Assembly Resolution No. 410
BY: M. of A. Sillitti
MOURNING the death of John Baptisto Fiore, proud
Vietnam veteran, distinguished citizen and devoted
member of his community
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
citizens of the State of New York whose lifework and civic endeavors
served to enhance the quality of life in their communities and the great
State of New York; and
WHEREAS, John Baptisto Fiore of Glen Cove, New York, died on
December 31, 2022, at the age of 73; and
WHEREAS, The son of Italian immigrants, John Baptisto Fiore grew up
in Bayside, New York; and
WHEREAS, In 1968, during the escalation of United States
participation in the Vietnam War, John Baptisto Fiore enlisted in the
Army; he spent months bravely serving with the 1st Cavalry Division in
Vietnam and participated in 45 helicopter combat missions; and
WHEREAS, John Baptisto Fiore's military honors include being awarded
the Combat Infantry Badge, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Combat Medal,
and the National Defense Medal for his exemplary service; and
WHEREAS, Humble despite his impressive military record, John
Baptisto Fiore was also awarded the Army Commendation Medal for moving
through intense enemy fire to provide first aid to a wounded comrade on
April 2, 1969; and
WHEREAS, John Baptisto Fiore was honorably discharged from the
United States Army in 1969, but continued serving his country as
commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1819 in Port Washington and
Nassau County VFW Council, as well as commander and chaplain of the
American Legion Post 422 in Queens County; and
WHEREAS, As commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars posts in Nassau
County and American Legion posts in Queens, he made sure someone was
always in attendance at an "Unclaimed Veteran" burial; and
WHEREAS, A man of many talents and drive, John Baptisto Fiore served
as a veterans' chaplain for many years, was employed as a car insurance
adjuster, co-owned an auto body shop, and took care of his parents'
Bronx grocery store; and
WHEREAS, With a deep love and compassion for helping fellow
veterans, John Baptisto Fiore did everything in his power to ensure
patriotism was valued in his sphere of influence as he worked tirelessly
with election officials, municipalities, school clubs, businesses, and
nonprofit organizations to provide programming and adequate facilities
for the veterans in his community; and
WHEREAS, John Baptisto Fiore is survived by his son, John Fiore; and
two sisters, Grace Cafaro and Ann Meredeth; and
WHEREAS, John Baptisto Fiore's infinite selflessness and benevolence
will shine on through his family's vivid and happy memories; his insight
and strength will forever serve as a beacon of love, light and hope to
the countless lives he touched; and
WHEREAS, Serving as an inspiration to fellow veterans, his family
and the community, John Baptisto Fiore leaves behind a legacy which will
long endure the passage of time and will remain as a comforting memory
to all he served and befriended; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor the contributions and sacrifices of John Baptisto Fiore, a
patriotic hero who devoted his life to serving our country as a member
of its esteemed armed forces; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the family of John Baptisto Fiore.
