Alfred G. Rocchio
October 19, 1936 ~ August 31, 2011
Alfred G. Rocchio, 74, of Weirton died Wednesday August 31, 2011, at the Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA.
Born in Colliers, WV, on October 19, 1936, Al was a son of the late Harry and Gertrude Wagner Rocchio.
A United States Air Force Veteran, AL retired from Weirton Steel after 30 years of service, where he worked on the railroad, and later was a lab technician in the B.O.P. He also was a licensed barber where he formerly cut hair at Blue Grass's Barber Shop.
He was a member of Saint Paul Roman Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus 3734, and the Weirton Steel 25 Year Club.
Most of all, Al will be remembered as a very kind, gentle, and caring man who enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by his many friends, and family.
He is survived by his loving wife, Susan Eafrati Rocchio, whom he married on February 7, 1981; a son, Alfred "Butch" (Sherry) Rocchio of Colliers, WV; four daughters, Penny (Stanley Monski) McQuiston, and Debbie Rocchio all of Colliers, WV, Shannon (Jason) Backel of Weirton, WV, and Lisa (Paul) Hunter of Charleston, WV; brothers, Harry (Julie) Rocchio of Colliers, WV , and Clemons "Cheech" (Frances) Rocchio of New Cumberland, WV; sister, Barbara (Harold) Huggins, of Wintersville, OH; eleven grandchildren.
Visitation will be Friday 2-4 & 6-8 PM at the Greco- Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton, WV.
Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated 10 AM Saturday at Saint Paul Roman Catholic Church, Weirton.
The Reverend Larry W. Dorsch will preside.
Entombment will follow at Saint Paul Cemetery, with military services conducted by the American Legion Firing Squad.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Saint Paul Roman Catholic Church, 140 Walnut Street, Weirton, WV 26062.
Sue, all our love and condolences are sent to you and your family. We will miss Al dearly. God bless.
Such a great loss to the world, Al was one of the nicest and friendliest people I know. My condolences go out to his entire family. May he rest in peace forever.
I am so sorry. I don’t know what to say but if you just need to talk call me at work or home.
Sue I am so shocked and sorry. We will so miss his dry humor and happy smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
We’re so sorry to hear of this sad and sudden loss to all that were fortunate enough to have known Al. So friendly and quick to laugh. Sue, our prayers are for you now. Words just aren’t enough.
Mrs. Rocchio, Shannon, Lisa and family, Thinking of you all during this difficult time. God Bless you. Kelli, Tim, Quinn and Shea McCoy
Deb and family, So sorry to hear of your loss. May your sweet memories comfort you during this difficult time. Love, Maureen and Ed (Panama) Longanacre
Susan, we are so sorry to hear about Al, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dearest Susan, Lisa and Shannon, Tommy and I cannot begin to express the deep sorrow and sympathy we feel for the loss of Al. Our hearts, warmest thoughts and prayers go out to each of you and our entire family. May you Rest in Peace Al. We love you and will miss you dearly. Our Love, Tommy & Patti Eafrati
Susan, Lisa and Shannon I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Susan, Lisa and Shannon I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dear, Sue, Shannon and Family, We are all so saddened to hear of your loss and ours. Al came into our life, for such and short and vital time and touched our heart with his warm smile, his joyful way and his Strong Spirit. He is so missed, you have no idea, for whatever reason. His attitude taught us to find the sweet path..and to carry on… ..!
Susan i would like to send my condolesences on the loss of your husband as i know very well what u and your family are going through right now. will keep u in my thoughts and prayers cliff
Susan i would like to send my condolesences on the loss of your husband as i know very well what u and your family are going through right now. will keep u in my thoughts and prayers cliff
Dear Susan and family, We are so sorry for all you have been going through. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you now and forever. Bob and Terri
Dear Sue and family, Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. He was truly a gentle man. God bless, Ralph and Mazie
My deepest sympathy on your loss. I know it is a sad time but know we care about you and are here if you need us. May God be with you. Very sincerely, John
Sue, Shannon, and Lisa – I am so sorry that you lost Al. He was a kind and gentle man. It was plain to see that he loved you all very much. One of my fond memories of Al is when he saved my tomato plants from ruin when Lisa and I were roommates. He also was very sweet to my girls and always told me how pretty they are. He will be terribly missed.
Debbie, Butch and Penny, Sending my deepest sympathy to all of you. It is difficult to find the right words but please know I am thinking of you all and praying for you and your families. Love, Kathy
Dear Susan, I am so sorry that you have lost Al. You have my deepest sympathy. May knowing you have loving, caring friends help you through this very difficult time.
Dear Susan, please know that i am thinking of you and am so sorry for your loss. may God comfort you at this time.
Butch and Family, So sorry for the loss of your father at an early age. We will pray for you and your family as you go through this difficult time.
DEAR SUSAN,SHANNON, AND LISA. I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF AL’S PASSING. I AM KEEPING ALL OF YOU IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. MAY GOD’S LOVING ARMS WRAP AROUND YOU AND GIVE YOU COMFORT AT THIS TIME. WITH LOVE, LEANN GAHAGEN SPELLS
Susan, Al was such a kind and gentle person, who so clearly adored you and his entire family. Ed and I feel fortunate to have known him, and our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult and painful time. With love, Linda
Shannon and Jason, so sorry to hear of your loss of Al. What a sweet man. Thoughts and prayers.
Susie – we were shocked to hear of Al’s passing! Al was one of the kindest people we have met at Pleasant Lake. He was a gentleman and we always enjoyed his company. We will certainly miss him this winter. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Susan and family, I didn’t find out about Al’s passing until yesterday. You have my deepest sympathy at this most difficult time in your lives. If you ever need to talk, call me. I know what you are going thru and it is not easy, but take comfort in knowing it will get better.
Susan, Shannon, and Family, I just read about your loss. I will be praying for all of you. May God heal your hearts over time and may you always keep the wonderful memories that you have of your loved one. God Bless