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Ken Cassettari
February 19, 2023
Hey Big Brother,
I can't believe its been 11 yrs already... I miss you every day and can't wait to see you again.. maybe sooner than later.. I love you K9
Darien-Mary Covalt
February 16, 2019
Oh Rocco I still miss you so. It has been very hard on me loosing you so early in life. I remember our future plans we use to talk about during all the holidays we sp[ect together. Your children and grandchildren are growing so much and many of them have your character your smile and your your passions about life. We miss you so much and feel comfort knowing you will live on in your children and grandchildren. Please save me a seat at the table in heaven when I see you again. Love in my heart for your always big brother. Darie
High School Senior Portrait
C-A Tucker-Watt
February 16, 2014
December 25, 2013
Merry Christmas big brother... I love you and miss you.... K9
Jody Anderson
December 20, 2013
Rebecca and all the family...so sorry to read this as well as to learn about Dom. This cancer has certainly hit us hard. Great pictures of Rocco....the young one really takes me back. So glad to read what a happy and full life you all had together, although way too short. Jody
Bob
November 13, 2013
Happy Birthday Rocco~
<3 <3
November 12, 2013
Just wanted to wish you a happy birthday buddy.... miss you beyond explanation... hope to see you soon.. your in my daily prayers...Ken
September 28, 2013
gosh darn it Rocco.....
2006 / High School Reunion
September 6, 2013
Gayle Chesterman
September 5, 2013
You were a great buddy in high school Rocco. Looks like you had a wonderful life.
August 26, 2013
k9
ken
July 26, 2013
black roses and hail Mary's cant bring back what was taken from us...I look up at you every night big brother... the same stars we shared over the years... now you are one of them... I miss you and love you....K9
June 23, 2013
Hey Buddy... I really miss you..
Love you Ken
April 10, 2013
i miss you big brother.... life isnt the same without you
K9
k9
February 21, 2013
we will meet again my brother.. I miss you terribly.. ill always love you
Ken
Bob W
February 20, 2013
~...until we meet again my good friend~
February 4, 2013
It's already been almost a year since you have been gone.
I still can't believe you are not in this world.
love ya, Rio
January 2, 2013
Hey Buddy... Miss you
Ken
December 2, 2012
hey buddy... im having a lousy Rocco day again today :(.. now that Dom is with you.. kick his butt and make sure eternity is better for him than it was here.. I miss you and love you...K9
Bob W
November 13, 2012
"...November 13,...is a good day \(^o^)/ <3..."
November 12, 2012
happy birthday brother...i love you... and cant even explain how much we ALL miss you... K9
November 3, 2012
Your Birthday is coming up, and I am just thinking about how much you loved your B-day. Wish you were here to have it.
I love and miss you.
Rebecca
November 2, 2012
hey buddy... love you
K9
bonnie covalt
October 21, 2012
Miss you Rocco! Thinking of the many years with gratitude! Love!
bonnie
October 21, 2012
Always in my thought Rocco!
October 4, 2012
K9... I miss you brother... bad
September 11, 2012
Rocco. I have been listening to Bob Seger's greatest hits. I can barely keep myself from crying when I think of you. We shared the same passions about life, and the simple things; the outdoors, a good laugh, and curiousity. I'm just now beginning to feel, to feel the loss of you not being here. It is very hard. Sometimes, I set aside time to grieve. But as sit here right now, it is so crushingly painful, to remember you. I don't think I will ever "get over it". I hope we meet again in spirit. i love you brother! Darien-Mary Covalt
K9
September 9, 2012
im not so sure why today is suck a hard "Rocco" day for me... miss you buddy :(
September 9, 2012
Rocco, my best friend of 46 years... I think of you daily, sit right next to your gun safe and Elk horn... I will catch up with you someday.. be at piece.. I love you.. Ken Cassettari
Darien-Mary Covalt-Kraczkowski
May 22, 2012
Dear brother Rocco, I miss you so much. I am so sorry your journey here on earth ended the way it did. Cancer is such a cruel disease. Iwill never get over it. Growing up with you was wonderful. You were so positive and so productive, I truly admired you and looked up to you. You will be in my heart and soul forever. Love, from your little sister.
bonnie covalt
April 4, 2012
Thinking of you Rocco! You are missed!
