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Rocco Risbara Obituary
SCARBOROUGH -- Rocco C. Risbara Jr., age 70, of Scarborough, passed away at home on March 15, 2014, with his loving family by his side, a result of pancreatic cancer.
Born in Portland in 1943 to Rocco C. Sr., and Mary (Bellino) Risbara. Rocco was a Cheverus High School Class of 1961 graduate. Rocco started his business, R. Risbara Construction Co., Inc., in April 1968 with Marcia and his father's help. They built it into a successful business now called Risbara Bros. Construction, Inc. based in Scarborough. In addition, he and Marcia started and ran Maine Properties Inc. and Agency 1 Real-Estate. The companies grew along with the growth of the town of Scarborough, and he was responsible for building many homes and neighborhoods in Scarborough, as well as other areas throughout greater Portland.
He built his businesses and his family with the support of his wife and with a strong faith. Rocco was a founding member of St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish in Scarborough and was instrumental in the planning and building of the church and parish community. He and Marcia donated the Risbara family chapel at St. Maximilian Kolbe. He was also most proud of his participation in the Brentwood Farms Community Garden, which was on the site of his grandfather's former farm, in the city of Portland.
He was a communicant of St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church, and a life- long member of the Italian Heritage Center.
While building his family, faith community, and family businesses, Rocco was a generous but independent spirit who enjoyed his family in Scarborough and also at their family camp on Eustis Ridge. Many friends learned how to ride snowmobiles and ATV's, at that camp, and all enjoyed terrific meals at the round table. Like everything he had, it was shared with others. He and Marcia spent winters in Punta Gorda, Florida in his partial retirement, and enjoyed friends, boating and their beloved Corvettes of Charlotte County Club, but the lure of his family and the family business always brought him home to Scarborough in the spring, ready to take on a project. He enjoyed old cars and was very proud of the numerous vehicles he and Marcia restored together. His shop was always open and available to help others and he spent many hours working on vehicles belonging to friends and family who needed help. Helping people, fixing things, teaching his ways of doing things and
Rocco C. Risbara Jr.
Jones, Rich & Hutchins
Funeral Home & Cremation Service
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telling stories were daily occurrences for him. He was a friend and mentor to many.
He was predeceased by his parents; his sister Concetta and her husband Joe Pallotta, his brother Peter Risbara; his father-in-law John Rico, his brother- in-law Jack Rico; and his nephew Stephen Pallotta, as well as many beloved aunts and uncles.
He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Marcia (Rico) Risbara. Together, he and Marcia built a large and loving family and are the proud parents of, Rocco (Roccy) III and wife Mary Jane; William (Billy) and wife Lisa; Marc and wife Lisa; and daughter Leanne and husband Bob Dehler. Together they had 13 wonderful grandchildren of whom they are enormously proud, Maria, Ashley, Rocco IV, Garrett, John, Micaela, Marco, Marisa, Serina, Maggie, Lydia, Nick and Joseph. He is also survived by his sisters and their spouses, Carmel and Lou Croce, and Sandra and David St. Clair, and sister-in-law Candy Risbara; as well as his mother-in-law Theodora Rico, sister-in-laws and spouses, Marilee and Jim Pandiscio, all of the greater Portland area; and Rosemary Rico and husband Billy Hodge of Gibsonton, Florida. In addition to many nieces and nephews, Rocco is survived by a large contingent of former employees, friends, and associates too numerous to mention, all saddened by his passing, yet joyful to have been a part of his life.
The family would like to thank the staff at Maine Center for Cancer Medicines, as well as VNA Home Health Hospice, and their Life Stages division, for the professional, compassionate care that he received.
Relatives and friends are invited for a time of visitation on Wednesday March 19, 2014 from 3 to 7 p.m. at Jones, Rich & Hutchins Funeral Home, 199 Woodford St. Prayers will be recited Thursday March 20, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home to be followed by a Con-celebrated Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. at St Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church. For further information and to leave a tribute in memory of Rocco please visit www.jonesrichhutchins .com.
