Rocco L. Sciore Jr.

Rocco L. Sciore, Jr., 62, of Belle Vernon, Washington Twp., passed away peacefully surrounded by his wife and children Saturday, May 8, 2021 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh.  Born July 8, 1958 in N. Charleroi, PA he was the son of the late Rocco L. Sciore Sr. and Catherine P. Tomalski Sciore.  A lifelong resident of Belle Vernon Rocco was Christian by faith, was an EMT with the former CAS Ambulance service and later completed his education at Westmoreland Community College graduating as a Registered Nurse, working at Mon Valley Hospital, Westmoreland Hospital and at Washington Communities human Services Inc. where he retired.  He loved being a nurse and helping his patients.  Rocco loved classic Rock n Roll, especially Bob Segar whom he would listen to for hours.  Rocco was also a radio host for years at WPQR in Uniontown, was a professional DJ and owner of RLS Productions, worked in construction and was the previous owner of “Rocky’s” in lower Belle Vernon.  He was also an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan and a history buff.  Rocco was like a living history book and could tell you anything you needed to know.

His wife, children and pet dog Boomer were his world and he would do anything to make them happy.  He had a heart that cared completely and a smile and laugh that lit up the room.  He is survived by the love of his life Rhonda Federer Sciore to whom he was married 13 years; 3 children Rocco L. Sciore III, Amanda Sciore, Charlie Sciore; pet dog Boomer and two siblings.

Visitation will be held Tuesday from 2-6 pm at the Parzynski Funeral Home & Cremations LLC, Family Owned and Operated, 626 Broad Avenue, Belle Vernon 724-929-6183 followed by Funeral services at 6:00 PM with the Pastor Randy Landman who married the couple 13 years ago of the First United Methodist Church, West Newton officiating.

Interment will take place at a later date in Belle Vernon Cemetery.  In accordance with state mandates masks MUST be worn and social distancing must be maintained.