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ROCCHI, Charles J.
Charles "Chuck" J. Rocchi, 69, of Windsor Locks, formerly of Windsor, beloved husband of Margaret (Durkin) Rocchi, passed away Monday (January 23, 2012) at Hartford Hospital. Born in Hartford, son of the late Charles and Claudia (Malvicini) Rocchi, he grew up in Glastonbury, graduating from Glastonbury High School and the University of Hartford. He lived in Windsor before moving to Windsor Locks 12 years ago. Chuck served in the US Army Reserves. He and his brother Jim purchased the Windsor House Restaurant in 1969 and operated it until 1989 and later purchased the Glastonbury True Value Hardware store in 1990 until 2005 and now own and operate the Glastonbury Water Systems. Chuck served on the Windsor Zoning Board, the Tobacco Valley Tourism Bureau, and was a member of the Windsor and Glastonbury Chamber of Commerce. Besides his wife, he leaves two step-sons, Robert Williams, Jr. and his wife Linda of Enfield, and Thomas Donahue of Chicago; three step-daughters, Dori Bessette-Crail and husband Richard Crail of Manchester, Kathleen Donahue of New York City, Laurie Donahue and husband Gabriel Manfugas of New Jersey; a brother, James Rocchi and wife Sally of Coventry; a sister, Mary Ann Pontillo of Windsor; six grandchildren, Samantha Bessette, Jessica Williams, Stephanie Arbor, Chris Manfugas, Susan Donahue, and Cathleen Donahue; his mother-in-law, Yvonne Durkin of Bloomfield and two nieces, Deanna Thomas and Joanne Watson; and many grandnieces and grandnephews.
The funeral will be held Thursday, January 26th, at 9 a.m. from the Carmon Windsor Funeral Home, 807 Bloomfield Ave., Windsor followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Church, 1747 Poquonock Ave., Poquonock section of Windsor. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery. His family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 25th from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 825 Brook St. I-91 Tech Ctr. Rocky Hill, CT 06067 or the American Lung Association of CT, 45 Ash St., East Hartford, CT 06108. For online condolences, please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles ROCCHI
Bruce Alexander
February 14, 2012
alas, Chuck took good care when I was able to stop by the Windsor House
Dottie Buckingham-Austin
January 27, 2012
So sad to hear of Chuck's passing. What a loss to the GHS Class of 1960. Our sympathy to his family.
Martha (Maggie). Addington-McCormick
January 26, 2012
My heart is sad about the passing of Chuck. We were from the GHS class of 1960. Our paths would meet at TD bank early evenings on Hebron Ave. He would be very happy to converse on our daily businesses. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. So sorry for your loss.
January 25, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of such a gracious gentleman from the class of 1960. During the period of time when Chuck owned True Value Hardware, I was often in his store to use the copy machine. I always appreciated that if he noticed I was there, that he would break away from what he was doing and spend a few minutes visiting with me. My deepest condolences to Chuck's family.
Lorraine Hollister Warren
Liz Santos
January 25, 2012
Peg, I'm so sad to hear of Chuck's passing....my deepest sympathy to you and your family at this loss of such a great guy.
Meagan Lang Reid
January 25, 2012
Aunt Peggy, my heart hurts for you right now. May you find peace in all of the wonderful memories you have shared and the love he had for you, and all of his family. Take comfort in knowing he is at peace now.
January 25, 2012
Peg, so sorry to hear the news. My sincerest condolences to the whole family. God bless.
-Glenn Cusano
Sherry laneri Patten
January 24, 2012
Jim and Sally,
I'm so very sorry for the loss of your brother Chuck. He was always a gracious man with a heart to match. I know you will keep him in your heart and keep his memory alive. So very sorry
Kelley Scott
January 24, 2012
Miss you already Chuck! So sad. We're here for you Peg. Love you! Rich and Kelley
January 24, 2012
SO SAD TO LOOSE AN OLD AND DEAR FRIEND. THE CLASS OF 1960 LOOSES ANOTHER;
ALLEN WALKER
Sonia Svensk-Liskoski
January 24, 2012
I'm so sorry to hear that the Glastonbury High Class of 1960 has lost a treasured classmate.
Sharon & Miranda
January 24, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with Chucks family during this difficult time. He will be missed. He was always kind and thoughtful.
Reed Goodale
January 24, 2012
David Reed Goodale GHS 1960
Ned & Jan Preli
January 24, 2012
Chuck, Sharing memories from High School to now, we will remember you and miss you. We extend our deepest sympathy to Peg, Jim, Mary Ann and all your family.
Nancy Karanda
January 24, 2012
What a great man he was. As his father before him. My sincere condolences to his family.
January 24, 2012
Jim,
So sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. You both were so great to work for! My condolences to the family.
Sandy Hirth, Old Sayrook
January 24, 2012
Peggy: Our deepest sympathies are with you. We are so glad we were all able to get together in October. We really enjoyed knowing Chuck and his sense of humor. Peggy and Jerry Emerson
January 24, 2012
PEGGY, What great sorrow that Chuck left us. We all enjoyed his joy of life.
Diane and Jerry
Dori Bessette-Crail
January 24, 2012
Chuck, our hearts are breaking but knowing that you are at peace is carrying us through. Thank you for being a true gentleman to your beloved family. We miss you and will honor you forever with all of our love.
Richard Crail
January 24, 2012
Chuck, you were and will continue to be a great role model on how to treat people you love. Your generosity, sense of humor, curiosity, and values will never be forgotten.
Bill Arcari
January 24, 2012
My sincere condolences to Chuck's family.
Carmon Funeral Homes, Inc.
January 24, 2012
With deepest sympathy during your time of mourning.
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