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James LaRocco Obituary

LaRocco, James H. Age 66. Beloved father of Jacqueline (Steve) Shimanski. Loving grandfather of John and Alex. Dear brother of Louis, Jack, and the late Michael. Fond uncle of James M. Devoted son of the late Rose (nee Rago) and the late James A. Dearest cousin and friend of many. Jim was a proud union member 1979-2004, Secretary/Treasurer of Laborers' Local 1 of Chicago, Delegate to Laborers' District Council and Sergeant at Arms if Chicago Building Trades Council. Visitation: Wednesday, May 30, 2018, 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at the Original Rago Brothers Funeral Home, Jack LaRocco - Director. 624 N. Western Ave. (at Erie St.) Chicago, IL 60612. Funeral: Thursday 9:00 a.m. to Holy Rosary Church. Mass: 10:00 a.m. Interment private. 773-276-7800.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 30, 2018.

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Jack Rocco

April 17, 2020

James wiil be missed

May 31, 2018

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. Please know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of many individuals who truly care about you. May the God who supplies endurance and comfort grant you peace during this difficult time.
(Psalms 94:19)

Jerry Ruffino

May 31, 2018

I went to Holy Rosary with James.
We were classmates.
I have a lot of fond memories of James.
I know he will be missed for sure.
Condolences to the family.
Jerry Ruffino

Carolyn Hurst

May 30, 2018

I am so sorry for the loss of your Father. He was awesome person. Hugs and prayers are with be.

Gloria Suriano

May 30, 2018

My condolences & prayers go out to your family.. R.I.P

Bob and Patti Lewandowski

May 30, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Rest In Peace Jim.

May 30, 2018

Please accept my sincerest condolences for your loss. I hope that words such those found at John 6:40 bring you comfort at this difficult time. CR

Paulette Carnes

May 29, 2018

1/2 of the BEST LANDLORD
Eternal rest grant on to him Oh Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him now and forever AMEN
we bumped heads sometimes but he always was a good man

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May

30

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

The Original Rago Brothers Funeral Home - Near Loop Location

624 N Western Ave (at Erie St.), Chicago, IL 60612

May

31

Funeral

9:00 a.m.

The Original Rago Brothers Funeral Home - Near Loop Location

624 N Western Ave (at Erie St.), Chicago, IL 60612

May

31

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

Holy Rosary Church

IL

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The Original Rago Brothers Funeral Home - Near Loop Location

624 N Western Ave (at Erie St.), Chicago, IL 60612

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