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ROCCO ANTHONY MANISCALCO Jr.

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ROCCO MANISCALCO Obituary

MANISCALCO
ROCCO ANTHONY JR. on June 10, 2010. Beloved husband of Danielle Romanoff. Loving father of Krista, Rocco III, Gianna, and Jenna. Loving and devoted son of Lidia Riccobene and Rocco Anthony Sr. Eternally best loving brother ever of Dina Riccobene and Maria and Andrea Maniscalco, greatest uncle, best friend and mentor of John, Brian, A.J., and Alex. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing and Funeral on TUESDAY morning from 9 to 10:30 A.M. at PENNSYLVANIA BURIAL CO., INC., 1327-29 S. Broad St. Funeral Mass 11 A.M. Holy Spirit Church, 18th and Hartranft Sts. Interment private. Please omit flowers. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal but Love leaves a memory no one can steal.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Jun. 12, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for ROCCO MANISCALCO

101 Entries

Gianna Maniscalco

February 22, 2026

Almost 16 years without you, and I´m still lost. I just wish you got to meet my daughter. just thinking about how different things would be if you were here . Forever loving and missing you

Gianna

November 22, 2023

Miss you dad

danielle & the kids

May 10, 2011

11 months without you already,its' still hard to believe & accept.the kids & i miss you more & more everyday but we stick together to stay strong for each other.please watch over us.we love & miss you,until we meet again r.i.p. my love <3

Sal Genestra

January 27, 2011

Rocco... I was thinking about you today, and just wanted to drop by here to say a few words. You know, even after over 7 months I am still in shock about this. I am thinking about all of the good times we had when we were younger. I wish I could have got to see you more often in our adult years, but I will never forget the night that I saw you in the bar on 4th and Ritner. It was such a great surprise to see you, and I am glad I got that last chance to see you. I pray for your children, and your wife because this has to be tearing them apart. R.I.P. my friend.

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December 24, 2010

Our first christmas eve/day without you & we hate it!I wish I could go back in time & change that night this way you would be here with me & the kids.no matter what gifts the kids get there is one that they want that i can't give them & I wish i could.watch over us now that your our angel Love Danielle,Krista,Rocky,Gianna,& Jenna

December 10, 2010

Prayers to all ROCKY'S loved ones!I know he is truly missed.Only the good die young!

His Pride & Joy,His Family

December 10, 2010

You were the best husband & father,We still wish you were here cause your missing out on so much,but atleast me & the kids have alot of great memories to hold on to.We love & miss you Love,Danielle,Krista,Rocky,Gianna,& Jenna

danielle

December 10, 2010

Its' 6 months without you now & its' still hard to believe & accept,our lives been turned upside down since you were taken from us!we all love & miss you so much & wish you were still here.its' so hard to picture the future without you in it,all the plans we had are gone & it sucks!!!we love you Rock Love,Danielle,Krista,Rocky,Gianna,& Jenna

Dominick Donoflio

November 10, 2010

Wow....just found this page by accident. I didn't know it was online.

RIP cuz. I can't believe you are gone and truly wish we could have spent more time together. I was even thinking about calling you and coming up to Philly like we spoke about that one time. Wish I would have followed through on that now.

Danielle- I am really sorry I couldn't make it to the funeral. There was so much going on here in Virginia at the time. I just couldn't leave as much as I wanted to. Hopefully, my mom and sisters passed on my condolences. Believe me, I felt the pain from here.

Rock will be missed, Danielle. That is for sure. And though I know you have a lot of loved ones around, I would still like you to know that through him you have cousins in Virginia should you ever need them.

Andrea Maniscalco

November 10, 2010

Wow Brother... 5 months... all I keep thinking is I probably shoulda been a better sister.... Daddy misses you... talks about u everyday. I always think about what u always said.... about when your 80 years old and having family around u all the time........
Miss you. Love, the youngest of the lineback sisters.

megan romanoff

October 22, 2010

almost 5 months & still nothing you been on mind like crazy i don't even know what to say to my sister & your kids it kills me they are going though all this i wish i could build that stairway to bring you back to them!!!! im trying my best to do anything i could for them this hurts me so bad to have to write on this... YOU SHOULD BE HERE WITH YOUR FAMILY & your REAL FRIENDS! missing you alot :( love your sister in law Megan

Love,Danielle,Krista,Rocky,Gianna,& Jenna

October 11, 2010

I can't believe its' 4 months without you today.Things are getting harder & we're playing the who to trust game,but you know me I dta cause thats' what u always said!!!The kids & I are so lost without you & really wish you weren't taken from us,but we know you'll always be there even though we can't see you!We Love & Miss You Big Head!!!R.I.P.?

