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Tyler Tocci Obituary
Tyler Richard Tocci, 29, died on July 9, 2025. Born in Far Rockway, New York, he was the son of Vanessa Tocci (Israel) Hernandez. Tyler was a dedicated heating and air tech for Clockwork Heating and Air and loved poetry and reading. Survivors in addition to his mother and stepfather include siblings: Demarco Hernandez, Kylee Greengrass, Rafael Hernandez, Brooklyn Hernandez, Israel Hernandez and Isabel Hernandez; maternal grandfather, Fredrick Tocci; uncle: Anthony Lapadula; aunt: Joann Frank and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Lisa Mineo. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, July 20, 2025 at 10AM at Lord and Stephens East Chapel. The family will receive friends following the memorial service.
Lord and Stephens Funeral Home, EAST, Athens, GA is in charge of arrangements. www.lordandstephens.com
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