In lieu of flowers,
please consider donating to:
The Maine Cancer Foundation
Tri for a cure.
Several of his granddaughters and a daughter-in-law have formed a team, Papas Girls, to participate.
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Memories and Condolences
for Rocco Risbara
Dawn LaVecchia
April 15, 2014
Marcia,
I was saddened to hear about the passing of Rocky. I have so many memories of you all coming to nana and papas to visit and her cooking her wonderful macaroni and meatballs, we had so many good times. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
March 27, 2014
Dear Marcia and family,
"The measure of a man, not how did he die, but how did he live. Not what did he gain, but what did he give? Those are the units to measure the worth of a man,and man regardless of birth".
Rocco's love and dedication to our dear Marcia and family was always superior. A kind soul who was admired by so many for his love, honesty, integrity, generosity and passion for his faith.
Our hearts are heavy with sympathy, and we are very sorry for your loss. May all of your fond memories of Rocco help you find peace. God bless you all.
Lise & Ron Corbin
Stevan Stromsky
March 24, 2014
Marcia, Rocky, Billy, Marc and Leanne We want to pass along our deepest sympathy to your family with the passing of Rocco. God bless you all.
Doris Amboyan
March 24, 2014
Marcia and Risbara family, we are so sorry to hear about Rocky, our thought and prayers go out to you and your family.
Pat and Doris Amboyan
Port Charlotte, Florida
Tim & M-J Wing
March 22, 2014
He will be deeply missed ,our prayers to the family .We have worked for the Risbara family for many years ,a pleasure knowing Rocco and his lovely wife Marcia .
March 21, 2014
I attended Rocco's services yesterday as a driver for an elderly lady who wanted to share her sorrow with the family. I was so impressed with the service & the beauty of such a sad occasion. I could feel the love & closeness of his family. I am so sorry for your loss, may God bless & comfort you. Barbara Mornson (driver for Fran Hilton).
Delores Boulerice
March 20, 2014
I had the most wonderful pleasure of working for the Risbara family. Rocky's smile was always filled with family pride. Rocky always had the most kind words for me.
Rocky "built" a beautiful family. I will always remember you Rocky and your words of wisdom. May God continue to bless you and your loving family.
Mark & Paula Jordan
March 20, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to the Risbara family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rocky and Dad - Febr. 2000
Kathleen Dobson
March 20, 2014
To Marcia, Rocky, Billy, Mark and Leanne ....There aren't enough words to say how much Rocky has meant to the Dobson family. Our connection was born decades ago, and the years have brought only deepened personal and professional closeness with both he and Marcia. I grew up on the outskirts of their family, admiring their deep closeness. I started my property management career by being advised by them. I vacationed in their world, with my parents, and enjoyed the spray of the sea with them. I was the grateful beneficiary of Rocky's advice upon the death of my aunts husband. I, and my family, would have been lost without his partnership, compassion and strength during my father's final weeks and hours. I started my marriage on the arm of dads dear friend, Rocky. They were two-of-a-kind in many ways, and it was fun to see them do their dance together! Many other members of my family have likewise been blessed by Rocky's wisdom, guidance, generosity and just plain friendship. We love you Marcia, and our hearts are with you.
Vito & Pat D'Amico
March 20, 2014
Dear Marcia & family,
We're so sorry for your loss. So many beautiful sentiments written by your friends and family, what a wonderful tribute of a life that was so well lived and loved by so many! We feel so blessed to have met you and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
John Wood
March 20, 2014
“Remembering Roccy Risbara”
We were among the “many” to whom Roccy was “friend and mentor”. As employees of Titcomb Associates, we surveyed subdivisions, condo projects, and innumerable houselots for Roccy during the boom years of the 1980s.
It was an odd partnership, in some ways … two college boys, working for a graduate of the School of Hard Knocks . … but it worked.
