August 17, 2000 at 13:36:19 (EDT)

Is there anybody out there, apart from my family, connected to either the LUCHI or PAOLUCCI families who originated in Diecimo, Borgo a Mozzano in the province of Lucca? If so, please drop me a line. Also anyone who knows of the CASTELVECCHI family in Chicago who originated from Barga, also in the Lucca area. Thanks.
BRUNO CAPRONI <Caproni@t-online.de>
USA - Wednesday, August 16, 2000 at 20:21:54 (EDT)

busco información sobre Pinto de italia provincia de foggia y sobre Montes Eiriz de españa provincia de lugo
veronica beron <verob23@latinmail>
villa constitución, argentina - Wednesday, August 16, 2000 at 16:01:58 (EDT)

busco información sobre Pinto de italia provincia de figgia y sobre Montes Eiriz de españa provincia de lugo
veronica beron <verob23@latinmail>
villa constitución, argentina - Wednesday, August 16, 2000 at 16:01:04 (EDT)

I AM SEARCHING FOR THE DORESCENZI SURNAME, MY GREAT GRANDFATHER WAS MICHAEL DORESCENZI, FROM NAPLES. I AM ALSO SEARCHING FOR CUMO, MY GREAT GRANDMOTHER, JENNIE CUMO FROM ROME
DALE BRIGHTWELL <bjbright73@yahoo.com>
hanford, ca. USA - Tuesday, August 15, 2000 at 21:03:18 (EDT)

Researching the COLANGELO surname. My grandfather was Nicola (Nick) Colangelo b.2/6/1876 in Naples, d.3/19/1951 in West Virginia. The 1920 census list his arrival date as 1898 and his marriage license list his parents as Giovanni (John)& Jennie Colangelo. Two brothers also made the trip to America: Carlo (Charles) and Antonio (Tony); Charles made his home in New York while Tony is believed to have made his home in the St Louis area. Tony had a son name Joseph who would have been born in the 1920's. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank You, Tony Colangelo
Tony Colangelo <brokenrose@newwave.net>
Delbarton, WV USA - Tuesday, August 15, 2000 at 10:57:37 (EDT)

Looking for information about Col. Lorenzo Pasquinelli and his daughter Delia, Rome, WW2
John S Taylor <johntaylor@inicia.es>
Ibiza, Spain - Tuesday, August 15, 2000 at 06:59:18 (EDT)

Researching husband's family. Father, Dominick emigrated from Naples, Italy about the 8th day of Dec. 1909 on the vessel Duca degli Abruzzi. Dominick was born December 6, 1899 at Antonemia, Italy. His father's name was James. Also, his mother, Antonette Zaccari from the same area. Any info. would be helpful.
Paula Monteleone <pmonte3@aol.com>
Butler, PA USA - Sunday, August 13, 2000 at 21:32:22 (EDT)

Parents migrated to Australia in the mid 60's from the Italian province of Pescara, Abruzzo
Frank De Melis <fde@bhssc.vic.edu.au>
Melbourne, VIC AUSTRALIA - Sunday, August 13, 2000 at 19:49:13 (EDT)

looking for my ancestors from gissi.my dad &grandmother left naples for ellis island ny dec. 1931
Louis A Mancini Jr. <star-123@msn.com>
Phoenixville, Pa USA - Sunday, August 13, 2000 at 13:47:22 (EDT)

What, if anything, does this have to do with Marilyn King of the King Sisters?
John <jacksara@cmaaccess.com>
laughlin, NV USA - Friday, August 11, 2000 at 15:26:52 (EDT)

Looking for the DIMARCO/DEMARCO family from Campobosso. Have Michele H. DIMARCO b. 1865 in Italy, m. Philomena YELENTE/YALENTI, d. 1930 in Pittsburgh, PA. He immigrated in 1889. Also have Francesco DEMARCO m. Giacinta CASSILLI. Their son Cosimo DEMARCO was born in 1890 in Campobosso.
Joyce <jeich@nauticom.net>
USA - Friday, August 11, 2000 at 07:23:19 (EDT)

Hello, I am trying to locate LIVING cousins from Avellino and Venice. Last name Pizzano. Luigi, Silvano, Eugene, Carmella and Renato. They all heve been to visit here in Massachusetts and Since my parents have passes we have lost track. ANY information will be helpful Grazia... Janice
Janice Clemente <janec@tiac.net>
Burlington, Ma USA - Wednesday, August 09, 2000 at 10:31:16 (EDT)

I am looking for any members of the ZITO famil from CEFALU SICILY. My g.grandfather was Francesco ZITO. He was a shoemaker. His wifes' name wifes'name was Concetta DiPaula. He came to Baltimore about 1892 from Sicily via Argentina due to immigration regulations. He had an older brother, Guiseppe,and two younger brothers, Santo and Michaelangelo, who were confectioners. Their father was also named Guiseppe, and his wifes' name was Marianna Campagna. Would like to hear from anyone having any info on CEFALU ZITOS.Thanks.
joanne horrell <joannehorrell@yahoo.com>
baltimore, md USA - Tuesday, August 08, 2000 at 12:45:45 (EDT)

I am searching for links to my gg grandparents. I have information for my great-grandparents (listed below) and all were from the town of Lucera, Province of Foggia, Apulia (or Puglia) region of Italy. Therefore, I assume that their parents and other ancestors are from the same town and province. Specifically, I am searching for the parents or other ancestors of: Alessandro Conte Consiglia Maria DiDio Beniamino DiGiovine Angel Maria Capriotta Alessandro Conte was born on 2 Nov 1835. He married Consiglia Maria DiDio on 21 Jan 1857. Consiglia was born on 4 Apr 1838. Alessandro died on 2 Feb 1865. Consiglia Maria died on 28 Jul 1887. Beniamino DiGiovine was born on 27 Aug 1840. He married Angela Maria Capriotta on 3 Jun 1871. Angela Maria was born on 20 Aug 1843. Beniamino died on 30 Dec 1904. Angela Maria died on 20 Jun 1925. Thank you for any help.
Bill Conte <billconte@aol.com>
Melbourne, FL USA - Sunday, August 06, 2000 at 22:07:49 (EDT)

Searcing for any information on the Amanti surname.
Lori Amanti <wild_fire_38@yahoo.com>
Newhall, CA USA - Friday, August 04, 2000 at 11:24:22 (EDT)

Looking for the Agrifoglio family
Carol <cwalck1@uswest.net>
longmont, co USA - Thursday, August 03, 2000 at 17:13:32 (EDT)

Hello - I am attempting to locate Italian ancestors related to my grandparents - Salvatore Romagna (born Dec 24/1881) and Ceasara (Cira)Romagna (nee Tamburini - born Feb 8, 1890). Salvatore arrived in Montreal, PQ, Canada in 1908 and Cira followed in 1911. His brother Lazarro Romagna came in USA in 1906 and settled in Niantic, Connecticut. Both Salvatore and Lazarro had large families and my mother Nella is the youngest daughter of Salvatore (born 1923). We believe the birthplace of the Romagna brothers (and possibly a sister)was either Fano or Pesaro, Italy. Their parents were Guiseppe and Barbara Romagna (for whom I am named). My grandmother - Cira Tamburini had a brother Primo Tamburini and a sister Anna who married Mr Giangolini. We believe that Anna Giangolini had two daughters and that one was named Maria (born early 1920s?). It would be wonderful to locate some living relatives of either the Romagna or Tamburini families still located there. I had the opportunity to visit the Adriatic coast of Italy last year and the Emilia Romagna region. Pesaro is also located near here but I did not visit the town. However I plan to return in May, 2001 and would welcome the opportunity to meet with any distant relatives. Thank you to anyone who can put me in touch. Barbara Morton - Toronto - Canada
BA Morton <bamorton@interlog.com>
Toronto, Ont Canada - Wednesday, August 02, 2000 at 22:32:24 (EDT)

I am looking for information on my ancestors from Cefalu, Sicily. My g-grandfather Salvadore J. Guercio ans g-grandmother Lena Marie Siragusa both came to the US from Sicily and ended up in Houston, Texas. Any help would be appreciated. Please email me with any info.
Jason Spence <jspence@hotmail.com>
Atlanta, Ga USA - Wednesday, August 02, 2000 at 16:58:34 (EDT)

I am looking for anyone from ACRI,Cosenza. I need to get a birth certificate form that city and want information on how to do this. If anyone lives in ACRI and reqad this message pls write me. Also if anyone has BELSITO for last name write me since I am looking for my relatives over there.Bye Norma
NORMA BELSITO <hernangomez@yahoo.com>
buenos aires, argentina - Wednesday, August 02, 2000 at 07:57:57 (EDT)

Hi, the (great great grandparents) of my grandfather "Aurelio Federico" emigrated to Sonora, Mexico (San Antonio de Oquitoa) from "Palermo, Sicily" along with many other Italian families to work in the Silver and Copper mines of the SouthWest. I know that some of our relatives opted to work and live in New York instead at that same time. Many of the Italian Families moved to Arizona and purchased land after many years, including my family. Some Federico's from "Back East" visited with my Grandfather in the mid 1960's but that is the last I heard. I was Just wondering if there are any other FEDERICO families who know more about the family history and any possible connections to the South West Federico Family. Thanks, Anthony Federico Sanchez
Anthony Federico Sanchez <afs_hp@hotmail.com>
Rocklin, CA USA - Tuesday, August 01, 2000 at 19:42:35 (EDT)

I am looking for family names Lombardo and Spicuzza from Palermo, Sicily (Termini Imerezzi). Grandfather was Augustino Lombardo and grandmother was Catherina Spicuzza. They came over in 1915 and have 7 children (6 still living). My great-grandmother was Josephine Spicuzza and her husband Lawrence Spicuzza moved to California and left her in Indianapolis with my grandparents. We think he may have started another family in California. Thank you.
Rosie Morrow <Dagorose52@aol.com>
Indianapolis, IN USA - Tuesday, August 01, 2000 at 14:08:24 (EDT)

I am looking for relatives: OGNIBENE, LORELLO, SCAFIDI,MUSSO from Palermo,Sicily. SALVO,RUGGERI from Messina,Sicily. Family memebers came over to USA approx. 1900's.
Joann Salvo <joannsalvo@aol.com>
Barrington, NJ USA - Tuesday, August 01, 2000 at 09:20:35 (EDT)

To Joseph Stumpo of Toronto: Your forgot your e-mail address . There are about 250 Stumpo in the United States and about 25 of them have e-mail addresses.How can I contact you with the information for which you are lookinf. Gerry Carlson
Gerry Carlson <FCarlson@Citrus.Infi.net>
Homosassa, Fl USA - Monday, July 31, 2000 at 14:57:23 (EDT)

I would like to find relatives from Mascali, Catania Province Sicily, Italy. Francesco Salvatore Girgenti was my grandfather
Nora Girgenti <noraspin@hotmail.com>
Buenos Aires , BA Argentina - Sunday, July 30, 2000 at 23:31:54 (EDT)

07/30/000 10:40 p:m: / I set out this evening to learn about and discover the origin of the Stumpo family. Feel free to join my search at any time .( don't forget to sign the guestbook !!)
Joseph Stumpo
Toronto, on Canada - Sunday, July 30, 2000 at 22:50:53 (EDT)

07/30/00 10:40 P:M: I set out this evening to find and discover the Stumpo family tree . Please feel free to join my search .
Joseph Stumpo
canada - Sunday, July 30, 2000 at 22:41:54 (EDT)

07/30/00 10:40 P:M: Iset out this evening to find and discover the Stumpo family tree .
Joseph Stumpo
canada - Sunday, July 30, 2000 at 22:40:08 (EDT)

Your website is wonderful!! I have found many relatives and some just returned from Italy with news of my fathers sisters, they surely must be in their 90's.I also have aided some on this site by suggesting alternate ways of finding their relatives through telephone and mail address searches, I found 15 Pezzanities (relatives of mine) in various parts of Australia . Many Italians immigrated to that Continent. If anyone needs help on this just e-mail me!! Thanks again for the website,IT'S GREAT!!!! Gerry
Gerry Pezzaniti Carlson <FCarlson@Citrus.Infi.net>
Homosassa, Fl USA - Sunday, July 30, 2000 at 19:20:48 (EDT)

My maternal grandfather was ANDREA DASSO, born in the village of Santa Giulia near the city of Chiavari(between Genoa and La Spezia)in the Liguria region. He came to America in the second half of 19th century. His mother's maiden surname was COLOMBO, and she was from the same region. Any comments by anybody connected to name or the region are welcome.
Clarence A. Woods <thewoods@earthlink.net>
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA USA - Thursday, July 27, 2000 at 02:06:14 (EDT)

Hi Joe,I do Italian Research in Immigrantion and Naturaliztion records and Passager Shiplist records.My whole Family is from Carlentini,Italy on my father and my mother Family is from Termini,Italy.Thank you for being on the mailing list Nancy
Nancy Mancuso <nancymancuso_2000@yahoo.com>
Omaha, Ne USA - Wednesday, July 26, 2000 at 21:33:10 (EDT)

