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John LaRocca Obituary
55 yrs old, deceased together with his wife, Patrice LaRocca, 54 yrs old suddenly in Glendale Az. They were both born on September 4th, one year apart. Preceded in death by his father Rocco Thomas LaRocca. He is survived by his daughter, Courtney LaRocca and 3 grandchildren, Breanna-7; Gabrielle-4 & Jayden-2, mother: Mary Jean Bowers; step-father: Charles Monroe Bowers; sister Janet (Wayne) Robertson; brothers: Thomas James (Belinda) LaRocca & Vincent (Irene) LaRocca; step sisters: Charlene (Butch) Wooley & Evelyn (Stan) Gillis, and numerous nieces & nephews. They were long time AA members that were blessed with a tremendous amount of kind & loving friends. The family would like to express their appreciation to ALL of John & Tracy's friends for their enormous support and assistance during this most difficult time. We will forever carry the void of their absence in our hearts until we meet again. Memorial services will be held at Hope Chapel, 17417 N. 63rd Ave, Glendale Az. on March 31st @ 2PM. God is one lucky Guy to have you both with Him.
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for John LaRocca
brian mason
July 12, 2025
two beautiful people,always in my thoughts...
Jan Robertson
March 24, 2024
It is very difficult to believe that you have been gone for 13 years. It is so hard to live without you. We only had our Mesa AZ home for a year when you were taken from us. Wayne was like a brother to you, esp since I had been dating him since I was 16 years old. My only hope is that you, Tracy, Mom, Dad, Chuck & Wes are having a great time together!!! Love you to the moon and back Johnny. Forever, your sister, Jan
Jan Robertson
March 24, 2023
Life is difficult without you Johnny
Dave Hojnacki
March 24, 2022
Memories of the old Hood and OLG growing up. Rest in Peace John&Tracy. Condolences again to your family and Loved ones.
Brian Mason.Dublin,Ireland
March 27, 2021
hi everyone,i would like to express my condolences to the families of John and Patrice who both put out the hand of friendship to me in October 2002,truly good people who carried the message of our Fellowship..gone but will never be forgotten by this addict...
Kathy Smith
April 21, 2011
There are so many words I want to say: the only thing that I can type though is "I miss you so much my friend" and Traci, you and I only met a few times, however, you were very sweet... John- I grew up as "little Smitty" and looked up to you before anyone even knew why we would......I was so fortunate!! :) And I'll always think of you as my brother, thanks for helping me with our "friend" and helping me help him when he didn't even know, another secret :)....I Miss you, I appreciate you and will do everything I can for Jean, Chuck, and Courtney!!!
Whatever the Higher Power, glad it brought us you!
Sue Vela
April 18, 2011
Jan, Our deepest condolences to you and all your family. We will keep all in our prayers at this terrible time.
Sue Vela and family.
Michael Cummings
April 17, 2011
I know John from 30+ years ago, when I was living in Phoenix last year (2010) we met through Facebook and talked on the phone, unfortunately I was very involved in the program and thought maybe it would not be a good idea to meet up, I didn't know he was a friend of Bill's.
Tom Hanahan III
April 11, 2011
John, wish you would've made it here on the 6th. i was looking forward to paying off the bet i lost to you. we'll meet up later & settle. luv ya, tom
Arizona 2007
Brian Mason
April 11, 2011
John& Tracy you were there for me in this life and we will meet again my friends in the next one... forever in my prayers..Brian Mason....(Dublin. Rep Of Ireland.).
Marygrace Tizura
April 9, 2011
Jan your family is in our prayers always.
My friend
Mary Santiago
April 9, 2011
John thank you for being my friend all these years and helping me those 2 years on my journey into a new life. I know that you are still carrying the message even thou you my not be here physically. You have left sooo many people the example of how to live one day at a time. with love,tolerence, and forgiveness. I will always miss you and never forget your loving ways..thank you again.