Love,Danielle,Krista,Rocky,Gianna,& Jenna

October 11, 2010

Danielle,Krista,Rocky,Gianna,& Jenna

October 1, 2010

u can shed tears that your love 1 is gone,
or u can smile because they have lived.
u can close your eyes and pray that they'll come back,
or u can open ur eyes and c all they left.
ur ? can be empty cause u can't c them,
or u can be full of the love u shared.
u can turn ur back on tomorrow and live yesterday,
or u can be happy 4 tomorrow because of yesterday.
u can remember them as only that they r gone,
or u can cherish there memory and let it live on.
u can cry and close your mind,
be empty and turn your back.
Or u can do what they'd want:
smile, open ur eyes, love and go on!
We Love & Miss You Rock!!!!

Donna Reveron

September 11, 2010

wow it's been 3 months yeasterday..Doesn't even feel real..Glad the family is still hangin in there..You are missed..

September 11, 2010

Hey, Rock.... still in shock... after 3 months, its still not real... I know it is... but I still don't want to believe it. Your wife and kids, everyone, we just aren't gunna get over this. The holidays are coming and I'm scared, Rock. What are we going to do?
I know you hear me and daddy talking about ya... and mimi and me talking about how we are dreading the holiday season... I don't even know what sense I'm making or not making but I hope you help us through all the tough times we are all going to experience without you there to bust em for us.... one thing I have learned thru all of this, never take people for granted. <3 u Rock

September 11, 2010

Its' been 3 months without You & its' only getting Harder,We Miss You so much & Hate that You weren't here to share Rocky's 13th.b-day & Jenna's baptism with us today!!!I know you were watching over us but its' not the same,I would give anything to have you back!!!I Love & Miss You Rock!(Big Head)~R.I.P.~ ?Forever in our hearts? Love,Danielle,Krista,Rocky,
Gianna,& Jenna

Jolene

August 10, 2010

Still can't believe you are gone,,,,,I used to love to blow up your phone and stalk you to come out,,,,I still have your number cause I just can't imagine deleteing it. You are one of a kind person and not the type that can be forgotten so easily,,,,,,,,you are truely missed.

Danielle & The Kids

August 10, 2010

Today is 2 months since you were taken from us,its' still unbeliveable & unreal for us & no one can accept it!!!!We just want you to know that you will never be forgotten,you'll always be in our hearts & loved!!!I Love you Big Head,Love forever,Danielle,Krista,Lil Rock,Gianna,&Jenna?~R.I.P. Rocky~?

MARY RODRIGUEZ

August 10, 2010

ROSES~R~RED~VIOLETS~R~BLUE~R~HEARTS~R~BROKEN~WITH~OUT~U!!!~?~MISS~U~ROCK~SO~MUCH~?~LOVE~MARY~WHAAA~WHAAA~WHAA~?

always & forever

August 7, 2010

your always with me

August 7, 2010

you'll always be with me <3

danielle romanoff-maniscalco

August 7, 2010

its' still to hard for us to belive your not here anymore,its' just to hard for me & the kids to accept,but we know your watching over us & always will!we just want you to know how much we love & miss you & no one could ever replace you,you were definetly one of a kind & now that i have your portrait tattooed on me,i'll have you forever!!!
R.I.P. My Big Head

Sal Genestra

July 7, 2010

OMG! I am at a loss for words about this. I had no idea that you died, Rocco. I am very saddened by this news, and I will miss you buddy! I first met you in 5th grade at Nebinger school, and we became fast friends. I had a lot of good times with you in our youth, and I will always remember you. It was great seeing you last year, and I wish that wouldn't have been the very last time. I can't even believe this is true. Why did this have to happen to such a great person? I know that we haven't seen very much of each other over the last 10 years or so, but I will always consider you to be a great friend. Words can't express how truly saddened I am by this. :-( R.I.P. Rocco!! I have your kids, wife, and family in my prayers.