Our differences surfaced on day one at the corner of Regan Lane and Northwoods Drive. We had plans, lots of plans, but the numbers simply didn't work. As we struggled to match vertical and horizontal curves, Roccy traced a line in the dirt with his toe.
“Blend it!” he said.
We soon became friends. Probably this began one Saturday morning on Willowdale Drive, where the entire Risbara clan was busy clearing a lot for Billy. Every piece of equipment they owned was running at full throttle, and we were invited to lay out a house in the middle of it all.
Working for Roccy was not like working for other developers. Typically, we would arrive with a roll of plans and a sheaf of “comps” -- a computer's-eye-view of the project. Rocky would grab the plan and say, “Flip it, spin it, and put it in the hole!”
All the while, a backhoe was pawing the ground and a foundation crew was waiting to go to work. We soon learned to get it right and get it right quickly.
Roccy did not suffer fools gladly. One day, we showed up with another surveyor, who had the misfortune to make a mistake on his first day. Confronted with the problem, he laughed nervously. He never worked for Roccy again.
But Roccy was not all bluster. Once, our Ford Escort got mired in the mud at Whistler Landing. We tried to tow it out with a piece of ½” line, which of course snapped immediately. “I never saw my father laugh harder,” said Roccy III. And then Roccy towed us out.
The business prospered, but it was always more than a business. Roccy's pride in his family was palpable, and as we got to know Marcia, Roccy III, Billy, Mark, and Leanne, we understood why.
Gradually, “the boys” took over day-to-day control of the operation, but Roccy was never far away. Long after he should have retired to an office, he was still on the job site, doing his best to make water run downhill. “That's not wetland,” he would say. “That's undrained soil!”
Roccy dressed for work. You could always tell how cold it was by counting the number of shammy shirts he wore. We saw as many as five. After working together for fifteen years, we grew closer. We discussed the meaning of life over a bulldozer blade. We got useless in Eustis.
Later, the economy soured and we all moved on. We always meant to go back and take him out for a long lunch, but it never happened, probably because you couldn't imagine Roccy sitting still for a long lunch.
Still, 20 years later, not a day goes by that we don't think of him.
John Wood
Alan Cameron
Ed & Carol Combes
March 20, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go with you today and always. He was a special friend for many many years. Love, Ed and Carol
Sherrye Rankins
March 20, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Leanne and her family during this difficult time. Your faith and love of family will help guide you through these troubling times and know that your friends are here to help however needed. May God bless you and your entire family
March 20, 2014
Thinking of all the fun and memories we had in Maine together! We will miss you Roccy and your stories that you told that were full of adventure!
Forever in our hearts! Bobby, Kerrie, Blake and Courtney Shahan
M&A Galeucia
March 20, 2014
Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to the Risbara family. We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Thank you for all your family has done to help our family since we relocated to Scarborough 19 years ago.
Stephen McCarthy
March 19, 2014
Rocco was one of a kind...determined, generous, kind...somewhat opinionated at times! I will always treasure hanging around with him and the boys in Eustis. Rocco lived his life true to his values..work hard, family first, and best of all , enjoy the moment. One of a kind...this was a man who defined integrity.
March 19, 2014
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Mihos Family
MARY ARSENAULT
March 19, 2014
DEAR MARCIA... AND YOUR ENTIRE RISBARA FAMILY...MY DEEPEST SYMPATHAY FOR YOUR HUGE LOSS. SENDING MY PRAYERS FOR YOU ALL AT THIS REALLY DIFFICULT TIME. MARY ARSENAULT
Lu Kachmar
March 19, 2014
To the entire Risbara, and Pallotta Families...my deepest of sympathy are extended to all of you!!!
Mike & Anita Price
March 19, 2014
Please accept our sincere condolences
Tony LeBlanc
March 19, 2014
My deepest condolences.
