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My friend Chris Cutler recently emailed me to let me know about a book written by former Pettorano sul Gizio resident Sebastian A. Santucci. While looking for the book, I found this description: During the second war, the town of Pettorano sul Gizio was very close to the action because of its proximity to the Gustav Line, a defensive position established by the Germans to slow down the advancing Allied forces. Pettorano’s geographic coordinates and its major transportation corridors, motivated the Germans army to set up a post in this locale. As the results of location and the German army presence, the town is rich in war history, including the evacuation of 4,000 souls when a major offensive was imminent. Some of the evacuees scattered into neighbouring outskirts, but most of them fl ed into the mountains near the village, seeking refuge. I have also added another story, which I share with at least 3,000 citizen of Pettorano sacrifices endured by their ancestors.
I am in the process of purchasing the book to add to my collection of history from this part of Italy. I will add some comments as I finish my reading. A special thanks to Chris for sending me the note. Also a special thanks to Mr. Santucci. I would love to visit with him one day. Enjoy your reading - Ciao!
The obit of Regina Santucci Ciccolella appeared in the Steubenville (Ohio) Herald Star on December 3, 1925
Mrs. Regina Ceccollali (name misspelled), aged 24 years, wife of John Ceccollali, Italian resident of 459 South Sixth street, this city, died this morning at 10:30 o'clock at the Gill hospital following a short illness with complications. The remains were brought to the Elliott funeral home, where funeral arrangements will be made. (Regina Santucci was the first wife of my grandfather John Ciccolella. He was born in Pettorano sul Gizio, Italy).
The obit of Liberate Santucci appeared in the Steubenville (Ohio) Herald Star on August 31, 1925
Mrs. Liberato Santucci, widow of Archangelo Santucci entered into rest at her home 476 South Sixth Street on Sabbath at 6:30 p.m. She was 85 years of age and hger death followed one week's illiness with a complication of ailments. She was born in Pettorano, Italy, and had resided here 22 years. These children survive, James Santucci, Joseph Santucci, Mrs. Anna Cicone, Mrs. Carmel Di Vittorio all of this city and one sister in Italy. The deceased was a devoted member of St. Anthony's church and was very highly respected in this community.
The obit of Agnes Anzuini Santucci appeared in the Steubenville (Ohio) Herald Star on April 8, 1964
Mrs. Agnes Santucci, 80, 529 Maxwell Avenue, passed away at 4:10 p.m., Monday, April 6, at the Ohio Valley Hoipltal. She was born March 21, 1884, in Pettorano Sul Gizio, Provience of Aquila. A daughter of the late Pete and Lorenza Ginetti Anzuini. She came to this country in 1908 and has always been a resident of Steubenville. She was married to the late Cesidio Santucci in 1908; he preceded her in death in 1958. Surviving are 1 son, Joseph Santucci, Indianapolis, Indiana, 5 daughters, Mrs. Joseph (Adeline) Acerra, Steubenvllle, Miss Anna Mary Santucci, Miss Antoinette Santucci, and Miss Gilda Santucci, all at home, Mrs. Ida DeSarro, Steubenvllle, 7 Grandchildren, 7 Great Grandchildren. She was preceded in death besides her parents and husband, by 3 sons and 1 daughter as infants, and 1 brother, John Anzuini, Oakland, California. She was a member of the Catholic Women's Club, Sons of Italy, Christopher Columbus Lodge of Steubenvllle, Holy Name Cathedral, where Requiem High Mail will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Friday, April 10. Burial will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Friends are being received at the Mosti Funeral Home, 8 to 4 and 7 to 9, Wednesday and Thursday. Rosary will be recited at the funeral home at 8 p.m. Thursday.
The obit of Joseph Santucci appeared in the Steubenville (Ohio) Herald Star on September 5, 1958
Joseph Cesidio Santucci Sr., 74, of 529 Maxwell Avenue died at 11:20 p.m. Thursday in Ohio Valley Hospital. He had been ill five months and a patient 11 days. He was born June 27, 1884, in
Pettorano sul Gizio, Province of Aquila, Italy, the son of the late
Angelo and Maria Liberate Fratorelli Santucci. He came to the United States in 1900. Mr. Santucci formerly operated the Central Grocery. He was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church and the Order of the Sons of Italy of America Christopher Co1umbus Lodge No. 472. He was married to the former Agnes Anzuini March 17, 1905, in Steubenville. Mr. Santucci leaves his widow; one son, Joseph Santucci Jr. of Indianapolis, Indiana; five daughters, Mrs. Joseph Acerra of Wintersville, and Miss Anna Mary Santucci, Miss Antoinette Santucci, Mrs. Ida De Sarro and Miss Gilda Santucci, all at home; seven grandchildren, and six great grandchildren. One daughter, three sons, one brother, Vincent Santucci, and two sisters, Mrs. George Di Vittorio and Mrs. Rocco Cicone, preceded him in death. Friends may call at the Mosti Funeral Home after 8 p.m. today and from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Funeral High Mass will be celebrated at 9 a.m. Monday in St. Anthony's Church. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery.
