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Joseph Cocco Obituary

Cocco Sr., Joseph Vet of WWII, beloved husband of the late Caroline (nee Ciangi), loving father of Phyllis (Jon) Lapo, Joseph Jr. (Janet), Danny (Kim), Carol Jean, Anthony (Bonnie), Richard (Niko) and Lena (Frank) Sciullo, devoted grandfather of Christina, Carla, Patrice, Joey III, Michael Anthony, Anthony, Monica, Jimmy, Sela and Buddy, dear brother of Pat and Jean, fond uncle of many, also beloved friend to many. Retired worker for City of Chicago for 35 years. Funeral Saturday, 8:30 a.m., from Salerno's Galewood Chapel, Frank Reda & Son Directors, 1857 N. Harlem Ave., to St. Giles Church. Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Visitation Friday, 3 to 9 p.m. 773-889-1700. Sign Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 25, 2002.

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Gina Osipczuk (Loconte)

February 4, 2002

To the Cocco Family,



I'm so sorry for the loss of your father. I know we haven't kept in touch, but I've been sick the last couple years. My mother pointed out the add, and I was unable to attend, but I give you all my deepest sympathy.

Kenneth & Donna Kiska

January 26, 2002

Dear Cocco Family,

Please accept our deepest sympathy on your loss. May your families endure.



Ken & Donna Kiska

debbie caccioppo

January 24, 2002

To the family of Mr. Joe Cocco.

I am so very sorry for your loss. Joe was a wonderful man. He never had a bad word for anybody. I will miss him very much. Now he's with Carol. What could be more special..

My thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you.

Debbie Caccioppo. Angels Restaurant

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