Nick Bull
March 19, 2014
Roccy III asked me to post this tribute:
Rocco was one of the first of our firm's client I was introduced to when I started my law practice in 1970. He was 2 days other than my brother Dave who was born March 31, 1943. In time, Roccy and I developed a friendship that went way beyond lawyer-client and a cordial acquaintanceship. He was like a brother to me.
Our backgrounds were so very different and at times he liked to needle me by saying “I didn't go to Harvard but I know how to start a car” or some similar jab.
When Roccy's and Marcia's children were young we started to be included in family gatherings and I came to know his early employees who were more than just employees – the early ones who came to mind were Norma Buffam and of course the incomparable Charlie Belanger.
As the boys grew, they became involved with the business and were able to complement each other with their different and disparate skills. Often that is difficult in a family business. With Roccy's guidance and Marcia's wise counsel, the business thrived. Many times I would spend an afternoon or an entire day with Rocco. At about the time I was pursuing my dream of developing my camp in Lovell, Roccy and I spent a day scanning the countryside in Eustis and then went to talk to the bank officer who dealt with the Strunks. I could tell he was smitten with pulling it off to have his place on Eustis Ridge.
To describe and properly portray Roccy's world, one must recognize that life's journey was so much about Roccy and Marcia (Marcia especially) and their love of family and friends as any single milestone. When my youngest daughter Whitney was born, we asked Marcia and Roccy to be her godparents and they readily accepted. When Whitney became engaged to her husband Adam Cromie, the first people she sought out in Maine to meet him were Roccy and Marcia.
I never asked, but I am sure there are many others for whom Roccy and Marcia served as godparents. Their marriage and devoted relationship are awe inspiring to their children, grandchildren and all of us. The challenges they have faced in the twilight of their marriage should never diminish the way in which they enriched the lives of so many for so long. I remember when I faced a life threatening cancer some 12 years ago, I told my son that If I didn't lick this thing, I just wanted to be remembered as a good guy, a good dad and a good grandfather. Roccy was all of those things and more. My life has certainly been enriched beyond measure by our friendship. So on this St. Patrick's Day in 2014, I am staying at home and thinking of Rocco and his family with the thought of “safe passage my friends”.
March 19, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the families. anne murphy
John & Tricia Ziroli
March 19, 2014
Marcia, We are so sorry to hear of Rocky's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time.
The Reali Family
March 19, 2014
To the Risbara Family, we are so sorry for your loss of a great and hard working man Rocco. Our thoughts are with you and your family
The Reali Family
Phyllis Martone
March 19, 2014
Marcia and family. You all have many wonderful thoughts and memories of your years together. Cherish those memories forever. Roccy was a wonderful, kind and loving man. We were all blessed to have had him in our life one way or another. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Love the Martone Family
Deb Cowley-Kierstead
March 19, 2014
Mrs. Risbara and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Risbara's passing. My memories are of him are his caring ways and love for his family. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. God Bless...
March 19, 2014
Marcia, We are so sorry to hear about Rocky's passing, our prayers and thoughts are with you and all your family. With heartfelt sympathy,
Lana and Sonny Colello.
Patricia (Maloy) Sawyer
March 18, 2014
Marcia, Very sorry to hear about Rocco, Our prayers & thoughts go out to you and your family.
March 18, 2014
Marc sorry tohear about your dad prayers to you and your family Barbara O'Brien
Terry & Joe Couture
March 18, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family during this difficult time.
Peggy (Sekera) Whitcomb
March 18, 2014
Marcia, I'm sorry to hear of Rocky's passing. My thoughts and prayers are for you and your family.
Priscilla Cutts
March 18, 2014
Sorry to here about Rocco. RICHARD call let me know. I am down south so will not be able to be there Thursday. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Marcia I know how you feel with your life partner in haven. Priscilla
Amy Birchfield
March 18, 2014
Reading all of the entries before adding mine.. I can see everyone else feels the same way for Roccy and the whole Risbara family, as I do. He was a very special man who always had time to listen and to offer words of wisdom. His love for his wife, children, and grandchildren radiated from him. There are very few people in this world that were as caring as Roccy. The stars will be shining just a bit brighter tonight with this amazing man's journey to heaven. I will miss this dear, sweet man so much.
