Basacco, Rocco “Rock”
December 24th, 2021
Peacefully on December 24, 2021, Rocco “Rock” Basacco passed away surrounded by his family. Loving husband to Lena Basacco (predeceased 2009). Dedicated father to David Basacco and his wife Jessica. Devoted son of Maria and the late Nicola Basacco. Brother to Nino Basacco, Linda (Vince) D’Andrea, and his twin, the late Syl Basacco. Uncle to Frank, Marisa, Nick, Patricia, Erin, Kayla, Angie, Thomas, Vicki, Clayton, Candice, and many great-nieces and great-nephews.
Rock had a passion for teaching and coaching, having spent 37 years as a high school teacher and 21 years as the Head Coach of the Western Men’s Soccer Team. Rock also developed a love for the restaurant world, following in his brother Syl’s footsteps, managing the family restaurants for many years.
Rock had a truly vibrant smile, a love for life, and a constant desire to make those around him happy. Through years of teaching, coaching, and managing the restaurants, he touched the lives of thousands.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 from 2:00-4:00 and 7:00-9:00 p.m. at Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, where the funeral service will be conducted on Thursday, December 30, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. Those wishing to attend the visitation or funeral will be required to register online and show proof of vaccination and photo ID on arrival.
To register for the visitation, please click here: Registration page for Rocco “Rock” Basacco’s visitation on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 from 2:00 – 4:00 and 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
To register for the funeral service, please click here: Registration page for Rocco “Rock” Basacco’s funeral on Thursday, December 30, 2021 at 11:00 a.m.
Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Rock are asked to consider the London Regional Cancer Program.
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Carolina Sinibaldi I’m so sorry for your loss , may Rocco Rest In Peace and may God help the family get through such of difficult time
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Basacco Rocco Rock December 24th 2021..
Death notice for the town of: London, Province: Ontario