Pomarico Genealogy
Tracing your Italian roots back to Pomarico (in Matera province, Basilicata region) begins with understanding which records exist and where they are preserved. On this page you’ll find a clear guide to the historical sources as birth, marriage and death civil and religious records available for family history in Pomarico.
Pomarico family history at a glance
- Region: Basilicata
- Province: Matera
- Type of records: civil and parish records
- Civil registration: from 1809 onwards
- Parish records: often older than civil records (in some cases from the 1600s)
How to research your ancestry in Pomarico
Thanks to its network of local experts, Italianside has developed significant experience in genealogical research in the province of Matera. For this reason, over the years it has become a reliable reference for those wishing to reconnect with their Italian roots and could be a key partner in the success of your research too. You can read the feedbacks of our customers on our testimonials page
Our experts in Basilicata region, conducted genealogy research on historical families from Pomarico, involving many surnames traditionally found in the town, including branches of the following families: Triunfo, Laterza, Montano, Vitella, Armandi, Musillo, Donnoli, Carioscia, Ferrandina, Pierro, Cirella, Martino, Lupo, David and others.
Many info relating to families and individuals available in public and private local archives include, in addition to names and dates, further information such as occupations, the address where family lived (a great info if you plan to visit Pomarico), and key social relationships within the community in past centuries.
The information in genealogy research derives from the archives available for on-site research in Pomarico and Basilicata. During the previous activities, our local genealogists developed studies, family trees, cross-referenced family relationships, occupational histories, deciphered or translated documents, residential patterns, and visual documentation useful to add information now forgotten to the history of your family.
Research activities may include all major sources available at municipal, provincial, and regional level:
• civil records
• parish registers
• notarial archives
• military records
• historical and photographic sources available in private archives
Direct access to local archives and a deep understanding of the local context allow for more complete and accurate results. Research may be carried out using all available sources in both public and private archives.
Italian family history research: Beyond Names and Dates
Italian genealogy is deeply local. It can’t be reduced only about collecting birth and death dates.
In Basilicata, every municipality — including Pomarico — has its own archival history, record‑keeping traditions, and unique documentary sources. This is why Italianside is able to help you in your Italian ancestry research, through a national network of local experts, each specialized in the archives of their specific territory.
Our researcher who works in Pomarico and in the Province of Matera will be of help to navigate local civil, parish, military, and notarial records, uncovering details that go far beyond basic dates. By combining national coordination and methodology with deep local expertise, our researcher will bring your ancestors’ stories back to life within the history of the Pomarico community.
Civil Records (Stato Civile) in Pomarico
In towns and villages of Basilicata and in Matera province, civil registration offices were established in 1809. This means you can often find your ancestors’ civil records in the Town Hall archives of Pomarico from that year onwards.
(If your goal is to obtain Italian citizenship and you need official certificates from Pomarico, please follow this link.)
If your ancestors lived in Pomarico during the past centuries, the City Office of Pomarico is usually the first place to start your family research. Our local expert can access these records on your behalf and interpret them correctly.
- Professions: discover what your ancestors did for a living.
- Addresses: find the street or house where the family lived in Pomarico.
- Family links: identify parents, witnesses and neighbours that appear in the records.
- Signatures and notes: see how your ancestors signed and read any marginal annotations.
If you prefer to contact the Town Hall by yourself, we suggest reading our genealogy tips for Italy. They include practical advice for research in Basilicata and specifically in Pomarico.
Population trends in Pomarico
The chart below shows the demographic trends in Pomarico from the Italian Unification (1861). Understanding how many people lived in the town over time is useful when interpreting migration and family movements.
Church Records in Pomarico
Church archives in Matera province often preserve information that predates civil records. Parish registers include baptisms, marriages and burials and sometimes allow you to push your family tree back into the 1700s and 1600s.
In many areas of Basilicata, parish registers began around the 1500s. These manuscripts are not easy to access from abroad and can be hard to read without specific training.
Our local genealogists, graduated in history and archival studies, can consult the parish archives of Pomarico on your behalf and reconstruct your family history through the centuries.
In case you want to visit churches, these are the addresses of parishes active today in Pomarico:
S. MICHELE ARCANGELO – Via Chiesa
Notary records and other historical sources
Another important source of information is represented by notary documents, which preserve wills, dowries, property sales and contracts. These records are usually kept in provincial and State Archives and can provide valuable details on the social and economic life of your family.
