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Remembering Cav. Gene Mariani submitted by The Italian Club of St. Louis
Cav. Gene Mariani, President Emeritus of the Italian Club of St. Louis, passed away on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at the age of 91. Everyone who met Gene quickly learned of his love for his Italian ancestry, and, quite frankly, his love for all things Italian. He became one of the most iconic faces among Italian Americans in St. Louis. To know Gene would be to understand that he was truly a Renaissance man! Gene was born on May 6, 1932, to Gino, an Italian immigrant from Valdottavo in the Province of Lucca, and Lina Barsanti Mariani, whose family came from Bagni di Lucca. He grew up in south St. Louis along with his younger brother James. His parents instilled in him and his brother a deep respect for education. After spending his freshman year at the old South Side Catholic High School (later called St.
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Mary’s), his mother enrolled him in Saint Louis University High School. He often said that attending SLUH was one of the greatest gifts his mother ever gave him. After SLUH, he studied Industrial Engineering at Saint Louis University. While in college, Gene was a member of the Air Force ROTC. Upon graduation in 1954, he and Susan Dolan, his high school sweetheart, were married, and they had five children: Linda, Lisa, Karen, Julia, and Tony. Gene went from his college ROTC days to being a 2nd Lieutenant who proudly served his country during the years of the Korean War. After leaving the Air Force, Gene began an extensive career in the field of engineering. A man of his generation, he, Sue, and their young children, moved about the country for his career, including Indianapolis, Cincinnati, and Memphis. Gene and family returned to St. Louis when he joined Arthur Anderson as a consulting engineer. Gene eventually took a job with Metal Goods, a division of the former Alcan Aluminum. During his long tenure at Metal Goods, Gene earned his master’s degree in industrial engineering from Washington University. This afforded him the opportunity to become an adjunct professor in Washington University’s engineering department, which he did for 37 years. Teaching became a passion for him. Upon retirement from his business career, Gene earned his PhD in Engineering Management from the University of Missouri-Rolla at the
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age of 65. At the time, he was the oldest PhD graduate in the history of the school. He then began his second career as a fulltime professor at Washington University. One of the highlights of his life was his two semesters of teaching in the Webster University MBA program in China. He taught one semester in Shanghai, and another in Chengdu. His love of all things Italian became an ever-present force in Gene’s life. Gene and his father Gino, who had served as an Italian Bersagliere in World War I, made numerous trips to Italy. They would rent a car and visit the cities along the Gothic Line, the German defensive line of the Italian Campaign during World War II. Gene was enrolled in an Architecture and Urbanism class with Dr. Udo Kultermann at Washington University while studying towards his master’s degree in engineering, even though architecture was his true passion. During one semester the focus of his research was “‘The History of the Monument to King Victor Emmanuel II,” a building in Rome sometimes referred to as the “wedding cake” or “the typewriter.” As a prominent engineer of Italian ancestry, Gene and his family were given a once in a lifetime tour of the monument in 1992. In fact, when approaching the uppermost terrace from a winding staircase, one of his children reached up to touch a horse’s hoof of the stately bronze quadriga before the guard shooed them back down the steps. Continued on page 5
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Continued from page 1 Gene wrote an extensive 50+ page paper for his class, no doubt deserving the highest grade. Gene had also joined the Italian Club of St. Louis, an organization that he would take to new heights. Gene was not simply a long-term member and supporter of the Italian Club; his leadership was truly the driving force behind its revitalization and growth into its current identity. He was always proud of the Club, yet modest about his role in its success. In its inception in 1922, the Italian Club of St. Louis, a club of professional men with Italian ancestry, devoted themselves to supporting each other and hosting visiting dignitaries from Italy. One of the Club’s founders, Vincenzo Borghesi, was Gene’s uncle on his mother’s side. As President, Gene’s vision was to modify the Club’s mission towards educating its members about Italian culture, especially music, literature, visual arts, food, cities, etc. He supported Italian language programs and began a scholarship program for area schools. Gene was surrounded by devoted Club members and friends, including Cav. Armando Pasetti, Cav. Valerio Bianco, Mr. Ed Berra, Mr. Vito Tamboli, Mr. Pete Puleo, Cav. Aldo della Croce, Cav. Antonino Lombardo, Dr. Roger Gennari, Ms. Marianne Peri-Sack, Cav. Barbara Klein, and many others. Under Gene’s leadership, the Club adopted a new format for meetings: each month the members would meet and dine together at a local restaurant. After dinner, an expert on some aspect of Italian Culture would give a presentation. The Club continues to follow this format for many monthly meetings.
