Rocco "Rocky" Latorre
March 7 1926 - May 10 2017
Visitation :
John Quint Treboni Funeral Home
Monday May 15th 2017 4-8 p.m.
1177 W. 5th Avenue
Columbus Ohio 43212
Services:
Funeral Mass
Tuesday May 16th 2017 at 10:00 am
St. Cecilia Catholic Church
434 Norton Road
Columbus
, Ohio 43228
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Obituary
Rocco "Rocky" Latorre, age 91, passed away on Wednesday, May 10, 2017. He attended Central High School and graduated from the KEL-RHOE Barber College in Columbus, and then entered the U. S. Navy, serving in World War II. He founded and operated Rocky's Western Barber Shop on the Hilltop. He was a member of St. Cecilia Catholic Church, St. Francis Seniors, Flytown Club and was a singer in the Bruno Masdea Band. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Mary (Ridolfo) Latorre; brothers, Carmelo, John and Joseph Latorre; and his wife of 58 years, Mary (Volpe) Latorre. He is survived by his children, Teresa (David) Farrand, Rocco, II (Dana), Carmen (Debi), John, Anthony and Norman; 14 grandchildren, nine great grandchildren; sisters, Roseanna (Louis) DeSantis and Mary Lou (Robert) MacNabb; brothers, Norman and Anthony (Vickie) Latorre; brother-in-law, Louis Volpe; sisters-in-law, Patty, Sue and Joann Latorre. Friends may call Monday, May 15, 2017, from 4-8 p.m., at the JOHN QUINT TREBONI FUNERAL HOME 1177 W. Fifth Avenue. Funeral Mass 10 a.m., Tuesday, May 16, 2017, at St. Cecilia Catholic Church, 434 Norton Road, Columbus. Entombment to follow, St. Joseph Cemetery, Lockbourne. Ohio Friends are asked to gather at the church for his funeral Mass. In lieu of flowers, friends who wish may contribute to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent via www.johnquint.com.
Contributions
Contributions may be directed to any of the followingCondolences for Rocco "Rocky" Latorre
From : Veronica & Eric Cordle
To : Teresa Farrand
Date: May 12th 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
From : Wezi Masdea and Family
To : Rocky's Family
Date: May 15th 2017
My family and I are heartbroken to hear about Rocky. We so loved your Mom and Dad. We were friends for over 65 yrs. Rocky was a great addition to Bruno's band as a singer.
Our deepest sympathy to the children and family members.
From : Scott Strahan
To : David &Teresa, Norm, John and rest of family
Date: May 15th 2017
Please accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of your father.
From : Kathy (Beane) Lawson
To : The Latorre Family
Date: May 16th 2017
So very sorry for the loss of your father. My prayers are with all of you on this day.
From : Dwayne Beane
To : The Family of Mr. Latorre
Date: May 16th 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences to the entire family. May GOD comfort and bless y'all's family during this difficult time.
From : Herb Guyer-Sharfenaker USMC
To : Latorre Family
Date: May 16th 2017
God Bless/RIP. A heartfelt Thank YOU,Rocky for your service in The United States Navy, in WWII."Fair Winds and following seas".The USA would NOT be as it is today. I treasure the freedoms for which YOU fought. YOU are "ONE OF" The Greatest Generation. ..... Semper Fi.. And "Sailor rest your oar"