Rocco - 8th grade yearbook
C-A Tucker-Watt
March 21, 2012
I met Rocco at Loma Vista Intermediate. We were even in 8th grade homeroom together. I never knew him well, but he was always one of the nice guys. I am saddened to hear of his passing and send my condolences to his family.
March 9, 2012
Miss you. Still unreal.
Jenny Southard
March 4, 2012
I remember Rocco's contagious smile and jokes, and the two wonderful cousins he helped bring into this world. I'm sure he's holding his precious granddaughter in heaven.
Rebecca Covalt
March 2, 2012
Miss you!!
Bob Watanabe
March 1, 2012
I know your in heaven Rocco.
Bob Watanabe
February 29, 2012
Rocco's mother and sisters would for his birthday bake his favorite comfort food,tuna casserole with potatoe chips on top. I bet Rebecca, Michelle and Laura know this already. Lots of Love.
Bob Watanabe
February 28, 2012
I remember Rocco when we where thirteen, telling me that his favorite book was "My side of the Mountain" and the movie "The Deer Hunter" I belive he lived his dream. My heart goes out to Rebecca,Michelle and Laura. Lots of love.
Marc Sharman
February 27, 2012
Rocco was one of my favorite Uncles. He was always nice to me and made me feel like I was his buddy. Always was positive. Never really saw him act negative or like he wasn't enjoying himself. Really hard to put into words how he was to me, just a really cool Uncle. Always joking and kind of half serious with that smirk. Always patient and willing to explain things to me I was curious about. Wish I was able to spend more time with him and always wanted to go hunting with him since he invited me as a young boy which meant a lot to me. Just a super cool guy. Always loved his big trucks and and his style. Always seemed like such a good father too and raised the sweetest daughters. I'll miss you uncle Rocco. So sad I didn't make Laura's wedding and hadn't made it up there in a couple of years to see him and rest of my family. Just a great man and thinking about his character makes me a better person. I know he's alright where he is though and that we're all heading to the same place, just can't believe it. Love you Covalt girls! Stay strong and make him proud. He is watching and will be there with you.
Sandi Sheridan
February 27, 2012
I will miss Rocco's big smile, his friendly and outgoing personality and his positive and enthusiastic outlook on life. It has been so much fun to share our three mutual, beautiful grandchildren and enjoy the thrill of racing to the hospital when each of them were born. I know Rocco has left a lifetime of positive, precious memories for all who knew and loved him so much. Our prayers continue each day for his wonderful family.
Rebecca Covalt
February 26, 2012
Thank you all so much for the wonderful words about my husband Rocco. Life will never be the same.
Jen Martin
February 26, 2012
I was never blessed enough to meet Mr. Covalt but I know he raised one of the sweetest girls I have ever met (Laura)! I know that he is in God's arms and is in a place where he isn't in anymore pain! Praying for his sweet family as they grieve the loss of such a wonderful man.
Bonnie covalt
February 26, 2012
Rocco reminded my children of his "Big Brother Jeff" the most,of all the men in the family. The way he walked and stood,greeted people etc.. The vision of them two brothers, with the way there mind"s worked building a perfect mansion in the sky is amazing.
Craig Martin
February 26, 2012
I knew Rocco through City Electric working for my Father, John Martin. I always looked forward to working on Covalt Construction projects. We would arrive on site and Rocco would be at the tailgate of his truck with his coffee and blue prints. He would greet me with a big smile and say, "Greetings!" and I would reply, "and Salutations!" as I shook his hand. Then he would follow that with a, "How you doin'?" I Always loved his sense of humor and great hunting stories as well as some good jokes. He would always crack up at his jokes before he could finish them. It was an Honor to have known and worked with Rocco. I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with the Covalt family.