Historical and photographic sources available in private archives
Historical photographs, prints, and documents from private collections—including ItalianSide’s archive of vintage images from Pomarico and Basilicata region are available. Old pictures add significant value to your family history research and offer a real sense of the places where your ancestors once lived.
Military records
Conscription lists and service records documenting physical descriptions, dates and places of enlistment, units and ranks held, periods of service, military postings, transfers, and movements, often providing detailed insight into an individual’s life beyond civil registration.
Cadastral and property records in Pomarico
Historical cadastral and land records used to identify property ownership, track real estate transfers over time, and confirm the historical presence of families within Pomarico. ItalianSide provides professional assistance in accessing and interpreting these records, where available.
Planning a visit to Pomarico
From our experience, if you plan to visit Pomarico we always recommend starting the research months before your arrival. This way you avoid spending your holidays in offices or churches dealing with bureaucracy.
Remember that archives are not open to the general public and officers or priests are not required by law to grant direct access to the records.
With the results collected by our genealogist before your trip, you will have more time to enjoy the town and its surroundings, walking in the footsteps of your ancestors.
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Professional help for research in Pomarico
If you need professional support from our local genealogist in the Pomarico area, write to pomarico@italianside.com or fill the form here. Our expert will study your request and reply with a research plan and a quote tailored to your family history.
Messages from other visitors in Pomarico
Here below you can read messages from other visitors in the Pomarico forum. If you simply want to discuss genealogy in Pomarico with other people, feel free to leave a message.
Ciao! My father, Domenico DiCanio, was born in Pomarico (and arrived at Ellis Island in 1959), as was his father, Leonardo DiCanio (who also arrived at Ellis Island a year earlier in 1958), and his grandfather, Domenico. My husband and I were just in Matera and Pomarico a few weeks ago and saw that a butcher, Domenico DiCanio, has a nice shop there. Sadly, it was closed or we would have gone in and said hello. I stay in touch with my lovely cousin, Benedetta DiCanio, who is the daughter of my Nonno’s brother, Zio Ernesto. We will be moving to Italy permanently soon with our 13 year-old son, and we’d love to connect with family.
Hello, my ancestors were born in Pomarico – Bonelli and Lofrumento – I have bee trying to access some records without luck. Any suggestions ? As far as you know, have records both from the comune and from the church been digitalized and available online ? I thank you all for any help you may give.
I just visited Pomarico 10/14/23 with my husband and 2 children. My father Michele Scielzi was born in 1945 to Joseph Scielzi and Catherina Vitella Scielzi. Cousins showed us around the town and where my father lived Salita Annunziata. He moved to NY with his 2 sisters and their families, Brother and mother in 1960. We visited my grandfathers grave in the cemetery and other Scielzi relatives. I would like to know more about the Scielzi history. We did not have enough time in the town as we stayed in an Air B&B in Matera. Will definitely return to Pomarico again hopefully with my father next.
Hi there, Recently lost my grandmother who was born in Pomarico, her maiden name was Spica, and I’m told that she was also related to the Ireni family. Would love any leads to learn about her history?
Hello! Do you happen to be related to the Ragone family? My Great Grandmother’s name was Anna Spica.
Hello! I’m trying to find out information on Pomarico. Apparently, I’m related to Vincenzo LeonCavallo! I was wondering if he was the duke of pomarico? Anyways, if anyone has any relations or info please let me know! <3
A little success stoy for Pomarico:
Back in 2010 I began writing to people who were still in Pomarico and shared the same surname. I received responses that helped me to narrow things down. Then I packed old photos and flew over there. One man pointed at a photo of my grandfather’s nephew and said, “Huh .. mio papa!” The rest is history. Now I have my citizenship and a small house in the countryside. I’ve met quite a few people there, many with some names listed here (Bonsanti, Navolio, Lofrumento, Cruginio, Mallano, etc). The Pomaricani are a friendly people, especially after they hear of familial connections to the comune. Unfortunately people who speak English are few and far between and on a daily basis they still speak dialect in town and in homes.
My family is the NAVOLIO family! My great grandfather left around 1850 but we still have relatives named Navolio there. May I ask you some info S the time of my visit gets closer. I hope to get there too! Please say hi to the Navolio’s for me!
Lynn
Hi Michelle. My gt grandfather is Donato Bonsanti from Pomarico. I was wondering if you might have any information that might help us find his family in Pomarico. I have not been successful in figuring out who his father is. I see you mention the Bonsanti name.
