Vince Bova Memorial Award
He could always be found at social functions, volunteering his time and energy. He was a man who never asked for any credit, but he was always willing to lend a hand and share a smile. In Vince's memory, we now present this annual award to a member who works diligently behind the scenes as a dedicated participant in the Sons and Daughters of Italy. Previous winners of this award meet in secret to chose the annual winner. The name of the winner is not known to lodge members or executive prior to the announcement, so it is always a true surprise to the year's winner. 2024 Award WinnerAt the 36th Annual Gala in March 2024, the highly coveted Vince Bova Memorial Award was presented to Tom DeNardi.
At the presentation ceremony is (left to right) Carmine Filice, President, National Order Sons and Daughters of Italy, Tom DeNardi, Past President, Garibaldi Lodge, Carmine Zirino, President, Garibaldi Lodge, and Michael Polo, National President Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America. Past Award Winners2023 - Franco Petrelli Franco Petrelli (centre) was the recipient of the Vince Bova Award at the 35th Annual Sons of Italy Gala. The award is presented by (left) Carmine Filice (President, National Order Sons and Daughters of Italy) and (right) Mario Posillipo (President, Garibaldi Lodge). Franco has been an active member in the Garibaldi Lodge for many years, has served as our lodge President, volunteered for years on our Gala and is a very active Past President. Congratulations to Franco for his energy, drive and passion! 2019 - Tat-Liang Fabio Cheam
Tat-Liang Fabio Cheam (left) was the recipient of the Vince Bova Award at the 33rd Annual Sons of Italy Gala. 2018 - Angelo Costantini
Angelo Costantini (centre) was the recipient of the 2018 Vince Bova Award, presented by (left) Tom DeNardi (President, Garibaldi Lodge) and Joseph Monachino (President, National Order Sons and Daughters of Italy). 2017 - Alex Baksina
Alex Baksina (centre) was the recipient of the 2017 Vince Bova Award, presented by (left) Tom DeNardi (President, Garibaldi Lodge) and Joseph Monachino (President, National Order Sons of Italy). 2016 - lou caci
Lou Caci (centre) was the recipient of the 2016 Vince Bova Award, presented by (left) Franco Petrelli (President, Garibaldi Lodge) and Joseph Monachino (President, National Order Sons of Italy). 2015 - JUSTIN BOVA
2014 - JOHN GIAVEDONI
2013 - SALVATORE INFANTINO
Sal Infantino (left) was the recipient of the 2013 Vince Bova Award, presented by (middle) Tat-Liang Fabio Cheam (President, Garibaldi Lodge) and (right) Josie Cumbo (President, National Order Sons of Italy). 2012 - Cosmo Racano
Cosmo Racano (centre) was the recipient of the 2012 Vince Bova Award, presented by (left) Josie Cumbo (President, National Order Sons of Italy) and Justin Bova (President, Garibaldi Lodge). 2011 - ROBERT SCALETTA
Robert Scaletta was the recipient of the 2011 Vince Bova Award 2010 - RENO AUGELLONE
previous years2009 - Joe Bova |
In 1997, one of our beloved brothers, Vince Bova, passed away after a long battle with cancer. To know Vince was to know a man who exemplified the spirit of Sons of Italy. He was committed to the club in a manner that was beyond compare.
Justin Bova (centre) was the recipient of the 2015 Vince Bova Award, presented by (left) Franco Petrelli (President, Garibaldi Lodge) and Josie Cumbo (President, National Order Sons of Italy).
