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Gloria Rocchio Obituary
Born in Providence she was the devoted daughter of John and Amelia (Antonelli) Rocchio of Providence.
Miss Rocchio was a graduate of Classical High School and URI. She was a dedicated school teacher at Broad Street School in Providence for 35 years.
Besides her mother and father she is survived by a sister, Ella (Rocchio) Sarra, and four nieces and nephews; Nancy Forte, Lori Petros, Virginia Hesse, and Frank Sarra, Jr.
Funeral and VISITATION will be held at 'WOODLAWN' Funeral Home, 600 Pontiac Avenue Cranston 8-9 AM Thursday followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM in St. Lawrence Church. In Lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to St. Lawrence Church, 624 Woonasquatucket Ave., North Providence, RI 02911. Burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery.
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Kathy
December 14, 2005
Sad to hear of Gloria's passing. she was a very caring person.
Alice Barton, M.D.
December 14, 2005
It has been a real privilege to help care for this generous and lovely soul.
Marianne Holmes
December 14, 2005
Gloria was a truly remarkable woman and will be missed by all who loved her.
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