Death of Giarre Girolamo Barletta, president and politician: grief in the Etna community
The communities of Giarre, Riposto, Linguaglossa, Mascali, Sant’Alfio, Piedimonte Etneo, and Milo, just to name a few of the places he loved most, mourn the death of headmaster Girolamo Barletta, who passed away at the age of 92 after a brief illness. Barletta was an educator, but also a politician, journalist, and writer. The funeral will be held at the Cathedral of Giarre on Thursday, April 18 at 3:30 pm. A wave of condolences has been expressed on social media towards his family. Known as a “man of the people,” hundreds of people have left personal memories of him, from acquaintances to university professors. Barletta, born in Linguaglossa in 1931, was a multifaceted personality. He was a honorary citizen of the cities of Giarre and Riposto and held various political positions. He was also a founding member and president of various cultural and historical societies. He was a scholar of popular traditions and authored several publications on the subject. Colleagues and friends in the education community have expressed their sorrow for his loss and highlighted the impact he had during his time as headmaster.
Morto a Giarre Girolamo Barletta, preside e politico: lutto nella comunità etnea
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