This is wonderful! I am looking for my Grandparents surname. My grandpa was Anthony Diego Pirrotta,born in Sicily. My grandma was Rosalie Sarafina Cuti-Pirrotta. She was born in Calabria. Thanks so much for any info.CIAO!
Rosalia M. Green <Rosie239@juno.com>
Corpus Christi, TX USA - Monday, July 24, 2000 at 00:11:17 (EDT)

Hello again, I am now looking for my grandfathers brothers family, his name is Bartolo Rizzo, and he was born in Castrovillari cosenza calabria, my grandfathers name was Luigi, and he was born in 1868, I don't have the year that Bartolo was born but he came to America and settled in Elkhart Indiana, I have found the relatives in Italy and now I need to find the family of Bartolo, he used to go by Bart, anyone with any info please contact me. Thankyou bella3942@hotmail.com
Cindy[Rizzo]Castrilli <bella3942@hotmail.com>
Niagarara Falls, New York, NY USA - Saturday, July 22, 2000 at 14:10:20 (EDT)

I am looking for Mrs Sabina Rissi...moved to Collarmele in the L'Aquila region in 1991 from Australia. Thank you.
clint freestone <roxi@eisa.net.au>
melbourne, vic australia - Friday, July 21, 2000 at 03:45:23 (EDT)

I am looking for amy Salomoni family members that might have migrateds to the south part of Brazil. thanks
Francine Salomoni <frannye1@yahoo.com>
Jupiter, FL USA - Thursday, July 20, 2000 at 15:20:45 (EDT)

I am very impressed with all the resources for Italian genealogists which are listed on your page. I intend to return often! (I messed up on my URL and so am resubmitting . . . sorry!)
Barbara A. Smith <smithb@mail.d321.k12.id.us>
Rexburg, ID USA - Wednesday, July 19, 2000 at 11:31:31 (EDT)

I am very impressed with all the resources for Italian genealogists which are listed on your page. I intend to return often!
Barbara A. Smith <smithb@mail.d321.k12.id.us>
Rexburg, ID USA - Wednesday, July 19, 2000 at 11:30:36 (EDT)

Looking for relatives of Carmelo Patera, born in Bocchigliero, Cosenza, Calabria in 1860 his parents Vincenzo and Laura Arietta. His is the father of my granpa. Thanks.
Gustavo Patera <gpatera@yahoo.com>
Buenos Aires, BA Argentina - Tuesday, July 18, 2000 at 18:43:36 (EDT)

Any Bianco's from just outside Paleremo? Noccilino's from around Vasto?
Justine Bianco <justinebianco@aol.com>
SanFrancisco, CA USA - Monday, July 17, 2000 at 18:17:37 (EDT)

Siamo agli inizi del' 900. Tre gionani fratelli, Michelangelo, Francesco e Maria Rosa decidono di lasciare il paese natìo, Rivello, i loro legami d'affetto, per emigrare in Brasile e costruirsi lì un futuro, altrimenti negato dalla povertà. Un discendente ne racconta con passione la storia, addentrandosi anche nelle vicende storiche di Rivello. Sito in portoghese, in previsione le versione italiana ed inglese. Le invito a visitare il mio sito : http://famigliapettinato.cjb.net ma anche : http://pettinati.cjb.net http://www.serranegra.psi.br/pettinato http://members.tripod.com.br/pettinato/index-.html Un abbraccio. Marco Tulio. E-mail : tulio26@hotmail.com Indirizzo : Caixa Postal 172 Águas de Lindóia - S.P. CEP 13940-970 Brasile
Marco Tulio Pettinato Pereira <tulio26@hotmail.com>
Aguas de Lindóia, São Paulo Brasile - Sunday, July 16, 2000 at 03:34:19 (EDT)

Names: PAGANO, COROLLO(COROLLA MAYBE) and RAGUSA from PALERMO, SICILY
James McVeigh <any1@bu.edu>
Hicksville, NY USA - Saturday, July 15, 2000 at 21:40:08 (EDT)

I know my mothers grandparents all came from palermo, sicily. Surnames are Pagano, Corolla(which we believed was once Corollo) and Ragusa. I know my great grandparents all came over at the turn of the century. The names i know are Vito Pagano, Catarina Corollo(Ragusa) and Serafina Pagano. any help would be greatly appreciated. I know we have lots of family over there and I am planning a trip to palermo soon. so any help would be great. Thank you. (if you haven't noticed my mother married an irishman)
James McVeigh <any1@bu.edu>
Hicksville, NY USA - Saturday, July 15, 2000 at 21:37:20 (EDT)

Siamo agli inizi del'900. Tre giovani fratelli, Michelangelo, Francesco e Maria Rosa Pettinato decidono di lasciare il paese natìo, Rivello, i loro legami d'affetto, per emigrare in Brasile e costruirsi lì un futuro, altrimenti negato dalla povertà. Un discendente ne racconta con passione la storia, addentrandosi anche nelle vicende storiche di Rivello. Sito in portoghese, in previsione le versione italiana ed inglese.
Marco Tulio Pettinato Pereira <tulio26@hotmail.com>
Aguas de Lindóia, San Paolo Brasile - Saturday, July 15, 2000 at 02:08:04 (EDT)

Hi, Im looking for anyone with the last name of FANA or maybe REBIS. Please email me if you ever heard of these names. Thanks
Michelle Fana <michifana@netscape.com>
hayward, CA USA - Wednesday, July 12, 2000 at 13:51:14 (EDT)

I AM SEARCHING FOR DECENDANTS OF MY GRANDFATHER ON MY FATHERS SIDE. HIS NAME WAS FRANCESCO MURANO. HE CAME TO THE US CIRCA 1878-1882. HE HAD A BROTHER BENEDITTO. HE MARRIED ANGELINA SIMONE IN 1904. BOTH OF THEM CAME FROM ACRI DI COZENZA PROVINCE OF ITALY IT IS VERY HARD TO TRACK DOWN DECENDANTS. EVEN THOUGH HE WAS BORN IN 1862 AND DIED IN 1926 I KNOW HE MUST HAVE HAD NEPHEWS , NIECES UNCLES AUNTS ETC THAT WENT ELSEWHERE BESIDE WESTERLY RHODE ISLAND IF ANYONE HAS ANY INFORMATION AND SEES THIS PLEASE EMAIL ME R
FRANK MURANO <fmurano@gdeb.com>
westerly, ri USA - Monday, July 10, 2000 at 05:48:54 (EDT)

Siamo agli inizi del' 900. Tre gionani fratelli, Michelangelo, Francesco e Maria Rosa decidono di lasciare il paese natìo, Rivello, i loro legami d'affetto, per emigrare in Brasile e costruirsi lì un futuro, altrimenti negato dalla povertà. Un discendente ne racconta con passione la storia, addentrandosi anche nelle vicende storiche di Rivello. Sito in portoghese, in previsione le versione italiana ed inglese. Le invito a visitare il mio sito : http://pettinato.cjb.net mas anche : http://pettinati.cjb.net http://www.serranegra.psi.br/pettinato Un abbraccio. Marco Tulio. E-mail : tulio26@hotmail.com
Marco Tulio Pettinato Pereira <tulio26@hotmail.com>
Aguas de Lindóia, São Paulo Brasile - Monday, July 10, 2000 at 02:00:34 (EDT)

Siamo agli inizi del' 900. Tre gionani fratelli, Michelangelo, Francesco e Maria Rosa decidono di lasciare il paese natìo, Rivello, i loro legami d'affetto, per emigrare in Brasile e costruirsi lì un futuro, altrimenti negato dalla povertà. Un discendente ne racconta con passione la storia, addentrandosi anche nelle vicende storiche di Rivello. Sito in portoghese, in previsione le versione italiana ed inglese. Le invito a visitare il mio sito : http://pettinato.cjb.net mas anche : http://pettinati.cjb.net http://www.serranegra.psi.br/pettinato Un abbraccio. Marco Tulio. E-mail : tulio26@hotmail.com
Marco Tulio Pettinato Pereira <tulio26@hotmail.com>
Aguas de Lindóia, São Paulo Brasile - Monday, July 10, 2000 at 02:00:02 (EDT)

Siamo agli inizi del' 900. Tre gionani fratelli, Michelangelo, Francesco e Maria Rosa decidono di lasciare il paese natìo, Rivello, i loro legami d'affetto, per emigrare in Brasile e costruirsi lì un futuro, altrimenti negato dalla povertà. Un discendente ne racconta con passione la storia, addentrandosi anche nelle vicende storiche di Rivello. Sito in portoghese, in previsione le versione italiana ed inglese. Le invito a visitare il mio sito : http://pettinato.cjb.net mas anche : http://pettinati.cjb.net http://www.serranegra.psi.br/pettinato Un abbraccio. Marco Tulio. E-mail : tulio26@hotmail.com
Marco Tulio Pettinato Pereira <tulio26@hotmail.com>
Aguas de Lindóia, São Paulo Brasile - Monday, July 10, 2000 at 01:59:15 (EDT)

Am researching the families of DOMINA, ROPPOLO, MUSSO, CAMPISI, CITTA', CASCIO, CALDARONE, MARINELLO, STAGNO, and TOMASINO. Will exchange info.
Anthony Domino <adomino@prodigy.net>
Chicago, IL USA - Sunday, July 09, 2000 at 17:37:34 (EDT)

Am researching the families of DOMINA, MUSSO, CAMPISI, ROPPOLO, CALDARONE, CITTA', CASCIO, STAGNO, and TOMASINO from Roccamena, Palermo Province. Will exchange info.
Anthony Domino <adomino@prodigy.net>
Chicago, IL USA - Sunday, July 09, 2000 at 17:34:44 (EDT)

Hello, Joe! I am searching for the origin of my family name, Coccia. My grandfather rarely spoke of his heritage, and therefore I have very little information to work with in my research. Can you help?
Beth Coccia <bcoccia@cookeville.total-web.net>
Cookeville, TN USA - Sunday, July 09, 2000 at 13:48:56 (EDT)

Just starting to research my heritage with the last names of Zarlinga, Antonio, Zappa and Delmonico. My husband's family name is Saglibene. At this point I know very little. But this is interesting. Any info...or how to start this email me at somerset@ucnsb.net
Susan Saglibene <somerset@ucnsb.net>
new smyrna beach , Fl USA - Saturday, July 08, 2000 at 18:07:16 (EDT)

Hi!joe. first time visit.I am looking for info regarding my grandfather Achille Lunardi who supposedly came to australia approx 1909.He came from Massa Carra or Casiglioni in the Lucca area ( I hope the area is right)I have no other information so any assistance would be apprciated.
lorraine mckay <btelf@hotmail.com.au>
brisbane, qld australia - Friday, July 07, 2000 at 21:53:48 (EDT)

It is nice to so much stuff about FIUMEFREDDO
Joe Fiumefreddo <joefiumefreddo@stagerightinc.com>
Chicago, IL USA - Thursday, July 06, 2000 at 17:07:11 (EDT)

I am looking for Fillipo Avellino, who moved to Madrid in 1999.
Hena <anehk@yahoo.co.uk>
London, , UK - Thursday, July 06, 2000 at 12:15:09 (EDT)

Hey there Joe, My name is Laura Repici and live in Australia. Just want to congratulate you on a fantastic source you have provided. I enjoy visiting and reading your guestbook.I have ancestors on my mother's side who go by the surname CURRERI and it is known they migrated to Philadelpia in the 50's. If anybody could provide any leads in the U.S. it would be much appreciated. Also if anybody has any useful leads to my own surname REPICI in the U.S. or across the world, please e-mail me. I wouldn't mind corresponding with people from this site!! GRAZIE MILLE.....
laura <wogwannabe@hotmail.com>
Sydney, N.S.W. Australia - Tuesday, July 04, 2000 at 04:22:12 (EDT)

Love this site! I am trying to find ties to my husbands family..DICIERO-VACCARELLI AND TROIANO. THEY WERE FROM ORSOGNA AND RIPA FAGNANO ALTO. ANY HELP WILL BE APPRECIATED. THANKS.
Kaye <kjditalia@aol.com>
Tucson, AZ USA - Tuesday, July 04, 2000 at 02:55:37 (EDT)

Hi there, I am trying to find any information on my Fathers family. My Fathers name was Camillo Gigante, his family is from San Valentino province Pescara. I know his Fathers name is Nunzio, Mother Agelina, he had a few sisters one was named Adele and still lives in Toronto. He has a brother Nicola that lived in Toronto but now has moved back to Italy. If anyone knows about San Valentino or know any Gigantes please drop me a line!! Thank-you :)
Laura <nova2@ivillage.com>
Sudbury, ont Canada - Monday, July 03, 2000 at 21:37:36 (EDT)

I am seeking the one who can translate my poetry please go to Tricolore.net and read my ad. The name of my ad is: Ominous Fissures.
Giovanna Fiorito Giubellino <Flame_warrior28@yahoo.com>
san antonio, TX USA - Monday, July 03, 2000 at 17:10:25 (EDT)

