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Michael LaRocca Obituary
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MICHAEL
CHRISTOPHER LAROCCA
AGE: 36 SAYREVILLE
Michael Christopher LaRocca, 36, of Sayreville, died Dec. 1, 2009 at Perth Amboy Medical Center in Perth Amboy. Michael was born in Plainfield & had been a lifelong resident of Piscataway before moving to Sayreville 1 year ago. He was a 1992 graduate of Piscataway High School. Michael worked for the Piscataway Dept. of Public Works & was also a technician for Middlesex County Hazmat. He was a proud member of the No. Stelton Fire Dept. He was a member of the Sons of American Legion, the Dunellen Knights of Columbus, & a communicant of Our Lady of Fatima Church, Piscataway. Michael, an avid fisherman & hunter, also enjoyed spending time with his nieces & nephews who adored their Uncle Mike.
Surviving are his parents Pasquale & Christine of Venice, Fl., a brother Peter & his wife Christina of Bayville, 2 sisters, Theresa & her husband Scott Price of MO., Tracie & her husband Anthony Ciancio of Piscataway, nieces Kelsey, Domenica, Ava, Gina, Trinity, nephews Anthony, Alex, Phoenix, Julius & Giovanni.
Visiting will be Sat. 2-4 7-9PM & Sun. 4-9PM at the Sheenan Funeral Home, 233 Dunellen Ave., Dunellen. There will be a 10AM Mass of Christian Burial on Mon. at Our Lady of Fatima Church. Entombment Resurrection Burial Park, Piscataway.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael LaRocca
Arnab
June 14, 2023
i was actually thinking of Mike. having grown up as an only child yet best friends with Pete (and Teddy), I often times looked up to Mike like he were my older brother.
Tracie
November 30, 2020
Miss and love you every day Michael. I wish we could hit rewind and not have to live without you.
J S
November 28, 2020
Love and miss you from the depths of my soul.
Ronald Buttros
November 28, 2020
Life will never be the same without you. You are so missed by everyone, Uncle Ron
Michael radich
December 14, 2010
miss you old friend
me
December 10, 2010
Missing you so much right now and always,
I love you
anthony ciancio
December 2, 2010
mike miss and love you man, this life will never be the same with out you, your brother anthony
Never Forgotten
December 1, 2010
Where you used to be, there is a hole in the world. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
tracie ciancio
December 1, 2010
never forgotten my brother! one year without you is really a lifetime! miss and love you so much. i know you're watching over us but especially Christopher who kisses your picture every day. rest in peace michael. love u always!
October 22, 2010
There are no good-byes, where ever we are, you’ll always be in my heart.
Happy Birthday in Heaven
Tracie Ciancio
October 18, 2010
We love and miss you so much Michael! You had so many peopel thinking of and loving you on your birthday! Rest in peace my big brother and know how much we all love you! Thank you for Christopher, he is so beautiful! <3
October 18, 2010
Happy belated birthday Mike! <3 carrie n george
October 16, 2010
I miss you so much Michael I love you,rest in peace Love you Aunt Teresa
May 13, 2010
Thinking of u is easy, I do it every day. Missing u is the heartache that never goes away.
January 18, 2010
Most heartfeld condolences to the LaRocca Family,
Hoping you remember the Igoe family that were your neighbors many, many years ago in Piscataway. We were so very, very sorry to just recently hear about Michael. Sending our deepest sympathy to all. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers, Doris Igoe, Linda (Igoe) Busichio, Barbara (Igoe) Panebianco
January 16, 2010
Dear Pat and Chris,
Steve and I were so sorry to learn about Michael.
We always knew him as a big sweet kid.
Our hearts are hurting for you.
Please send our condolences to Teri Ann, Peter and Tracie.
with Love, Roni and Steve Kansagor, Clearwater, Florida
Donald Arthur
December 20, 2009
Dear Mike,
I met you on a little league field many years ago. You made me laugh the day I met you. We were small kids at the time. I've never forgot the day I met you. We paled around through middle school and high school. We ate lunch together all junior year. And had a lot of fun. The last time I saw you was a few years back at Point Pleasant Beach. I so miss you. May god bless you, and may you rest in peace.
To the Larocca Family, I'm very sorry for your loss. I'm deeply saddened about this news. I'm sorry but I don"t know what to say.
Donald Arthur
December 20, 2009
To my friend Mike,
We met on a little league field many years ago. You made me laugh the day I met you. We were little kids at the time. We paled around through middle school and high school. We ate lunch together junior year. You made me laugh everyday. The last time I saw you was a few years back at Point Pleasant Beach. I will never forget the memories. I so miss you, and god bless you and may you rest in peace.
My condolences to the Larocca family. I'm so disturbed and sad to here this news about Mike.
JASON krieck
December 13, 2009
I'M VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS...
Monique Russell
December 12, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Ted Tympanick
December 11, 2009
I am very sorry for your loss. I always remember Mike as being a real nice person and my heart goes out to you all.
Louis Yeostros
December 10, 2009
Dear Christine and Pat,we are so sorry to hear about your Michael, Laurie and I could not possibly know how you feel,with the loss of you loving Son Michael. Please accept our deepest sympathy,may Michael rest in peace,God Bless him.
Louie and Laurie Yeostros
Jeri Miller
December 8, 2009
Christine and Pat,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Michael. I cannot imagine what this is like for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad and difficult time
Ana Moura
December 8, 2009
To the entire LaRocca family,
I was Mike's co-worker at Clean Venture Inc in Elizabeth and for the short time that I knew him, he was a nice guy and I know that he will be missed. It's always sad to here when someone you know has passed on, especially at such a young age. My thoughts & prayers go out to all his loved ones. Peace be with you.
Amy Delfino
December 7, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
December 7, 2009
To the Larocca Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. He will be missed.
