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BORN
1937
DIED
2023
FUNERAL HOME
655 East Broad Street
Tamaqua, Pennsylvania
Albert Coccio Obituary
Albert M. "Albie" Coccio, 85 years of age, of Washington Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania, passed away on Thursday, March 16, 2023, at St. Luke's University Hospital in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
Born Thursday, December 9, 1937, in Brockton, he was the son of the late Guido and Emma (Pacelli) Coccio. Albie was also predeceased by a son, Nicholas Jon Coccio; sisters, Jeanina Majka, Jane Morgans, Rosemarie Jupin, and Louise DeWire; and brothers, Guido and Philip Coccio.
Surviving are his beloved wife of 61 years, Roberta "Bobbie" (Parfitt) Coccio; sons, Albie M. Coccio and his companion Erin Kennedy, Robert A. Coccio and his companion Lynn Schickram, Joseph D. Coccio and his companion Mary Linkevich, Daniel A. Coccio and his companion Lisa Zehner, Matthew L. Coccio and his wife Denise; daughter, Koren R. "Korey" Conner wife of Tom; brother, Joseph Coccio; grandchildren Robert, Nicholas, Sophia, Brooklyn, Madeline, Emma, Aaron, Anthony, Sarah, TC, Cash and Cain; and two great grandchildren, Dominic and Alaina.
Albie attended Blythe Township Schools and served honorably in the United States Marines during the Korean War. After a stint at Commonwealth Container in Macungie, Albie began a 35-year tenure working for the Tamaqua Borough in many capacities. Albie always had side jobs, including roofing, tending to yards, and whatever chores needed to be done for families in our community. He also served as sexton of the United Methodist Church of Tamaqua for more than 50 years.
Albie was an outstanding softball pitcher, taking Andy's Paneling to a perfect 32-0 record in the Bavarian League, and played for Smulligans and Soley's Softball teams in the Tamaqua League. A keen pool shooter, he was a longtime member of the Tamaqua Pool League and also enjoyed canning peppers, making his tomato sauce, and delivering both to friends around town.
Albie was courageous. He valiantly fought off numerous bouts of cancer, while still working his side hustle. If you saw him early in the morning his reply was always, "It's a Great Day," before heading home to breakfast by Bobbie.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the E. Franklin Griffiths Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. of 655 East Broad Street Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252. 570-668-2550.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, from the funeral home. Friends may call on Tuesday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. and on the morning of services from 10 a.m. until time of services.
Interment with Military Honors to be bestowed will be held at Odd Fellows Cemetery, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania.
Memorials in his name to: Tamaqua Public Library, 30 South Railroad Street, Tamaqua, Pennsylvania 18252.
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com.
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JAN GULDEN
April 1, 2023
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY
JAN D GULDEN D M D
LINDA AND JOEY PETROLE
March 18, 2023
Goodby Unc, and thanks for the memories. Pepitone.
Joe Balascik
March 18, 2023
To the entire Coccio family, please accept my deepest condolences for your loss.
I loved playing softball with Albie. He was one of the most interesting people I´ve ever met.
Albie was a great player and the perfect teammate. He was personable and always positive. He was funny too, and could lift your spirits with a great story or word of encouragement.
When Albie saw us walking our dog in Tamaqua or Hometown, he never passed by without stopping to say hi and talk for a while. We need more people like him in the world.
I pray that your fond memories bring you some comfort during this difficult time.
God Bless,
Joe Balascik
Grateful
March 18, 2023
Sir,
Thank You for Your service to our country.
God Bless You!
God be with your family!
Sincerely,
A Grateful American
Albert Motz
March 18, 2023
To Albie´s family
Deepest sympathy in your loss.
Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time
Al Motz
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