Rocco “Rocky” Anthony Uccellini, 91, of Midland, passed away peacefully on December 31st, 2025. He was born in Midland on September 21st, 1934, a son of the late Carlo and Emma Uccellini. Rocco was the fourth of five children and was preceded in death by his siblings, John “Moose,” Chris, Rose, and Annie. He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife of 63 years, Dorothy. Their marriage was a true partnership, steady, loyal, and grounded in a lasting love that was evident to all who knew them.
He is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Carl and Rosa Uccellini of Coraopolis, and Andrew and Kim Uccellini of Bellevue, his grandchildren, Jacob Uccellini (Maddy LaPole), Isabella Uccellini, and Tessa Uccellini. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly.
He was a devoted son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and a proud American veteran who lived a life shaped by hard work, humility, and a genuine kindness that never wavered.
Rocco graduated from Midland High School in 1952 and was a lifelong parishioner of St. Blaise Catholic Church in Midland. He was also a lifelong member of the Midland St. Anthony Club. He built his life and raised his family on Tuscarawas Road in Ohioville, a home that became a steady and familiar place for friends, neighbors, and relatives, a home marked by warmth, good humor, and Rocco’s dependable presence. He honorably served his country in the United States Army, serving on active duty from 1957 to 1959. His service took him to Berlin during the height of post-war tensions, where he was stationed with the Sixth Infantry behind the iron curtain as part of the international occupying forces, a unique and defining time in his life. Rocco was a man with a big heart, a great sense of humor, and a natural gift for connecting with others. He loved children and devoted countless hours to volunteering as a Little League coach long before he had children of his own. His easygoing nature and genuine warmth endeared him to young athletes and parents alike. Win or lose, his teams always ended the day with post-game ice cream. His kind nature only deepened as he got older. He had a way of greeting everyone with a warm smile, a quick wave, or a friendly word, and those small gestures always seemed to stay with people. His gentle spirit and easygoing manner made him someone you were always glad to have in the room. He spent nearly 30 years at Crucible Steel, where he was known as a good coworker and a great friend. He ended his work career at the Beaver Valley Geriatric Center meeting a lot of great people and enjoying the work he did. Above all, he will be remembered for his integrity, compassion, and deep love for his family. His presence was gentle, reliable, and reassuring, a combination that made the world feel a little kinder for those lucky enough to know him.
Friends will be received on Monday, January 5th, from 3-6 p.m. in the Schwerha-Noll Funeral Home, 629 Midland Avenue, Midland, who was in charge of his arrangements. A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted on Tuesday, January 6th, at 12 noon at St. Blaise Catholic Church, 772 Ohio Avenue, Midland. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.