Melanie Sciarrillo
M/M Ken Brand
December 7, 2009
To the LaRocca Family,
Words cannot express the depth of our sorrow over your loss of Michael. May God's blessings ease your pain.
December 7, 2009
To Pat,Tina and the entire LaRocca Family,
We are so very sorry.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time and always. We are sorry we could not be there to personally give our condolences.Michael has alot of great Angels taking care of him now.
Love,
Maria (Murray)Demler and Family
Jackie Mermini
December 7, 2009
My Cousin Michael, you will always be in my heart, may you rest in peace.
Pat, Tina, TerriAnn, Tracy and Peter I am so sorry for your loss. I love you all so very much.
Erin Salerno
December 7, 2009
My sympathy to the LaRocca family.. May you Rest in Peace Michael
Rose & Dan Snowhill
December 6, 2009
To the Larooca family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.God Bless and give you peace and comfort.
December 6, 2009
mike you were a good friend you will be missed very much im glad i got to spend sunday with you love you monroe..
Mr & Mrs George Decker
December 6, 2009
We are sadden by Mikes passing. We are so sorry for your loss. Mike was such a lover of life and we always remember him that way. May God bless your family in this time of sorrow and heartache. We will miss a very good friend and his humor.
John Kosik
December 6, 2009
Pat:
My sympathy to you and your wife. Michael is safely home with our Lord and Savor Jesus Christ. May your hearts be filled with love from the memories you had with Michael. We all one day will be reunited and laughing once again.
You have my continued thoughts and prayers.
John Kosik
Kelly Phillips
December 6, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the LaRocca family. RIP Mike.
Al & Pat Kormondy
December 6, 2009
Pat & Tina,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this sad time. God bless you and your family.
Robyn Fazekas-DiLeo
December 6, 2009
Pat & Family,
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. I didn't know Mike all that well, but he knew my sister Lisa. I pray that God gives you comfort in your time of grief. God Bless
December 5, 2009
Jody, My heart aches for you.. i just could not walk in sheenans again so soon All my love. Joan pfaff
December 5, 2009
To the larocca family my deepest sympathy Joan Pfaff
Don Bernat
December 5, 2009
I was one of Michaels' high school teachers and will always remember his big smile and his upbeat personality. He will not be forgotten and hopefully is in a better place. Most sincere sympathy to his family and he will always be in my prayers.
Monica Malloy
December 5, 2009
My prayers go out the entire family!
Rich Gulya
December 5, 2009
Prayers and condolenses to you all from Rich Gulya and family.
Dena Tedesco
December 5, 2009
I didn't know Mike that well but I know that he was a great person with a big heart.. I know that Jody loved him deeply.. my deepest condolences to the family and friends may he Rest In Peace..
Ronald Buttros
December 5, 2009
To My Family
I know all of you are sharing the grief of our Michael. He will never be forgotten and always loved. I cry for him and for of all of you as well. I am sick in side not only because of the loss, but because I cannot be there to comfort all of you in our time of need. This preys heavily on my heart and soul. I pray for you all.I love all of you. Uncle Ron
John Hegedus
December 5, 2009
LaRocca Family,
My thoughts go out to the entire family in this very trying time. Although I had not seen Michael in a few years, my memories of us going to school and playing baseball stay fresh in my mind. May god give you all the strength to get through this and know Mike is in a better and safer place now. All my best
Denise Haddocks
December 4, 2009
My prayers and sympathy to Mr and Mrs LaRocca and family. I remember Mike fondly from high school. During this difficult time, I hope you are able to find the comfort and love from your family and friends to help get you through. God be with you.
Amber Andrew
December 4, 2009
Dearest LaRocca Family and friends:
We are so sorry for your loss. Mike had a wonderful spirit. Our prayer's and love are with you all in this difficult time. We all will miss the good times with our friend Mike.
God Bless
Keith, Georgia and Amber (Helfin)
Pat Lucadano
December 4, 2009
Mike - thanks for always helping out my family and being a good neighbor. Church street will never be the same without you. You will truly be missed.
Brian Nelson
December 4, 2009
To My Outsider Brother who had my back through thick and thin. We will miss you deeply and know that you will never be forgotten. The memories of our teenage and early twenties have not and will not ever be forgotten. Love you like a brother. My Condolences to the La Rocca Family.
Elmer & Joy Greene
December 4, 2009
We are truly sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with your family . Please think of all the great times you spent together, this will help you get through this time of sorrow..
Anthony Palmeri
December 4, 2009
I am truly sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers will be with you forever. Remember all the good times we had and I will never forget that funny man attitude.
December 4, 2009
To the whole LaRocca Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Mike will be missed. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers, and hope God will see you through this difficult time. I am sorry I can't be there in person to pay my condolences, but know that you are in my heart,,,,,
Patt Honsch Tampa Florida
Faith Gilbert
December 4, 2009
Goodbye Mike, even though I didn't know you that well Jody loves you very much and that was enough for me to know you were a wonderful person and will be deeply missed. My thoghts and prayers are with your family in this time of sorrow.
Sharon Flemen
December 4, 2009
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Michael and I spent alot of time together and shared alot of memories. He was a special guy and will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with the LaRocca family.
Michelle and Howard Rosenberg
December 4, 2009
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Howie was friends with Mike in the fire department and high school. He has fun vivid memories that he will never forget.
Paul Holleran
December 4, 2009
Hey Mike, I know your in a better place right now and we had some good times at the old Sit n Bull. I love and miss ya buddy! We will meet up again!
Mr. & Mrs. Larocca and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Debbie Breitweiser
December 4, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Jody Sorrentino
December 4, 2009
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 1998-2009
Mike loved fishing and was so proud of this one! Love you baby!
December 4, 2009
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