March 18, 2014
TO THE RISBABA'S MARCIA, ROCCO THE THIRD,BILLY AND MARK. WITH SINCERE REGRET
TO LEARN OF THE PASSING OF ROCCO,HE WAS SUCH A GREAT PERSON AND WILL BE MISSED BY A LOT. IT WAS ALWAYS A PLEASURE TO VISIT HIS MANY BUILDING SITES. I KNEW HIS FATHER QUITE WELL AND AS A YOUNG CHILD I MET HIS GRANDFATHER A FEW TIMES.THE RISBARA'S HAVE ALL THE HONOR AND INTEGRITY THAT ANY FAMILY COULD HAVE. I THANK THE LORD
THAT THE RISBARA'S HELPED ME GET STARTED IN MY OWN FIELD OF WORK.BOB DYKE
D.J. Stack and Family
March 18, 2014
Our hearts go out to all of you at this difficult time. Rocky was an inspiration. He had an incredible career, numerous gifts and talents, a loving and devoted wife and family. He was blessed, as was everyone his life touched. I will keep all the memories and laughter in my heart always. Love to you all.
Vickie and Joe Howard
March 18, 2014
The Howard family of Punta Gorda FL are saddened beyond words.. We have so many wonderful memories of our times with this great man. Marcia and Rocci were alway so gracious and giving. We had beautiful times together in Punta Gorda, in Scarborough and at the family camp in Eustis.. Our love and prayers are being sent out to the entire family. Such a big and loving family.. May you find some comfort in knowing Rocci is in paradise with our Lord and that we will see him and his huge smile again.
Orlando and Empe Doria
March 18, 2014
Marcia and family Our prayers are with you at this time, we were very fortunate to know Rocky for so long and share good times and wonderful memories with Him and Marcia in Port Charlotte, his smile and caring always feels good to be in his company, love Orlando and Empe Doria
Richard Cervizzi
March 18, 2014
Rocky, a special person, was nice to me right when we moved to Scarborough and I began my law practice. As we got to know each other from his efforts to raise money for our year round parish, St. Max's, realized what a good heart Rocky had. Marcia, Thanks for sharing Rocky with all of us. Dick Cervizzi
Seth Holloway
March 18, 2014
Rocky was always there when someone needed help!! He was certainly one of the most generous and caring people I have ever known. I will fondly remember the many hours we spent working on cars, and the stories he would tell of his family and friends.
We will truly miss you Rocky!!!
Seth and Roxanne Holloway
Colleen Harmon
March 17, 2014
Rocky Risbara has been called home. If everything that Rocky/Risbara Construction had a connection with could glow, there would be no need for street lights. Rocky will be missed but his legacy shines on.
Max and Linda Freeman
March 17, 2014
Marcia and family....Max and I are saddened to hear of Rocci's passing. May all the wonderful memories help heal the hurt. Hugs to all...
March 17, 2014
His constant smile was sure to make you feel better. His stories were numerous and true. We didn't see him enough and regret it. Peter and Claudia Risbara
Patty Bellino
March 17, 2014
What I remember about Roccy....
Him showing up with tractors and making something enjoyable out of nothing.
The stories of our family members most of which made you laugh.
Teaching us the things he knew...like how to drive a boat and anything with a motor.
Giving you help when you needed it and even when you didn't know you needed it.
Bringing people together in good times. When they were not so good he would lend you a listening ear then chat a lot in yours.
The advise he gave...some that you may not have wanted to hear but may have needed to hear.
Big Hugs, lots of Love, a Smile and a Big Laugh.
I believe he is with all of his passed loved ones looking down on us and saying..."Good job or you may want to think about that, but you know I love you."
