Rocco Joseph Brocco Obituary (1957

Rocco Joseph Brocco III, affectionately known as "Rocky Joe" passed away peacefully on July 5, 2023, at Thomas Jefferson Hospital in Philadelphia. Born on April 9, 1957, Rocco Joseph Brocco, Jr. and the late Annamarie Harvey and has been a lifelong resident of South Philadelphia. He was a retiree of the ILA Gang 1566 "Wood Butchers" where he worked for many years. He was a simple man who enjoyed classic rock and having a nice cold Killians beer. Beloved husband of 47 years to Barbara (nee: Kates) Brocco. Loving father of Michael A. (Tina Fantozzi) Brocco, Sr., Kelly (Lloyd Miller) Brocco and Joseph M. (Maya) Brocco. Proud grandfather of Maegan, Autumn, Brianna, Jonah, Michael Jr., Matthew, Gabriel, Jordan, and great grandfather of 5. Brother of Linda (Anthony) Otero, Joseph (late Geraldine) Brocco, Michael (Donna) Brocco, Donna Brocco, Anthony (Jeanette) Brocco and Troy (Brandy) Brocco. He will be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews, cousins, and many good friends. Relatives, friends, and members of ILA Local 1566 are invited to his Visitation on Friday, July 14, 2023, from 5-7:30 pm at the Murphy Ruffenach, Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home (3rd & Wolf Streets). Funeral Service 7:30 pm. Burial will be private. Cemetery Burial will be private PAUS Visitation Friday, July 14, 2023 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Murphy Ruffenach Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home 2239 S 3rd St Philadelphia PA 19148 US 215-334-1578 Funeral Service Friday, July 14, 2023 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM Murphy Ruffenach Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home 2239 S 3rd St Philadelphia PA 19148 US 215-334-1578 Funeral Home Murphy Ruffenach Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home 2239 S 3rd St Philadelphia PA - 19148 US 215-334-1578