Anthony Federici Street

Anthony "Tough Tony" Federici  (1940-2022) was the owner and founder of the  Park Side Restaurant, a popular Italian restaurant in  Corona, Queens. It was originally opened by his Calabrian parents in 1960, under the name of Corona Supper Club.

Federici  was active in a wide range of commercial and charity enterprises in the borough of Queens. One of his many philanthropic acts included running a fundraiser that earned  thousands of dollars in donations for Flushing Hospital. He collaborated with the New York City Parks Department to revitalize William F. Moore Park, located across 51st Avenue opposite of the Federici family's restaurant, hence the name "Park Side," and is now affectionately known as "Spaghetti Park."

Federici  also worked with organizations such as RAICES Senior Center of Corona as well as St. Leo's Golden Age to help distribute hot meals to the elderly. During holidays, he organized toy drives for local children and contributed thousands of dollars to public schools in the district. In February 2004, he was honored by former Queens Borough President Helen Marshall for his service to the community.  

Sources:

"Committee Report of the Infrastructure Division," The Council of the City of New York, December 20, 2023, https://legistar.council.nyc.gov/LegislationDetail.aspx?ID=6454385&GUID=147D2DDE-18FE-49FE-B960-AA2EDDF24EFF