Hello I been wanting to discover my ancestors I been once before. My last name is Pomarico so I’m assuming that some of my ancestors must be there
Hi Michael, I remember my mother talking about her teacher ‘maestra Bonsanti’ ….. we go back around 1940.
Hope has been of help.
Gianna
Michele-I was interested in your entry about Pomerico and the Bonsanti Family. My mother in law is a Bonsanti and we are looking to visit Pomarico this summer. Her grandfather Donato Michele Bonsanti came to NY with another relative- Michele Bonsanti in early 1900s. Would love to know if you have any info that might help us find relatives in Pomarico. Thank you.
Hello, Trudy and everyone! I am yet another Bonsanti. My great-grandfather was Michele Bonsanti, married to Eufemia Tortorelli, and from Pomarico. I have him arriving in New York on 7/28/1902 aboard the SS Cambroman (I think), from Naples. I’d love to connect with more Bonsantis and hopefully learn more about his parents, Domminick Bonsanti and Lucretia Pepe.
¡Hola! estoy buscando información sobre el señor Giovanni Bocchetto hijo de Maurizio Bocchetto y Ángela Salvai. Giovanni nació en 1880 y murió en Argentina. Sabemos que viene de Turín pero no sé de qué parte, algunos parientes me dicen de Pinerolo o Loretto, pero aún no han encontrado nada. Si alguien tuvo relación con estas personas agradecería que me den información, gracias.
Hello,
Looking for more information on my family in Pomarico. My family names are “Bonsanti” and “Pierro” my Grandparents Matteo & Giulia grew up and lived there during the 1930s/1940s and moved to NYC in 1965. My grandma and her two sisters Laura and Concetta Pierro Lived in a huge house at the top of the hill! I am hoping to visit and collect more information on the house.
TIA! Xoxox
I’m looking to visit Pomarico and I would love to find info on the Navolio family. Great grandfather Giuseppe Navolio wife Maria Vittoria- (not sure of maiden name) probably left in the 1880’s for US. Landed in NY. Part of family stayed in Pa, my family continued on to Chicago to the Taylor St
Neighborhood. They brought 3 children with them that were born in Pomarico and had 3 in Chicago. The name Navolio is so unusual Id love to know what it means and why so unusual. If anyone knows anything about the Navolio’s I’d love to chat with you.
Lynn, we must be related! My great grandfather is also Giuseppe Navolio and wife Maria Vittoria D’Amato who immigrated in 1880’s and settled in Chicago on Taylor Street. They did indeed have three children born in Chicago, but they had 4 children born in Italy – the youngest of which was my grandmother. Giuseppe immigrated to the U.S. in 1881, and the rest of the family came in 1890, according to the 1900 U.S. census and other records we have been able to locate. It is interesting that you know of 3 children born in Chicago and 3 in Italy, but not of the 4th born in Italy. I’d love to share info, as I have several records related to the family.
Linda, I am so sorry I didn’t see this till now! I’d love to chat with you! What was your grandmothers name? Who is your mother? My grandfather was the 1st child born in Chicago. He was John Navolio. He grew up on Taylor St. the next child was Isabel then Jimmy. Where do you live? We are in the Chicago area. I’d love to know more about who you are!
Thank you for responding and I look forward to hearing from you again.
Hi Matt. I’ve just read your post about Selvaggi family from Pomarico and I realized that my great grand mother Vittoria was the Leonardo Selvaggi’s and Vittoria Scielzo’s grand daughter. I’ll try to clarify what I mean My paternal great grand mother was Raffaele Schirone’s and Giovanna Selvaggi’s daughter and her name was Maria Vittoria. Giovanna, Vittoria’s mother, was Leonardo Selvaggi’s daughter . In fact Giovanna had a brother Francesco Antonio Selvaggi, the same who married Maria Nicola Cardetta. So we have a family link in commun. I ‘m Italian and I live in Naples. If you want, please, write to me
Hi Fabio, Matt
Just saw this looking for info on my Great Grandfather from Pomarico, Potenza.. His name was Michael Castellano born Feb 21st 1884, his father was Francesco Castellano and mother was Maria Selvaggi !! sorry don’t have any more dates. Can you provide any info on where Maria lived in the town or her parents?
Hi, Andrew, still searching. At the moment, I’m checking 1820 birth, marriage and death records. If I find something important, I’ll tell you.