Selena Hall

June 30, 2010

Danielle, I can't even imagine how hard these last 2 weeks have been for you and the kids. I've been thinking of you everyday since. I am always here if you ever want to talk. Don't think for a second that I won't come running if you need me. You'll always be my cuz. Love Ya

My love,my heart,my Big Head!!!

danielle romanoff-maniscalco

June 29, 2010

I want to thank all of you for the help,support,& kind things everyone said on here.it means alot to me & my kids.we appreciate you all.

Michelle Breccia

June 27, 2010

I just seen this and feel terrible. We knew each other way back in 1985, when I dated your best friend David. You always made me laugh, I remember the talks we had, although it has been many years since I seen you those talks meant alot to me back then. Shows the kind of man you were, God Bless.

Fred Tirelli

June 22, 2010

Rocky, you will be missed, but never forgotten in our hearts.

Fred Tirelli and daughter Michelle

don zepp

June 18, 2010

MY BROTHER FROM ANOTHER MOTHER,
i can still remember the first time i meet you 17 yrs ago..you were the first friend i met in s.philly, i remember the case of 40's of ole E...still want to know how we made it home from fishing..hahaha..never caught anything but friendship..the phone call at job corps to tell me its a boy!!! I hope that your kids know how special of a person you were to everyone that you were around... cuz to me you were my BROTHER FROM ANOTHER MOTHER...

To your family i am truly sorry for the loss of your son, brother cousin and most of all FATHER...You guys always made me feel like part of your family..

So on that note Rocky i love you man...save me a beer.......

June 18, 2010

MS. D

June 17, 2010

I only knew you for a short time. But you were always kind and funny. I miss you coming to TD. Rest in Peace

Danielle,Krista,Lil Rock,Gianna,& Jenna

June 17, 2010

My Big Head,
This still does not seem real to me or the kids,but I want you to know we will always love & miss you & i'm so glad that you will live through them.we all promise that we'll make you proud & live the way we would if you were still here.I will make sure they stay on a straight path & with the help of family they will.we just want you to watch over us & keep safe,you are now our angel,WE LOVE YOU!!!

Your Little Sister

June 16, 2010

Big Brother,
I will always miss you.... AJ and Alex will never forget you and I will make sure of it. They were so happy to be with you and Dan and the kids the other weekend... They will always have those memories to keep with them. R.I.P. Love you always.

Daniel Esposito

June 16, 2010

Rocky may you rest in peace. My heart goes out to your family

Forest Osbourn

June 16, 2010

Rocky. You were a friend, and it's sad you left so soon.

Jackie Simone

June 15, 2010

Rock ,You will be missed by all, My heart goes out to your wife and kids cuz

MELANIE PILLA

June 15, 2010

R.I.P ROCKY YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY PRAYERS

June 15, 2010

"ROCKY MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN OUR PRAYERS. GOD BLESS XOXOXO " DINA GIGLIOTTI (PHILADELPHIA,PA)

Al & Maryann Thompson

June 15, 2010

IF TEARS COULD BUILD A STAIRWAY,AND MEMORIES A LANE, I WOULD WALK RIGHT UP TO HEAVEN AND BRING YOU HOME AGAIN.~

Wendy&James Reveron

June 15, 2010

my prayer go out to you and your family,You were a great man and touch everyone heart around you,You will be missed.

Wendy Reveron

June 15, 2010

Rocky we love you,You will be miss.You will always be in our hearts!!You touch everyone heart around you..

Angel & Bob Joynes

June 15, 2010

R.I.P. Rocky! May you be the rainbow that shines down upon your family & may your family find comfort in knowing that you will all be together again someday. God Bless!

