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From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
TRIBUTE TO THE LOBOSCO ASSOCIATION
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HON. MIKIE SHERRILL
of new jersey
in the house of representatives
Thursday, December 5, 2019
Ms. SHERRILL. Madam Speaker, I rise to honor and recognize the
history of the Lobosco Association, which will celebrate the 60th
Lobosco Association Christmas Party on December 8, 2019 in Fredon, New
Jersey. Four generations will gather to celebrate the strength of their
family. They remain bound by the ideals of the first Loboscos who
immigrated to this great nation and, through their sacrifices, enabled
their descendants to attain the American Dream.
The Association has helped the Loboscos support one another, gather
together, and strengthen the bonds of family. Family has been a
constant throughout the years. The Association's dedication to Italian-
American history and culture has kept its members deeply-rooted to
their shared ties and able to continue growing towards the future.
The Association began on April 28, 1957, when the descendants of
Michele and Vincenza Lobosco first organized the group. They formed the
Lobosco Association to strengthen the bonds of family and lend support
to one another. The family's journey to Paterson, New Jersey, began
with the early death of the family's patriarch, Michele. From their
humble beginnings in Sala Consilina, Italy, seven of the ten surviving
children came to Paterson to establish new roots and provide their
children with greater opportunities. Angelo came in 1912 at age 19,
followed by Rosario, Michele, Luigi, Giuseppina, Attilio, and Emilio.
They overcame language barriers and limited resources in a country that
considered them foreigners. Their family cohesion, drive, and
determination helped them to persevere and lay a foundation for a
prosperous future for their descendants. As the family grew, the
Association was formed to help maintain the close ties they shared.
To keep the family together, the Association has organized various
festivities, picnics, and trips, the most enduring of which is now the
annual Christmas Party. Since the first one on December 21, 1958, the
Lobosco Association Christmas Party has been an opportunity for
generations of Lobosco family members to share in the joy of the season
and family company. For 60 years, the descendants of Michele and
Vincenza have continued the tradition of a Christmas Party to instill
in younger generations an appreciation for the meaning of family. They
come to connect with seldom-seen family members, meet new ones,
celebrate their heritage, instill pride, and keep the family spirit
alive.
As Members of Congress, we have the deeply rewarding opportunity to
learn about and recognize groups like the Lobosco Association. They
represent great American stories. Their contributions have strengthened
this country for many years and will continue to strengthen it for many
years to come.
Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues in this chamber to join me in
recognizing the members and friends of the Lobosco Association and
wishing them a joyous 60th Lobosco Association Christmas Party this
holiday season.
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