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Rocco Marswillo Obituary
ROCCO "ROCKY" MARSWILLO
AGE: 41 MONMOUTH COUNTY
Rocco "Rocky" Marswillo, Jr., 41, a lifelong resident of Monmouth County, passed away suddenly on Thursday, Nov. 6 at his brother's home in Colt's Neck. Born in Red Bank, he was a graduate of Red Bank Regional Class of 1986. He earned his BA in Criminal Justice at the University of Maryland, and went on to graduate from Essex County Police Academy. At the time of his death, he was a dedicated member of the Franklin Township Police Department's Crime Suppression Unit. Prior to that, he was a police officer at NJIT in Newark. He was a communicant of St. Anthony's R.C. Church, Red Bank. Rocky will always be remembered for his love of law enforcement, his family and especially the joy he had spending time with his niece and nephews, fishing with his brother, as well as his passion for concerts, music and movies.
Rocky was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Joseph and Francis D'Onofrio; and his paternal grandparents, Rocco and Susan Marswillo. He is survived by his parents, Rocco Sr. and Theresa Marswillo of Little Silver; brother, Joseph Marswillo and his wife, Laurie, of Colts Neck; two sisters, Linda Marswillo of Tinton Falls and Theresa Dolan and her husband, Raymond, of Lincroft; two nephews, Christopher Morse and his wife, Hala and Matthew Dolan; his niece, Jillian Dolan; and four aunts, Susan Alldredge of California, Joann Crawford of Fair Haven, Debbie Miller of Maryland, and Patricia Tourtelot of Colorado.
Visitation will take place from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at John E. Day Funeral Home, 85 Riverside Ave., Red Bank. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at St. James R.C. Church, Red Bank. Burial will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Middletown. Letters of condolence can be emailed via the funeral home's website at www.sidun.com.
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Jacqueline Matus
December 4, 2008
I'm actually stunned to hear this news and extremely saddened. I knew Rocky when his Dad owned Red Bank Electric. I was their bookkeeper. Rocky and I shared a love of music and had great conversations on that subject. He had a great sense of humor and a deep bond with his family. My deepest sympathy to the family for their loss.
Tim Rose
December 2, 2008
I am saddened to hear this tragic news. Rocky and I were classmates at Red Bank Regional. My sympathy and condolences to the entire Marswillow Family. I am very sorry for your loss.
Kimberly Keale
November 16, 2008
Mr. & Mrs. Marswillo & family,
We were in Florida when we heard the news of Rocky's passing and we were deeply saddened. I was so lucky to have Rocky as a friend in high school and for years after that. Even though we lost touch I have often thought of Rocky and considered him my friend. He was a wonderful person who was loved by many! Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and our prayers.
Kimberly Hawkins Keale
Shannon Cole
November 14, 2008
I'm so sorry to hear of Rocky's passing. From the first time I met him in the halls of Red Bank Regional I knew how kind and special he was. My deepest sympathies for Terry and the rest of the family.
Jacqueline Dwyer
November 12, 2008
I grew up in Little Silver with Rocky and his sister Teresa. I am so sorry to hear this sad news. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Melani Vincelli
November 11, 2008
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the entire family. So sorry to hear of your loss.
My parents are still in Little Silver and I am up in that area all of the time. Please let me know if you need anything.
Love,
Melani and Family
Joe Lombardo
November 10, 2008
Rocco, Since we met five years ago when you joined the FTPD family, it seemed you always had a smile on your face. You were always a gentleman and a professional. Your physical being will be greatly missed, however your spirit will live long in our hearts. Keep a close eye on your Family, Friends, and Fellow Officers. Thank you Rocco for being you.
Suzanne Rabauer
November 10, 2008
I am deeply saddened by Rocky’s passing at such a young age. I met Rocky some 20yrs ago …. A kind and gentle soul are the words that immediately come to mind when I think of him. My prayers and thoughts are with his family and all those who had the privilege of knowing him.
Shannon Griffith
November 10, 2008
Rocky was one of the first people I met in grammer school in Little Silver - we remained friends at Markham Place and Red Bank Regional and when he moved to Maryland. He was a kind hearted man who always looked out for others. I will miss you Rocky.