Your friends Mustard Seed
Mary Santiago
April 9, 2011
Dave Hojnacki
April 9, 2011
Jan and family,
My condolences on the loss of your Brother John, and wife Tracy in such a tragic way.
I,ll be missing his friendly and funny E-mails.My thoughts&prayers are with you& family..
Dave Hojnacki
April 9, 2011
Jan,
My condolences on the loss of your brother John, and wife Tracy.So tragic this had to happen. My heart goes out to you and family. My thoughts&prayers are with you.
I,ll be missing his friendly and funny E-mails..
Mary LaRocca
April 9, 2011
John was always nice to me.
I will miss chating with him on facebook, "Hey Cuz, you all ok shoveling all that snow, lol"
My heart goes out to not only The LaRocca side but Tracy family. I don't
know them, but heard nice things and know they are hurting deeply also.
Gods speed to all..
Mary LaRocca Campos
Judy Skotzko
April 9, 2011
Jan, my sincere condolences to you on the loss of your brother. It's obvious that you two were very close. May your memories of him help ease the pain.
Jan Robertson
April 8, 2011
Well John, here it is a week later and I am still in shock. What the HECK!!! Too much to absorb. I still hear your voice in my sleep. You have left a lasting impression and shoes (size 13 I might add) that are too big to fill. The overwhelming tasks of taking care of your business is all consuming to me, Vince & Wayne. Please, Please give Dad a hug for me and tell him he is dearly missed as well. Tracy: I hope and pray that you are no longer in pain from the fibromialgia.
John McLenighan
April 7, 2011
Rest in peace my friend,,,,I will miss you.
Carme Silva
April 7, 2011
You will always be remembered.
Judy Ridgeway
April 5, 2011
John and Traci you will be missed and remembered for all the people you helped. I will never forget the special help you gave to my son. I know you will continue your leadership up in the heavens.
Luann, Mike & Janine
April 1, 2011
Our heart-felt sympathy, prayers, and much love to the LaRocca family. "Those we love and lose are no longer where they were. They are now wherever we are."
April 1, 2011
Cousin Connie
April 1, 2011
John will be missed by many whose lives he has touched, saved, nurtured, encouraged. His family will never be the same, missing John's positive outlook on life. This heartbreaking tragedy has hurt our family deeply. The Circle has been broken but family will be together forever in the eternities. Our prayers and sympathy to John & Tracy's families. They are welcomed into Heaven by angels and our beloved relatives. God Bless.
April 1, 2011
JOhn and Traci, words can not express how I am feeling but I know you are at peace and that someday we will meet again. My prayers are with your family and love ones. May He be with them now in thier time of need.
Juanita M Chicago,Il.
Wanda Ciochetto
April 1, 2011
John and Traci, we will forever remember you and your kind and loving hearts. You are loved and missed by those of us left behind, and taken from this world too soon.
Terry Lorusso Koehler
March 31, 2011
So glad to have had you in our lives esp. these past eleven years, you have been a blessing and we will love and miss you both forever... until we meet again, in deep heartache and sympathy to your entire family carrying on without you in their lives.
Shawnie Patterson
March 30, 2011
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Randi James
March 30, 2011
John and Traci you will always be in my heart and your family in my prayers. Thank you for teaching me so many things that you lived everyday. Save a seat for me in the big meeting in the sky. Love Randi
Jamey Sanders
March 30, 2011
John and Tracy, We will miss you and think of you often. God Bless and may you have peace. Love, Your Neighbors, Jamey and Tracy
Jim Koenig
March 30, 2011
God bless you and your wife on your new journey. We all will miss you!
Candi Cook
March 30, 2011
John you will be miss - Thank you for teaching me that I can't do it alone.
Debra Sutter
March 30, 2011
So sorry to hear of the way you left this world. You were both friends of my brother, Kent, or "Johnny". He expressed such sadness at the time of your news. Please look for our brother, Jeff, he's up there with you also! Much love, Debra
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