My father Peter J. Arrighi was born in Pompa, Brazil, son of Joseph and Josephina (deLuca) Arrighi, they also had a son charles and a daughter Clorinda Italia, charles and Clorinda were born in Italy, Joseph had been married before, he had a son Joseph, the mother died in birthing, have never seen or heard of or from this Uncle Joe, Josephine had family in Argenstina, Meninjeres(?), Joseph had a brother Arlindo who liven in Arlington or Richmond, Va.,Arlindo had 3 children, Mario, Pete and not sure of the girls name.....the lone survivor in my life is my Aunt Clorine....she married James Battaglia and they had one daughter, Joann....I have 2 sisters, Mary JO and Barbara...my mother is Ernesta (Lena) Reggiani Arrighi...she was raised Italian in Ohio and Ky. by adoptive paents Beatrice(Margadona) and Luigi Reggiani.....we know next to nothing about them.....we have names of friends and relatives....like Orsali, Buemi, Spare, Moriconi, Raniero,Cianciola...if anyone can identify with the Arrighi or de Luca part let me know...there are so many stories...so little facts....ciao....Bea
Bea Arrighi Auciello <b_auciello@yahoo.com>
Cincinnati, OH USA - Monday, July 03, 2000 at 16:18:23 (EDT)

Thank you Joe! I have long been searching for any relatives with the last name of Travelli/Travelle/Travilla?(I'm not sure of the spelling! My grandfather would have come to this country around the 1890s?..or before? He ended up in a small town in Northern Nevada (Mineral Hill), close to Elko. I believe he owned/ran a boarding house or saloon in that area, and he may have started out as a miner in that area. He had three children there...James, William (Bill), and Hattie. My father is gone now, and never told me very much about his father...we never knew him. This has been a long search...4 years now, so if anyone is familiar with the Travelli name please contact me. I understand he was a "Swiss-Italian"...HELP !!!!!!!
Linda Newbrough <newbro@dellnet.com>
Vista,, CA USA - Monday, July 03, 2000 at 12:43:48 (EDT)

I am researching the BOTARETTO/BOTTARETO/BOTARRETO ( NOT SURE THE SPELLING) surname and would appreciate any information that anyone may have to offer. Please feel free to email me. Many thanks
Carlos <betolos@hotmail.com>
London, Uk - Monday, July 03, 2000 at 11:48:04 (EDT)

I am researching the BOTARETTO/ from Mestre in Italy ( NOT SURE ABOUT THE SPELING) surname and would appreciate any information that anyone may have to offer. Please feel free to email me.
Carlos <betolos@hotmail.com>
London, UK - Monday, July 03, 2000 at 11:44:29 (EDT)

Just perused site some more. This is so delightful Joe. Many thanks for this fine idea. Makes me feel warm and cozy to see all these Italians visiting. Looking for TARTAGLIA, AGRESTI, MORELLI, & CARDILLO.
Adele Tartaglia <atartaglia@uswest.net>
phoenix, az USA - Monday, July 03, 2000 at 01:01:05 (EDT)

great idea joe! thanks. my family tree that I know about includes the following names: tartaglia, tartaglin, agresti, morelli, and cardillo. In Italy we're from Roma and Abruziase; from Erie and Harrisburg and Scranton in the U.S. Hope one of you knows some of our history to share. In the meantime, keep creating kindness, Adele Ann
ADELE TARTAGLIA <atartaglia@uswest.net>
phoenix, az USA - Monday, July 03, 2000 at 00:50:34 (EDT)

Looking for Lasprogatos descended from Luigi and Henrietta,settled at 346 North, ward 6 in Boston.Other spellings:Laspostosto,Losprugato,Lospenato.All ancestors were stone masons and lived in Boston,Mass.Luigi born 3-1850,Henrietta born 11-1859,son Antonio born 9-1879, all in Italy, but no town given.Anybody with info please email me.Really want to find out more about the family.
Bob Lasprogato <drmmr@optonline.net>
Westport, Ct USA - Sunday, July 02, 2000 at 22:08:55 (EDT)

Wow! I found Pezzanities in Canada, New Zealand, Singapore,Australia,USA and 55 of them in Italy. I believe the Panetta's who are married into this family are in Massachusett so any Frank Panettas out there send up a smoke signal and if one of your relatives was Countess Carmela Panetta Pezzaniti who live in 1890 to mid 1900 in Calabria, let me know as I am searching for Panetta cousins. Thank you Gerr P. Carlson
Gerry P. Carlson <FCarlson@Citrus.Infi.net>
Homosassa, Fl USA - Sunday, July 02, 2000 at 19:56:04 (EDT)

Hi! Must say what a great resource website this is for doing Italian geneology. Doing my geneology and trying to out some information on my great, great grandma (Genofa {unsure of the spelling of her first name} NEGRI, born 15 April 1860/61? in Tirol, Austria. Her father is Joseph NEGRI supposedly.) and grandpa (John VILLANOVA, born about Oct. 1849-1858). They may have came from the Lugo di Vicenza area before coming to USA around 1887-1894 through Ellis Island since at least two of their four children were born there. (Children were John, William, Victoria, and Mary.) Send comments/ideas to: ddhfresnoca@yahoo.com
Denise <ddhfresnoca@yahoo.com>
CA USA - Friday, June 30, 2000 at 04:21:03 (EDT)

Hi Joe, I check your guestbook periodically and enjoy reading the messages from other researchers. I've been fairly successful in finding family; however, I can't nail down any info about my grandfather Raffaele LaRosa's brothers Ignazio and Matteo. If anyone out there is a descendant of these men, I'd love to hear from you. Ignazio and Matteo LaRosa were said to have immigrated to Tampa (Ybor City cigar making area)in early 1900s from San Biagio Platani, Agrigento, Sicily.
Rosanne LaRosa Mortlock <mortlock1@aol.com>
Kalamazoo, MI USA - Thursday, June 29, 2000 at 14:56:56 (EDT)

My great grandfather Filipe Pezzanite (1800's)My grandparents were Guiseppe and Carmela Panetta Pezzaniti from San Nicola de Caulonia, Calabria. I belive the name of Macalotti figures in the family in the Mid 1800's.Search is on for decendants of Guiseppe's sons, Frank, Benvenuto, llario,and Orazio ther were two sisters one named Maria.My father Vincenzo was the eldest and the only one to live in the USA and settled in West Virginia. Any help out there? Orazio was a Captain in the army and served in the conflict between Italy and Ethopia 1938-1940
Geraldine Pezzanite Carlson <FCarlson@Citrus.Infi.net>
Homosassa, Fl USA - Tuesday, June 27, 2000 at 21:53:29 (EDT)

I am researching my husband's Italian grandparents. Looking for any LUPIAs, ROPERTOs or ALBIs of NY, NJ or Cosenza, Italy.
Donna Tyson <dltyson@home.com>
San Jose, CA USA - Friday, June 23, 2000 at 19:43:56 (EDT)

Researching the following family names from the Palermo area:Angelieri, Fraumeni,DeSantis,Caruso,Maniaci.Would also like to know if there is any Fescina family in Naples?
Angelier <lunarcasle3@hotmail.com>
Rowlett, TX USA - Friday, June 23, 2000 at 12:56:07 (EDT)

Looking for ancestors Of DeAngelo, Mosca, Mosco, Terranova, Maio, LaGanga.
Karen DeAngelo <Karen@gloryridge.com>
Richmond, MO USA - Thursday, June 22, 2000 at 19:35:34 (EDT)

Looking for ancestors Of DeAngelo, Mosca, Mosco, Terranova, Maio.
Karen DeAngelo <Karen@gloryridge.com>
Richmond, MO USA - Thursday, June 22, 2000 at 19:32:03 (EDT)

Hi I´m looking for the origins of my last name "Vico", I'll thank any kind of information
Mauricio Montero <coolmau@yahoo.com>
Mexico, City, MX MÉXICO - Thursday, June 22, 2000 at 19:25:16 (EDT)

I am researching the COLANGELO surname. My grandfather was Nick Colangelo, he had two brother, Charles and Tony. Their parents were John and Jennie. Nick came to America abt.1886. Any help or info would be greatly appreciated.
Tony Colangelo <brokenrose@newwave.net>
WV USA - Wednesday, June 21, 2000 at 18:38:21 (EDT)

hi joe ihave been unsuccessful in locating my parents relatives in italy whether theyare livingor not iam not sure my parents both came from Montesglioso italy province of matera which wasoriginally potensa my mothers maiden name is ciannello could be ciannella any help would be greatly appreciated thankyou my fathers name was giovanni(john)
dominic primavera <neet2@msn.com>
denville, N.J. USA - Wednesday, June 21, 2000 at 13:03:07 (EDT)

Looking for any relatives last name Florio from Brooklyn, California and manhattan
Liz <Sarfarie15@aol.com>
Queens, NY USA - Monday, June 19, 2000 at 20:28:08 (EDT)

COIA, LOMBARDI, RISCHITELLI, from Tocco da Casauria, Italy. Any information of people with these surnames from mid 1800's is wanted. Thanks so much. A great site! Aimee
Aimee Houston <houston4@home.com>
OKC, OK USA - Monday, June 19, 2000 at 19:12:06 (EDT)

I am looking for any info on the lastnames *COLLETTA* and *FERRARA* My GreatGrandfather came from Memfi area of Sicily to the United States -date unknown- Frank Colletta married to Antonina Ferrara - I am unsure where she was from. They immigrated to Rochester, NY and had about 9 children, only one of whom was male. I am interested in the area, the surname and anyone out there that might be related! thanks
Frank Colletti <f_colletti@hotmail.com>
New York City, NY USA - Monday, June 19, 2000 at 15:58:34 (EDT)

I am looking for any info on the lastnames *COLLETTA* and *FERRARA* My GreatGrandfather came from Memfi area to the United States -date unknown- Frank Colletta married to Antonina Ferrara - I am unsure where she was from. They immigrated to Rochester, NY and had about 9 children, only one of whom was male. I am interested in the area, the surname and anyone out there that might be related! thanks
Frank Colletti <f_colletti@hotmail.com>
New York City, NY USA - Monday, June 19, 2000 at 15:58:13 (EDT)

TRAINA Looking for family from Sicily. Mine immigrated 1891
Jody White Wood <jodywood66@hotmail.com>
Riverton, ut USA - Sunday, June 18, 2000 at 22:54:31 (EDT)

Looking for relatives of grandfather from LENTINI, SICILY--Alfio Mendola and grandmother from SCORDIA, SICILY--Stella Scire
Karen Steed <maestrina1@msn.com>
San Antonio, TX USA - Friday, June 16, 2000 at 23:13:44 (EDT)

Father was Salvador A. Giglio,Sr,Mother is Mary Louise Giglio mother's father was vincent liberto,father's father was anthony M. Giglio, Mother;s mother was eddna Liberto, Father's mother was ethel Gordon Giglio(step mother) one fatere was from polermo the other from siccilly
Salvador A. Giglo, Jr. <salgig@bellsouth.net>
Metairie, La USA - Thursday, June 15, 2000 at 23:06:46 (EDT)

I have been able thus far, to trace my family back to Palermo, Sicily. To a Salvatore Ministeri Magistrate in the early 1800. If anyone has any other information in regards to the Ministeri family, or DiMinisteri family from Sicily, I would appreciate hearing fom them.
George Ministeri <G_Ministeri_2@webtv.net>
Braintree, MA USA - Wednesday, June 14, 2000 at 11:20:50 (EDT)

My name is Fernando Bado, I live in Asunción, Paraguay. I am looking for any information about my ancestor. His name is LUIGI BADO, he was born in Genova or Maissana, and his parents were Domenico Bado and Catalina Gandullia. I think he was born between 1808 and 1832. He left Genova to come to South America, He arrived to Argentina, and he got married in Argentina in September 3 of 1848. I need to get one of the following things about it: Date and place of Birth Birth Certificate Date and place of Baptism Baptism Certificate I have recieved this information about it from Italian Genealogy and Culture: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -----Original Message----- From: Italian Genealogy and Culture [mailto:COMUNES_OF_ITALY@HOME.EASE.LSOFT.COM] On Behalf Of Joanne Caserta Sent: Monday, June 12, 2000 3:45 PM To: COMUNES_OF_ITALY@HOME.EASE.LSOFT.COM Subject: Re: [COI] BADO family 41. Luigi Antonio BADO - International Genealogical Index Gender: M Birth: 1820 Genova, Genova, Italy 42. Luigi Antonio BADO - International Genealogical Index Gender: M Marriage: 10 Feb 1850 San Donato, Genova, Genova, Italy -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Could you tell me if #41 is the same person in #42 too? Because the name of my ancestor was Luigi Bado too, but he got married in Argentina in 1848 and not in San Donato, Genova, Genova, Italy. Could you send me more information about Luigi Antonio Bado? for example the parents' name of him, or the e-mail or the addresse of San Donato, Genova, Genova, Italy. Could you send me any information about Domenico Bado (his father), or Catalina Gandullia (his mother), Pietro and Geroinio Bado (probably his brothers)? Could you introduce me by mail a person who could help me to get this information? If you want to contact me do not hesitate to do it, I will be very glad. Best regards, Fernando Bado ferbado@rieder.net.py
Fernando Bado <ferbado@rieder.net.py>
Asunciónj, Paraguay - Tuesday, June 13, 2000 at 21:01:04 (EDT)