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fields and endeavors throughout the world. Gene’s father had previously received this same award. Gene was immensely proud when in 2005 the President of the Republic of Italy named him a Cavaliere of the Ordine Della Stella Della Solidarietà’ Italiana with all the rights of that Knighthood. And in 1996 the Italian Club of St. Louis recognized his contributions and achievements to the Italian American community of St. Louis with its Italian Heritage Award. Shortly afterwards, Gene was also proclaimed President Emeritus, a title that would be his for life.
Seated: Cav. Armando Pasetti, Cav. Antonino Lombardo, Cav. Joann Arpiani, and Msgr/Cav. Salvatore Polizzi Standing: Cav. Michael Lombardo, Cav. Valerio Bianco, Cav. Dante Marconi, Cav. Gene Mariani, Cav. Aldo Della Croce, Cav. Franco Giannotti, Consul General of Italy, and Cav. Joseph Colagiovanni Gene was preceded in death by his beloved wife Susan Mariani (nee Dolan); his parents Gino and Lina Mariani, and his brother James Mariani. He will be greatly missed by his dear companion Cynthia Stollhans; his children: Linda (Alan) Taege, Lisa (James) Carey, Karen Mariani, Julie (David Camp) Mariani and Tony (Sally) Mariani; his grandchildren Christopher, Ian, Michael, Leslie, Pia, Nick, Lauren, John, and Sam; his four great-grandchildren, and all other family members and friends who knew him. As Gene would say “Sempre Avanti – Always Forward” a phrase he coined as the motto for the Italian Club of St. Louis to commemorate its 100th Anniversary. ANNUAL ENROLLMENT OCT. 15 DEC. 7
Medicare Made Simple Dr. Roger Gennari, Mr. Vito Tamboli, Mr. Pete Puleo, and Cav. Gene Mariani When asked what his most important contribution was to the Italian Club of St. Louis, Gene responded with “ After giving that question much thought, I clearly believe it was when I was able to bring women as full members into the Club. I marvel when I think of the tremendous contributions of the many women as officers and directors, including our Past President Marie CucciaBrand, and our current President, Angela Pasetti Holland.” Joann Arpiani and Evelina Pasetti were the first female members in 1990. Gene’s numerous contributions to the Italian Club of St. Louis, and to the overall Italian community have been recognized both in St. Louis and in Italy. In 1992, he was awarded the Gold Medal Award called “Ai Lucchesi che hanno onorato l’Italia nel Mondo” by the President of the Chamber of Commerce of the city of Lucca, Italy. The award is presented to people of Lucchesi descent who have distinguished themselves through their work in various
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The National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) 48th Anniversary Gala, held on October 14, 2023, in Washington, D.C., at the Omni Shoreham Hotel, brought together a remarkable assembly of esteemed honorees, influential guests, and supporters to celebrate the rich heritage and achievements of Italians and Italian Americans. The evening was a resounding success, featuring a surprise appearance by the President of the United States, Joe Biden, alongside the First Lady, Dr. Jill Biden. The First Lady, Dr. Jill Biden, first took the stage to express her gratitude to the NIAF leadership team and the entire Italian American community. Her heartfelt remarks paid homage to the enduring values of Italian Americans and the importance of preserving and passing on this remarkable heritage to future generations. In a moving speech, she recounted her own family’s journey through Ellis Island, underscoring the shared values of loyalty, generosity, kindness, and faith that have been cherished by Italian Americans for generations. Dr. Biden conveyed her pride in serving as the first Italian American First Lady and the importance of keeping these values alive. The gala guests were then surprised when the First Lady called upon her husband to come to the podium. President Joe Biden lightened the atmosphere with his characteristic humor. He shared personal anecdotes from his life growing up in a neighborhood with a strong Italian American presence and humorously claimed that he deserved the Order of Sons of Italy Man of the Year award he once received. The President praised Italian Americans for their enduring contributions to art, literature, and culture. He cited Michelangelo’s dedication to setting angels free from marble as a metaphor for the Italian American spirit, and he commended the community’s relentless pursuit of excellence. The NIAF Gala honored several distinguished individuals, including Gerry Cardinale, Founder and Managing Partner of RedBird Capital Partners; Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1©; Veronica Berti Bocelli, CEO of Almud Music Editions and Vice Chair of the Andrea Bocelli Foundation; legendary musician and songwriter Neil Giraldo; and Dr. Sara Farnetti, an acclaimed medical doctor and scientist, for their outstanding achievements and contributions to various industries. Italian actress Cristiana dell’Anna, who portrays Saint Francis Cabrini in the upcoming film CABRINI, delivered an inspirational speech. The evening also celebrated the 100th anniversary of the Italian Air Force, with Lt. General Luca Goretti hinting at the possibility of the Frecce Tricolore flying the Italian flag over American skies in the future. Emilia-Romagna, the NIAF 2023 Region of Honor, was prominently featured, with Stefano Bonaccini, the region’s president, participating in a ceremonial opening of an 80-pound wheel of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese alongside the president of the Parmigiano Reggiano Continued on page 6
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DECESSI Cav. Eugene Mariani, President Emeritus of the Italian Club of St. Louis, passed away on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at the age of 91. Gene was not simply a long-term member and supporter of the Italian Club; his leadership was truly the driving force behind its revitalization and growth into its current identity. He was also proud of having been knighted by the Italian government— given the title of “Cavaliere”—for his work in our community. We will miss him. May he rest in peace.
