Jersey City

In Jersey City - A Time To Remember, Jim Santangelo remembers the best and a few of the worst experiences he had starting out as a kid in a tough neighborhood on Boyd Avenue. In writing his book, Santangelo has created not only a legacy for his family and friends, but he shares his humor, sorrows, and details of deeply-rooted relationships that he's nurtured throughout his lifetime. He has managed to capture detailed memories in a highly personal, nostalgic, and narrative format from the early forties to today and he articulates them with great heart. It becomes immediately apparent how much his family means to him as he consistently acknowledges their undeniable love and support of his successes and, in turn, he unabashedly, sets that example for his amazing children: John, Debra, Michelle & James. His collection of stories is both honest and rewarding. Jim Santangelo is a 50-year Teamster veteran who served as the International Vice-President under Jimmy Hoffa, Jr., prior to retirement. e began driving trucks in his home state following an honorable discharge from the U.S. Navy in 1959. Among the many charities Teamsters support, he arranged for massive food donations to military families in need. His commitment to community led him to volunteer on the USS Iowa and join the El Monte Police Department as a reserve officer where he is a Lieutenant. Among his many accomplishments, Jim Santangelo is proud to be a member of the Patriot Guard Riders whose main mission is to attend the funeral services of fallen American heroes and participate in the annual Run For The Wall in honor of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C.