Hi Joe, great site. I looking for my grandfathers family, his name was Luigi Rizzo, he was born in Castrovillari,Cosenza,Calabria in 1868, he still has some family there, some have moved to Torino, he had I think 3 brothers and 2 sisters, one sister married a Mancuso and came to the United with my grandfather her brother, she lived in Pa. Need help locating some of the family. Thanks cindy
Cindy[Rizzo]Castrilli <bella3942@hotmail.com>
NiagaraFalls, NY USA - Monday, June 12, 2000 at 23:05:36 (EDT)

my mother's maiden name was augusta elda artuffo, her father and mother were born in italy. her mother's maiden name was julia gaia. my mom live in albany, california. any help to get started. thank you
alan adams <pirates85@home.com>
san leandro, ca USA - Sunday, June 11, 2000 at 19:23:33 (EDT)

i'm searching for the name Profili and if someone is in Sicily,Siracuza living under that name.Great place to spend some time.
profili <andmetpro@hotmail>
panama, panama - Sunday, June 11, 2000 at 03:17:39 (EDT)

Hi JOe, I have married into the "Zuccaro" family and have begun to look into the family history and hopefully have a start to the family tree for this years family reunion. Your site has given me a path to take to start looking for the many relativeswith many of the elders passing on it is hard to find information on the family who is still in Italy.
Paula Zuccaro <zuccaro1@bignet.net>
Warren, MI USA - Saturday, June 10, 2000 at 20:25:19 (EDT)

Hi Joe, My father's name was Palmiro Fazzi. He was born in Borgo a Mozzano in the province of Lucca, Region of Tuscany. He was born 4/18/1889. He died at New York City 1/21/62. I would like to know what port of entree was used in U.S. or did he come in from Canada to the U.S. I understand that he left for this part of the world from England. Any info will be greatly appreciated. Paul F Fazzi, 77 watertown st. Watertown, Ma. 02472
paul f fazzi <pfazzi@gis.net>
watertown, ma USA - Saturday, June 10, 2000 at 16:51:04 (EDT)

I am new to this, but I am interested in finding out information about relatives on my mother's and father's side. I have been told that my maternal grandmother and grandfather both came from Sardinia. My grandfather's name was Paul Spano, which may have been spelled Espanu in Sardinia. My grandmother's name was Mary Fiori, she may have been born in the U.S.A, but her father was also born in Sardinia. I am also looking for information about my Father's family, from Calabria. My father's name is Frank Pugliese, so was his father's. His mother's name was Concetta Pugliese. I was born and raised in northern New Jersey, where most of my Dad's immediate family still resides. Any help with family connections/ties, information about relatives in Sardinia and Calabria area would be greatly appreciated.
Jane Pugliese Thomas <innercity@supernet.com>
Lancaster, PA USA - Wednesday, June 07, 2000 at 12:44:28 (EDT)

This is site is terrific and gave me a couple leads already! I am looking for surnames of CATALANO, BARLOTTA, ERRIGO and RANDO. My maternal grandparents were Girolamo and Gaetana(BARLOTTA) CATALANO from Callatafina, Sicily. THey were both born in Sicily and died in Endicott, NY, USA. Girolamo CATALANO = B: 1873; D: 1940. Gaetana (BARLOTTA) CATALANO = B: 1883; D: 1940. They immigrated to the USA in 1906 with a two year old daugter (Anna/Antoinette CATALANO Tarricone). We believe my grandfather's mother's & father's first name was Antoinette(a). and father's name Nicoli. In Approx. 1927, Gaetana BARLOTTA CATALANO's mother died in Sicily (first/maiden name unknown). RANDO-ERRIGO: My paternal grandfather was Guiseppe (Joseph) ERRIGO and my paternal grandmother, Rose RANDO Errigo. They came from Castellamarre del Golfo, Sicily. Guiseppe ERRIGO was born in 1879 and died in Endicott, NY, USA in 1942. Rose RANDO Errigo was born in 1892 died in Endicott, NY in in 1955. She came through Ellis Island about 1909-11. He came to the USA in the late 1890's. Guiseppe first settled in Boston, Massachusetts where he heard there were jobs in the mines to be had. He stayed a short while as all jobs were filled...then went to Endicott, NY to work at EJ shoe factory. He became a citizen of the USA on Sept 13, 1921. We know his father GIOVANNI ERRIGO) died approx. 1923 in Sicily...probably in Castellamarre del Golfo. My grandfather's mother's maiden name may have been GIR-A-VEECE ( this is a phonetic spelling and may be "close but no cigar"! Would appreciate any leads... thanks so much! Gae
Gaetana Errigo Crosby ("Gae") <john-gae@clarityconnect.com>
Owego, NY USA - Tuesday, June 06, 2000 at 13:35:15 (EDT)

Just starting to trace family roots. A daunting task.
Dominic S. Bisesi <dbisesi@home.com>
Sparks, NV USA - Tuesday, June 06, 2000 at 10:44:47 (EDT)

hello to all the Italians in the world. I want to make friendships with Italians in the world, you write. ciao a tutti gli italiani nel mondo. voglio fare amicizie con italiani nel mondo, scrivetemi. ciao thomas salvo.
thomas salvo <salvot@hotmail.com>
messina, it italy - Monday, June 05, 2000 at 02:51:12 (EDT)

My dad's family is from San Giorgio del Sannio in the Province of Benevento outside of Naples. The surnames are Liucci, Frasciello, Mottolla and Abbruzzese. The settled in the Western Massachusetts area in the early 1900's.
Mary Lou <mllsmith@maine.rr.com>
Scarborough, ME USA - Friday, June 02, 2000 at 15:53:13 (EDT)

Researching Pedretti and Lucia surnames from Fonteno in the province of Lombardy.
Teresa Stevens <teresas2000@home.com>
Des Moines, IA USA - Wednesday, May 31, 2000 at 19:59:56 (EDT)

Please ask submitters to use CAPITOLS only for names & location. Much easier. Thanks.
Roberta Bratti <rbratti@capecod.net>
Hyannis, MA USA - Wednesday, May 31, 2000 at 09:57:13 (EDT)

trying to do family geneology but family spelled name two ways
morosco or morasco rose
USA - Tuesday, May 30, 2000 at 19:11:08 (EDT)

trying to do family geneology but family spelled name two ways
morosco
USA - Tuesday, May 30, 2000 at 18:56:28 (EDT)

My email address has changed since I last posted and I have more information. I am concentrating on the Cimino family (Calabria). My great gradfather, Serafine was one of three brothers. I am trying to locate their names. and My other great gradfather, Dominick Coiro, changed to Coyer, from (Salerno) had 2 sisters and 2 brothers. I am also looking for their names. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Gail
Gail Cimino <mino@mercurylink.net>
Matamoras, Pa USA - Tuesday, May 30, 2000 at 17:41:03 (EDT)

This is a great site, Joe! What a wonderful way to stay connected to our Italian roots. My family surnames are MONTESI, BIAGIOTTI, OLIVI.My families are from Senigallia and Fossombrone in Marche Italy.
Joyce Johnston-See <jsee@bestweb.net>
Buchanan, NY USA - Monday, May 29, 2000 at 14:21:37 (EDT)

thank you for guestbook
theresa dividio <tt118>
meadville,, pa USA - Friday, May 26, 2000 at 20:16:28 (EDT)

Could someone stop a huge argument about the name 'Malaspina'. Some of us think that it is Italian and other declare that it is Spanish. Does anyone know what it means? Thanks Joe for the site.
Teedie <teedie_kagume@yahoo.ca>
USA - Friday, May 26, 2000 at 19:42:17 (EDT)

Hi hope someone can help, I am looking for the ancestore of LUIGI BERTORELI or BERTORELLI who was married to ANGELINA COMIKE and may have been married to JEAN WALLACE but unsure of this fact I do know that JEAN and LUIGI had at least one child named JANE. LUIGI died in ABERDEEN SCOTLAND in 1898 and on his death certificate it states that he was born in ITALY his parent's were GIOVANNIE BERTORELLI and MARIA BARTOLIN unsure of the spelling for this surname. Does anyone out there recognise any of the names above I hope so Joanna
Joanna Campbell <joanna.campbell@hotmail.com>
Campbeltown, Scotland - Friday, May 26, 2000 at 18:42:41 (EDT)

You seem to be doing a great service for we Italians searching for our roots! I am looking for any info about my Grandfather Frank Anthony Rossi born in the town of Dugenta, province of Benevento, Italy. He came to the US in the early1900's and lived in Schenectady, NY where he died on March 2, 1938. My Grandmother, Maria Theresa De Braccio was born in New York City...
Terese Rossi Aloise <aloise@webtv.net>
Clearwater, FL USA - Friday, May 26, 2000 at 15:50:00 (EDT)

Thanks for the links. Both sides of my father's family are from Sicily. I am almost sure that my grandmother's family is from Prizzi. Would like to know more.
Samuel E. Fugarino <sfugarino@atl.mediaone.net>
Norcross, GA USA - Friday, May 26, 2000 at 14:25:22 (EDT)

I started researching the Borgetti name in 1992 from info my uncle had and a family tree from Bernezzo, Italy. My Grandfather and two of his brothers came to the USA in 1907 and migrated west to Oaklahoma in/or about 1910 where my uncle was born on 2-6-1910. My grandfather remained in the USA but the two brothers moved to Mexico to avoid the war? I had aprox. 250 names on my tree and about 100 from another Borgetti Group. Last year my hard drive crashed and I lost most of the info, I am rebuilding the family tree now from my orignal notes and records. If you would like a list of the names I have dope me an e-mail and as soon as I get it complete again I will e-mail them to you. You have a great site, keep it up, Thanks Joe Borgetti
Joseph P. Borgetti <jborgt@aol.com>
High Ridge 63049, Mo. USA - Wednesday, May 24, 2000 at 12:19:18 (EDT)

HI JOE, I AM TRYING TO LOCATE MY GRANDFATHERS MOM AND DAD, OR ANY RELATIVES THEY LIVED IN RICCIA ITALY,AND SO DID MY FATHERS DAD BUT HE CAME TO AMERICA SOMETIME IN THE 1900'S. THEIR LAST NAME IS SPELLED DIBUONO, SO I REALLY DO NOT KNOW WHICH SPELLING IS CORRECT, AND THATS BECAUSE WHEN THEY REACHED AMERICA THEY CHANGED THEIR NAME TO DEBUONO. I WOULD APPRECIATED IT VERY MUCH IF YOU CAN FIND AND INFO. ON THEM FOR ME.
CONCETTA P MASCITTI <MASCITTI.CONCETTA@DEP.STATE.PA.US>
C0NSHOHOCKEN, PA MONTGOMERY - Tuesday, May 23, 2000 at 09:27:09 (EDT)

HI JOE, I AM TRYING TO LOCATE MY GRANDFATHERS MOM AND DAD, OR ANY RELATIVES THEY LIVED IN RICCIA ITALY,AND SO DID MY FATHERS DAD BUT HE CAME TO AMERICA SOMETIME IN THE 1900'S. THEIR LAST NAME IS SPELLED DIBUONO, OR SOMEHOW WHEN THEY REACHED AMERICA THEY CHANGED THEIR NAME TO DEBUONO. I WOULD APPRECIATED IT VERY MUCH IF YOU CAN FIND AND INFO. ON THEM FOR ME.
CONCETTA P MASCITTI <MASCITTI.CONCETTA@DEP.STATE.PA.US>
C0NSHOHOCKEN, PA MONTGOMERY - Tuesday, May 23, 2000 at 09:25:40 (EDT)

HI JOE, I AM TRYING TO LOCATE MY GRANDFATHERS MOM AND DAD, OR ANY RELATIVES THEY LIVED IN RICCIA ITALY,AND SO DID NMY FATHERS DAD BUT HE CAME TO AMERICA SOMETIME IN THE 1900'S. THEIR LAST NAME IS SPELLED DIBUONO, OR SOMEHOW WHEN THEY REACHED AMERICA THEY CHANGED THEIR NAME TO DEBUONO. I WOULD APPRECIATED IT VERY MUCH IF YOU CAN FIND AND INFO. ON THEM FOR ME.
CONCETTA P MASCITTI <MASCITTI.CONCETTA@DEP.STATE.PA.US>
C0NSHOHOCKEN, PA MONTGOMERY - Tuesday, May 23, 2000 at 09:24:26 (EDT)

I am researching my fathers name of COMUNE. He was born in the township of Casapulla, Province of Caserta, in the Region of Campania. He was born in 1901 and his name was Domenico. His mother's name was Marianna CROCCO,and his father's name was Francesco. I would appreciate any information that you can provide on the COMUNE/CROCCO family name. Thank you, Mike COMUNE
Michael D Comune <striperma@aol.com>
Brick, NJ USA - Tuesday, May 23, 2000 at 07:42:54 (EDT)

I am looking for my Father, "Bruno Galeotti" who was born and bred in Florence. My mother became pregnant in April 1964 and eventually came back to England where I was born Jan 1965. All contact was broken with Bruno, but he would be between 66 and 70 now if still alive. I would be very grateful if anyone has any information at all (I have letters he wrote to my mum and some photos).
Steve <stevenorth@iname.com>
London, England - Monday, May 22, 2000 at 19:45:39 (EDT)