I am going to miss you Roccy and to the rest of the family and his friends my hearts love and prayers are going out to all of you.
March 17, 2014
Dear Cousin Marcia,
What great memories we have visiting you and Roccy and family the past 2 summers! Our kids loved the ride in the Fire Truck, the big Green truck and going out to the work site and riding in the Dozer! Bobby loved driving the Corvette and Thunderbird! Roccy and Bobby had so much in common with their passion of cars! We treasure these memories, and hold you close to our hearts! Love, The Shahan's
The Walkers
March 17, 2014
We are saddened at Roccy's passing. We so enjoyed sharing time with him at the lake listening to his stories.
Dan & Mary (Foley) Sylvester
March 17, 2014
Dear Marsha & family,
We were very sorry to learn of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the Croce family, God bless you all.
Dianne Ballon
March 17, 2014
Thank you Roccy for the gift of our gardens at Brentwood Farms Community Gardens. I did not have the pleasure of knowing you, but your generosity is felt throughout that beautiful garden.
My sincere condolences to the family.
March 17, 2014
Marsha, I am saddened to hear of Rocky's passing. Please know that he is in our prayers as are you and your family. Charlotte Boland (Punta Gorda FL)
Sharon Quatrano
March 17, 2014
My deepest condolences to you Marsha and the Risbara family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Roccy was a wonderful man.
The Minor Family
March 17, 2014
To the Risbara Family,
Words of sympathy are often unable to express our true sense of emotion and emptiness with the loss you are experiencing.
It is our hope and prayer that you are able to fill that emptiness with warm memories of the good times you were able to enjoy, share these with each other.
God Blesses us with these memories, enjoy them.
Rodney & Nancy Doucette
March 17, 2014
Dear Marcia & Family--"They know the deepest sorrow who have known the dearest joy" Roccy's loving words and deeds will live forever after! May peace and comfort be yours from knowing how deeply others care. Our hearts go out to you with deep sympathy, respect and love.
Michael Goff
March 17, 2014
Rocco was a kind and wise patriarch of a wonderful family. Our heartfelt condolences are with the entire Risbara family.
Frank Panuzzo
March 17, 2014
RIP Rocky our prayers are with your family
Nancy Blanchard
March 17, 2014
Marcia and Family - I am so very sorry to learn of Rocky's passing. He was so admired by my late husband, Dave. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this time of sorrow.
Lisa (St. Clair) Hines
March 17, 2014
Marcia and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Larry and Joyce Jensen
March 17, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Risbaras. Rocco did so much for his town and all of those who ever worked with him. He had a magical quality of being able to make anyone he met feel respected. Fondest Regards to all.
Elizabeth Tarasevich
March 17, 2014
May God welcome Roccy, a generous and great-hearted man. All of the gardeners at Brentwood Farms Community Garden owe him a great deal of gratitude for his guidance and generosity. We will never forget his gift of self, his capacity for hard work, and his wonderful stories. Our deepest condolences to his beloved Marcia and family.
Dianne Trynor
March 17, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jim Kenoyer
March 17, 2014
Rocco you will be missed. I learned a lot short time I worked for you. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family. RIP
Julie & Steven Farris
March 17, 2014
Billy, Lisa and the Risbara family,
Steven and I were so sorry to read of your Dad's passing. While I had not met your Dad, I do know he raised a wonderful Man in you Billy. You will all keep his memory alive just by being the people you were raised to be. Our deepest sympathies and love go out to you all.
Cindy Ufkin
March 17, 2014
Dear Risbara family,
"We were very sad to hear of Rocky's passing. Rocky, Marsha, and family have and always will have many dear memories with the Dobson family. Rocky was a very special, giving, and thoughtful man. His latest love and powerful contributions towards our son Noah will never be forgotten. The wealth of knowledge for love, life and family that was passed onto Noah is something that Noah will never let go of, and will cherish forever. The lunches that were provided by the loving Marsha during those work days in the shop were special as well. Rocky always treated Noah as if he was family, along with Marc and Billy and the entire Risbara family. Thank you for the memories, Rocky & Family. Gary, Cindy, Noah, and the Ufkin Family.
