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Chuck Kreiman
March 6, 2024
Just learned of Rocky's passing as I prepare to use some of his inventive material for an upcoming presentation on HUD CPD programs. Rocky was a joy to work with and a joy to learn from. His family and friends may take comfort in knowing that his legacy endures.
Joe Davis
February 18, 2024
I´m sorry to read of Rocky´s passing. I was a freshman at Mercer when Rocky was a senior. He kept me informed and showed me the ropes. It was always a treat to be in his company.
Mary Ann Moon
December 14, 2021
-missing The Rockster. Love to his family
May Samaniego
October 4, 2020
I met Rocky many years ago when he was with TDA, Inc., one of numerous consulting contractors while working at HUD’s LA CPD Office. Rocky was one that knew everything there was to know. We kept in touch for many years after my retirement, always sharing information, good or bad, etc. We talked about everything. He was always working on something trying to help those in need in the world of Community Planning and Development assisting those communities that were looking for ways to comply with HUD regulations and best practices. Great sense of humor, and he always knew where the good eats were. Will miss him greatly.
Jacqueline Denise Lombard
August 24, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. I will love you and miss you always. Every time I think of VISTA, you are right there in the midst. Rocky was a devoted father and Emily and Philip are his most precious loves...he was a proud father!!! It gives me great joy to pay forward the friendship that he deposited into my life.
teddie pierce
June 21, 2020
I can hardly put my sadness into these words. Rocky's daughter just let me know about his passing today. I met Rocky through mutual HUD friends. He and I used to talk and carry on about everything.
He was so proud of his children and the work he had done over the years and his character was so pleasing. Rocky was one of a kind on this earth.
If anyone deserves the best in a beautiful Afterlife it's Rocky - a best friend to anyone he'd ever met :)
J Bienko
December 31, 2019
On behalf of the Presidential Management Alumni Association, thank you for Rocky's service to others and our sincere condolences to your family. PMAA
Teresa Azar
December 21, 2019
Rest In Peace Rocky and keep on with your sense of humor. I know you are with your mom.
Teresa Azar
December 21, 2019
I went to high school with Rocky. We hung around together and were in the same classes. Used to visit Whitefront market and knew his mom well. Went to many outings at Camp Waco. I have very fond memories of Rocky. I saw Rocky at high school reunions but our group really connected again at our 30 year reunion. After that there were many get togethers at the Varsity. I am so very sad we lost Rocky and offer his family my prayers and sympathy. I will miss Rocky. He was a true light.
A suitable Throne for our Buddy
Jay and Mary Ann Moon
December 21, 2019
We will miss you, Rocky. You're leaving a big hole in our hearts. Rest In Peace, Dear Friend.
Bob Patterson
December 21, 2019
Rocky was my double first cousin. His mom and my dad were siblings. His dad and my mom were siblings. While growing up, we were like brothers. Either he was at our house, or I was at his. Only a couple of days separated us by age. As we grew older, we took different paths in our lives and we weren't as close, but we were still friends an most of all family. You will truly be missed by many. Love you man.
Bissi DiCenso
December 20, 2019
I wish I could be there to honor Rocky. He was an amazing friend to me and countless others. Rocky loved his children and was incredibly proud of them. His hilarious stories about his brothers brought me numerous belly laughs. I will greatly miss his trivia emails and his ponderings by his koi pond. Rest well, Rocky. I know there must be a plethora of bourbon in heaven.
Richard Gordon
December 20, 2019
I only recently became acquaited with Rocky but he was great and even followed up with me several times following the class I attened in OKC. I can't say enough about his work and dedication to helping Economic developers. He set a very high bar for others to follow.
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