
ROTTERDAM – Vincent J. “Junior” Rocco, 68, of Rotterdam, passed away on Friday, July 22, 2016. Junior was born in Albany, and lived in the Capital District all his life. He was employed for many years as a swimming pool plasterer.
Junior was the devoted nephew of Frank A. Rocco, Sr. of Albany, and is also survived by his aunts Ida Rocco and Gloria Rocco of Albany, and by his longtime friends Frank Yakel and Dave DeCarlo. He is also survived by many cousins and friends.
Calling hours will be held today in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany, from 3 to 5 p.m. Relatives and friends are invited. Services and interment will be held privately. To leave a message of condolence for the family or obtain directions to the funeral home, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com.
Ed Yakel
It is with deeply saddened hearts that we offer our Sincere Condolences to the entire Rocco family on the loss of Junior.
Junior was a very, very special person in our lives, and we will always cherish the wonderful memories we had with him.
He was a big brother, mentor, a great uncle, Godfather, and a best friend to our family.
We love you June, Uncle Junior, and we’re sure going to miss you dearly.
You were one of a kind,….and you were loved by many, and always will be forever.
Rest In Peace.
Eddiie & Pam, Frankie, Michael, Katrina, Lacey, Stephen
George Brown
Sorry to hear about Junior. We had some times as young guys. He was one of a kind.
Bob murphy
Your in my prayers memories from are youth .
Stephanie Rocco Galietta
To my Cousins Nancy & Frank…THANK YOU for your kindness in taking care of Junior in the end. He was funny and always made me laugh…he never did finish the song he always sang for me…’ My Bucket’s Got a Hole in it…’ Junior, RIP…a rare man who knew how to live in a moment. XOXOXOS