The site from cittanova and surronding - Calabria - is at url: http://www.geocities.com/frpoliti/zona.htm Best regards.
Franco Politi <frpoliti@yahoo.com>
Calabria, I - Monday, May 22, 2000 at 16:20:54 (EDT)

This is a very nice place !
Protector 1uno <spavle@nightmail.com>
Gospic, Li Croatia - Monday, May 22, 2000 at 00:46:39 (EDT)

I am searching for any family history about my grandfather, Bernadino Perseo, who was from Chieti, Italy and emigrated to the USA during the beginning of the 1900's.
Mark Perseo <mperseo@yahoo.com>
Erie, Pa USA - Sunday, May 21, 2000 at 22:42:09 (EDT)

My husband's maternal great-grandparents: ANTHONY LOMBARD & CARMEN PONZI. Both from Italy, possibly Naples. NFR
ROBERTA BRATTI <rbratti@capecod.net>
Hyannis, MA USA - Sunday, May 21, 2000 at 19:07:55 (EDT)

My husbands great-grandparents:LUIGI CATALANO (born Italy, perhaps Naples; d. age 82; MARGARET APREE, same, d. Italy, age 34. THIS CATALANO FAMILY SAID TO HAVE COME FROM SPAIN ORIGIONALLY.
Roberta Bratti <rbratti@capecod.net>
Hyannis, MA USA - Sunday, May 21, 2000 at 19:04:47 (EDT)

FRANCESCO CATALANO(1840-1924) of Naples, Italy, married ca. 1882, FILOMENA LOMBARDI (1860-1933) of Naples. 7 children. Etoire (1890-1924) & sister Concettina (1884-1958). They came to Boston, MA; she married & went to Hyannis, MA.
Roberta Bratti <rbratti@capecod.net>
Hyannis, MA USA - Thursday, May 18, 2000 at 22:37:43 (EDT)

Nice site Joe! I'm looking for info on my grandfather Vincenzio Fierro, came over 1911-1914. I believe he was from Firenza. Settled in Boston area. reach me at VINFI@aol.co
Vincent J. Fierro <VINFI@aol.com>
Falmouth, MA USA - Thursday, May 18, 2000 at 14:48:03 (EDT)

Looking for JOHN PAUL BRATTI b. 25 Feb 1869, Cento, Bologna, Italy. Father: Vincent Bratti, (1840-1917) m. Clementa Tasini (1839-1925) Both resided Cento & died there. Son John died Hyannis, MA 1958.
Roberta Bratti <rbratti@capecod.net>
Hyannis, MA USA - Wednesday, May 17, 2000 at 11:59:43 (EDT)

Hi I am looking for any information on my Sicilian relatives. My greatgrandparents came over from Sicily somewhere between 1920 and 1930 I believe. My great grandfathers surname was Cottone but was changed to Joseph Vincent Cotton upon entering the United States. He sent for his wife after getting to the United States her name was Providence Cottone her maiden name was Cirra. Any information that you could give me would be very helpful and I would greatly appreciate it
Carol Covert <covertcj@muc.edu>
Alliance, OH USA - Wednesday, May 17, 2000 at 11:04:48 (EDT)

Hello! I am looking for information on my grandparent's family in Pofi, Italy. Their names were Benedito Rossilli and Italia Maria Vona. They came to the USA around 1921. I know that that was the year of their marriage. They settled in the Pittsburg, KS area where my grandfather mined coal. Any information on those names or Pofi, please contact me.
Becky Cannady <cannadyb@aol.com>
Overland Park, KS USA - Tuesday, May 16, 2000 at 23:14:45 (EDT)

I´m looking data of my relatives in Italy, my grandfather´s family went to Uruguay from Rome circa 1930, my grand- grandfather was Rafael Guerino Giacchetti, and my grandfather´s name was Guerino Rafael Giacchetti,any information will be welcome, thank you
Analía Giacchetti <agiacchetti74@yahoo.com.ar>
San Martín, BA Argentina - Tuesday, May 16, 2000 at 00:08:30 (EDT)

I´m looking data of my grandfather´s family in Casteluccio, comune di Mormano, his name was Giusseppe Nicola Michele Piragino, thanks.
José Luis Piragino <jlpiragino@yahoo.com>
Buenos Aires, Argentina - Tuesday, May 16, 2000 at 00:02:07 (EDT)

My great grandfather John Gaspardino and his wife Teresa came to America from the Piedmonte area. I am looking for relatives by that surname.
Arlene <arlenez@ccsi.com>
Austin, TX USA - Saturday, May 13, 2000 at 10:08:28 (EDT)

Note that the e-mail address is changed from that shown in my 1999 entry on my Caproni family. Since that note I have determined that one of my relatives, Aida Gonnella, was the wife of Peter Paul Caproni's brother and partner, Emilio. Peter Paul came to the US in 1876 and established a famous art business, copy-casting many of the great works from Italy., He bought a small art shop at Province ct in Boston(?). He made many trips to Italy to copy famous works. Business expanded. He built the existing building on Washington st (#1920) in the district of Roxbury Boston in 1900. A 1928 newspaper article (presummably around October or November, says that he has several brothers all in Italy. He retired and sold his business in 1927 but had retired his pace for the last few years. Perhaps this corresponds to the departure of Emilio in 1922. The article also says he lived at 1731 Beacon st, Brookline Ken Caproni
Kenneth A. Caproni <caproni@theriver.com>
Tucson, AZ USA - Friday, May 12, 2000 at 00:36:28 (EDT)

I am currently looking for more information on my family name.sterling. i'am currently looking for information reguarding my family name sterling , I know that my father was born in ohio. to earl. c. sterling and his wife name was emma fooster. then after that they moved to east orange nj. please help if you can. I know my father was born in Iowa i recived imformation up two 1979 but i'am still trying to get the rest of the family tree up to date.
marilyn sterling <kitten_babe@hotmail.com>
flemington, nj USA - Monday, May 08, 2000 at 20:05:03 (EDT)

I am currently looking for more information on my family name. I know my father was born in Iowa i recived imformation up two 1979 but i'am still trying to get the rest of the family tree up to date.
marilyn sterling <kitten_babe@hotmail.com>
flemington, nj USA - Monday, May 08, 2000 at 20:00:10 (EDT)

i'am looking for information about my family name morrison italy some are from brooklyn i don't know much
walter morrison <mouseracing6@aol.com>
flemington, nj USA - Monday, May 08, 2000 at 19:56:56 (EDT)

Hello, I am looking for info on my great grandparents. The surnames are FRANCO and BUCCOIERO from the Bari area, and GIOCO,VINCCI, and CONCEMI from Santa Maria di Licodia Sicily area. Marcello Franco and Bernadette Gioco emigrated to Massachusetts/Vermont area aroud 1910. Thanks
T. Franco <FrancoVT@aol.com>
USA - Friday, May 05, 2000 at 18:28:46 (EDT)

Would like to find out more about Nino SULFARO who left Sicily (Faro Superiore Messina) after WWII. Any thing alse on this generation of Sulfaro's from Faro would be appreciated.
J. Sulfaro <jsulfaro@hotmail.com>
Australia - Friday, May 05, 2000 at 10:09:53 (EDT)

I also have alot of info on the Latronica (Latronico) family, when they got here, where they settled in the late 1920's/early 30's, who exactly came, and where the majority of them live now. If you have any ancestry of Latronica (Latronico), let me know and I'll try to help you. A few names associated with our family: Vigletti, Signore, Giliotti, Nacaratti, Nicastro, Valletta, Thomas/Latronica (Youngstown, Ohio), just to name a few. The above 6 are all located in Pittsburgh, my birthplace and where my grandfather Labarto Julio Latronico came over in '29 with his Mother, Father, brother and 2 uncles...they changed our name to Latronica, for easier pronunciation. Have a good one. -Ron
Ronald Michael Latronica <latronr@alleg.edu>
Bradenton, FL USA - Thursday, May 04, 2000 at 13:18:03 (EDT)

Hey Joe, nice that you have this page. Keep it up its nice that you are keeping our heritage... gracie e buon giorno! -Ron
Ronald Michael Latronica <latronr@alleg.edu>
Bradenton (Tampa Bay), FL USA - Thursday, May 04, 2000 at 12:27:12 (EDT)

GREAT SITE! LOOKING FOR INFO ON FATHER,NICODEMO CARLINO.ARRIVED IN BOSTON FROM GROTTERIA,REGGIO DI CALABRIA AROUND 1914. HIS MOTHER'S MAIDEN NAME WAS TERESA GENOASA,HIS FATHER'S GIVEN NAME WAS VINCENZO,TWIN BROTHER PASQUALE,SISTER CLARA.
ERMIE CARLINO <EHIGHSEAS@AOL.COM>
STOUGHTON, MA USA - Thursday, May 04, 2000 at 09:22:47 (EDT)

Looking for contacts for both grandparents: Salvatore Ciarletta/Giulia DiDomenico from Villetta Barrea, L'Aquilla ,Abruzzi Amico Spognardi/Marie DeAngelis from Vastogirardi, now in Molise. I welcome responses from anybody with info on these families. My information on Ciarletta is rather extensive, but my data on Spognardi/DeAngelis and Di Domenico is limited to immediate grandparents.
Russell A. Spanard <RASpanard@Home.com>
Pittsburgh, PA USA - Thursday, May 04, 2000 at 00:12:32 (EDT)

I'm just starting to search on my family name. Please help me to find informations on Martino, Compobasso, married with Fonza. They came in New York before coming in Montreal around 1910 with their son Vincenzo born in 1902. I would like find informations on Longo, Caserta, married with Marrocco, they came in Montreal before 1910. If you have something about those names please contact me. thank you.
johanne <italjo@hotmail.com>
montreal, qc canada - Sunday, April 30, 2000 at 21:49:23 (EDT)

Hello Joe, How wonderful to find this website as I begin the search to find out about my maternal grandfather. His name was John (perhaps Giovanni) DeVincenzo. It was changed to DeVincent when he came to the U.S. He studied in Rome for 13 years to be a priest and when he changed his mind, he came to America. He had a brother Joe, who settled in Illinois and worked as a shoemaker.I understand that both of his parents were murdered back in Italy. I don't know their names, but it would have had to have occurred sometime around 1910--or shortly after. He died at approximately age 37 in Wisconsin in 1916. Any information would be greatly appreciated. I am just getting started.Thank you for creating this page and for the excellent tips.
Mary Ellen McCormack <memack@mciworld.com>
Milwaukee, WI USA - Sunday, April 30, 2000 at 20:14:18 (EDT)

COSTELLI*** I AM LOOKING FOR DOMENICO COSTELLI, NAME WAS CHANGED TO COSTELLO*** FROM CASTAGNOLE MONFERRATO, NEAR ASTI IN THE PIEMONTE REGION ,HE CAME TO USA WITH BROTHER ANGELO ,MARRIED ROSA SAVIO IN NEW YORK WENT TO BOOMER WVA AN THEN TO FAIRMONT W.VA .TO PITTSBURGH PA , SETTLED IN THE STATE OF OHIO LATE 1930, 2ND WIFE.S NAME IS MILLIE*******thanks for the space GIUSEPPE**** ANY COSTELLO'S OUT THERE...
SAM DIANA <SAM 52541 @ AOL.COM>
PITTSBURGH, PA USA - Tuesday, April 25, 2000 at 23:47:50 (EDT)

I am looking for any of the Rimi family living in Palermo, Sicily. Also looking for Federico in Licata. Thnaks!
anthony federico <afrederico@cctr.umkc.edu>
kansas city, mo USA - Tuesday, April 25, 2000 at 01:00:27 (EDT)

Looking in CALABRIA - Cosenza, Coscaza & San Giovanni in Fiore! Names: Angotti, Belcastro, Branca, Catalano, Federico, Veltri. GREAT SITE!!! Thanks!
Debbie Haining <jhaining@earthlink.net>
Las Vegas, NV USA - Saturday, April 22, 2000 at 14:28:07 (EDT)

Oops there was a typo in my email address. Thanks
Saletta <gsmith10@telusplanet.net>
Calgayr, AB Canada - Friday, April 21, 2000 at 15:09:07 (EDT)

HI JOE, IAM TRYING TO LOCATE MY GRANDFATHERS FAMILY WHO ARE FROM RICCIA ITALY, I VISITED THERE LAST MAY AND WHEN WE WENT WHICH WAS ONA SUNDAY EVERYTHING WAS CLOSED. I WOULD APPRICATE IT VERY MUCH IF YOU CAN HELP ME OUT ON THIS MATTER I DON'T KNOW WHERE TO BEGIN TO LOOK WHEN I THINK IAM GETTING CLOSER THEN A BLOCK COMES AND I CAN NOT GO FURTHER MY GRANDFATHER CAME TO AMERICA SOMETIME IN THE 1900 BECAUSE MOST OF HIS CHILDREN WHERE BORN HERE IN PHILADELLPHIA (SOUTH PHILADELPHIA) AND HE NEVER SPOKE ABOUT ANY FAMIL IN ITALY. I DON'T EVEN KNOW IF HE HAD ANY BROTHERS OR SISTERS, LET ALONE A GREAT GRANDMOTHER GREAT GRANDFATHER I HOPE YOU CAN HELP ME. MY MOTHER WAS FROM THE SAME TOWN AND I FOUND SOME OF THE PEOPLE WITH THE SAME LAST NAME. IT FELT GREAT TO SEE THE TOWN WHERE MY GRANDPARENTS AND MOTHER, AUNTS AND UNCLES WERE BORN THAT IS ON MY MOTHERS SIDE.-
CONCETTA P MASCITTI <MASCITTI.CONCETTA@A1.DEO.STATE.PS.US>
CONSHOHOCKEN, PA USA - Friday, April 21, 2000 at 14:03:37 (EDT)

