Richard DiRocco, Jr.
Of Revere, formerly of Chelsea
Richard B. DiRocco, Jr., who previously lived in Chelsea and most recently resided in Revere, passed away unexpectedly at age 25 on November 9.
He leaves behind his mother Jonnalee Hammond and father Richard B. DiRocco, Sr., both of Revere, as well as his son Ayden Davis of North Carolina. His siblings include Richard DiRocco of East Boston, Gina DiRocco of Revere, Anna DiRocco of Lynn, Robert Hammond, a Chelsea Police Officer of Chelsea, Maria DiRocco of Everett, and Paula and Anthony DiRocco of Revere. He is also survived by numerous aunts and uncles.
A gathering to celebrate Richard’s life will take place today, Thursday, November 13, from 4 to 9 p.m. at the Ruggiero Family Memorial Home, 971 Saratoga St., (Orient Heights) East Boston. On Friday morning, there will be a service beginning at 10 a.m. in the chapel, with family and friends invited to arrive at 9 a.m. Committal services will remain private. Those wishing to honor Richard’s memory may direct donations to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 31160, Hartford, CT., 06150. Additional details are available at www.ruggieromh.com