Anthony James Cocco
October 15, 1989 - November 24, 2011
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Anthony James Cocco
October 15, 1989 - November 24, 2011
Obituary
Anthony (Tony) James Cocco was born on October 15, 1989 in Garden Grove, CA. Tony passed away in his sleep on November 24, 2011.
Tony spent his life in Orange County, California, while living in Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Newport Beach and Dana Point except for 2 years living in the Sierra Nevada Mountain range in the town of Mammoth Lakes.
Tony was a high school graduate of the Mardan School in Irvine, CA. He obtained a state license in Phlebotomy and worked for Westcliff Labs. He ran their San Clemente branch office completely by himself. With his friendly demeanor and kind ways, he made his patients comfortable while drawing their blood, answering phones, submitting insurance and processed test results.
Most recently, Tony began working at LinearChip, Inc., which is a family-owned business in the microelectronics field. He held a position as a layout designer where he created the mask patterns for microchips. He had become very proficient in his work and was a real talent.
Tony was known for his high intellect, quick wit and kind demeanor. He had a vast knowledge of many subjects and could converse about any topic. He had a love of the outdoors, especially the ocean and the mountains. He loved animals and insects alike.
Tony was able to master many things quickly. He was an excellent athlete who skied and swam very well. In addition, he played baseball, soccer and tennis over the years. He had excellent musical abilities and played the clarinet and piano.
An avid player of video games, Tony mastered and beat just about any game that he played.
Most importantly, Tony was an extremely gentle person who never had an unkind word to say about anyone. He showed us how to love and accept people unconditionally.
Tony is survived by his parents, Jill and Denise, brothers John and Joseph, sisters Christina and Mary and grandparents Jim and Jean Vanderheide.
Tony was a truly wonderful person who will be greatly missed every day!
Services will be held on Friday, December 2nd at 1pm at O’Connor Mortuary located at 25301 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills, CA 92653.
95 responses to Anthony James Cocco
Darlene Tako says:
November 29, 2011
Knowing that Tony is at perfect peace with our Lord, we will continue to pray for God’s comfort and the peace that passes all understanding for Tony’s family and friends. We are so sorry for your loss and your grief. God’s hand on you all.
The Tako Family – Joe, Darlene, and Evan
Darlene Tako says:
November 29, 2011
Lit a candle in memory of Anthony James Cocco
Denise Cocco says:
November 29, 2011
I miss Tony so much. He was such a wonderful person and we all loved him deeply. Tony had only good things to say about people and I learned a lot about unconditional love from him. Even though his life was short, he brought so many positive things to my life and to our entire family.
Denise Cocco
Denise Cocco says:
November 29, 2011
Lit a candle in memory of Anthony James Cocco
Diane Carter says:
November 29, 2011
God takes us when we’re ready. He must have something special planned for Tony. We’ll miss that quiet little person that Tony always was. We know that Tony is at peace and will always be watchful over the family he leaves behind. Our prayers and thought are with you..Jill, Denise, Tina, Joe, John and Mary. God bless you, May His strength be yours as we all prespare to say goodbye to Tony but still knowing that we will all one day be together again. We love you.
The Carter Family – Jim, Diane, Brooke and Brittney