I am researching my father's side (my grandparents family) for Santo Lofaso and wife Nofria Mussumeli -- he is from Bolognetta Italy born May 4, 1887. He possibly entered this country aroud 1903. Any connections to the Lofaso clan let me know Thanks
NOREEN PALMA <dancenp@cs.com>
ny USA - Thursday, April 20, 2000 at 21:54:10 (EDT)

I am researching my family names: TERENZI, SCARPELLINI, GALLARI and TORRIANI. They should be from either FANO or PESARO. Any information would be wonderful. I am having one heck of a time!! Thanks Joe for your wonderful site!!
Kris Terenzi <KMTT33@aol.com>
Mansfield, Ma USA - Wednesday, April 19, 2000 at 16:59:13 (EDT)

Hi Joe: Great site-- I am trying to find my relatives in the US. My gr.grandparents - Saverio and Serafina Mancini came to WV around 1900 from Calabria Italy, they had 6 kids - Joe, Salvatore, Antonia, Catherine, Saletta and John (Giovanni). My grandmother, Saletta, married John Talerico and visited Italy in 1922, unfortunately because of the gov't at the time she could not and never did return. My mother married and moved to Canada in 1962. Any info would be nice. Apparently Serafina died in Detroit in about 1939 and Saverio died in 1929, I don't know where though. Thanks a bunch and keep up the great work!
Saletta <gsmith@telusplanet.net>
Calgary, AB Canada - Monday, April 17, 2000 at 22:17:12 (EDT)

Looking for anyone with knowledge of the names PALLAI and SEGHI in the Comune of Fanano, Province of Modena, Emilia Romagna. The time frame is early 1800's to early 1900's. Thanks
Jerry <gociao@cwnet.com>
USA - Saturday, April 15, 2000 at 00:22:32 (EDT)

Joe,wondering if I have any relatives left in Cercemaggiore. My grandfather was Gaetano Germano married Michelina Farinaccio who I believe was from Guldonia. He came to the United States around 1900 at the age of 30. I've heard of one brother named Michael and of a sister who at around the same time went to South America. My grandfather helped form the Cercemaggiore Association of Pennsylvania which celebrates the La Modonna Della Libera every year in Greensburg,Pa. Any information would be greatly appreciated.
Robert Germano <germwv@mteer.com>
Fairmont, WV USA - Thursday, April 13, 2000 at 23:43:39 (EDT)

I am looking for any informations on SCABORO family and his actually members everywhere (no Italy). Thanks for this opportunity. E-mail me.
Sandro SCABORO <sascab@libero.it>
Treviso, Italy - Sunday, April 09, 2000 at 16:42:52 (EDT)

in Italia hanno pubblicato il tuo sito, penso che qualcuno puo' dare risposte. bravo, auguri e ti visitero' ancora!
Alfredo Gargiulo <alfgargiulo@libero.it>
Genua, italy - Sunday, April 09, 2000 at 11:53:12 (EDT)

Joe: I was wondering if you could help me locate my great aunt Pollyanna. Actually, her name was not Pollyanna, it was Virginia. But we often called her Pollyanna because we enjoyed the ensuing confusion. She wasn't all there as she got older, you know. Actually you might not be able to help me because she was not Italian, or even Sicilian. She was Norwegian. Do you do Norwegian genealogy too? That is fantastic!! I don't think you look Norwegian though. Which is too bad because most Norwegians are very handsome...and have you seen those Norwegian women?? Wow!!! What lookers! Did I mention my great aunt Pollyanna/Virginia was a woman? She was!! Anyway, it probably wouldn't be of much help to you. Maybe if you did a search on the entire Delicto family you could come up with something. Probably not anything that would pertain to me though because Delicto is not my real name. I sometimes use it though, when I visit Italian genealogy pages. Does that count? Probably not. Anyway, be sure to visit my website (above) and leave me a message in my guestbook. Maybe you will see something on my page which will help you find my great uncle (did I mention that??) Pollyanna. Thanks again! Jon (Inflagrante Delicto) Anderson
Inflagrante Delicto <ID@theready.com>
Cheviford, Italy - Wednesday, April 05, 2000 at 10:22:00 (EDT)

looking for: DIPAOLA and MARINO families in BENEVENTO. I am great granddaughter of FRANCESCO and LILY MARINO who emmigrated from there to first Pennsylvania then Detroit.
Karen Papas <papas@iopener.net>
macomb, mi USA - Tuesday, April 04, 2000 at 18:12:56 (EDT)

i could be related as well as Louann Cofrancesco from san diego california
cofrancesco.joan
camillus, ny USA - Monday, April 03, 2000 at 07:43:18 (EDT)

This is my first visit to this website. I have been doing genealogy for about 5 years now. Thanks for all the great tips you've given me! I am searching for information on the family names AVALLONE and ALLOCCO and ESPOSITO. They are all from the Naples/Avellino area. Thanks a lot!
Rosanne <RosanneF_@excite.com>
Randolph, NJ USA - Friday, March 31, 2000 at 20:06:47 (EST)

Corvaia or Doglia Oliveri Scilia
Chris S. Sterner <history@fiber-net.com>
Spring Hill , FL USA - Friday, March 31, 2000 at 14:07:02 (EST)

I stumbled onto this site and am so happy I did! Thank you so much. I'm just now getting into my Italian ancestry.There is so much to see and do. I'm hooked!! I am originally from Chicago.
Rose DiCanio Reckas <azroze@hotmail.com>
Mesa, Az USA - Thursday, March 30, 2000 at 16:41:40 (EST)

I need help finding the meaning of my last name Ciaravino. I know it is Sicilian. Any help or missing relitives would be great!!
Emily Ciaravino <star22_em@hotmail.com>
USA - Tuesday, March 28, 2000 at 19:49:31 (EST)

Has anyone heard of the last name Ciaravino? Im wondering if it is a spin off from another name. I am pretty sure it is Sicilian. Does any one have a good idea? Please contact me if you do. By the way Joe, this is a really cool site, i appreciate it!
Emily Ciaravino <star22_em@hotmail.com>
USA - Tuesday, March 28, 2000 at 19:47:13 (EST)

Hello fellow Italians! I'm looking for information on the Palopoli family. My grandfather (Francesco) immigrated to the US from Calabria in the early 1900s. Any information on the name Palopoli greatly appreciated.
Cathy Palopoli <skybeing@hotmail.com>
Wilmington, DE USA - Friday, March 24, 2000 at 11:24:12 (EST)

Hello Joe from a fellow Joe! Any Ferrari's living in America who think they might have relatives by the same name over here in England? Yours, Joe Ferrari
Joe Ferrari <joe.ferrari@ecng.co.uk>
Norwich, UK - Friday, March 24, 2000 at 06:32:42 (EST)

So sorry, I forgot to mention Joe that your site has been an excellent place for me to get all Italian information, I visit it frequently and will continue to do so.
collette <rigbyrigerby@aol.com>
England - Thursday, March 23, 2000 at 09:09:27 (EST)

I would love for someone to help me find how my great,great grandfather came to England. cosmo devito from Naples around 1860-1870, I`ve searched and searched but all the geneology points to USA, can someone help????
collette <rigbyrigerby@aol.com>
england - Thursday, March 23, 2000 at 08:59:07 (EST)

Hi guys, I'm back and with great news. I have the original spelling of my family name. It is BOGGIANO. Italy>New York City. Looking to connect. Entry possibly around 1870 or earlier.
Susan <fbru239885@aol.com>
NJ USA - Thursday, March 23, 2000 at 02:21:35 (EST)

Hi, I am searching for any info. on the CHIESA family of GENOA, My family left Genoa in the late 1700's for Puerto Rico. Anyone who may have info. on the CHIESA name or anyone who knows history on Genoa in the late 1700's please e-mail. me. Thanks
Elisa Rodriguez <coqui115@hotmail.com>
Ft. Lauderdale, FL USA - Monday, March 20, 2000 at 14:16:49 (EST)

I am looking for information regarding my father's name of Comune. He was born in 1901 in the township of Casapulla, Province of Caserta, Region of Campania. His name was Domenico and his mother's name was Marianna Crocco, and his father's name was Francesco. I would appreciate any information that anyone provide on the Comune Family name. Thank you. Mike Comune
Michael D Comune <striperma@aol.com>
Brick, NJ USA - Monday, March 20, 2000 at 13:20:40 (EST)

Greetings from Australia. Was pleased to come across your website. My grandfather VITTORIO BRACCO, was born in/ lived in Genova ( ? born 1900-1915). My grandmother who was french met him when he was visiting Australia about 1930. They married and went back to Genova. She left with my mother, when things "became politically difficult" in the lead up to World War 2. They did not see each other again. He died at around age 40. That's all I know, and am now rearching this part of my family history. Any help or suggestions most welcome. Regards, Antoinette.
Antoinette <antoinet@senet.com.au>
USA - Saturday, March 18, 2000 at 01:17:47 (EST)

Dear Joe, the name of my city is like your surname (Valguarnera Caropepe). Your site is OK!!
Sebastiano Giarrizzo <caropepe@tiscalinet.it>
Valguarnera Caropepe, Sicily Italy - Wednesday, March 15, 2000 at 05:28:24 (EST)

I am looking for any information regarding Lorenco Fava born in the lucca area. I have no information on him except that he was married to Mildred Thornbrough and lived in san francisco, where my father was born.I beleive his father's name was Felix..that is all I know.HELP
patricia fava whitaker <pattyinsl@juno.com>
san leandro, ca USA - Tuesday, March 14, 2000 at 04:39:13 (EST)

I'm looking for any information I can get. Even if you can refer me to a Geneologist I can hire. My Grandfather was born in Alatri, Italy. His name was Cesare Coccia. He changed it to Chester when he became a citizen. His Father was also born in Alatri. His name was Giovanni Coccia. His father was Matteo Coccia. I have their birth certificates. But that's as far as I could get. I don't know if Matteo was born there also or not. If you could help me I would appreciate it very much! Thank You. Alice Coccia
Alice Coccia <AMC126@aol.com>
Saugus, MA USA - Saturday, March 11, 2000 at 23:36:23 (EST)

Born Cattolica Eraclea, Province of Agrigento. Mother Domenica Mormina, Father Antonino Bongiorno. Grand-Parents are (Father's side) Angela Renda and Matteo Bongiorno and (Mother's Side) Francesco Mormina and Anna Scarpa. Any relatives of this family is welcome to send info. Ciao and Good Luck!!!
Anna Maria Bongiorno <annamaria.bongiorno@sympatico.ca>
Montreal, Canada - Friday, March 10, 2000 at 22:00:36 (EST)

Looking for any information on Vittorio Truncali,Paoula Augello the region they come from is Caltabalotta, province of Argrentio, Scicly.
Mary Truncali <bella32229@aol.com>
Bristol,, CT USA - Friday, March 10, 2000 at 20:29:20 (EST)

Surnames= LIMA, PANTINA, LAPONIA, INCERREFUTO, GAROFALO & REA. LIMA, PANTINA & LAPONIA from Polizzi Generosa, Palermo, Sicily. INCERREFUTO & GAROFALO from Partinico, Palermo, Sicily. REA from Arpino, Frosinone, Lazio. thanks
Jean Bodenstedt <vjean2@hotmail.com>
Madison Heights, MI USA - Thursday, March 09, 2000 at 19:49:19 (EST)

TRYING TO FIND MY FATHERS PEOPLE IN CITTANOVA REGGIO CALABRIA,GENTILE,DONT KNOW GRANDFATHERS FIRST NAME BUT MY FATHER CAME OVER IN 1916 AND LEFT HIS FAMILY THERE.HIS PARENTS ARE ALL GONE NOW BUT I WOULD LIKE TO FIND OUT THE HISTORY OF THEM AND THE GREAT GRANDPARENTS. THANKS
ANNA JORDAN <AMJ@ATLANTIC.NET>
HOMOSASSA, FL USA - Wednesday, March 08, 2000 at 17:59:50 (EST)

I would appreciate any information on the Cordioli families. My grandfather was Eugene Cordioli and my grandmother, Celestina (Toya) Cordioli. They both came from Italy and settled in Sonoma, California and then in Morgan Hill, CA.
Shirley H. <squirley@mciworld.com>
San Jose, CA USA - Wednesday, March 08, 2000 at 17:26:47 (EST)

