Contributed RECOGNITION —The Honor Guild of the Italian American Cultural Club held its induction ceremony Monday at the St. Florian Event Center. Recognized were, from left, Richard Sunyoger, who accepted the award for his wife, Mary Antoinette Gallo Sunyoger; David W. Mosti; Dominic Teramana Jr.; Tony Recinella; and Ettore Scassa.

WINTERSVILLE — David W. Mosti, Antonio “Tony” Recinella, Ettore Scassa, Mary Antoinette Gallo Sunyoger and Dominic Teramana Jr. were entered into the Honor Guild for 2026.

They were recognized by the Italian American Cultural Club during a dinner held Monday at the St. Florian Event Center.

The late Bishop John King Mussio, the first bishop of the Diocese of Steubenville, was also honored with an Italian American Lifetime Achievement award for his contributions to the local community, with the Rev. Bradley Greer accepting the award and IACC member Michele Fabbro presenting a short biography of the bishop’s life.

Fran Carinci, Ed Laman and Reno Saccoccia, honorees from 2025’s inaugural class were also present at the event, as was Carmela Gentile who had received the Founder of Campo Italiano Award last year. Representatives from the Diocese of Steubenville displayed a table of artifacts depicting the life of Mussio, featuring his mitre and biretta, as well as his personal chalice.

Kathryn DiCarlantonio and Lucia Scaffidi welcomed the attendees and President Frankie DiCarlantonio and Trustee John Balzano spoke to the members and guests about the influence Italian Americans have had on our local community. They explained how their families continue to have an impact in the area.

The evening was a celebration and recognition of the Italian culture and how it has touched the lives of many in our area.