Mario’s Classic Auto Body Commemorates 9/11

Longtime AASP/NJ member shop Mario’s Classic Auto Body (Paterson) held a special remembrance ceremony in front of the business’ 9/11 memorial to pay tribute to the fallen victims on the 25th anniversary of the tragic day.

According to owner Mario Tommolillo, mural artist Paws painted the 9/11 memorial on the shop’s building one year after the attacks. Every year since, the shop has invited the community to take part in the annual remembrance ceremony.

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