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Frank Moccia Obituary
Frank V. Moccia Sr. was content to come away even. On a recent trip to Las Vegas with his wife, Elaine, and on countless trips to the Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut, it suited him just fine.
In fact, it didn't even matter much to Mr. Moccia if he lost — as he often did to his son and golf partner, Frank Moccia Jr., a police officer.
"Whether he won, lost, broke even, it didn't matter," said Officer Moccia. "Whatever he did, he had a good time."
Mr. Moccia was a big believer in doing things for only as long as they were enjoyable, which is why he spent 26 years working for Washington Group International, as a facility planner in the World Trade Center.
It's also why Mr. Moccia would not consider a retirement away from his home in Hauppauge, N.Y., which was near his daughter, Donna Marie Velazquiz, and her children.
His wife described her husband as "a big teddy bear" and Mr. Moccia was just that to his grandchildren.
The weekend before Sept. 11, for a granddaughter's seventh birthday, Mr. Moccia took the family on a trip to Six Flags Great Adventure.
Unexpectedly, Mrs. Moccia decided to accompany her husband on one of the scarier roller coasters.
"I said the Lord's Prayer from the minute the ride started," Mrs. Moccia remembered about that day. "I squeezed his hand so tight, but he was laughing for the whole ride."
Mr. Moccia would have turned 58 tomorrow.
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Debra Pasquarello
September 11, 2022
Donna, if you would like, please contact me as I believe your dad, and my mom were cousins, possible, 1st cousins.. Their last name is Mascia,from Brooklyn.. Pat,Sam,Jimmy ,Charlie,Mary, Millie and my mom Rose.. she is the only living sibling..Years ago I used to go to the feast and see Junior and Anthony Moccia..I am on Facebook Debra Pasquarello Franklin Square, New YorkGod Bless
JoAnn Fenice
October 2, 2017
❤
Frances Gamboa
September 12, 2017
Prayers to your family ♡
Donna Marie Moccia Velazquez
June 12, 2017
Hey Dad I can't tell you in person so I'll write it here cause at least I feel I'm communicating.
Your grandson Vincent is graduating HS in a week and a half and I know you'd be so proud of the young man he has become. I pray that somehow you're always there watching over Vin plus Brianna, Toni Ann & Christopher because the world is not the same anymore. Since you were taken from us we are always in high alert for terrorist attacks even from people born here in the US so I live in constant fear that I will lose one of my children in the same way I lost you omg I wish you were here to tell me everything's going to be ok but your not and I have no one else to go to so I just try to live life day to day the way you taught me too.
I ❤ and miss you more with everyday that passes so please watch over your grandchildren ❤❤❤❤
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Donna Velazquez
November 30, 2016
Hey just sitting here in the rain thinking about you and wishing you were here.
I still can't get over the fact that you're gone but your forever alive in my heart till we see each other again
Love and miss you so much daddy
My Dad 1970
Donna Moccia Velazquez
September 19, 2016
JoAnn Fenice
September 10, 2016
Sending prayers to Heaven Mr.Moccia. You are truly missed by many❤
JoAnn Fenice
December 30, 2015
<3
Mike Keymel
December 28, 2015
SJ. Friscia III
February 10, 2015
In memory
With Honor& Respect.
Donna Marie Moccia - Velazquez
September 16, 2014
Yesterday was 13 years since we lost you and I can't help but wonder still if your really gone or if possibly you are somewhere and we just can't find you. My whole life has changed since that day and it saddens me that you're not here sharing life with me ?? I honestly wish with all my heart that you'd knock on my door again like you always did and tell me to get a lot of coffee going lol I miss that so much cause we talked and talked and talked some more. I miss your words of advise which was great advice but most of all I loved how you listened I mean truly listened I don't have that anymore.. Wish I never woke up from my coma cause then I never would've watched you be murdered on tv. Why did I survive to witness your death? Is the question that remains unansewered. ....
Donna Velazquez
September 12, 2013
Thomas were you related to Frank? I am his daughter Donna you can reach me at [email protected]
September 11, 2013
I was thinking of Frank today . I wish could have known him as my father Cosmo Moccia left New York during world war 2 and never looked back. I would like to meet all of you someday . Frank was a great man ! Sincerely Thomas Michael Moccia.
