THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 27, 2024 Page 7 Director of Veterans Affairs Antoine Coleman speaking at the podium. Mayor Carlo DeMaria speaking at the podium. DEDICATION | FROM PAGE 1 DiCato, who joined the Army at 17 and needed his parents to give their permission due to being below the age requirement at the time, served with honor during the Korean War. While serving, he was held as a prisoner of war (POW) by enemy forces. Rather than wilt under the grueling stress of being held as a POW, DiCato remained resolute. He remained true to himself and to his brothers-in-arms, despite the substandard living conditions he was forced to deal with. After he left Korea, DiCato returned to Everett to live and work and chase his version of the American Dream. He began working in construction and eventually opened his own business, Joe’s Fish & Tackle. He also married his sweetheart, Rita, and raised a family despite everything he had experienced. “Although the Korean War is often referred to as the forgotten war, Everett will never forget the sacrifice that Joseph DiCato made for our country,” said Mayor Carlo DeMaria. “He will always be remembered for his courage and tenacity as a great soldier and kindness and generosity of an even better family man.” 100 ACRE | FROM PAGE 6 or individuals and organizations that have made extraordinary contributions to The Angel Fund for ALS Research. The cost of the gala is $125 per person and includes dinner which begins at 7:00 p.m. Sponsors to date include Nigro, Pettepit and Lucas, Lucia Lighting, Solimine Funeral Homes and The Savings Bank. Corporate sponsorships are available for $5,000 (Gold Sponsorship), $2500 (Silver Sponsorship) and $1000 (Bronze Sponsorship). Advance reservations are required, and tickets must be purchased in advance online at www.theangelfund.org. Information about the gala or a corporate sponsorship can be obtained at www.theangelfund.org or by calling (781) 245-7070. Eastern Bank Building on Rte. 1S 605 Broadway, #301 * Saugus (781) 233-6844 www.bostonnorthdental.com Joseph Dicato, Jr. speaking at the podium. A photo of Joseph DiCato, Sr. that was on display during the ceremony. Dr. Priti Amlani Dr. Bhavisha Patel * Restorative Dentistry * Cosmetic Dentistry * Implant Restoration * Zoom Whitening * Teeth in a Day - All on 6 * Invisalign * CEREC Crowns (Single Visit Crowns) * Root Canal Treatment * Sedation Dentistry ~ Full Mouth Rehabilitation ~ Before A sign located at the corner of Chelsea Street and Partridge Terrace honors United States Army veteran Joseph DiCato, Sr. (Photos courtesy of the City of Everett) After
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