I had the absolute honour recently to present Rosa (Carmela) and Giuseppe Sapuppo with a certificate in recognition of their 60th wedding anniversary, a milestone that reflects a lifetime of love, commitment, and family.
Carmela and Giuseppe’s journey together began far from Ingham, in their native Sicily. Giuseppe arrived in Australia first, working in the cane fields alongside family, while Carmela followed later to stay with her brother and his young family. Fate brought them together at a mutual friend’s wedding, and during their courtship, Giuseppe built the house that would become their lifelong home.
They’ve never left Ingham and to this day they continue to live in the very house Giuseppe built.
Over the decades, they’ve seen the world around them change dramatically. Giuseppe’s work as a cane cutter shifted with the introduction of mechanical harvesters, while Carmela has marvelled at the rapid rise of technology, with computers and smartphones.
Their greatest joy has been their four children and nine grandchildren. They treasure the memories of traveling the world together, with Carmela’s favourite trip being a return to Italy, and Giuseppe’s a cruise from Vancouver to Alaska.
When asked for advice on a long and happy marriage, Giuseppe said, “Take care of each other,” while Carmela advised, “Don’t fight, and if you do, resolve it quickly.” I think this is great advice and it has clearly served them both well.
To celebrate their 60th anniversary, they’ve kept it simple, opting for a family lunch with their children and nearly all of their grandchildren. This milestone is a testament to the life they’ve built together, dedicated to family and love. It’s a day to share their story and teach their grandchildren the importance of patience, commitment, and enduring love.
It was a privilege to be present on the day of Carmela and Giuseppe’s milestone anniversary. Their story is a beautiful reminder of the values that build strong families and lifelong partnerships.
Contributed with thanks to Member for Hinchinbrook Nick Dametto.
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