Vince Bova Memorial Award – Sons and Daughters of Italy

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.

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.

2025 Award Winner

At the 37th Annual Gala in March 2025, the highly coveted Vince Bova Memorial Award was presented to Cam Giavedoni.

At the presentation is (left to right) **Carmine Zirino,** President, Garibaldi Lodge, **Cam Giavedoni**, **Justin Bova,** PastPresident, Garibaldi Lodge.

Past Award Winners

2024 – Tom DeNardi

At the 36th Annual Gala in March 2024, the 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.

2023 – Franco Petrelli

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!

**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).

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.
The award is presented by (back) **Dino Petrelli** (President, Sons of Italy, Garibaldi Lodge) and **Joseph Monachino** (President, National Order Sons of Italy).

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

**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).

2014 – John Giavedoni

**John Giavedoni** (centre) was the recipient of the 2014 Vince Bova Award,
presented by (left) **Josie Cumbo** (President, National Order Sons of Italy) and **Franco Petrelli**
(President, Garibaldi Lodge).

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

**Reno Augellone** was the recipient of the 2010 Vince Bova Award

Previous Years

2009 – Joe Bova
2008 – Rocco Bueti
2007 – Joe Leuzzi
2006 – Vince Bueti
2005 – Tony Cesario
2004 – George Sotiriadis
2003 – Armando Nasuti
2002 – Ted Nocita
2001 – Lino Rutigliano
2000 – Randy Hapin
1999 – Pat Potenza & Rocco Macchia
1998 – Terry Ferraro & Reno Molinari
1997 – Peter Mignaccia