THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, APRIL 18, 2025 Page 13 The Spagnolo family — Brian, Gabriella, Jackson, brother Vincent and sister Connie Riley along with aunts, uncles and cousins — joined Mayor Patrick Keefe, Veterans Service Offi cer Julia Cervantes and state and local elected offi cials at the street sign dedication for US Army Vietnam Veteran SP4 Rosario “Joe” Spagnolo at the corner of Washington Avenue and Spagnolo Road. US Army SP4 Rosario “Joe” Spagnolo honored by the City of Revere R osario “Joe” Spagnolo died in April of 2024 from complications of Agent Orange from his time serving our nation in Vietnam. Upon his return to Revere, he entered the real estate business and developed the property located at 750 Washington Ave. in Revere. He also continued to serve in the community as a member of the Revere Fire Department. Last Saturday morning, SP4 Rosario Spagnolo was remembered for his exploratory service to our country and community by the unveiling of a street sign located at the corner of Washington Street and Spagnolo Drive. Mayor Patrick Keefe, Veterans Service Offi cer Julia Cervantes, State Representative Jessica Giannino, Revere Councillor-at-Large Anthony Zambuto and City Council Vice President Joanne McKenna (Ward 1) joined the Spagnolo family for the offi cial dedication of the street sign at the corner of Spagnolo Road to US Army SP4 Rosario “Joe” Spagnolo. Revere Veterans Service Offi cer Julia Cervantes led the opening of the dedication with the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Patrick Keefe addressed the Spagnolo family and those in attendance at the dedication ceremony last Saturday morning. State Representative Jessica Giannino thanked the Spagnolo family for the dedication and service to country and community that Rosario “Joe” Spagnolo had given during his lifetime. Brian Spagnolo (Rosario’s son) spoke about his dad and his dedication and love for the City of Revere. He recalled fond memories growing up as part of the community and thanked all for coming on a very rainy and cold April morning.
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