Doug MacDonald
March 17, 2014
To the family of Rocco.You were blessed to have such a wonderful father and grandfather.He has done so much for for the town and its residents, we should all take a minute to think of how he touched our lives.He will be sadly missed. Our deepest sorrow.
Kandy Wood
March 17, 2014
Very sorry to hear this news...a ground breaker, entrepreneur,and wonderful man. Grieving for family after hearing this tragic news.My thoughts and prayers are with Risbara family
Kandy (Coburn) Wood
Rosemary Rico
March 17, 2014
He was a second brother before I knew what the 'in-law' part meant, because only a real brother would teach a little sister how to bite her own toenails! Miss you Roccy! Love Rosemary
March 17, 2014
Marsha and family,
Denise,my staff and I would like to offer our sincere condolences to you and your family. I really enjoyed the relationship I developed with Rocky over the years and he will be sadly missed by all the lives that he touched. I will cherish my memories always.
Dr Gardner
March 17, 2014
Very sorry for your loss, he was a special man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. James and Connie Somma
francis amoroso
March 17, 2014
I have many childhood memories growing up together at St. Peter's church. Rocco was a good man who always placed family and friends first. I also enjoyed talking cars with him and Marcia at the Bonney car shows in May. Our prayers are with his wonderful family.
Caroline Disanto
March 17, 2014
To The Risbara Family My hearing of Rocco was deepley Sadend ,As he was a class act just as you Boys are ,I had the pleasure of knowing and waiting on him for 30 plus years and there wasn't a time he didn't make me laugh,He loved his Family around the Big table ,he was smiling the whole time ,My thoughts and Prayers are with you Marcia,and the Family .Love to you all~~~ Caroline DiSanto and Son Christopher
March 16, 2014
I'm sorry for your loss
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers....
Louis Paris & family
March 16, 2014
Marcia, Rocco, Billy, Marc and family~~John and I were deeply sadden by Rocco passing. You have wonderful memories , hold them dear. Our thoughts and prayers are sent your way. Sincerely,
John and Donna Jackman
Shannon Bouchard
March 16, 2014
Honey (Carmel) & Lou, Morgan family, & family- I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Jeremy Grondin
March 16, 2014
Our thoughts & prayers go out to all of the Risbara family. He was & will always be a important part of Scarborough.
Diane Gallant
March 16, 2014
Aunt Marcia and entire family.... We are heartbroken. The mentoring with Jacob over these past few years in the shop will never be lost. Uncle roccy and you were there for me when I lost Stephen 6 years ago.... I appreciated every moment I had with him. Love you both!!!!
March 16, 2014
Don and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. He was such a nice man and Don enjoyed all his visits with him and their motorcycle rides.
Don and Marlyne Patch
Brenda,Jimmy & Sierra Duggan
March 16, 2014
I'm so sorry for all of you losing such a great man. Words can't express my feelings,much love & support ??
Deb Malia
March 16, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. He will always be close in your heart if you hold on to precious memories. Love to all.
The Bernier-Malia family
Robbie Maietta
March 16, 2014
Rocco and my father taught us boys how to treat people and those 2 visited before Christmas and before they left they told each other they loved each other knowing they weren't going to be here long and there was never a time if each 1 needed something it was there and they taught us the same we are family because of those 2 we will carry that on as always!
Jerry & Annette DiMillo
March 16, 2014
I am at loss of words regarding the passing of my dear friend Roccy. Annette and I cherish the times and travels that we spent with Roccy and Marcia and our prayers are with all of the Risbara family. With our deepest sympathy,
Jerry and Annette DiMillo.
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Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
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Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
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The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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