ROCCO FRANK RAGANO

Mrs,Ragano,Diane and Jeff,
I just recieved word of Rocco's passing.I met Rocky in 1964.St. Philips 1st grade. We were friends ever since.The older people get,we go in different directions.There were times Rocco and I wouldn't see each other for years,but when we did see each other,it was always a hug and then a laugh.We never forgot where we came from.The memories Rocky and I made are ours.He was a class man.I carry in my heart the memories we made.They are ours.I cherish them and always will.I will miss my friend,but he will be a part of me.We made sure of that.Memories you make live forever.
My Thoughts and Prayers Are With All Of You.God Bless.


Jeff Pawlos

Dear Hazel & Family,
We were deeply saddened to hear of Rocco's passing. Rocco was my father's god son. He will be truely missed. He is in our thoughts and prayer.
Sincerely,
The DeFilippo Family

We both attended High School with Diane and will always remember her little brother Rocco. We are both sorry to hear about his passing and pray that your family will always remember all of the great times with Rocco. God Bless you all.

I am sorry to hear of Rocco's passing, my sympathies are with the family at this difficult time. He will be missed by all.

We are saddened by the passing of Rocco. Over the past several years he had welcomed our family into his resturant and treated us with the royal treatment. He would come and join us at our table and we shared many laughs. As hard as it is to say goodbye we find strength in knowing that Rocco is no longer in pain. Now a beautiful angel watching over us. God Bless his entire family. With Love The Merante Family

Remembering Rocco as an early teen, he was out earning $75 a day while we were asking our parents for a weekly allowance. Rocco was a hard working person who chased his dreams and accomplished so, so much. He got a lot out of life and fought until the end. I’ll miss the good conversations and the shining presence.

I am so sorry to hear of Rocco's passing. Please know that the family is in my thoughts and prayers.

To The Ragano Family,

We all loved seeing Rocco's smiling face in the halls and on the grounds of Nob Hill. Our residents and staff had lovely luncheons at Antonini's and Rocco was always a terrific host. He will truly be missed here.

Sincerely,

Linda Hindmarch
and the Staff of Nob Hill Apartments

Rocco friend and classmate from St. Philips and Canevin High will miss you on Thanksgiving morning.Sincere condolences to Diane and Jeff

Dear Ragano Family,

It is always hard to lose a friend but even harder to lose a child ,parent or sibling. I send you my deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with Rocco and you all.

Dear Rocco ("Ruby")

Even though we have not seen or talked to each other for many years, when ever I thought of you I would get the biggest smile on my face. You were definitely one of my most favorite friends from High School. We had so much fun and many many laughs together.I was really disappointed when you did not come to our 30th reunion. Since then I had always intended to bring my husband Bob up to your restaurant for lunch and to meet you. I regret that that never happened. Rest well my old friend and I will see you on the Other Side when it is my time.

I pray that you will walk in and through Christ's Light now and forever.

Thanks for the great memories!

Love,

Diane Roth-Chatham

You were our best man 25 years ago and our best friend every day since. You will be greatly missed. Rest in peace my brother. Love, Carmen, Lori, Alexis and Krista Roberto

We are deeply saddened by the passing of our friend. We will miss him. We hope knowing that God is taking care of him now is somewhat of a comfort to you in this sad time. Deepest sympathy from Manny and Kim Rojas.

He was a good neighbor and a friend when he lived next door. Sorry for your loss. Mae and Dan Davies

We are very sorry to hear about the passing of Rocky. He was a great man and loved by many. These last months have been tough but we all know he is in a better place and he is no longer in pain. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. We love you
Jared & Melissa Palmer and boys

Dear Diane and all of the Ragano family.
I am truely saddened and you all have my deepest hearted sympathy regarding the passing of Rocco. One of the great kids growing up in Westwood. The two things that come to mind about Rocco is his Great Hair and the awesome brick work job he did on the new house at the top of Cherry Street a million years ago. Whenever I am in town far and few in between I stop at the "Stop" sign on Warriors and look over at that house and think of Rocco.
Rocco and all of th Ragano family will be in my thoughts and prayers. He is closer to all of us now more than ever because he will be ever in our hearts!

Sincerely,

Mike "Missel" Wayhart

Rocco - we will miss him very much. He was a very special person and we enjoyed getting to know him. Everytime we think of our wedding day we will remember how special he made it at the restaurant.

Hazel, Dee and Jeff, My heart goes out to you for the pain you are now feeling, but oh, what a glorious day for Rocco. God has really blessed him by calling him home...no more sorrow, no more worries about you, and no more pain. Who could ask for anything better?

I truly appreciate the times that Rocco and I shared and those memories may never be replaced. I wish you peace during this difficult time, and know that he will forever live in my memory. God Bless.

Although we lost touch over the years, I'll remember our Florida vacation with Carmen and the laughs we shared through high school and beyond. God speed and God bless. Don Cerminara

Hazel, Louis Schohn,
Rocco Jr., and the Ragano Family…

Please accept our deepest sympathy with Rocco's passing and with all he endured this past year. May God be with you all and ease your sorrow at this difficult time.

If you can hear us Rocco...Our time with you was precious. All your friends' lives were touched by you in so many ways. We have missed you so much this past year and now will keep you in our hearts forever.

Rocky you will be remembered with a smile. Thank you for being our friend. We enjoyed every minute of it.

Although we lost touch over the years Hazel, I was saddened to learn about your son's passing. I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I'm your old and still friend, Mary Pointer.

Rocco,
We are so sad to hear about the death of your Dad. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Earnest, Vanessa, Stephen Fullwood & Family

Ragano family,
So sorry to hear about Rocco's passing. Remembering about the neighborhood way back when which brings back good memories like the baseball games in the backfield. Always will remember my Mom Philomena giving Rocco grief about one thing or another.

I will miss you Rocco, and the memories of our good times and laughs will last forever. I am relieved that you are resting in a better and pain free place. God bless your family and may they find the strenth to find their way through this difficult time.

Ragano Family,
Our deepest sympathy. We were just remembering the fun times we had growing up, and Rocco was a big part of the conversation. May God bless him and your family.
Jancosko Family

Rocco brought so many smiles to so many faces. A great guy, and a wonderful person. My deepest sympathy to the family, and "Little Roc".

Jeff and family,
Rocky and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers for a while now. I know he was a great guy and a very good friend to my brother. I hope your memories give you strength to get through this difficult time.
Michele (Derence) Zwigart

Rocco I will miss you brother, and the many great times we shared and the laughs we enjoyed. I have prayed for you and I am relieved that you are in a better and pain free place. Our memories will live forever.

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Rocco. He was one of the nicest, wittiest men we have had the pleasure of knowing. We had many fun times. We will certainly miss you, but we rejoice in the fact that you are at peace with our heavenly Father.

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with the Ragano family.

Wayne Carroll & Gail
South Fayette

Dear Ragano Family,Rocco will be missed by all that knew him.Rocco and all his family will be in our prayers. Mamie & Mack McGuffey

Dear Hazel,
I am deeply saddened to learn of Rocco's passing. Please know you're in my prayers.

Rocco was a great man and will be sadly missed! I have had so many good times with him! We will miss you Rocco!