Love Shannon Savard Griffith
Danny McNamara
November 10, 2008
Rock,
Even though I've only known you for 5 years, and only ridden with you since you joined 'the unit' in June, you've become a friend and partner that'll never be forgotten. If I ever find myself at a loss for a song lyric or movie quote, I know who I'll be thinking of to give it to me. Rocco, a gentle soul, but a true warrior when the streets dictated our actions. I knew you had my back, and I'm sure you will still.
Sleep well, my friend.
Herbert De Vega
November 10, 2008
Wow.. Im I am so sadden and don't want to believe that once my partner in fighting crime and in coffee runs has past away. My deepist strong heart condolences out to Lt. Joe Marswillo and family.
Rocky was so missed when he left NJIT to Franklin Township Police Department and will be truly missed now even more. He has left us to join our father up in those beautiful blue skies. I would need more then this page to descibe how much of a beautiful person he was. May with God he rest in peace.
Wishes from your former partner and friend.
Hug... Herbert De Vega
Connie Casale
November 9, 2008
I met Rocky when he started with Franklin PD. I was actively riding with the first aid squad and I have to say, he was one of the most helpful officers the department has. He would always stay with the squad while we were on scene and help with various tasks. I had many conversations with him while getting coffee on squad duty or on my way to work. I haven't seen him in a while and I'm sorry he's now gone. But just knowing him, you can tell he came from a good family who cared about him and loved him. I'm sorry for your loss. Rocky will be missed by so many; but we all were very lucky to have known him for whatever length of time. Keep on smiling, Rocky. You are very much loved by all.
maria citarella
November 9, 2008
To Rocky and Theresa, my love to you in this very sadest of times. I am in Florida and cant be there. Be strong in your faith, love Maria Citarella
Sammy Hernandez
November 9, 2008
I was very deeply saddened to hear of the passing of "Rocky!" I met Rocky while employed with the NJIT Police Department. He and I hit off from the very first day that we met, and we have remained great friends since. We both moved on to the Franklin Township Police Department and we were partners in the Crime Suppresion Unit. Rocky was a very dedicated police officer and even more dedicated to his family and friends. He loved music, movies, motorcycles and his job. I will miss his sense of humor, and his freindship. I have lost a great friend and a brother. He will always be remebered. May he rest in peace. I love you "Rock!"
Sammy Hernandez FTPD, Somerset ,NJ
Sammy Hernandez
November 9, 2008
Rocky was a great partner, friend and was like a brother to me. He will be deeply missed. I Love You Rock! Rest In Peace Brother
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Denise Winstead
November 8, 2008
Rock, my supplier of all things chocolate chip and my Pete and Elda's partner in crime (the XXL will have to wait until we meet again). My memories will all be good ones! I hope that your family finds comfort in knowing that you were one of the good guys - able to make people smile and laugh. You will be missed!
Eric Giordano
November 8, 2008
Even though I only had the pleasure of knowing Rocco for a small time, I can tell you he was one of the nicest people I have ever met. He will be missed by us at the FTMC.
Rich Allen
November 8, 2008
I was shocked & saddened to hear of Rocco's passing. I had the great pleasure of working with him during his (too short) time at FTPD. Rocky was truly one of this world's genuinely nice guys. He will be sorely missed.
DEA Special Agent Joseph Gill
November 8, 2008
Rocco was one of my best friends...and I only have great memories of the times we spent together. He loved being a cop, he loved music and movies, going shooting, and just being around his friends and having fun. We went to College together and became great friends, we became neighbors for some time after that and both got into law enforcement. After I got transferred to Miami, Rocco was one of the few friends that I kept in touch with from New Jersey, and I will never forget him. Rocco's sense of humor was great, and he would always make me and anyone around him laugh and have a great time. Rocky and his family will be in my prayers.
Tony Presutti
November 8, 2008
I was saddened to hear of your tremendous loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of "Rocky" I had the great pleasure of working with him for the last five years at the Franklin Twp. Police Department. He was always friendly, courteous, professional and just an all around great guy. He will be greatly missed by myself and his brothers and sisters of the Franklin Township Police Department. May God bless "Rocky" and his family during this most difficult time and may he always be in our thoughts and prayers.
Donna Herbert (Levinsky)
November 8, 2008
Hi Linda, I just wanted to say how sorry i am on the loss of your brother. I know we havent spoken in a very long time, but please know i think of you often, and would like to get back in touch with you. Please tell your family that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
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