Angel Girini

June 15, 2010

Rest in Peace Rocky! Our condolences to the family for such a terrible loss. You and your family are in our prayers. I am sure that they will find comfort in knowing that you are sleeping with the angels now. God bless you all.
Bob & Angel (Joynes) & the Girini Family

Jackie Simone

June 15, 2010

Cuz rockwe will miss u , u will always be in our hearts

Rick & Christine Rosati

June 15, 2010

Danielle and family we are so sorry to hear about your loss you all are in our prayers and thoughts if there is anything we can do for you let us know.

sally stewart

June 15, 2010

Danielle: Even thoug I haven't seen you guys in a long time, I will always remember the bar and how kind you guys were. I know it is hard right now, but it does get easier, because you will always feel him in your heart!

Kristin Morgan

June 15, 2010

I pray for the healing of your family during this difficult time, may only love and positive energy surround each and every one of them.

Cathy Shultz

June 15, 2010

Danielle,Krista,Rocco,Gianna and Jenna,I am so sorry for your lost.Rocky was such a great man,he would do anything for anybody at anytime. It's such a shame he was taking away at a young age they always say the...good die young! Always in my prayers!

Christine Hannan

June 15, 2010

Danielle,I wasn't around Rocky much but the times I was I always thought of him as a gentle giant.Always concern for his family.Sorry I can't be there with you,but know you and the kids will be in my thoughts today as you say your good byes to Rocky..He is your angel now and will be watching over his family from heaven.RIP Rocky..Love Aunt Chris

June 14, 2010

We are so sorry to have heard about Rocky...Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time.

~Danny and Terry Laimo

Jack Rossano

June 14, 2010

Gone but never forgotten. I will miss our arguments over the Eagles & Giants that we had for many years in the Porter House. RIP buddy.

linda and rick cattai

June 14, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Chris Katsaros

June 14, 2010

Well Rock you where to be my brother in-law, but in my eyes you ARE my brother in-law. In my heart you will NEVER die. I know you are up there protecting us as you always do. I know why meg and the boys loved you so much its because you have a heart of gold. I will NEVER forget you rock, just make sure you save me some heinekens when i get up there. R.I.P

June 14, 2010

Danielle, Krista, Rocco, Gianna and Jenna, Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for you and your family at this time! Rocky was a fabulous father, husband and friend. He will be terribly missed! You're all in my prayers. Let us know if there is anything that We can do. Love to you all!!

Toria & Howie Horner.

Candy A

June 14, 2010

R.I.P Rocky I will always remember our three way calls with Frankie! All of us up all night talking about whatever!Danielle and Family I am so sorry for ur loss!He was a great guy!

Jack-Michele Rossano

June 13, 2010

Danielle...I'm sitting here wondering what to say. Actually..there are NO words that will give you comfort right now..but later..you will read what everyone has said and you will know just how much Rocky meant to everyone. Jack & I are truly saddened by what has happened. He didn't deserve to leave you and the kids this way. If there is anything we can do...please let us know.
R.I.P. Rocky

June 13, 2010

bert and denise

June 13, 2010

thanks roc for being berts best friend and always making him feel like he had someone to come to. thank you for being my first born,ambers godfather and thank you for being a friend to me. danielle we dont know each other well but i pray for you and your kids everynight i am so sorry

bert and denise

June 13, 2010

michael coppinger

June 13, 2010

r.i.p my brother i will always remember the crazy things we did ,and even though we didn't get to hang out much in the last couple years you were always their for me just a phone call away you will be greatly missed never forgotten and always loved mike cop

michael coppinger

June 13, 2010

this was a good party...

donna+tito reveron

June 13, 2010

just wanted to let evrybody know how good of a man rocky was ..he will be missed.he was a good husband,father and friend.there were some good times.are thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family..we will miss you.. r.i.p rock

Krista and Daddy

June 13, 2010

michael coppinger

June 13, 2010

Rock you were a great friend ,and even if we didn't get to hang out that much anymore you were always their for me .I know your in a better place but i will miss you,And always remember the crazy things we did. I wish i had one last chance to hang out but i know i will see you again someday my brother love you

Cathie Irizarry

June 13, 2010

Our Deepest Sympathy goes out to the Maniscalco Family. Sorry for your Loss. No Family should endear such pain. Our hearts are with you all.
Aunt Rose , Cathie, Alicia, John, Linda & Rosemary

Chrissy

June 13, 2010

Thinking of you cuz! Danielle, Rocky's Children, Mimi, Dina, Andrea, Aunt Lydia and Big Rock....we are so sorry ((hugs)).

