Detroit's Holy Family Church: 100 Years of Sicilian Tradition (Images of America: Michigan) - Softcover

Leone, Bonnie

 
9780738552170: Detroit's Holy Family Church: 100 Years of Sicilian Tradition (Images of America: Michigan)

Synopsis

The traditions of the Sicilians and Italians have been present in Detroit and Holy Family Church since the early 1900s. The church being the very root of their soul, they have maintained their ancestors' culture and the rituals they brought with them over 100 years ago. Some of these customs date back hundreds of years in their homelands of Cinisi, Terrasini, Trapani, and many other cities. Bonnie Leone was born, raised, and still resides in Detroit. Originally appointed by Gov. John Engler to the position of Wayne County jury commissioner, Leone is a member of several genealogical societies, tracing some of her ancestors as far back as the 1500s. Her strong sense of history, art, and tradition brought her to this church, so that she may help to preserve and protect the traditions of the last 100 years of the Sicilians in Detroit.

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The Images of America series celebrates the history of neighborhoods, towns, and cities across the country. Using archival photographs, each title presents the distinctive stories from the past that shape the character of the community today. Arcadia is proud to play a part in the preservation of local heritage, making history available to all.

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ISBN 10:  1531632602 ISBN 13:  9781531632601
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Library Editions, 2008
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