JoAnn Fenice
August 23, 2013
<3
Ronald Conte
August 22, 2013
I miss you Frank and your constant laughter. You made working at Ebasco so much fun.
I have a message for Frank's son. I worked with Frank in Florida and I have been thinking about him the past couple of days and need to speak with his son. Frank, Jr., please e-mail me at [email protected]
March 26, 2013
Frank, we were very blessed to have you as our dear friend and next-door neighbor. We were all like family, and I have a very special photo of you posing next to me in my carriage in front of our home on Rodney St. You were and are the best, and we will always remember you with a smile. You will always be in our hearts, Susan Mascia Martin
JoAnn Fenice
June 22, 2011
Love to you and your family. Dad is in heaven smiling down on you today and always! <3
donna marie moccia-velazquez
June 21, 2011
this was and will always be my only dad, i miss him more than any words can describe. almost 10 years later the pain in my heart will never be healed because I not only lost my dad on that horrible day but i truly lost my best friend and mentor... if you could hear my words dad hector has never left my side and he picked up all the pieces that blew up when I saw the plane hit your tower and put them all in order again for me.. you gave me away in marriage to such a good man. I love and miss you daddy and I can't wait for the day that i see your smiling face again.
Joe Gill
June 21, 2011
We spent many a days on the golf course Mr. Moccia and I enjoyed every minute. You'd be very proud of the father your son has become. Your always in my thoughts and I'll never forget that day when time seemed to stand still.
Doug Abraham
January 1, 2009
Happy Birthday & Happy New Year!!!
Doug Abraham
January 2, 2008
Happy Birthday!!!
P Tabbernor
January 5, 2007
In memory....
Kristine
November 17, 2006
As I stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Jeremy Schaab
September 11, 2006
I was a childhood friend of Frank Jr and just recently learned of Frank Sr passing on 9/11. I wanted to express my sympathy for your loss. -Jeremy Schaab, '93
Laura (Mruczek) McCormack
July 23, 2004
I just stumbled on this 9/11 Memorial site and was looking through random tributes, when I saw a familiar last name - Moccia.
I went to grammar school with Donna Moccia, 7th/8th grades. I want to express my deepest sympathy and condolences to Donna and her family. God bless you all.
Sincerely, Laura (Mruczek) McCormack
HELAINE FISHBEIN
September 23, 2002
MY DEAREST COOKIE, DONNA & FRANKIE JR. I AM TRULY SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF FRANK I WAS SO DISTURBED WHEN I FOUND WHAT HAD HAPPENED TO FRANK HE WAS THE NICEST PERSON TO HAVE BEEN ASSOCIATED WITH YOU HAVE MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO ALL OF YOU HE WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART HE WILL BE TRULY MISSED LOVE TO ALL HELAINE
Melissa Bernardo
September 13, 2002
Dear Frank Jr., and Moccia Family:
Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss and may God be with you always. Rest in peace Frank Sr. and I will keep you in my prayers always. Love, Melissa, Class of 93' Hauppauge
MARGIE PARKER
August 12, 2002
TO THE FAMILY WHO LOST A HUSBAND, FATHER & GRANDFATHER. HE WAS A GEM. FRANK'S SMILE WILL BE TRULY MISSED. REST IN PEACE & GOD BLESS
Juanita Mendez
July 13, 2002
Dear Frank, It's hard to believe you're gone forever. I can still see your face as you turned around with Bobby D and Oleh and went back upstairs. Jeannie and me just made it out in time and I prayed for a miracle for you guys. Well, now that you're an angel and in a better place, keep an eye out for your friends. God Bless you and your family. Love Juanita
Kenneth Marino
April 9, 2002
I want to express my Sympathy to Frank's family. I used to work with Frank at Ebasco in the Office Services Department. Frank was a great guy and alot of fun to work with. I just want to tell his family that I am very sorry for your loss.May he rest in peace.
Kenneth Marino/Little Italy, NY
mike sparacin
March 9, 2002
so sorry to here that the moccia family was tragically affected by 09-11. I know donna and am sorry to hear of her families loss. god bless you and your family.
March 9, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL MAN...FRANK V.MOCCIA AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS...STAY CLOSE AND NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK...MAY JESUS AND ST.FRANCIS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Teresa Jahn
December 20, 2001
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
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