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Anthony LaRocca Obituary

Anthony J. "Tony" LaRocca, 83, of Addison, passed away May 22, 2012. Retired Addison Village Manager. President of Addison Fire District #1 Board of Trustees. Beloved husband of Bernadette nee Kassel and the late Rosemary nee Cerceo; loving father of Mary Grace and John (Patty) LaRocca. Cherished grandfather of Ted Rymarcsuk, Gina (Nick) Grey, Matthew and Stephanie LaRocca and Rosemary Hazel Rymarcsuk; dearest stepfather of Elizabeth (John) Kemper, Janine Smith and Kevin Hanrahan; dear step grandfather of Kyle Post, Christopher Smith, Shawn Smith and Alicia and Bobby Mason; great-grandfather of the late Leah; fond brother-in-law of Patricia LaRocca. Tony is a Director of the Illinois Association of Fire Protection Districts. Lying in state Tuesday, May 29, 2012 at the Addison Village Hall Rotunda, 1 Friendship Plaza, Addison. Funeral Service Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. from the Addison Village Hall rotunda to St. Philip the Apostle Church for Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Tony's name to the Salvation Army or Addison Switchboard greatly appreciated. Arrangements by Humes Funeral Home, (630) 628-8808 or www.humesFH.com

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Published by East DuPage Press/Spectator/Argus on May 25, 2012.

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Laura Cerceo

June 5, 2012

Our family has lost a truly great man.In the days to come there will be many who will say how honored they were to have known him and
heaven will have welcomed him with a joyful chorus of angels as he goes into the arms of our loved ones past. As for myself, my honor has always been, my love will always be, and heart will always ache for one of the greatest men I will ever have known MY UNCLE TONY!! God Bless and Love You Always
Your Laurenteen XOXOXOXO

Debbie Craig-Eberlein

June 4, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with the Family during this very difficult time. Uncle Tony will forever remain in my heart.

May God Bless

Mary LaRocca

June 3, 2012

Your flame will always burn within our hearts...

Grandpa & Rosemary Easter 2012

Mary LaRocca

June 3, 2012

Mary LaRocca

June 3, 2012

Dear Dad, My world will never be the same without you. I look forward to the day when we will meet again. With all my heart, Raggmopp....

Khris Peppi

May 31, 2012

Dear Dee and Family,

Sorry about your loss. Heaven has a wonderful man now.

God Bless,
Khris Peppi

Jennifer Murano

May 28, 2012

Dear Cousin Mary and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. He was Definately one of my favorite uncles growing up! I have fond memories of being around him as a young girl and will treasure them always! Frank and the kids send their condolences.
RIP Uncle Tony, there are a lot of GREATS waiting for you up there!!
Your one and only,
Jeffer-Jones

May 26, 2012

Dear Dee,
I was so saddened to learn of Tony's passing. In all my years working at the Village of Addison, he was one of the kindest souls I have ever met. He always had the softest smile and he spoke with such a comforting voice. Although public service can be a trying career, he did it beautifully with the perfect blend of professionalism, compassion and understanding. Wishing you comfort during this difficult time as the arms of loving family and friends embrace you.
Laura Barca-Pacelli

Brian Usher

May 25, 2012

Dear Bernadette and all of Tony's Family,
It was my honor to work with Tony professionally for many years both during his time at the Plant as well as his time at City Hall. He was an amazing mentor and teacher, and enjoyed sharing his knowledge and experience with those coming up behind him. While in Itasca, I and my father very much enjoyed seeing him at the American Public Works functions, DuPage Mayors and Managers meetings, and just around town too. As you go through the coming days, please know that you have the prayers, and support of the countless numbers who Tony touched in his career. He lived a wonderful life, and left so many acheivements for not only Addison by the entire area to benefit from. He is one of the few who come to mind when remembering the phrase "if you seek his legacy, just look around you". God Bless you all.

May 25, 2012

Dear Bernadette,
In your time of sorrow, may you find comfort and love by the support of your family so your heart can be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together. Take comfort in knowing that you have a guardian angel watching over you. May god bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Warm Regards, Gerald & Laura Smith

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