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Paul A. Rocco

Paul Rocco Obituary

Rocco, Paul A.
Waterport, NY: March 19, 2009 at the age of 47. He is survived by his daughter Krisandra; grand-daughter Gwenevere; father Donald (Micky) Rocco, mother Betty (Tom Jermyn) Rocco; brothers Donald (Linda) Rocco, Steven (Bambai) Rocco, Richard (Lisa) Rocco as well as several nieces and nephews.
There will be no prior calling hours. A memorial service will be held on April 3rd at 11:00 AM at St. Mary's Church in Holley, NY

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Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle on Mar. 23, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul Rocco

18 Entries

Edwina hart

March 17, 2021

There is not anyone like him. Amazing person and awesome musician. Thinking back on what he was dealing with, I'm amazed at how strong he was. I will cherish , always, my years with him, and I will miss him always.

Edwinahart

October 31, 2020

Paul was very special. I have never known anyone like him, and I know I never will. The years we spent together will never be forgotten and I will always miss him. I know he is remembered by many for the awesome person that he was, and for his amazing music. He lives on .

Donalyn DeFilipps

April 6, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I remember Paul as a youngster when we all went to St. Mary's. I remember he was so sweet and had the cutest smile. I remember him as a practical joker. Betty, I remember you with fondest memories, you were one of the sweetest ladies I ever met in the Holley school system.

Take care and God Bles, Donalyn DeFilipps

Andrew Harris

March 31, 2009

Paul was a sweet guy and I am so sorry to hear the news of his passing. I remember him grabbing my fingers and moving them on the fret board while showing me how to play Little Wing by Jimi Hendrix. We taught each other how to play guitar when we where really young. I remember a day when we talked about music and he said "why to you like music so much?" and I said "It's beautiful!" and he added "and endless" Paul had such vision! I just really wish I could have spent some time with him before he left us. In my family Paul lives on, my two little boys are learning guitar, and songs Paul taught me how to play. Peace to Paul and family!

With Love Andrew Harris

Mark Lusk

March 30, 2009

My condolences to the Rocco family. It's been a long, long time since I've seen Paul, but we had some fun times back in the day. Rock on, Paul.

Terri Fanton

March 29, 2009

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the Rocco family and all of Paul's close friends and fellow musicians. Although I had not seen Paul in many many years, the news of his passing saddened me for all of the lives he touched. I remember Paul as a gentle hearted soul.
Back in the day, WAY back in the day, I used to spend a lot of time next door at the Stettner's house, with my friend Lisa. Which pretty much meant Mary, Joe and Jim had to put up with me, even when they didnt want to at times...lol

One day I was hanging out with Lisa while Jim and Paul were downstairs playing music, Paul of course, playing guitar. They needed someone to sing, and Lisa volunteered our singing services...if you could call them that...lol The song they were practicing was Stairway to Heaven! lol Certainly nothing we had practiced in chorus...lol And we just could not get it right, we clearly weren't cut out for that song.

Jim tried to be patient, but eventually he started getting annoyed...after all, to him it was his little sister and me, who was always hanging around, and usually obnoxious to boot! lolol So, Jim had finally reached his limit and snapped at us, and while Lisa really wasn't phased, I was. My face must have fallen, because Paul immediately tried to smooth things over, saying to Jim "It's ok man, they dont know, they're trying" and then proceeded to calmly coax us into doing it the way it should be done, telling us to take our time and not be nervous, to just relax and have fun. Now listen, Jim had to deal with us much more than Paul did...so Jim had very good reason to have a shorter fuse...lolol But even at that age, I remember thinking that Paul was just so sweet. As we got older and I got to know Paul a bit better, I found out that's just the way he was, period.

You know we grow up, get our own lives, go our separate ways and as the story often goes, lose touch with those that in some way touched our lives. However, those people that made some sort of an impression on you will always be in your memories thus holding a place in your heart forever. My prayers and thoughts are with you all, Terri Fanton (DeFrank)

March 27, 2009

Paul was a gentle and honest soul who always brightened our day when he came into our store. He was Mr. Firebird! We were saddened by his passing and extend our condolences to his family. John Bernunzio Uptown Music

March 27, 2009

Our sincere condolences to Paul's family. You have been in our thoughts and prayers. Don and Darl Ryan

Jessica Rocco

March 26, 2009

It's so comforting to hear how my Uncle Paul has touched so many lives through his love of music. Thank you to all who have shared their thoughts and prayers as we deal with his loss- I know it has really helped me personally through this very difficult time and I find strength in knowing that he is at peace. I know I speak on many people's behalf when I say he will be greatly missed.

March 26, 2009

I just met Paul a few months ago, he agreed to teach my daughter how to play guitar. She is from Burma, and her English isn't the best yet. Paul dove right in and thought it would be fun trying to connect through music. He and Judith really hit it off and she always looked forward to her lesson's with Paul. I too looked forward to the lessons to hear the story's Paul would tell after the lesson was over. He'll be missed by our family, I thank him for showing Judith the language of music.
Greg Miller, Holley

Kathy Murphy

March 25, 2009

I was shocked and saddened to hear of my cousin Paul's passing. I will always remember him as a free spirit who had a big smile and hug for me when we saw each other, which wasn't often. Through the blogs I can see how many people he touched with his music; I hope he knew that. I envision him jamming with Stevie Ray Vaughn now. My thoughts and prayers are with my family in Western NY; I hope they can focus on memories of happier times with Paul.
Love,

Bob Arnold

March 24, 2009

I know my son Ryan really appreciated learning how to play guitar from Rocco. He'll always hold a special place in our hearts. I'll miss our front porch chats after the guitar lessons. Our lives were blessed by knowing Rocco. He'll be sorely missed.

Jenny Arnold

March 24, 2009

Rocco taught my son how to play guitar. he worked with him a lot over the past few years and really really taught him a lot. we were both very sad to hear of his passing, great guy and great musician!

Don Howcroft

March 24, 2009

Tribute to Paulie Rocco Vid (Milestones)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dN3bTq_Vv4

Thank You Jim Smith

Deborah Loke

March 23, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Paul and his family during this trying time. We are fellow musicians and he is and always will be sadly missed. Deborah and Larry Loke, Lyndonville NY

JULIE (SMITH)BOWER

March 23, 2009

my condolences go out to pauls family, especially betty,who was so sweet to me when i went out with paul.he was a great person and a force to be reckonned with. the talent he had was extremely special.i will always have a place reserved in my heart for paul.
JULIE(SMITH)BOWER

Don Howcroft

March 23, 2009

Very Much Missed! R.ock I.n P.aridise
http://www.myspace.com/paulierocco

Nick & Barbara Valle

March 23, 2009

Rest in peace musicmaker. We will miss you more than words can say. Life is fragile, live each day to the fullest. Peace.

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