June 13, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.I grow up with Rocky and never wil forget th time we had from grade school to hight school..

Helene & Bill Davidson

June 13, 2010

Danielle And family so sorry you have to go though this...i only met rocky 1 or 2 times but i know your family for a long time you are all in my prayers..just try to stay strong... love ya

Rosina Ermilio

June 13, 2010

Big Rocky always opened his home to us when in need and was a good person through and through. He is gone too soon but will never be forgotten due to his big heart and sarcastic ways, amongst many other things. I specifically remember Rocky plotting with me to surprise Danielle with my visit to the house. Danielle came flying in the front door wondering what "girl" he was hiding within the front door - hahaha. He made that visit back home to Philly memorable. Danielle and the children, as all of us, were very lucky to have him in our lives even though he was taken from us too soon. Danielle, we love you and if there is ever anything you need please do not hesitate to call on us. Love, Rosina, Wayne, and Sandy.

R.I.P. Rocky you will be missed forever!

June 13, 2010

R.I.P.Rocky

Cathy Shultz

June 13, 2010

Doreen Marcolongo

June 13, 2010

Don't cry because he's gone.
Smile because he was here.
God bless you Rock.

jeff & emma grosso

June 13, 2010

Rocky...what a beautiful person u were.. my family and I are so lucky to have met such a wonderful person..We will NEVER forget all the great times we shared at the campground and in philly. amd especially those great ribs u made!!!Jeff and I will never forget all that u had done or us either..May God be with Danielle and ur kids during this terrible tragedy..Its tru when they say"ONLY THE GOOD DIE YOUNG"

June 13, 2010

Danielle,Krista,Rocco,Gianna & Jenna,
Our hearts go out to you. We are so sorry to hear about Rocky, he was a good guy...we are praying for you and love ya
Chills,Eileen & Family

Cecelia Zepp

June 13, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with Danielle, the kids and the family. Rock you were a great father and husband! You were always there for others and you were a good man! You will be deeply missed and forever in our hearts!

Marie Coudriet

June 13, 2010

I am so saddened to hear of this news..So young and such a great friend. I have so many wonderful memories of you when we were just kids....You will be missed. My prayers go out to your family at this difficult time and now you are a Angel looking down on your children. May you rest in piece my friend.

Matt and Mia Boyd

June 13, 2010

words cannot express our deepest sorrow as this was such a tragedy....rocky was a great friend, husband and father!!!! we are truely going to miss him and all the fun times we had together from sports with the kids or summers at the campground:(
danielle you and the kids are in our thoughts and prayers and may god bless all of you. RIP Rock

Luis & Leeanne Sanchez

June 13, 2010

Not, How Did He Die, But How Did He Live?

Not how did he die, but how did he live?
Not what did he gain, but what did he give?
These are the units to measure the worth
Of a man as a man, regardless of birth.
Not, what was his church, nor what was his creed?
But had he befriended those really in need?
Was he ever ready, with word of good cheer,
To bring back a smile, to banish a tear?
Not what did the sketch in the newspaper say,
But how many were sorry when he passed away.

Donna McGinty

June 13, 2010

RIP Rocky....I am still having a hard time with the fact that God has taken you from us. I only met you 2 years ago at John and Marys and knew then that you were a great person and then finding out you were family which made it an even greater feeling. Please watch over Danielle and the kids, also Aunt Lydia and Uncle Rocky. Until we meet again Roc.....

Michele Rossano-DeFinizio

June 13, 2010

Danielle I can't imagine what you, the kids, and family are going through, it's horrible... I've known Rocky since we were teenagers but my favorite memories are you guys at my Dad's bar, hanging out and just having fun. He was a great guy and will be missed by so many people. He is your guardian angel now, and you know it's just a matter of time before he is running things up there in heaven.

Chuck, Lisa and Chuckie Sailer

June 13, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. The Love and Support of family and friends will help you through this, also the memories that you shared with Rocco....

