The Beginning of a Legacy The values of honesty, hard work, and determination that Frank Russo, Sr. passed down to his three children (Frank, JoAnn, and George) are just the beginning of a continued legacy for the Russo’s. All three children began working with Frank and Joseph Russo at Villa Russo, and Il Palazzo Catering Hall from an early age; learning each position from the ground up and gaining the shared knowledge of both successful men.
Above: Commissioned Portrait of Frank Russo, Sr. (Photo: Infinity Photography, Inc.); Below: Frank Russo, Jr. with mother, Dolly, and brother, George Russo (Photo: Infinity Photography, Inc.)
The values and work ethic instilled in his children also helped the family to develop strong bonds. The Russo family has always been close, both at work and at home. As the three children grew into successful adults, it seemed clear that the entrepreneurial spirit and work ethic of their parents was alive and well in each of them. The children’s passion for working diligently toward their goals, contributing to the community, and being consistently focused on family are the three key elements of the Russo legacy.
George Russo George Russo began his law career working in the District Attorney’s office. However, as his passion for law quickly grew, George branched out and proudly opened his own practice in 2002. The Law Offices of George Russo & Associates, P.C. specializes in real estate law and represents both investors and lending institutions. In 2007, he expanded his concentration to become deeply involved in a variety of areas of negotiation on behalf of his clients; including handling legal needs for loan modifications, short sales and debt settlement. George does not strictly focus on his career as an attorney; however, in a commitment to his family and his father’s legacy, George took over Frank Russo, Sr.’s establishment, Villa Russo. With the help of his son, Paul, he not only owns Villa Russo, but runs the operations and manages the business. George and his brother, Frank Russo, Jr., began Angels On The Bay together many years ago in an effort to help children afflicted with disease and generally, to give back to the community that shaped them into the men they are. George displays an incredible passion for the organization and hosts fundraisers at Villa Russo each year to support local community hospitals. At his core, George is a passionate and kind man whose desire to help others and carry on his family legacy has greatly inspired his five children to keep the family legacy alive.
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