Emily Rocco Obituary

Rocco, Emily "Millie" (nee Zemko), age 91, life long resident of Chicago's Pilsen Area, passed away on July 29, 2012. Devoted Wife of the late Charles Rocco; Dearest Mother of Frank, Charles (Elsa), Michele (Scott) Belak, and the late Susan Rocco Cherished Grandmother of Kory, Bianca, Taryn, Charles, and Sara. Preceded in death by siblings, Stephen, Mary, Tony, Ann, John and Jennie; Fond aunt and Great-Aunt of many nieces and nephews; Dear cousin and friend to many throughout the United States and Europe. Millie was an active parishioner at St. Joseph Church and Providence of God Church, Millie was a member of the Senior Citizens Club and volunteered at the church soup kitchen. Millie is an officer of the First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association Branch 308. Millie will be missed for her sense of humor, strong willed determination and kindness. In lieu of flowers, donations to Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of Illinois, 310 W. Lake Street, Suite 111, Elmhurst, IL 60126. Funeral Friday 9:15AM from the Dalcamo Funeral Home, 470 West 26th St., to Providence of God Church, Mass 10AM. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Visitation Thursday 2-9PM 312-842-8681

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 1, 2012.
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she was a great mom to me! she treated me like her son ! ilived right above her and she will always be in my prayers! i'm sorry for your lost loved your mom very much! frank a. pustelak lyons,il.

June 6, 2013

Aunt Millie, I just found out you were gone. Im devastated and dont know wat to do..I loved you so much. You were always there for me and my son after my mom died. U loved us no matter what. To FRANKIE, CHUCKIE, MICHELLE, my cousins, Im so sorry for your loss. Your mom was a very special lady. I loved her with all my heart. My #is 361-218-7737 please call me.

Judy Spulak-Martin

March 18, 2013

So sorry to hear about your mom, Michele & Frankie. I lived on Miller St. and was one of Sue's friends when you guys were pretty young. I always admired your mom. I loved the way that she would interact with you guys; the way she always showed how much she loved all three of you. Know that your mom is remembered fondly by those who knew her.

Art Dyess

August 12, 2012

My Dearest Great Aunt Millie!!!!

Life is too short,
It's not enough,
but we must understand,
That if we live it in love and faith,
a road will be made,
For the day we pass away,
We can take it,
and wait at the end,
for those who once and always loved us, we will meet again.

Your beautiful eyes,
showed love,
showed laughter,
showed happiness,
showed sadness,
but we will remember you as the happy beautiful woman you were,
The one who once cried for love,
The one that once laughed,
I love you,
we will miss you,
but please wait,
we will meet once again,
In the kingdom of heaven,
where no pain we will feel.

Angelique Barnes (Vega)

August 3, 2012

I was inspired by her strength, her humor and her love for life. She was a gift to all of us. I will treasure my fond memories of her. Love, Margie Smith

August 2, 2012

The Rocco Family, An angel has been called back to be with her Father. We will ALL miss her and forever hold a special place in our heart for this truely wonderful lady. The Jordan's

Sue Jordan

August 2, 2012

Michele, Scott, and Family,
May God Bless you All at this sad time. May she rest in Peace.
Love, Tom & Pati Youts

Tom & Pati Youts

August 1, 2012

To Our Precious and Dear Great Aunt Millie,
The love you shared so generously with everyone will remain within our hearts forever. You left an imprint in all our souls and you will forever be remembered.You were so amazing and always so thoughtful,generous,kind, and loving to all your family and friends.You have been a special wife, mother,grandmother,sister,aunt,great aunt and friend to all. We all have been blessed by your love. You lived by God's word and taught us all the true and real meaning of love and family.We will miss you more than words can express.
Our sympathy and prayers,
Jim,Joan,Stephen,Jaclyn,Matthew, and Danielle Weinrauch

Joan Weinrauch

August 1, 2012

R.I.P. To the most beautiful loving and caring person. Gram you weren't only my grandma but my best friend and hero too. You were and still are the best grandmother any girl could ask for. I know you were suffering here for a long time so God called you home so you could finally rest. I will never forget you, and everything I do will be for you. I can't believe your gone gram, but you will ALWAYS AND FOREVER be in my heart. You always said everyone has a guardian angel, but now I have two because I know you'll be watching down on me from heaven. I love you grandma, and no one in this universe will ever take your place in my heart. I'm going to miss you grandma, you lived a long hard life, get some rest now...
Love,
Your Bianca

Bianca Rocco

August 1, 2012

You have touched so many hearts! You will be missed by all! God bless you and your family.

Kathleen King

August 1, 2012

To our Dearly Beloved Great Aunt Millie,
You were such a very kind & generous person to everyone who was fortunate enough to have known you. May you forever be remembered by family and friends & you will be truly missed by one and all! May you rest in eternal peace in heaven.
Much Love & Deep Respect
God Bless You!

Tony Smith

August 1, 2012

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

August 1, 2012

Dear Aunt Millie, I will miss you and your smile, your wonderful personality and quick wit! You were the only person to still call me Ancie. My heart is again broken at the loss of you, my Dear Great Aunt. May God Bless You Always, Because You Are Truly an Angel. Love, Annie

Ann Bata

August 1, 2012

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