My great grand father Rocco Cea was born Sept. 14, 1845 in Toritto, Bari. My great grand mother Maria Maddalena Mirra was born July 22, 1846 in Toritto, Bari. My grand father Giuseppe Rocvo Cea was born June 20, 1876 in Toritto, Bari. His brother Francesco Cea was born May 9, 1887 in Toritto, Bari. Sometime in the 1890’s they moved to Pomarico, Matera. In 1898 my grand father immigrated to NYC. Rocco Cea died in Pomarico on Sept. 13, 1920. Maria Mirra died in Pomarico on Oct. 23, 1927. Francesco Cea married Felice Teresa Castellano on Dec. 3, 1908 in Pomarico, Matera. They had 4 children, Rocco Cea born Aug. 4, 1911; Michele Cea born Aug 27, 1915; Giuseppe Cea born Dec. 5, 1921 who died Aug. 4, 1945; and Maria Cea born April 16, 1925. I am looking for any of their decendents, my cousins, who still live in the Pomarico area.
My great grandfather was Giuseppe Angelo Michele Lofrumento. He was born in 1893 in Pomarico and immigrated to the US in 1905. His parents were Michele Lofrumento and Anna Vittoria (Selvaggi). If anyone knows about Lofrumento or Selvaggi families from Pomarico, I’d like to chat. We’re trying to untangle the relationships between the Lofrumento family. Also, if anyone knows of the D’Agostino family in Pomarico, that would be helpful. Caterina D’Agostino is my great-great-great-great grandmother.
My father Pasquale D’Agostino was born in Pomarico , as well as my mother Annarosa Gualtieri. My paternal grandmother was Anna Scandiffio, my maternal grandmother was Philomena Rutigliano.
Hi Flizabeth, would your paternal grandmother have had a child that moved to Canada by name of Anthony Furiano? He was my great grandfather and lived in Toronto? Just trying to find more information.
Hello, we are also researching the Selvaggi family Pomarico. My husband’s grandmother was Rosa Selvaggi Cirella/Cirelli. Her father/mother was Francesantonio Michele Selvaggi and Caterina Locilenta. We have researched our group of the Selvaggi family quite a bit, if you’d like to compare notes to see if it is the same family group as yours. Michelle Montalbano
Oh, I almost forgot! Anna Vittoria’s paternal great-grandparents were Leonardo Selvaggi and Maria Vittoria Scielzi. They would have been born in the late 1700s or very early 1800s. They’re my great-great-great-great-great grandparents!
Hi Matt. I’ve just read your post about Selvaggi family from Pomarico and I realized that my great grand mother Vittoria was the Leonardo Selvaggi’s and Vittoria Scielzo’s grand daughter. I’ll try to clarify what I mean My paternal great grand mother was Raffaele Schirone’s and Giovanna Selvaggi’s daughter and her name was Maria Vittoria. Giovanna, Vittoria’s mother, was Leonardo Selvaggi’s daughter . In fact Giovanna had a brother Francesco Antonio Selvaggi, the same who married Maria Nicola Cardetta. So we have a familiar link in common. I ‘m Italian and I live in Naples. If you want, please, write to me
I must be related to some Selvaggio’s in Pomarico, but I’m not sure how. I have several pictures in our family stuff marked Selvaggio.
I will look for them.
Hello, I am doing research of my family in Pomarico. I am Related to Mary Giuseppe Selvagggi mother of Leonard & Mary Victoria. Curious if we r related. Your spelling surname ends in a O. If it’s the same folks, I can send a photo of Leonard, Virginia, or Mary.
Hi Michelle, we have a Francescantonio Selvaggi in our history.
Francescantonio Selvaggi (1819–1902), was the grandfather of my great-great grandmother, Anna Vittoria Selvaggi. His wife was Maria Nicola Cardetta however. Anna Vittoria’s father, (Francescantonio’s son), was Gianobattista Selvaggi. Gianobattista was married to Caterina Zaccaria. The Selvaggi’s seem to have been a prominent family. Not nobility, but when my great-great grandfather Michele Lofrumento married Anna Vittoria, I think he married “up.” Of Michele and Anna Vittoria’s 10 children, 8 came to New York. One daughter stayed in Pomarica (and married another Lofrumento!), and one daughter died young. All of the Lofrumentos who came to NYC were listed as tailors on the ships logs. And indeed, most of them were in the garment industry at the turn of the century. They worked at Rogers Peet before starting their own clothing company. Anna Vittoria, was a dressmaker, so we think that she taught all of her children how to sew. I would love to chat, but I’m not sure how we connect?