Eleanor Berry

June 13, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.I had the pleasure of meeting Rocky from my son JB.He was always good to Jim a true friend.

N C

June 13, 2010

God Bless.... Rocky's family my prays go out to u... Please dear god watch his children...

Angel Rescigno

June 13, 2010

R.i.p Rocky,I am lost for words.I am honored of the good times we had growing up together (7th and Bigler).You will always be in our thoughts.Until we meet again my friend.Watch over your family as they will need you during this sad time.You are now there special Angel.You will be missed by so many.

Chrissy , A-la , Crit , Neen & Sophia

June 12, 2010

God of our ancestors in faith, by the covenant made on Mount Sinai You taught Your people to strengthen the bonds of family through faith, honor, and love. Look kindly upon Rocky, a father who sought to bind his children to You. Bring him to Your heavenly home where the saints dwell in blessedness and peace. Amen.
Rest in Peace Rock !

Doreen Scherer

June 12, 2010

Danielle, Krista, Rocco, Gianna and Jenna,
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for you and your family at this time! Rocky was a fabulous father, husband and friend. He will be terribly missed! You're all in my prayers. Let me know if there is anything that I can do. Love to you all!!
Doreen

Bert & Denise Donoflio"s wedding 9/27/04 (Best Man)

Christina Dachille

June 12, 2010

Rocky,
I have to say that when I first heard of this sudden death my heart broke into two pieces -- one part is for your cuz/brother/bestfriend Bert, the other is your goddaughter Amber. I got out of surgery and begged for my stuff so I could call my bestfriend Bert bc the pain in my heart was killing me Well when I tell you I"ve known Bert for 17 yrs he is the godfather of my daughter and I've never seen him hurt or look this bad. Your death has change his life for forever, Bert will never ever be the same again. You were a great guy and a great friend. Last time I seen u was at the block party at my house for Tiffany"s Grad party, Amber said that yesterday to me. Your goddaughter Amber keeps saying everytime she looks at the pictures from the wedding "Daddy and Uncle Rock look so much alike I miss him so much why did this happen", well when she said that there was no way I could hold the tears back. My heart breaks for "The Donoflio Family" to see them hurt and have this much pain i don't know what else I can do to help. Bert won't talk to anyone, he cant handle this and I'm scared of how he will be on Tuesday Amber will as be there with us so I'm asking please look down on them and the rest of your family especially Danille, your kids, and your mom and dad bc they are all going to need your strenght and happiness that you put into there lives. Rest In Peace Rocky you were and still will be a great and wonderful person to all the hearts you have touch in the life you have lived it may have been a short one but you touch alot of people's hearts and that will never be forgotten your memory will live on forever.

To the family,
Words can not express the pain I feel for you all I don't even know what to say Rocky was a great person if there is anything I can do Danielle & Megan u both have my number please call and I'll be there my deepest sympothy,
Christina Dachille

Renzulli's

June 12, 2010

May your memories bring you laughter..........Renzulli family

angie ramos

June 12, 2010

sorry for your loss he was a good guy and my prayers will be will you for you and your family.

angie ramos

June 12, 2010

justed wanted to say sorry for your loss and the family's loss. he was a good guy.

Andrea Renzulli

June 12, 2010

I will miss you coming over to the house to visit us Rocky. Your silly grin, and our little chats. Love you always.......Andrea xxxooo

john dingler

June 12, 2010

R.I.P Big Rock, you were a great friend and an even better father,it was an honor being your friend.you will be missed.

NICOLE DAMBRO

June 12, 2010

rocky rip ! ...make sure you shine down on danielle and your beautiful children and family..i pray that GOD walks with them through this tuff time...you will be sadly missed by many!!! R.I.P.!

June 12, 2010

Our prayers are with your family at this time. I know that we will all see Rocco again in time.

The Pazdan family

Erin verdone

June 12, 2010

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010

Jennifer Wright (Bernstein)

June 12, 2010

Rocky was a great guy. I knew him since i was 14 when we all used to hang out around 7th street. Although i hadn't see him in a few years, i will never forget him. I know he was a great husband and father. I remember him always making me laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, his wife, his children. He will be missed. May Rocky RIP. I will always remember him fondly.

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