FOR BREAKING NEWS VISIT www.queenscourier.com february 19, 2015 • The queens Courier 23 SCOTT BARON’S STAR OF QUEENS brought to you by star OF queens SCOTT BARON & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys & Counselors at Law 1-866-WAS-HURT (866) 927-4878 718.738.9800 J.P. DiTroia Lieutenant Governor Kiwanis Queens West COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT As president of the Fresh Pond Crematory & U.S. Columbarium Co. and the Kiwanis Queens West lieutenant governor, J.P. DiTroia helps all the people of Queens, in life and even in death. This year marks DiTroia’s 10th year with the Kiwanis, where he has held various positions over his decade of service. One of those positions was chair of the New York State membership with the Kiwanis. As chair he helped bring over 1,000 new members to the organization in 2014, helping its growth tremendously. As lieutenant governor of Kiwanis Queens West, DiTroia oversees the 17 Kiwanis clubs of Queens. “I have to lead the division, which includes membership growth, carry on the events that are presented to us,” DiTroia said. MOTIVATION “It’s an outlet for me to do good in the community,” DiTroia said. “The salary we get is from the smiles that we receive from those that we’ve helped.” The gratitude from the people the Kiwanis has helped in various ways, whether through special events, fundraisers or projects, is the real prize for DiTroia. OCCUPATION Working as the president of the Fresh Pond Crematory & U.S. Columbarium Co., located at 61-40 Mt. Olivet Cres., is “a tough job because you’re dealing with bereaved families,” DiTroia explained. “If I can make it a little bit more comfortable for them to deal with the loss by providing services ... it’s gratifying.” BIGGEST CHALLENGE One of the hardest challenges DiTroia faces as Lt. Gov. of Kiwanis Queens West is growing the membership. “To gain the confidence of individuals, to make them understand the value of being a Kiwanian,” is a hurdle to overcome in gaining new members, DiTroia said. Being lieutenant governor is a big challenge on its own, DiTroia explained. “There is a lot of responsibility. I have to see all the clubs, meet with the clubs, I have to bring in new members, and bring in new clubs, and have divisionals and we put out a newsletter,” DiTroia said. ACHIEVEMENTS When it comes to achievements and awards, DiTroia is not lacking. He has amassed awards and recognition for his work with the Eliminate Project, which he began. The Eliminate Project works with Kiwanis International and UNICEF to help bring an end to maternal and neonatal tetanus. In June the Kiwanis will be turning 100 years old. At their celebration they will be honoring DiTroia with an award for his service with the Eliminate Project. PERSONAL LIFE DiTroia has lived in Queens for most of his life and is a graduate of I.S. 73 in Maspeth. He is the father of four children and the proud grandfather of five grandchildren. DiTroia said the loss of one of his children led him to create the Eliminate Project. By Anthony Giudice CUTLER’S LIGHTING Over 50 Years Experience REPAIRS • REWIRING • RE-FINISHING • LAMP SHADES LAMP SHADE SALE 12 years from now, be saving you money. on yellow and red tagged items this LED bulb will still 10% OFF OFF ANY PURCHASE With Coupon. Not combinable – New Orders Only. Limit 1 per customer. $150.00 max for discount. LYNBROOK 817 Sunrise Hwy (2 Blocks west of Peninsula Blvd.) 516-887-1300 20-50% OFF TAKE GREAT NECK 120 Northern Blvd. 516-482-1919 Excludes Repairs, Refi nishing, Rewiring. Exp. 3/15/2015 CUTLER’S LIGHTING CUTLER’S LIGHTING You’re Invited! J O I N U S F O R O U R Grand Opening Celebration! F O R O U R B U S I N E S S C U S TO M E R S : If our Merchant Services Program doesn’t meet or beat your current processing costs, you’ll be awarded a $1,000 GIFT CARD!** 18-Month CD 1.50% APY* on a balance of $2,500 or more and with a Checking Account! Saturday • March 14, 2015 • 9am-2pm 28-21 Astoria Blvd. • Astoria, NY 11102 • P (347) 472-1727 • sussexbank.com *Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate as of 2/20/15 and subject to change at any time without notice. Fees may reduce earnings. Visit sussexbank.com or contact a Bank Representative for current rates, terms and account requirements. Offers apply to personal accounts only. Funds must come from a source outside Sussex Bank. FDIC insurance up to $250,000 per depositor, per insured bank, for each ownership category. Offer expires on April 15, 2015. The minimum balance required to earn the APY is $2,500 and must be deposited in a single transaction. A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawals. After maturity, if you choose to roll over your CD, you will earn the base rate of interest in effect at that time. Must have a checking account with direct deposit to earn stated APY. **Sussex Bank has entered into an agreement with Global Payments to manage your payment processing. Certain restrictions apply. For details contact Global Payments at (973) 567-1836 or at www.globalpaymentsinc.com/usa/
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