We discovered that my great-great-great-great grandmother was in fact NOT Caterina D’Agostino, but instead Caterina Cruginio. So, Cruginio famiglia, let’s talk!
hi—my great grandma is born rosa cruginio in pomarico in 1858 or so—she married di canio in 1884 in pomarico and came to Taylor st in Chicago in 1889—2 children—Joseph and Maria—are we related so far back—u are only cruginio I have ever found—hope to be in touch—carol
so lets talk—carol
my grandpa is a cruginio—-born 1882 in pomarico
Hi Matt, i have just now come across your post dated 2019. I come from a Lofrumento – Pietro Lofrumento was my maternal grandfather and I believe that back in the days his brother went twice to america.
I am too trying to reconstruct the family tree and if you have any info I would be happy. feel free to contact me.
Gianna
My great grandfather emigrated from Pomarico in either 1902 or 1903 and settled in the Taylor St neighborhood in Chicago and married my great grandmother Philomena Marzano I am not sure if she is from Pomarico……our family still remains on Taylor st. ..115 years later……hopefully one day I can visit Pomarico!
I forgot to post his name Michele Carioscia
My Great Grandfather’s sister, Maria Domenica Lofrumento (b. 1890 d. 1985) was born in Pomarico. She immigrated to New York City 11 Feb 1907 and married Antonio Carioscia (b. Aug 31, 1881. d. May 28, 1947). They were married September 11, 1910 in NYC. There were other Lofrumentos who wound up in Chicago and the running story in our family is that the Lofrumento’s, Taddonio’s, Spica’s, and Cariosia’s were all buddies from the Old Country and wound up, still all together, in NYC, Albany NY, Boston, and Chicago.
My grandmother was Maria Donata Carioscia (b:July 24, 1889, d: 1959-1960). She married Marco Vincenzo Laterza in Pomarico Nov 5, 1908 She emigrated to NYC May 20, 1912 with one child (Donato) in tow. She lost a 6-month old daughter (Raffaelle) within 1 month of emigrating to the US. I know that she had at least one brother and one sister who also came to NYC. I have been to Pomarico 2 times and found out she was not born in Pomarico, but married in St Michael the Archangel church in Pomarico and lived in Pomarico, as did her mother (Maria Morroco) and grandmother. Her “accent” indicated she was likely born near Bari and subsequently her father moved the family to Pomarico. The marriages were all arranged and Laterza is the most prevalent name in the Pomarico phone book. The records are all in the Comune in Pomarico. Allow enough time to go through the records if you go. It is a fabulous walk through your past.
Hi Matt. My sister and l were reading your blog and our grandmother and grandfather are Domenica Carioscia and Antonio Carioscia. They had three children. Anne Victoria (Vicky) , Judith and Dante. We are children of Vicky and Aldo Placido; John, Donna and Judy. I think we’re cousins. Our Aunt Judith prepared a genealogy chart that we’re following, In May we will be visiting Pomarico. Do you know any living relatives there.
Are you Anne and Georges son?
Regards,
Donna and Judy
Matt correction are you Anne and Georges grandson???
Hi, Donna and Judy— Was stumbling around and saw this. I am Matt’s sister, Julianna. Our parents are not Anne and George, but rather, Franklin and Nanina (née LoFrumento). Nanina is the daughter of Michael and Josephine (née McClure), granddaughter of Anna Victoria (née Fazio) and Michele. Does that help?
Maria Domica Lofrumento was my Great Grandmother,
My great grandfather, Vito Armando we believe was from Pomarico. Is the area of Bumagegon known to you? My great grandmother was named Laura Milano. It is believed they had Kate, Rose, Mike and Toni (Antoinette). Antoinette Armando is my biological grandmother.
The interesting this is, my maternal grand father was Samuel Gilardi or Girardi of the Naples area. He immigrated as a child, but married Antoinette and settled in the Taylor Street area of Chicago. My mother grew up there.
My G Grandpa Vincenzo Dimuccio came in from Pomarico to NY on the Sicilian Princess , settled at Loomis and Taylor Chicago.
