James Napoli

1911–1992 (age 81)

Mobster

Biography

James Napoli spent much of his adult life closely associated with the Genovese crime family, where he was said to provide a steady hand in managing certain labor and construction interests. His presence in the organization was marked by discretion, ensuring that disputes remained contained.

In his later years he grew quieter, living in the same world that once put him at its center while family and friends recalled him as a private figure. He rests at St. John Cemetery, amidst the borough he long called home.

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