Charlie Vassallo, 33, is a devoted husband to his wife, Marissa, and a proud father to their precious daughter, Olivia. His connection to Holbrook runs deep, as his family moved to the community in 1997 when he was just six years old. In 2009, Charlie joined the Holbrook Fire Department, where he continues to serve as an active member, dedicating himself to helping others and strengthening his ties to the community. He works as an electrician, while Marissa teaches in the Sachem School District. For Charlie, Holbrook is more than just a place to live—it’s home. With family, friends, and local businesses all rooted here, he cherishes the lifelong friendships, memories, and sense of belonging the town has given him. Living anywhere else was never an option; Holbrook is where his heart is.
About Charlie Vassallo
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
My wife and I have been together for 8 years and married for 4 and our daughter is 16 months old.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
As an electrician there is always a need for service. I find comfort in being able to help my friends and family.
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Be kind to each other. Always help your neighbor.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Continue living in Holbrook and being apart of the Holbrook Fire Department.
Charlie Vassallo & Our Community
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
Aegeans Pizza (unfortunately closed) Irish Times, and Karvers.
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
I have lived in Holbrook for 27 years and worked in Holbrook for 10 years.
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
Rick Ammirati president BOD for Holbrook Chamber
Q: What current or former local business makes you the most nostalgic about our community?
Aegeans Pizza
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
How everyone comes together in a time of need.
Q: If you could choose anyone that is alive today and not a relative; with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would y’all meet for this lunch?
My wife as we’re both always busy. We would eat at Joes pizza
For Fun
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
American Sniper
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
Always willing to help others, even if it means putting my own priorities to the side.
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
The Holbrook community- always there for one another in time.
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
My wife and daughter, but also some of my closest friends that are older and more experienced in life.
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Friends as they are always welcome, peaceful and safe