My paternal grandfather was born and lived in Pomarico. His name was:
Giuseppe Donato La Guardia – Born 27 June 1880 — Death 3 May 1951 – Welby, Colorado
He immigrated to Colorado about 1903
I know he had at least one brother who I believe immigrated to Chicago… in the early 1900’s
He also talked about his twin sisters, although I don’t remember their names…
He had a cousin or cousins who immigrated to Racine, Wisconsin
His father’s name was: Domenico La Guardia – Born abut 1855
His mother’s name was: Laura Scarandafia – Born about 1855
I am looking for information on the family of Isabella Ragone, who would have been born around the late 1700s. I would like to know names of her siblings and her children. Thanks!
My parents grandparents and great grandparents were born in Pomarico. Leonardo Ferrara, Rocco Ferrara and Julia Agneta), Vitoangelo Ferrara (the Ferraras had a vineyard) (an uncle had a jewelry store in Rome)
Elisabetta Pizzolla, Domenico Pizzolla & Rosa Armando), Giuseppe Pizzolla
I will be going to Pomarico in October and would appreciate any information.
What kind of info would you like? I began going to Pomarico in 2010 and go 1-2x a year. Currently I am buying a house there. My grandparents came from Pomarico, where I still have cousins (family names: Ferrandina & Dianora). It’s a beautiful comune and still very ‘old world’.
All I have are names and I’M looking for more information about both families. I know my dad had a sister Mary Ferrara (marriage name unknown) and she had 11 kids. Maybe one of them might still live in Pomarico.
My great grandparents were Michele and Margaret Dianora. My grandfather Domenick Dianora lived and died in Staten Island New York date
Of death march 28 1937. He’s gone 81 years. Are those names familiar to you?
Hi Michele,
I also have family in Pomarico and have been many times.
I was there in August 2019.
My grandmother and great aunt were born there and then came to New York.
The other sister who I guess would be my great Aunt never did come to US.
Her family is all still there in Pomarico and we have become closer over the last couple years.
Congratulations on you purchasing a home there.
Is it difficult??
My brother and I talk about getting an apartment there.
Any help you can provide would be most thankful.
Warm regards,
Nick
Hello Michelle, Agneta from Pomarico.
Julia Agneta – my grandmother
Tomas Agneta – my great grandfather who married Maria Martini.
Nicol Agneta – my great great grandfather who married Margaretta Farrindino (maybe it was Spelled differently?)
Hello Bud and E,
I am Michael Mallano, Janine’s older brother. I am starting to plan a trip to see Pomarico. I am hoping to make it out there this upcoming December or January. Bud, I would love any information you have on our great grandparents. Wondering where you live.
Michael
just wondering about my ancestors..
Any thing you have would be very helpful
To me
My great grandfather and great grandmother are from Pomarico Italy:
Domenico Castellano
Birth:
Pomarico, Matera, Basilicata, Italy
Death: January 4, 1940
Watertown, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States
Immediate Family:
Son of Vito Santo Castellano and Mary Bruno
Husband of Maria Fortunata Castellano
Father of Albert Castellano; Ernest Castellano; Mary Angelina Pennini and Adelina Dorothea Dalton
Brother of Gionvani Castellano and Miguel Castellano
Two of my great grandparent are from pomarico. Leonardo Antonio Mallano and Anna Maria Tristano . We are visiting December 2014.
Hello Janine,
I am just seeing this for the first time. You can write to the Province of Matera for more family information. It needs to be in Italian and you should include a return envelope (no postage because theirs is different coming back to the States). Matera is very helpful. I visited Pomarico for the first time in December and will go back in April. It’s a fabulous place with incredible people. I have many “Mallano” family members there. It’s possible we are related. Did you ever visit?
-Elizabeth
My grandmother was a Tristano. She was born here, but her parents were born in Pomarico and came to New York around 1870.
Hi Janine, we must be cousins. Those are my great grandparents also. I would like to hear about your visit and also I have some info about them as well.
All 4 of my grandpaents were from Pomarico. They emigrated to the US approximately 1910. Their names were:
Maria Donata Carioscia
Marco Laterza
Elisabetta Musillo
Michele Angelo Dellotto
I will be traveling to the region this Fall and would appreciate any preliminary information that I could obtain.
Hi Marie, what’s your last name. My grandfather was Donato Laterza. We had many Marco’s in my family. And in fact my Mother’s name is Marie Donato Laterza. We could be cousins.
Hi Marie,
My Great Grandfather was Tomasso Musillo and his wife was Laura Scielzi.we’re from Pomarico. My Grand Father Antonio Musillo traveled to the US in 1903 with them when he was 3 years old and settled in Chicago. I’m not sure if my great grandfather Tomasso had brothers or Sisters. Do you think Elisabetta could be related?