We welcome, Sebastiano and Gina Capovilla to the Alexander Gardens community. They first met through mutual friends in the Veneto region of Northern Italy in the early 1960s. When they met Sebastiano, 22 years old, was fulfilling his military service. While he was in service his family decided to emigrate to Santa Barbara. Later, he joined them after completing his military service.
Despite the time and distance, Sebastino and Gina remained close through lengthy love letters. Then in the summer of 1966, he returned to Italy to marry his beloved in her hometown of Oné di Fonte. They tied the knot on August 13, 1966, and soon after, she joined him in Santa Barbara. They have resided in the San Roque area for the past 58 years, where they built a beautiful life together, and raised two children.
Over the years, Gina became well-known for her talent as a seamstress and her passion for cooking, gardening, and socializing with friends. Sebastino worked as a landscaper and enjoyed several hobbies, including hunting, gardening, and cheering on his soccer teams—AC Milan and the Italian National Team.
Now blessed with five grandchildren—Emily, Claire, Bradley, Matthew, and Andrew—they continue to cherish family gatherings and moments spent with friends. We are thrilled to have them as part of our Alexander Gardens family, and we look forward to sharing many new memories with them.
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