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Continued from page 5 Consortium, Nicola Bertinelli. Also, during the gala, NIAF announced its newest partnerships with Aurelio De Laurentiis to offer grants to aspiring filmmakers and an accord with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to launch Roots Tourism in 2024 for Italian Americans. The gala was further graced by the presence of special guests, including Jimmy Pitaro, Chairman of ESPN and Sports Content at The Walt Disney Company; iconic race car driver Mario Andretti; Italian actress Cristiana d’Anna; and Grace Nelson, among others. The sold-out, star-studded event was made possible through the generous support of sponsors, including the region of Emilia-Romagna, RedBird Capital Partners, Blastness, Campari Group, Colavita USA, Ferrero GE Healthcare, Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria, Hassler Roma, Intesa Sanpaolo, Interstate Commercial Real Estate, Nero Group, Sbarro Health Research Organization, The Francesco and Mary Giambelli Foundation, and Three Chord Bourbon. For more information about the National Italian American Foundation and its initiatives, please visit niaf.org. About NIAF: The National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) is a nonprofit organization based in the United States that promotes Italian culture and heritage. Founded in 1975, NIAF has been a leading advocate for Italian Americans, preserving their legacy and promoting their contributions to the United States.
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The National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) is excited to announce that the upcoming NIAF Arizona Regional Gala is set to take place on January 27, 2024, at the luxurious Waldorf Astoria Arizona Biltmore Hotel. This prestigious event will recognize outstanding individuals for their contributions to the community while raising funds for two deserving nonprofit organizations. The 2024 NIAF honorees include Sheriff Paul Penzone, Maricopa County, Carla A. Consoli, Esq., Shareholder, May Potenza Baran, and Gillespie. Both individuals have demonstrated exceptional dedication to their fields, embodying the spirit of Italian American excellence. The gala will also present the 2024 Tomaso Maggiore Culinary Excellence Award to acclaimed Chef Gio Osso, owner of Virtu Scottsdale, and the 2024 Al Carfora Italian Heritage Award will be bestowed upon Phoenix City Councilman Sal DiCiccio. The evening’s proceeds will be dedicated to supporting Boys Hope Girls Hope of Arizona, the First Place Phoenix Transition Academy, and the NIAF Continued on page 8
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Continued from page 6 Scholarship Program. Boys Hope Girls Hope is a nonprofit organization dedicated to nurturing and guiding motivated young people in need, helping them become welleducated, career-ready individuals. The First Place Transition Academy, a nonprofit clinically operated by SARRC, offers a structured two-year program supporting independent living for adults with autism through its Learn4Independence® curriculum and ABA treatment. The reception on the Spire Lawn
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Welcome Neighbor STL’s Popular Holiday Cookie Packages Return
Welcome Neighbor STL, an organization that serves refugees and immigrants in St. Louis, has announced that their holiday cookie program featuring refugee and immigrant chefs from around the world will be returning this season. The holiday cookie packages will be available to pick up on December 6 and 23. 90% of the proceeds will go directly back to the chefs who prepared the desserts with their original recipes, and 10% will cover the cost of ingredients, kitchen rental, packaging, etc. The ServSafe-certified chefs include a team of five women from different countries. Last year, Welcome Neighbor STL offered one holiday cookie package and raised $10,000 through the program. This year, they will offer three different holiday cookie packages. Customers can choose between an Afghan and Syrian cookie box; a Syrian, Afghan, and Indian cookie box; and/or a Moroccan, Iraqi, and Syrian cookie box. Each box will contain 16 cookies from the countries and is $50. Visit the events page of Welcome Neighbor STL’s website to order the cookie boxes. Arezo Aryan is one of the chefs. “I am from Afghanistan. I have been in the USA since 2018. I love the rights and the job opportunities for women, so they can help other people. Thanks to all of you for supporting us,” she says. Ghaida Masrabi is another of the chefs. “I am from Syria, and I love baking. My mother and my husband taught me how to make cookies,” she says. Badur Mohamed is also one of the chefs. “I am from India. My family and I came to the USA in January 2012. We love St. Louis, and we love the kind and helpful people here,” she says. If you would like more information about Welcome Neighbor STL or to schedule an interview, please call or text Zohra Zaimi at 314-696-4793 or email zohra@welcomeneighborstl.org. About Welcome Neighbor STL: Welcome Neighbor STL partners with refugee and immigrant families, connecting them with people and opportunities that will empower them to build and live their best life in St. Louis. Learn more about the organization at WelcomeNeighborSTL.org.