Looking for information on DIVARCO, TORNABENE families. Vincenzo DiVarco emigrated from Sicily and married Frances Tornabene, who emigrated from Sicily through Louisiana. Vincenzo had a brother who came to the US then returned to Sicily.
Pat DiVarco <patd818@yahoo.com>
Chicago, 8il USA - Monday, March 06, 2000 at 16:37:33 (EST)

I' looking for any information about my Sicilian ancestors. My father's name is Guiseppe (Joseph) LaNovara (Lanovara) from Siculliana near Agrigentto, Sicily. His father's name was Domenic and his mother's name was Leanarda. Guiseppe came to New York around 1909-10. My mother's maiden name was Maria Augello, her fathers name was Vincenzo and her mother name was Antonia. They were from Montallegrio, Sicily also near Agrigento. They also came to America (New York) around 1910. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Joe, I really think your site is great!
Mary <bunny0205@webtv.net >
USA - Monday, March 06, 2000 at 01:50:02 (EST)

Just checking For now.
Joseph V. DiFiore <j.difiore@gte.net>
Wickliffe, Oh USA - Sunday, March 05, 2000 at 17:04:30 (EST)

I am looking for my relatives! the last name is Chenia(sp). The name was changed to Jenia. Any info, please mail me
Lisa Jenia <Rangerdago@aol.com>
Ramsey, mn USA - Saturday, March 04, 2000 at 01:05:56 (EST)

I am looking for my relatives! the last name is Chenia(sp). The name was changed to Jenia. Any info, please mail me
Lisa Jenia Schiller <Rangerdago@aol.com>
Ramsey, mn USA - Saturday, March 04, 2000 at 01:04:25 (EST)

Researching the names Pallai and Seghi in the Emilia Romagna Region, Province of Modena and the towns of Fanano and Ospitale and any town in that area.
Jerry <gociao@cwnet.com>
USA - Wednesday, March 01, 2000 at 01:08:19 (EST)

I am looking for my Grandfather's descendants. I believe they are in Rome. My Grandfather - John Cachia was born in Benghazi - Libia and was moved to Malta on the death of his father to live with his grandmother. His mother married in Libia a D'Alessandro and moved to Rome where she had a second family. One of the younger boys was called Pino. He often came here for his summer holidays probably in the 1930's. Over the years we have lost contact and I would appreciate if anyone could help me. Monday February 28 2000
monie <mq@vol.net.mt>
naxxar, nxr09 malta - Monday, February 28, 2000 at 17:15:38 (EST)

I am looking for my Grandfather's descendants. I believe they are in Rome. My Grandfather - John Cachia was born in Benghazi - Libia and was moved to Malta on the death of his father to live with his grandmother. His mother married in Libia a D'Alessandro and moved to Rome where she had a second family. One of the younger boys was called Pino. He often came here for his summer holidays probably in the 1930's. Over the years we have lost contact and I would appreciate if anyone could help me. Monday February 28 2000
monie <mq@vol.net.mt>
naxxar, malta - Monday, February 28, 2000 at 17:14:01 (EST)

I am looking for my Grandfather's descendants. I believe they are in Rome. My Grandfather - John Cachia was born in Benghazi - Libia and was moved to Malta on the death of his father to live with his grandmother. His mother married in Libia a D'Alessandro and moved to Rome where she had a second family. One of the younger boys was called Pino. He often came here for his summer holidays probably in the 1930's. Over the years we have lost contact and I would appreciate if anyone could help me.
monie <mq@vol.net.mt>
malta - Monday, February 28, 2000 at 17:12:43 (EST)

I am looking for my grandfather's family. His half brothers and their descendants. Probably living in Rome. His name was John Cachia, born in Banghazi - Libia. On the death of his father, he was brought to Malta to live with his grandmother. His mother remarried in Benghazi a D'Allessandro and moved to Rome. Where she had a second family. One of the younger boys was called Pino who regularly came to Malta on holiday in the early 1900. I have very little information as over the years we lost contact. Could anyone help me please?
monie <mq@vol.net.mt>
malta - Monday, February 28, 2000 at 17:00:19 (EST)

Looking for: Castiglione from Belsito, Calabria; LaBatessa from Termini Immerese; Rocca from Belsito,Calabria; Allarlo from Sicily?; Di Francesca from Cefalu, Sicily; Di Fatta, from Cefalu, Sicily. Thanks
Susan <SusanF38@AOL.COM>
USA - Friday, February 25, 2000 at 22:00:03 (EST)

Great site! Looking for information on the surnames MAGGIO and GIARDINO. My great grandmother was born in Naples in 1850. Her givin name was Angelena, surname unknown,. My great grandfather was born in 1850 in Palermo, Sicily. His name was Giovanni Maggio. He died in 1907. My grandmother was born in 1892 in Messina, Sicily. Her name was Concetta Caciatto (?) Arrived in Boston in 1903. She died in 1912 at twenty years of age, during childbirth. Grandfather was born in 1889 in Messina. His name was Louis (Luigi)Maggio. Arrived in Boston in 1903. They had two sons, Leo and John. Louis died in 1968. His sister, Concetta Maggio, married Frank Giardino. Thank you. If any additional info is available, it would be appreciated. May10ec@usit.com
Robert L. May <May10ec@usit.net>
Greeneville, TN USA - Thursday, February 24, 2000 at 09:21:34 (EST)

I was born in Naples Italy March 1945 and separated from my brother (Frank) when i was very young and brought to America by my mother. Am seeking my brother Frank. Mother's name was Cecilia, Father's name Nunziato.
Michael Barletta <mlbarlett@aol.com>
Norwalk, CT USA - Wednesday, February 23, 2000 at 15:26:51 (EST)

Take a look at the Ustica page at www.ustica.org. Chris Caravella has documented thousands of people from this tiny island off Sicily. I found my entire family tree there. Be sure and visit the "Genealogy" pages.
Bill Principe <principe@soca.com>
La Cañada, CA USA - Wednesday, February 23, 2000 at 15:09:46 (EST)

Take a look at the Ustica page at . Chris Caravella has documented thousands of people from this tiny island off Sicily. I found my entire family tree there. Be sure and visit the "Genealogy" pages.
Bill Principe <principe@soca.com>
La Cañada, CA USA - Wednesday, February 23, 2000 at 15:09:08 (EST)

I am hoping someone can give me some information on my great grandmother's hometown, Avezzano, Italy. I believe it is near Rome, but I am afraid that is all I know. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Jennifer Stechschulte <jensteck_99@yahoo.com>
Columbus Grove, Oh USA - Tuesday, February 22, 2000 at 03:12:01 (EST)

Looking for relatives:My fathers side is SALVO from Messina,Sicily. STAINO from Calabria. My Mothers side is OGNIBENE, LORELLO,MUSSO, SCAFIDI from Palermo,Sicily. Came to USA approx. early 1900's, settled in Philadelphia,Pa.
Joann Salvo <joannsalvo@aol.com>
Barrington, NJ USA - Monday, February 21, 2000 at 12:20:11 (EST)

I am trying to research my mothers parents. Grandfather was Giuseppe Tait. I believe he came to Hazelton, Penn from Mezzolombardo to work the coal mines. Does anyone know about the Tait family?
sdunmire <sandyjdee@msn.com>
USA - Sunday, February 20, 2000 at 01:27:51 (EST)

Would like iformation about the Peruzzi family who lived in Paderno del Grappa, Italy. I have located relatives but would like more history. Also, my fathers family. His name was Sebastiano Dalla Lasta. I did trace back to l5th century and found a Martin Dalla Lasta. Any help is welcome.
Marie Roberts <mroberts @hdo.net>
Alturas, Ca. USA - Friday, February 18, 2000 at 17:56:32 (EST)

I AN TRYING TO REASERCH MY MOTHERS FAMILY AS WELL AS MY COUSINS FAMILY SCALLATINO IS THE FAMY NAME AS WELL AS SAIIA. I KNOW I HAVE FAMILY FROM NAPLES,ITALY AND SICILY.IF ANYBODY HAS ANY IDEAS ON HOW TO GET INFO ON BOTH FAMLYS I WOULD BE GREALY HAPPY FOR ANY HELP THANK YOU NICE SITE JOE CARYN
CARYN <major@javaquest.com>
GERMANTON, NC USA - Thursday, February 17, 2000 at 16:27:42 (EST)

Iam researching wifes side of family,her grandfather and grandmother were Joseph and Concetta Caffro Marino (Murrie) on her fathers side of family,immigrated around 1900 from Naples and her grandparents on her mothers side of family were Joseph and Chiarina DeBerdinas Farchione who were from Roccomorice,Italy who immigrated in 1907.
Jerry Dowd <rosc98@pcom.net>
Lockport, NY USA - Wednesday, February 16, 2000 at 19:11:55 (EST)

Looking for information aboutmy grandparents Anthony and Angelina Gucciardo who lived in Termini Imerese,Sicily. They may have been killed during the Allied bombings of WW2.
Anthony Gucciardo <tonybarb@capstonebank.com>
Watseka, Il USA - Tuesday, February 15, 2000 at 14:37:50 (EST)

I'm back again looking for maps of Italy. Got some great ideas!! I'm looking for the names MASCIANTONI, AMICUCCI, GUAGENTI, and ZAZAGNINI. I think that MASCIANTONI is from the Toscana Region(Tuscany). If you have any comments please write. Thanks!!
Ramona MASCIANTONI George <bbg1@tritel.net or ramonamg00@tritel.net>
Powell, WY USA - Tuesday, February 15, 2000 at 00:10:57 (EST)

Wow! I haven't checked in for a long time, hardly recognized the place! Nice work, Joe. Anybody in search of ancestors with surnames of Longatti, Franzoia or Franchi, please e-mail me. This would be for the regions of Piedmonte or Genoa, Lombardy, with emigration to the US and South America in the 1880's. Thanks!
Janet Longatti-Wallace <wallacej@jps.net>
Chowchilla, Ca USA - Monday, February 14, 2000 at 22:52:42 (EST)

Dear Joe, My Grandfather, Paolo Malizia, imigrated from Palermo Sicily to Montreal, Quebec, Canada around 1905. At the same time, His Brother Francisco imigrated to Argentina. I am interested to see if I can find any of the descendants of Francisco.
Joe Malizia <jmalizia@home.com>
Calgary, AB Canada - Monday, February 14, 2000 at 14:46:22 (EST)

Dear Joe, My Grandfather, Paolo Malizia imigrated to Montreal, Quebec, Canada around 1905. He had a brother Franscisco Malizia who imigrated to Argentina around the same time. I would be interested in tracing Franscisco's Family.
Joe Malizia <jmalizia@home.com>
Calgary, AB Canada - Monday, February 14, 2000 at 14:37:16 (EST)

This is a correction to my past entry I misspelled one of the names I am searching for. The correct spelling is ARCODAIACONO,RAFAELA IS HER FIRST NAME. I am also searching for any possible info on the name MENNINO, first name Domenic I beleive he was born in grottaminarda, prov. avellino he was my great grandfather I don't have any birth date for him. My other great grandfathers name was NICOLE GRILLO he was born in S.ANGELO DEL LOMBARDI I have no birth date for him also. Any info greatly appreciated.
Maria Day <gingb99@hotmail.com>
Saugus, Ma USA - Saturday, February 12, 2000 at 21:53:19 (EST)

I am looking for any information on my grandparents. My grandfather's name is Franceso (Frank) Dalle Molle, born in 1889 in Lugo di Vicenza, Italy, my grandmother is Regina Salomoni born in 1895 in Lugo di Vicenza, Italy. Both came to the US in and around 1915 and 1919. Any help would be appreciated! Thank you
Sarah Parish <mtnwoman@gte.net>
Leavenworth, WA USA - Saturday, February 12, 2000 at 19:37:13 (EST)

researhing the surnames daloise.sammartino vecchearelli cattolina all from around agnone ,molise ciao angelo daloise
angelo daloise <bigangd@aol.com>
niagara falls, ny USA - Saturday, February 12, 2000 at 16:03:32 (EST)

Researching my family names: ANDREINI and RUM. Both families from Isola del Giglio, Tuscany. I have loads of info to share and need additional info to fill in my gaps.
Diana <oidesofmarch@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, February 12, 2000 at 07:21:04 (EST)

Really enjoy your site.Can anyone tell me what happened to "Godmother's Sicilian Social Club"It seems to have gone from web.
Jean Buscemi Kuntz <jkuntz@webtv.net>
St. Clair,Michigan, Mich. USA - Friday, February 11, 2000 at 22:16:10 (EST)

I am new to this, but I am enjoying this website thank you Joe. I am looking for any links to the names Arcodaicono, Grillo and Raimondi Giuseppe Raimondi was my great grandfather Born in 1857 in Grottaminarda Prov.Avellino Naples I don't know if he had any brothers or sisters. Any info greatly appreciated. Thanks
Maria Day <gingb99@hotmail.com>
Saugus, Ma USA - Thursday, February 10, 2000 at 21:08:13 (EST)

updating the information as I now have my own e-mail, on my request for information concerning Josephine Adelaide Migliori.She was born in 1859( ? Italy or england ) and died in england in 1917. She married an Isaac Manley in 1891 in Liverpool Uk, but her son Robert Haines Migliori ( my grandfather) had been born three years previously. there was no mention of the fathers name, however, it was common apparently in those days to utilise the second christian name as being the biological father. On the marriage certificate her deceased fathers name was Federique Migliori. Due to the illegitimacy of my Grandfather, it has been difficult to trace accurately any more information concerning her past. Funnily enough there was a Haines, at the same time, in the same area of liverpool, who was a Mariner. Maybe, her father brought her over from Italy, and he was the boyfriend! Anyway, we would obviously be interested in any information. thanks.
David Manley <dave@whitfield29.totalserve.co.uk>
liverpool, england - Thursday, February 10, 2000 at 11:40:17 (EST)

