Bertillo Pizzol
| Town/City | Gold Coast |
|---|---|
| First name | Bertillo |
| Last name | Pizzol |
| Country of Origin | Nervesa della Battaglia Italy |
| Date of Birth | 29/05/31 |
| Year of Arrival in Australia | 9/3/1950 |
| Submitted by | Paul Pizzol |
Story
At 18 years, leaving behind his mother, Vittoria and sister Maria, Dad left Italy in search of a new life in Australia, arriving in Sydney in 1950.
After a short stay in Sydney, Dad headed north to Halifax in North Queensland. Here he spent three seasons undertaking the laborious task of cane cutting. Returning to Sydney in 1954, Dad found work in a concreting gang and in the following year married Mum, started his family and settled in the inner Sydney suburb of Leichhardt.
The following sixteen years in Sydney saw Dad move his family to Gladesville, on the Parramatta River, as well as establishing his own building and concreting business.
In 1972, Dad moved his family for the last time, to the Gold Coast in search of further improvements. It was here Dad obtained his building licence and over the next 37 years developed a keen interest in property, building, farming and business.
How sweet is your memory, Dad your strong character, honesty, dedication to both work and the love and advancement of your family.
Your memory will live forever in the hearts of those who have known and love you.