Rosario DeSimone

Background

DeSimone was born in Salaparuta, Sicily, in Italy, on December 11, 1873.

Career

Rosario was the father of the future California mob boss, Frank DeSimone. Not to be confused with the Chicago Italian Timothy Rosario DeSimone. He initially settled in New Orleans before moving to Pueblo, Colorado.

In Pueblo he was part of that city"s Mafia organization, and was evidently well-respected.

Upon Di Giorgio"s death in Chicago in 1922, DeSimone took power. His empire spanned over Los Angeles County.

His rule in Los Angeles was brief, and he stepped down around 1925. He later became a legitimate businessman who settled in Downey, California.

Rosario died of natural causes in 1946.

Family

DeSimone married and fathered several children. DeSimone also had two daughters, Josephine and Towina. Several of Rosario"s other descendants also became involved in the Mafia.

Connections

ally:

Vito Di Giorgio