Bob Watanabe
February 25, 2012
Rocco, many years have passed between then and now and your Still my Best Friend Forever.
I miss you Rocco.
Erik/ Lee Ann Reimann
February 25, 2012
Lately it has been very sad to read the papers. Depressing doesnt even cover it. The obituaries especially. Rocco has been a long time customer and always had a smile for everyone. Rest in peace Rocco, and God give your family all the love and suport they need. We will miss you, Big O Tires #16 Clayton Rd, Erik and crew
Carolyn Finnegan
February 25, 2012
I am truly sorry for your loss. Rocco was best friends with my late brother in law, John Martin. I met Rocco when John passed in December 2009, but John spoke of him very highly. They both left us way too soon. I'm glad that they are together and waiting for us on the other side. They were so much alike. Great men. May God be with you. With my deep sympathy for Rocco's family and friends.
The Concord Feed Family
February 25, 2012
Rocco, you will be dearly missed.
Deena Zeidler
February 25, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers to all of Rocco's family.
All of us at 'Concord Garden Equipment' will truly miss your laugh, smile and most of all your stories. Rocco is one of those people that we say blessed our life by being in it.
We thank you for sharing him with us.
God Bless.
Andrew Wagenaar
February 25, 2012
Our condolances to the Covalt family - It was a pleasure knowing him. He was down to earth, had a crazy sense of humor and I enjoyed interacting with him. Always willing to help and full of ideas. He helped us with a problem we had with our home and we much appreciated his help. God Bless you Rocco - We have our grandchildren today which is the only reason we will not be at the service but our hearts are with him and he will be remembered always.
Andrew and Yvonne Wagenaar
February 25, 2012
We first met Rocco through his work renovating our home in Lafayette. He joked at the beginning of the job saying when you hire us to do your renovation, we become a member of the family. The inference was that they would be imbedded with us 24/7 whether we wanted it or not during the job. But the reality was that Rocco did become like a member of the family, taking great interest in our three boys, always asking about them. He would share his news about his daughters. It was obvious how proud he was of them and how much he loved them. Rocco was so full of life, it was infectious. We feel like a family member has left us. We will miss his zest for life. Though our lives touch casually over the years, we feel like we have lost someone that truly mattered to us. Our heartfelt sympathies go to his wife Rebecca, and daughters Michelle and Laura.
Alan & Patricia Yarrington
David Hackett
February 24, 2012
Greetings and Salutations....It was a real pleasure and honor to know you. You will be missed!
Dino Marcic
February 24, 2012
Rebecca, you can bet your last dollar that Rocco and Kelsey are running around hunting and chumming for pigs right now. I'm gonna miss him, he was a good solid, God fearing man ...........
Ron & Marcia Wessels
February 24, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Rebecca. I always enjoyed Rocco in Home Group, at church and on the job, where he built excellent homes on the two projects I worked on. We will see him in Heaven. 2 Cor 5:1-7
Gail & Larry Knapp
February 24, 2012
We send our heartfelt condolences to the Covalt family. Rocco was truly a sweet person and a great (and patient) contractor. He did a fantastic job on our new addition several years ago. Our Golden Retriever, Harley, loved it when Rocco called out "lunch" to his crew everyday. The guys all shared their food with him - and Harley gained about ten pounds during the project. He, too, is now in heaven - hopefully greeting Rocco with a big wag of the tail.
ANGIE FERRIERA
February 24, 2012
Our prayers and condolences go to you and your family. No words can express our feelings. But know that Rocco is with Jesus. Rocco encouraged our son Casey to further his career in construction. Thank you for that Rocco. I pray that during this time of grieving you know how much and how love Rocco had for everyone. God Bless you and your Family. David and Angie Ferriera
Linda Farrell,Lantz
February 24, 2012
My Heart goes out to the covalt family.No words can express the pain your feeling.My family grew up next door to his family when we were kids.we were all friends in high school too.He was a good friend to all.He will be greatly missed.
