Santo "Sam" DiPietro (November 11, 1934 – October 9, 2016) was an American businessperson and politician from Maine. DiPietro, a Democrat, served on the South Portland City Council for nine years, two of which were as mayor (1986–1987). He also served four terms (8 years) in the Maine House of Representatives (1989–1996).[1] In 1988, DiPietro defeated Republican incumbent Earl G. Nicholson to win his seat in the Legislature.[2]
Santo DiPietro | |
|---|---|
| Mayor of South Portland, Maine | |
| In office 1986–1987 | |
| Member of the Maine House of Representatives | |
| In office 1989–1996 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | November 11, 1934 Portland, Maine |
| Died | October 9, 2016 (aged 81) South Portland, Maine |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | Northeast Business College |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Nickname | Sam |
Born in Portland, Maine, DiPietro graduated from Portland High School and Northeast Business College. He owned and operated a grocery store, DiPietro's Market, in South Portland.[1][permanent dead link]
DiPietro died in South Portland, Maine on October 9, 2016.[3]
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edit- ^ a b "Profiles of Members of the Maine House of Representatives". Bangor Daily News. January 21, 1991. Retrieved 10 April 2016. [permanent dead link]
- ^ Jackson, Peter (October 27, 1988). "No Major Changes Expected In House". Lewiston Sun Journal. p. 2A. Retrieved 10 April 2016.
- ^ "Santo "Sam" DiPietro's Obituary". Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram. 2016-10-11. Retrieved 2017-06-10.
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