From an Exchange Street family home to a trusted local fuel company serving generations of customers, Holliston Oil has grown through hard work, integrity, and a deep commitment to the Holliston community.
Holliston Oil began in the mid-to-late 1940s, founded by Joseph Damigella, Jr., a lifelong Holliston resident, and his wife, Pauline Damigella. In those early years, Joe and Pauline built their home on Exchange Street, where they lived for the rest of their lives and where the business itself first took shape.
The Exchange Street house served as both their family home and the original headquarters of Holliston Oil. From day one, Joe built the company around the same principles that defined him personally: excellent workmanship, reliable on-time deliveries, and fair, competitive pricing.
Word spread quickly. His customer base grew, and so did his reputation as an honest, hardworking businessman who always stood behind his work.
Reliable service, fair pricing, and a promise to stand behind the work. The principles Holliston Oil was built on
Joseph and Pauline Damigella establish Holliston Oil from their Exchange Street home. What began as a family-run operation quickly became known for dependable delivery, quality workmanship, and honest service.
As the company grew, Joe and Pauline purchased property on Woodland Street and built the garage and bulk storage facility that still stands today. Operations expanded at the new site, while the office remained on Exchange Street until the early to mid-1990s.
Joseph Damigella III joined the business in the early 1960s, followed by his brother Carl Damigella in the mid-1970s. By the 1970s, Holliston Oil had firmly become a multigenerational family business.
In the mid-1980s, Joe III and Carl officially took over operations from their parents, carrying forward the values that had shaped the company from the beginning.
In 1990, Joe Jr.’s grandson, Scott Damigella, entered the business, extending the family legacy into its third generation. By the end of 1996, Joe III and Scott were running the business side by side, supported by Joe’s wife, Beverly, who helped with office operations.
From 1997 through 2007, Holliston Oil experienced a decade of significant growth and modernization. The company replaced its entire fleet of oil delivery trucks and added vehicles to support its expanding customer base, including a four-wheel-drive oil truck designed for steep or difficult driveways during harsh New England winters.
The company also broadened its service and delivery areas for both heating oil and diesel fuel, strengthening its presence across the region and positioning itself for continued success.
Joe Damigella was deeply involved in Holliston’s youth programs and community organizations. If a group needed help, Joe showed up quietly, consistently, and wholeheartedly. In recognition of his decades of service, the town dedicated the field across from Holliston Oil to him in 2000, now proudly known as Damigella Field.
In 2004, Holliston Oil mourned the passing of both Pauline Damigella and Joseph Damigella Jr. They left behind a legacy of hard work, good business sense, strong family values, and service to the community.
Over the past 20 years, Holliston Oil has continued to grow through competitive pricing and exceptional customer service. To improve the diesel customer experience, the company added secure, state-of-the-art diesel pumps available 24 hours a day, reflecting the company’s ongoing investment in customer convenience and modern infrastructure.
During this time Scott focused on day-to-day operations, his father, Joe III, was able to devote more time to expanding his well-known antique truck hobby. Today, the Damigella Collection is recognized throughout the Northeast among antique truck enthusiasts.
In March 2025, the company suffered a tremendous loss with the passing of Joseph Damigella III, who was still serving as president of Holliston Oil Service at the time of his death. His leadership, dedication, and deep commitment to the community remain an important part of the company’s legacy.
After decades of family stewardship, Holliston Oil transitioned fully to the leadership of Joe Jr.’s grandson, Scott Damigella, who continues to guide the company today.
For Holliston Oil, service has never stopped at the customer’s driveway. Joe Damigella’s commitment to local youth programs and community organizations became part of the company’s identity. His quiet generosity and steady presence helped shape a legacy that still lives on in Holliston today.
Under Scott Damigella’s direction, Holliston Oil remains firmly rooted in the values established more than 75 years ago: hard work, integrity, reliability, and exceptional customer care.
The company has grown, modernized, and adapted through the decades, but its foundation remains deeply personal. Holliston Oil is still a local family business built on trust, service, and a commitment to treating customers like neighbors.
At Holliston Oil, our mission is simple: provide every customer with prompt, friendly, and reliable service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
We treat every customer as if they were our only customer. You’re never just a number.
Customer service isn’t just a priority. It’s the heart of who we are.
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