Rocco James DiVello, 25
Rocco James DiVello, 25, of Lafayette passed away on June 1, 2013, at 4:10 p.m. at his residence. Rocco was born on March 7, 1988, in South Kingstown, RI to James K. DiVello and Debra A. (Collins) Lovvorn, and they survive. Rocco was a 2006 graduate of Benton Central High School. He worked as a carpenter for his father's business, J.D. Contracting. Rocco was in Building Trades, enjoyed BMX Biking, loved his dog, Otis, and enjoyed taking him swimming. He also enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his niece and nephews.
Surviving along with his father, James K. (fiancé: Kim Davis) DiVello, mother, Debra A. (husband: James) Lovvorn are three siblings, Brandy DiVello of Montmorenci, Megan (husband: Todd) Salsbury of Rossville, and Lee Vessels of Lafayette, and two step-brothers, Jarrett Embrey of Delphi, and J.D. Embrey of Delphi. Also surviving is one niece, Molly Salsbury, and two nephews, Mason Slasbury, and Ashton Hayden, and his paternal grandparents, Bill & Linda DiVello of Marathon, FL, and maternal grandparents, Bill Collins of Lafayette, and Daisy Burnette of Lafayette.
He is preceded in death by his paternal Nana, Susanne Brown.
Services will be held on Wednesday, June 5, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. with visitation one half-hour prior to the service at Simplicity Funeral Care. The family is requesting that everyone attending the services wear a tie-dye shirt. Memorial contributions can be made to Community Cancer Network. Share memories and condolences at www.simplicity-funeralcare.com.
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Thinking of you today. Xo
Amy Bolduc
June 8, 2013
RIP bud<3 you are free now!! you were such a fighter! now you are free of pain! you will be missed be all! prayers to your family
bev deno
June 8, 2013
My very deepest sympathy to you and your family. Thinking of you,
Sophia Hardin
June 6, 2013
Jim - Sounds like Rocco brought a lot of love and happiness to everyone who knew him...you never think you'll outlive your child, it just doesn't seem fair. I think your Mom passed so quickly so she could be at the Gate to welcome Rocco, so he wouldn't feel so alone. My love to all...Aunt Bonnie
June 5, 2013
Heather Gibson
June 5, 2013
James Royer
June 5, 2013
May your family have peace in this time of sadness. Find comfort in knowing he is no longer suffering.
Jennifer Seward
June 5, 2013
Rocco we love you.
Anthony Divello
June 5, 2013
JD I am so sorry for your loss, there are no words to express the sympathy for the loss of a child. My prayers and thoughts are with you and yours during this difficult time.
Emily Clawson
June 5, 2013
Jim, so sorry for your loss. He faught a hard battle. I know you were there every step of the way. I'm sure working with you helped Rocco fight his battle. Again Sorry.
Josh Trader
June 5, 2013
Jim , Brandy ,Megan and Deb you are all in thoughts and prayers. My heart is with you all. Love Amy XOXO
Amy Bolduc
June 5, 2013
Rocco I have known you since before you were born. I remember your dad dancing around saying "I am having a boy". You will be missed greatly and you have touched MANY MANY lives. You will ALWAYS live on in the hearts and souls of everyone that has had the pleasure of meeting you. Always love in our hearts and prayers for you and your family, Mike Hickman, wife Dionne, Michael, Eddie, and girls. Love you all.
Michael Hickman
June 5, 2013
Rocco you stole my heart the first day...I will always remember the crazy stuff we talked about.and the silly stuff we laughed at. I only wish I could have done more..Rest now. the fight is over. and your at peace...miss u !
ellen terrell
June 4, 2013
Danielle Nicholson
June 4, 2013
You were amazing. You fought a good fight. I love you Rocco i'm going to miss you. You were the best cousin anyone could ask for. I love you.
miriah funk
June 4, 2013
You will be missed by all that knew you Rocco!! you fought long and hard now rest easy!! Love, Aunt Teresa
June 4, 2013
Rocco, you were an amazing cousin & guy. Loved my many. Forgotten by none. I love you!
Hannah Funk
June 4, 2013
Teresa Funk (DiVello)
June 4, 2013
Jim, Deb, Brandy, Megan and families,
May your fond memories of Rocco bring you comfort, even as you face the darkest of days. And may the love of your family and friends sustain your heartache. Our deepest sympathies are with you. Troy, Melissa, Mike, Tony, Arianna and Nick Funk
Melissa Funk
June 4, 2013
Debbie, I am thinking about you!! Really not sure what to say.. Rocco is a angel now! living life to the fullest...
shelly hartman
June 4, 2013
RIP buddy!! Seeing you fight as hard as you did everyday you were in the office was very hard, but I was very lucky to get to see you again after being out of school for so long! You were an amazing guy and super sweet with a BIG HEART!! You fly high ANGEL! ROCCOSTRONG forever and always!
Amanda Lowe-Brost
June 4, 2013
Jim, I am so very sorry to hear about Rocco. May God give you strength.
Jenny Franklin
June 4, 2013
You were a great guy and you fought so hard for so long. Our prayers are with your family and those closest to you. RIP
Brittiny Rodgers, Will& Alannah Currin
June 4, 2013
Rocco you were a great guy, and you will be missed greatly. Our prayers are with your family and those closest to you. RIP
Brittiny Rodgers, Will& Alannah Currin
June 4, 2013
Rest in peace Rocco. We love you.
Uncle Tony & Aunt Laurie Divello
June 4, 2013
It's so hard to accept that you were borrowed but you will forever live in the hearts and heads of many. Thank you for being in my brother's life and thank you for inspiring me. Love you and condolences to the divello's.
Lilly Holliday
June 4, 2013
Farwell an R.I.P
Ted bibble
June 4, 2013
Truly sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers
Jeremy Johnson
June 4, 2013
You fought hard you will be terribly missed!! You will always be in my heart you were a great friend
Alyssa Munsey
June 4, 2013
Rest Easy Rocco. You will be missed.
Megan Hardin
June 3, 2013
Rocco you will be missed by all of us. We know you are in gods' hands and are at peace.Love you! Aunt Marge
Marge Rardon
June 3, 2013
Sorry for your loss. I remember Rocco when he was little and him and his sister would play with me and my sister. He will be missed
Amber Elder
June 3, 2013
My sweet baby brother. I love you so much. I will miss you more than words can say
Brandy
June 3, 2013
My prayers and thoughts go out to my long time friend Brandy, her family and I still pray for the strength you as a family will work together threw such a hard time. He is with God and in an amazing place. Love sent your way!
Amber Thomsen
June 3, 2013
Sorry for your loss
tara rusty manus young
June 3, 2013
Peaceful rest, Rocco.
Kevin Johnson
June 3, 2013
Such a great guy- he will be forever missed.
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June 3, 2013
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