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Anthony DiRocco Obituary
Anthony, 62, 4th generation Italian American resident of San Pedro, passed away on Thursday, April 5, 2012 at home. Anthony was born on May 1, 1949. He was an elementary school teacher for many years at Barton Hill and Taper where he was greatly loved for his wonderful sense of humor and his Donald Duck imitations, but most of all for his care and dedication to the children. Anthony's Catholic faith was at the heart of his life, and he served the Church as a Eucharistic minister and as a choir member. He is survived by his beloved wife and soul mate, Theresa; his children, Brother Cassian (Michael) DiRocco, O.S.B., Armando Perezselsky (wife, Erica), Cecilia Conant (husband, Joseph) and David Perezselsky; his mother, Lucy DiRocco; his sisters, Laurine DiRocco, Carla Emerson (husband, Dennis), Camille Currier (husband, Bill) and Donna Piazza (husband, Carlo); and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was a man of great love whose memory will live forever in our hearts. Anthony's funeral Mass will be held at Holy Trinity Parish in San Pedro on Monday, April 9 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 1280 W. Santa Cruz Street, San Pedro, CA 90731. May he rest in the peace of Christ. Please sign the guestbook at mcnerneysmortuary.com or dailybreeze.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Anthony DiRocco
April 15, 2012
To the DiRocco Family:
May God comfort and bless each of you, during this difficult time. (Psalm 147:3)
My condolences,
SJB.
Bill and Lucy Frank
April 14, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Melinda Ursich
April 9, 2012
I'm so sad to see the passing of your beloved Anthony, to all of the DiRocco Family my sincere condolences.
Lynne Lords
April 9, 2012
Dear Teri and Brother Cassian,
Anthony was a remarkable man and I hope that your wonderful memories of him will provide comfort during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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April 9, 2012
so sorry of your lose of anthony we will miss him at retreat house in september . Our prayers and thouhts are with you.
Antony Misetich Sr and family
Pat and Terry Gannon
April 9, 2012
Dear Teri and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Anthony truly made a difference in our world and he lives on through all the lives he touched.
Walter & Suzette Pesusich
April 9, 2012
Brother Cassian and the DiRocco Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Tony De Girolamo
April 9, 2012
my sincere condolences to the entire Di Rocco Family to his wife, and to Brother Cassian, its a great loss at such a young age, I had the honor to visit Anthony at the hospital several times bringing him Holy Communion, has we prayed together, the Lord needed him to teach kids in Heaven. May he rest in peace, A REQUIEM. Tony De Girolamo Mary Star of the Sea ems
Kristopher Manghera
April 8, 2012
Many prayers for Anthony as he continues on the journey. May he rest in peace+. Many prayers for you Teri and your whole family.
Melanie Real
April 8, 2012
Dear Teri and Lucy,
I am sending prayers and warm thoughts that you will be surrounded by loving family and friends at this difficult time and that memories of Anthony will bring smiles to your hearts rather than tears. I remember his hugs when we saw one another, Teri and Anthony's caring when I was going through my divorce, and also how Teri blossomed with love after Anthony came into her life. May you all be blessed with comfort as you grieve your deep loss. With love,
Martha Huthmacher
April 8, 2012
Teri and family,
My heart goes out to you as you bravely imagine Anthony celebrating Easter with our Lord in heaven. Be assured of our constant prayers for all of you as you begin the next part of your journey. Love, Martha
Jamie Dooley
April 8, 2012
Dear Theresa,
I am so saddened by the news....I know that Anthony is with Jesus and the angels.... I hope that this knowledge will bring you peace. You will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers
Janeen Murray
April 8, 2012
Dear Terri; I am so sorry for your loss; my prayers and thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow. God Bless you and give you HIS Grace to carry you through.
Love Janeen
Vicki Hall
April 7, 2012
So sorry for those your loss, Armondo and family. In this sad time, I hope you will remember your Help is standing by to carry your sorrow. Kind regards, Vicki Hall (Seattle, WA)
Mary and Glen Coberley
April 7, 2012
Teri, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss and am glad I was able to share some time with Anthony and you back in November at Maries house. I know you have the faith to be strong during this difficult time. We love you and you will be in our prayers.
April 7, 2012
Teri, I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences . Take comfort in knowing Anthony is no longer suffering and great memories are very comforting. love Helen Crocker
Alyssa Condon
April 7, 2012
Dear DiRocco Family,
I am sorry for you loss. He was my brother and my teacher at Taper Avenue. He was a great teacher, man and did a great Donald Duck impression. He always had us kids laughing with his great sense of humor. He will be dearly missed in our hearts.
April 7, 2012
Dear Teri and family. Joe and I can't imagine what loss you are feeling but our hearts go out to all of you. I am so proud of you sis, for taking such good care of Anthony. I know he was so happy to have you in his life, especially during his illness. He will always be in your heart and I am sure he will be looking down on you and he would want you to be happy. I know you will be okay in time. You have so much family and an abundance of friends who will be looking out for you. We love you.
Mary Ann and Joe,
Rancho P V CA
Selina Valdez
April 7, 2012
Mama Teri, brother Cassian, Cece, Mondo, and Davey,
I am deeply saddened by the loss of our dear Anthony. I have known your family for over ten years now, not only as one of Cece's best friends, but as a familiar face around your house. Anthony, with all of his charm, will be missed beyond words. I will always remember him as a loving husband, caring father, and respected man of the community. I am extremely lucky to have witnessed such a wonderful example of a man. I miss you Anth...and Donald Duck too.
May you all be comforted with fond memories at this difficult time. I love you Cece.
April 7, 2012
Ron and Penny Barry
April 7, 2012
Teri, Bro.Cassian, DiRocco and Perezelsky families, we are so sorry for your loss. Anthony was one in a million, he loved life! God and his family came first. Teri and Anthony were true soul mates and he will live on in her heart. Anthony fought his toughest battle and truly won a fine place in Heaven. Rest in Peace good friend.God Bless!
Enza Pro (Amalfitano)
April 7, 2012
Such a wonderful man! I enjoyed singing with Anthony for 12 years. So much fun! Teri and kids, I'm so sorry for your loss. Remember all the good times.
Martha & Joe McKinzie
April 7, 2012
Teri, Michael(Bro, Cassian) and family, Our words can't express the sadness in our hearts in that Anthony will be so missed. He was always so kind and loving to the children at Barton Hill and the adults he worked with there. He knew it was a calling for him to go into teaching. I still have the letter he wrote when he began at Barton Hill. I also still remember the day that he and Teri decided to marry . He came into my office and was SO elated. God Bless all of you. Our prayers are with you all throughout this time. Love, Joe and Martha McKinzie
Pat Akins
April 7, 2012
Dear Teri and family,
I am so sorry for your loss of your dear Anthony. Your years together were far too short but you will always feel his love for you. Your final act of love was your care for him.
My prayers and love go out to all of you with hopes that you will be blessed with strength and comfort as you adjust to life without Anthony.
With love and prayers,
Pat Akins
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