Italian American Runners Excel in West Coast Championships submitted by Silvio Laccetti
It is rare to see Italian Americans achieve high marks in the sport of cross country. But this year is a memorable exception. Our greater community has two high-achieving stars: Matt Strangio and Robert Di Donato. Strangio is a junior at the University of Portland and is a resident of Folsom, California, just a short distance outside Sacramento, California. In high school, he was a three-time All-American and
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Matt winning the XC 10K championship for West Coast Conference a four-time state champion. In the 2023 college season, he got off to a slow start, having been laid up with a serious flu at the beginning of the season. But he battled back from disappointing performances all the way to becoming the 10K champion of the West Coast Conference. He followed that up with a silver medal in the NCAA West Regionals, finishing behind the reigning national 10k champion from Stanford. He won All-Regional All-Star honors in arguably one of the toughest NCAA regionals. In the final NCAA championship, he finished in the top third of all competitors. Robert Di Donato, a resident of
Matt Strangio, University of Portland, OR, resident of Folsom, CA Wyndmoor, PA, is a sophomore at Stanford University, where he was named last year as the top freshman XC runner in the PAC 12 conference. This year, he came on strong in the conference championships and finished in 7th place in the NCAA Western Regionals, earning similar honors to Strangio’s. He continued his strong performance into the National Championship race, finishing 49th in the country, just 9 places below the All American ranking. Both Matt and Robert will be competing next year in cross country and indoor/outdoor, and we can expect even stronger performances from them.
Now Open: Madrina by Courtney Kamm
A new Italian-American eatery opened its doors over Thanksgiving weekend at 101 W. Lockwood Ave. in Webster Groves. A group of notable St. Louis restaurateurs opened Madrina, a modern classic Italian dining experience, in the space where C.J. Mugg’s Bar and Grill once stood. Frank Romano, who co-owns The Parkmoor Drive-In, and Stanley Browne, who co-owns Robust Bistro & Wine Bar, teamed up to open the 5,000-square-foot restaurant that can seat over 130 people, plus a bar area and sidewalk terrace for outdoor dining. The pair said in a recent interview with Sauce Magazine that Madrina will call back to an earlier era in ItalianAmerican dining when diners could expect good food and service without excessive
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formality. “Really good, well-prepared food, timeless, polished service,” Romano said. “But without the checkered tablecloth!” Browne added.” On the menu, you can find all your favorites: pastas, pizza, burgers, steaks, and more! Head to their website (madrinastl. com) to view their full menu, and follow them on Instagram (@madrinastl) for updates on special events and more!
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On the enchanting afternoon of Saturday, November 4, 2023, Alexandra Marino and Semir Durmišević joyously pledged their love amidst the timeless beauty of The Jewel Box in Forest Park, Saint Louis, Missouri. Surrounded by family and friends, the couple embarked on their journey as partners in life. Following the heartfelt ceremony, a splendid reception unfolded at the Saint Louis Art Museum in Forest Park, adding an extra layer of elegance to their celebration. The newlyweds, radiating happiness, captured lasting memories at Piazza Imo and St. Ambrose Church on The Hill in St. Louis, Missouri. The picturesque backdrop showcased the couple’s love and commitment. Fueling the festivities, lunch from Anthonino’s Taverna on The Hill was shared among everyone on the party bus—a homage to Alexandra’s deep connection to The Hill, a place ingrained in her upbringing and Sicilian heritage. While Alexandra excels in her career as a dental hygienist, Semir, on the other hand, pursues his dream of traversing the United States as a truck driver. Currently residing in South County, Saint Louis, the couple shares a profound love for exploring diverse cultures and embarking on exciting travel adventures. In the lead-up to their nuptials, Alexandra was honored with a bridal shower at Carnivore on The Hill in August, hosted by her sister, mom, godmother, and aunts. Subsequently, an intimate bachelorette weekend unfolded in September in Scottsdale, Arizona, where Alexandra immersed herself in the vibrancy of a new city and savored the culinary delights of The Italian Daughter. Breaking away from tradition, Alexandra brought a unique touch to her bridal party by eschewing traditional flowers in favor of clutches. Crafted by Carina, a remarkable first-generation Italian motherdaughter duo, these clutches not only added a distinctive flair to the celebration but also reflected the bride’s individuality. Alexandra, the daughter of James and Linda Marino, holds dear the legacy of Cav. Antonino Lombardo and the late Lina Lombardo, her grandparents. Congratulations to the Durmišević couple on this extraordinary milestone in their journey of love and companionship!
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