I am researching the COLANGELO surname and would appreciate any information that anyone may have to offer. Please feel free to email me.
Tony Colangelo <brokenrose@newwave.net>
WV USA - Wednesday, February 09, 2000 at 21:15:28 (EST)

I am trying to get any info about my mothers birthplace which is in Montemarciano (The Marche) and my father's birthplace which is San Marco in Lamis (Puglia).
Joe Nardella <nardella@worldnet.att.net>
Sacramento, CA USA - Tuesday, February 08, 2000 at 21:55:58 (EST)

I love this site!! I have been trying to trace my family for years. I hope I can get lots of good information from here THANKS!!
Ramona Masciantoni George <ramonamg00@tritel.net>
Powell, WY USA - Tuesday, February 08, 2000 at 00:41:29 (EST)

Relatives in Aquila, and Celano a la provigia de la Abruzzi and possible in Rome. Mons last name was Antidorma her dad Giovanni. It would be great to know. I was there WW11 no contact was available. Grazia Mom/LuigiDad
John (Giovanni)S.Paris <Lakeside209@aol.com>
Windham, ME USA - Monday, February 07, 2000 at 21:40:09 (EST)

Looking for any information on Lauletta and can provide you with any information that I have. Let me know at clauletta@yahoo.com.
Cynthia Lauletta <clauletta@yahoo.com>
Kimberton, PA USA - Monday, February 07, 2000 at 17:24:25 (EST)

Sorry, I forgot to include family names. Campisi and Di Giovanni
Tommy Campis <tc66442@mindspring.com>
Birmingham, Al USA - Sunday, February 06, 2000 at 08:33:07 (EST)

I am seeking family info from Sicily about grandfather and great grandparents from Bisacquino.
Tommy Campis <tc66442@mindspring.com>
Birmingham, Al. USA - Sunday, February 06, 2000 at 08:29:41 (EST)

Forgot to add something on the last entry.... My grandmother' father(not sure of his first name), last name Cartoni or Cartone, left Celano for Argentina (approx. 1927?). After a while, they never heard from him again. Did he die? or did he remarry and start a new family? Any info would be greatly appreciated.
Laura Parisse <aparisse@sprint.ca>
ON CANADA - Wednesday, February 02, 2000 at 01:52:47 (EST)

My dad doesn't know much about his ancestry, therefore, neither do I. My grandmother is still alive, but I'm only half Italian and I grew up on English, so asking her is very difficult. If anyone has any info on my grandparents: Alessandro Parisse, born April 2, 1920, in a town called Pescina (L'Aquila, Abbruzzi), died 1984. AND Pasquina Cortoni (or Cortone), born October, approx. 1917, from a town called Celano (also L'Aquila, Abbrruzzi). She moved to Pescina when she married my nonno, where she still lives today. If anyone has any info, please let me know! Thanks.
Laura Parisse <aparisse@sprint.ca>
ON CANADA - Wednesday, February 02, 2000 at 01:40:40 (EST)

Joe, this site is wonderful.I will be coming back on a regular basis. I am in need of any information on Ciarletta (Charletta) My grandfather was Anthony Ciarletta, his father was Giovano Ciarletta. I am not sure but they might be from L'Aquila. If any one knows of this surname please help. I have little to go by...
Tommye <jbspears@iquest.net>
IN USA - Tuesday, February 01, 2000 at 19:41:42 (EST)

Searching Marsocci, Luminello from Tora e Piccilli,Caserta, Italy. Believed to have immigrated to US in 1893 under mother's maiden name of D'Elia village listed on ships list as Anzano. Does anyone know if that is near Tora? Could that have been where they boarded the ship or stayed before boarding. Looking for other Marsoccis/Luminellos. Also looking for the original spelling of Broganer born in NYC 1871,parents immigrated from Italy. Broganer/Cassenalo or Cassinelo or Cassenelo. Any help greatly appreciated. Please email me, thanks Susan
Susan <fbru239885@aol.com>
NJ USA - Thursday, January 27, 2000 at 22:50:35 (EST)

My Sister Patti and I are in the process of searching the genealogy sites for info on our Grandparents. Rinaldo Feudo, Giovanni(John)Feudo and Emilia Colsani Feudo, they came to the U.S. in the early 1900's from Robecchetto (MI), Italy. This is a small village northwest of Milan, anyone with any information about this area or these people, please drop me an email!
Susan Feudo <Talk2Moi@Prodigy.Net>
Corpus Christi, TX USA - Thursday, January 27, 2000 at 21:52:50 (EST)

You have a wonderful page ... loads of information. Thank you for the help!
Susan Feudo <Talk2Moi@Prodigy.Net>
Corpus Christi, TX USA - Thursday, January 27, 2000 at 21:49:31 (EST)

RESEARCHING THE RINI FAMILY FROM MENFI, SICILY MOST COMMON GIVEN NAMES ARE ANGELO, ONOFRIO, VITO OTHER SURNAMES ARE ROTOLO, BUSCEMI, PASQUA
AUDRY RINI <RINIA@LIEBERMANRESEARCH.COM>
BAYSIDE, NY USA - Thursday, January 27, 2000 at 17:01:08 (EST)

Great Grandfather Frank Tramontin, married Lucy Franchescina, both born in Cavasso, Italy. They came to America on Sun. Dec. 7 1884 and lived in Iron Mountain Mich. and then Chisholm Minn.Is there anyone that can help me in more info. on them as I am just starting to search...thanks.....Joanne
Joanne <jtap@ecenet.com>
Princeton, Mi USA - Tuesday, January 25, 2000 at 21:12:47 (EST)

I did not give my complete e-mail address in the previous message. Regret the lapse
Vincent Groppi <Harding Dr6@aol.com>
Berkeley Heights, NJ USA - Monday, January 24, 2000 at 16:07:01 (EST)

Researching the Groppi family who settled in the Paterson, New Jersey area around 1911-1915. Grandparents Berardo & Eleanora Groppi with four sons Allessandro, Victor, Emil & Mario and tow daughersand Gemma and Catherine. Your assistance will be appreciated. Thank you, Joe for providing this great page
Vincent Groppi <HardingDr6>
Berkeley Heights, NJ USA - Monday, January 24, 2000 at 16:02:54 (EST)

Searching for CORALUZZI information. Philip born Palermo, Italy 1874, deceased March 4, 1947. Married Philamina Grassio of Palermo born 1881, deceased 1932. They had three children - Harry, Carmella, and Rose.
Mary Ann Baker <chairbak@snip.newt>
Swedesboro, NJ USA - Monday, January 24, 2000 at 14:16:00 (EST)

Searching for COLELLA, MILONE, SACCHI, POTALIVO, Alexander Colella born Jan 6, 1882 Married Maria Iannacone born December 23, 1882, both from Venafro, Abruzzi. Francesco (Frank Milone) born November 5, 1889, married Marion Potalivo born October 31, 1899 both form Montenero diBisaccia, Abruzzi. Guiseppe Potalivo born Jan 6, 1871 married Mariantonia Sacchi born July 11, 1883, both from Montenero DiBisaccia. All lived Philadelphia, PA
Mary Ann Baker <chaibak@snip.net>
Swedesboro, NJ USA - Monday, January 24, 2000 at 14:10:52 (EST)

I am researching my family. Its a tough one and I would appreciate any help from anyone. The name is Broganer and its not the original spelling. That I would like to find out. My gr-grandfather married a Marie Cassinello. My grandfather was born in New York about 1870. They lived their all their lives. I told you it was a toughy, but there is someone out there that can help, I just know it. I like your site and keep up the good work. I'll be back. email me if you can advise me. Thanks
Susan <fbru239885@aol.com>
NJ USA - Saturday, January 22, 2000 at 01:08:31 (EST)

I am searching for information regarding the Sicilian surnames of Pecoraro, Barbaccia, Cottone, or Greco. I would appreciate any info because I am trying to trace my family tree. All the names listed above were from Sicily, I am just not sure where. All these people ended up in the U.S. during the late 1800's and early 1900's. Thanks
Cathie Pecoraro <pecorac@zip.arc.losrios.cc.ca.us>
USA - Friday, January 21, 2000 at 20:26:03 (EST)

This is a test of my guestbook.
Joe Caropepe <joe@caropepe.com>
Austin, TX USA - Friday, January 21, 2000 at 15:20:20 (EST)

searching for CORONA and RINALDI from st ilario d'enza...
Werder <jeje@politician.com>
Chassey, FR FR - Monday, January 17, 2000 at 10:33:56 (EST)

I am looking for any information regarding Rosena TONELLI born in Marignsno, Fabio MURATORI from Campobasso, and Guilio and Gina MAZZUCCO who died in the Vaiont Damn Flood (1963) in Longarone.
Gail Hornkohl <Edgailh@aol.com>
USA - Monday, January 17, 2000 at 10:03:50 (EST)

Looking for TERRAZZANO and MATTERA from Casamicciola, Ischia and FAZZI from Borgo a Mozzano, Lucca
Phyllis Rosania <arr@ntplx.net>
Newington, CT USA - Saturday, January 15, 2000 at 21:46:10 (EST)

trying to trace any relatives of adelaide migliori. this apparently is a northern italian name. she married in liverpool circa 1899 and died in 1912.
dave <phylis@whitfield29.totalserve.co.uk>
liverpool, uk. - Saturday, January 15, 2000 at 11:15:21 (EST)

Seeking lineage my grandfather ANDREA CESARANO (spelling on Natiz. papers) Born 17 Feb 1857 GRAGNANO (Napoli) To U.S. 4 March 1892 with wife Maria & sons Guisappie b Mar 17 1887 & Carmine (my dad) b July 22 1889 italy Just getting started NEED a push ...JOE THANKS FOR THE PAGE HAPPY 2000 GOD BLESS ALL
Carmine Ciserano <carm@hughes-treitler.com>
Levittown, ny USA - Thursday, January 13, 2000 at 16:14:19 (EST)

Researching ZAPPA, DEANGELO, RICCI, PERELLA, PUGLIONE Families. DeAngelo, Perella and Puglione families were from Castel del Giudice, Aquila Abruzzi, Italy. DeAngelo's were from Vacarenza Cosenza, Italy. Specifically looking for any information on Filomena Perella born on August 8, 1857. Her mother was Maria Nicola Puglione and her father was Carl Perella. Any help on these individuals would be greatly appreciated.
Debbie Cramer <dcramer@vistacenter.com>
Minneapolis, MN USA - Friday, January 07, 2000 at 20:12:24 (EST)

Hi - I've been trying to locate any distant relatives from my family. My maiden name is RODINO. I know that my great grandfather, CONO RODINO, immigrated here in the early 1900's and my great grandmother, ROSALIE, (Don't know maiden name) came here a short time later. I am having great difficulty locating any information on either of them. I know that I have great Aunts and Unlces still living in the NEW JERSEY area. My grandfather's name is ANTHONY G. RODINO. If anyone has any information or who might be related to me I would like very much to hear from you. Thanks
Lisa Marie Walsh <walshlm@webjogger.net>
NY USA - Friday, January 07, 2000 at 08:28:40 (EST)

First, i would like to say that your information has given me some insight to helping to locate my family. I am looking for ancestors from the towns of marignella, luiano and other surrounding areas of napoli. my family names are Lomabardi and esposito and colasante. all who came to ny in the Ozone Park Queens ny area. thanks sam esposito
sam esposito <samesposito@aol.com>
ozone park , ny USA - Friday, January 07, 2000 at 07:35:18 (EST)

Hi Joe. Thanks for putting together this informative site! I've just started my search and I know it won't be easy because my grandfather's name, Languis, was said to have been butchered in immigration in the early 1900's. My grandmothers maiden name was Comiti. They both came from Santa Theresa Gallurda in Sardegna. I believe I still have cousins there and would very much like to find them. If anyone out there can point me in the right direction, I'd be most appreciative. I've already been to POINT and PIE sites. In the meantime, I'll just keep surfing and searching. Good luck to all!
Nikki Languis <cripchick52@yahoo.com>
Orlando, FL USA - Monday, January 03, 2000 at 11:05:37 (EST)

I need help finding my ancestors. I am looking for Anthony, Dominica, and Joseph (Fortunatu is his birth name) Cardinale. I know they came to America from Italy in 1906. No one in my family knows anything about them. They kept their past a secret. I just want to know where my roots came from and what the secret was. If anyone has any information they wouldn't mind sharing with me, please e-mail me. Thank you.
Kessie Andrus <peachesncream66@webtv.net>
Auburn, ny USA - Sunday, January 02, 2000 at 18:28:50 (EST)