February 24, 2012
Was always a pleasure to see Rocco on the
job.So sad to see him go.Hope to see him again in another place.He will be missed.
Garth Robertshaw
John Duncan
February 24, 2012
I was in total shock to hear of Rocco's passing. What a truely caring and friendly man he was. He gave me a tour of the lovely home he built and I was very impressed at the extent of his love for building
a custom home and his precise attention to every detail. It was with
great confidence in him that I would refer people to Rocco to have work done. You always would know that he would do a great job.
My sincere condolences go out to Rebecca, Laura, Michelle, and his entire family. Rocco will be greatly missed by everyone he knew.
Steve Settle
February 24, 2012
Rocco was one of my most favorite customers to work with when I was a salesperson at a lumber yard in Walnut Creek. He had a wonderful sense of humor and lots of great experiences he was always happy to share.
Sandi Herndon
February 24, 2012
Dear Covalt Family ~
Several years ago, when I was just a 'Newbie' with the 'Calvary Congregation,' it was impossible to miss the 'Servant's Heart' and hard-working 'Hands of Jesus' your Rocco blessed so-so many with! You will remain in my prayers for the Lord's covering of peace and comfort. I am so very sorry for a loss words cannot describe, and rejoicing for words far-less still, to describe the glory in which Rocco now lives ~ as he awaits you there...
February 24, 2012
As a fellow builder I had many pleasant lunches with Rocco, first at Station One in Lafayette, when they closed down at Caspers in Walnut Creek. Rocco lit the places up when that white truck with the antlers on the doors drove up, recently he asked if I would take him down to Silicon Valley where I am now building, the last I saw him he brought Rebecca and his two daughters to lunch with him and I had the pleasure of meeting his family.
I read his obituary at Caspers, I immediately took it to the girls at the counter, they were in tears, everybody loved Rocco, good bye Rocco, and the best to his wonderful family.
Dick Seibert
Bob Watanabe
February 24, 2012
Known Rocco since we were thirteen years old, I have wonderful memories of us growing up together.
I will miss you Rocco.
February 23, 2012
I've asked myself many times over the last few days, "Why Rocco at such a young age?" The Lord obviously had plans for him. I've had to remind myself to remember that it's important to be grateful for the time I'd spent with him, and not be upset for the time I didn't have.
I worked on many very nice homes as a painter years ago, none of which were finer than Rocco's projects. Rocco was a true gentleman in all aspects of the business world and was a great family man. I was proud and thankful to have known him. We can all learn from how he lived and loved his life.
Our heartfelt condolences to Rebecca and the rest of the Covalt family.
~The Wernholm family
February 23, 2012
When Rocco walked into the service drive here at Concord Chevrolet he lit the place up , when I first met him it was like we were old friends , the 2 years I was fortunate enough to know him will never be forgotten. When he found out my name was Vinny he would just go yo Vinny how you doin ,forget about it , but with a New York Mobster accent . I will miss his visits here. Rest in Peace and my Condolences to the family.
Pam Martin
February 23, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the whole Covalt family. I'll never forget how he helped support me when my husband John passed away. We are very saddened by this news. Rest in Peace friend. The Martin family
February 22, 2012
MY Heart goes out to Roccos Family! Ive always admired him and his out going life! God Bless You Rocco!! The Perry Family..
February 22, 2012
What a shock! I opened the paper this morning and saw his wonderful smile. So many memories of him.Loved his story about being out late at night in his underwear and boots trying to shoot a wild Boar. To funny.WE could listen to his excellent adventures any time and never heard the stories repeated.On the way to work this morning I could hear him saying. greetings and salutations as he bowed his funny bow. He will truly be missed by all who had the privlege of knowing him. The crew from R and M Pool in Clayton
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