James Michael Tocco

1952 - 2017

James Michael Tocco obituary, 1952-2017

BORN

1952

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Lakewood Funeral Home

900 Santa Fe Ave

Hughson, California

James Tocco Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 9, 2017.

James Michael Tocco Jan 16, 1952 - May 6, 2017 JAMES MICHAEL TOCCO Age 65 died peacefully in his sleep on May 6, 2017. Jim was preceded in death by his parents; Nick and Angie Tocco, and sister Susan Tocco. He is survived by his children; Nicholas and Natalie Tocco, and grandson Adrian Garcia. Jim attended Ceres High and went on to work for the family business Save Mart. Later, he earned a degree in Social Sciences from University of the Pacific in 2001.

Having a lifelong passion for golf, Jim voluntarily ran the driving range on Claratina and later owned a golf repair shop in Modesto.
He was a charitable man, and above all, loved spending time with his family. He will be greatly missed.
Service will be held May 20, 2017 at Riverside Chapel Lakewood Funeral Home. 900 Santa Fe Ave, Hughson, CA 95326
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May 8, 2022

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Deb and Gene

So we've been watching the Golden State Warriors, they are in the semi finals. I remember watching playoff games at your place in Riverbank while making all kinds of food, drinking great wines and enjoying your company! Heading to El Ranchito for dinner on this 2022 Mother's day. Sometimes I still think I'll see you walking into the bar, then you and Gene can fight over the tab. Still miss you, Tocco. You left us to early and now that my buddy Susan died suddenly, I kinda feel like I know how Randy felt losing you.
See you in heaven, hope you are staying out of trouble!

May 7, 2021

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Debra Carrillo

Jim, can't believe you've been gone 4 years already! Lucky you missed the Covid crazies, but wish we could see you at El Ranchito, or cook together and just hang out drinking some great red wine. We miss you still.
Deb and Gene

May 7, 2019

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Debbie Carrillo

Jim, missing you still on this anniversary that I wish had never happened!! Gene and I stil think you should be at El Ranchito when we walk in! There were so many more conversations that we needed or wanted to have, I'm still pissed that you are gone
Miss you mug, your passion, our interesting life conversations...checking out the females with you at different gatherings!!
Still have you in our heads. Truly miss you!

December 12, 2018

Shree Serna

November 17, 2018

Stephanie Burns

Jim. Sophisticated. Inspiring. Motivating. Intriguing. Kind. Disarming. Unforgettable. One of a kind...Family

November 23, 2017

Sara Alexander

This news saddens me. I was talking to my husband whose aunt is a Piccinini and I was telling him of Jim. We had some interesting talks while Jim was student teaching in my 3rd grade classroom. I ran into Jim later during Christmas shopping at the mall and a few years after that while working out at Gold's Gym. May you always fly with the angels! ❤

July 9, 2017

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Debbie Carrillo

Jim, we are missing you at El Ranchito! Gene's brother is visiting and we would have loved to have been able to introduce you to each other! Had a BBQ at Beth's tonight, you should have been there. I miss you and our talks so much, and your crazy passion about so many subjects....sniff! Still pull up the pic of you, Gene, Beth and me at El Ranchito for some hair of the dog therapy! I'm now mad at you for leaving us all so suddenly. Pthhhh, but love you!
Deb

May 20, 2017

Vicki Brown

Rest in Peace Jimmy, you and Susan will always be in my heart.

May 18, 2017

Ken Martin

Jimmy, keep hitting them long and straight. We had some of the greatest times playing together. I miss those days
RIP my friend.

May 17, 2017

I was shocked to hear the passing of Jim as I had seen him the week before working out at the gym. We had a great conversation and caught up on life. I worked with Jim in the early days of Save Mart. I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with your family.

- Kim Snodgrass - Modesto, CA

May 15, 2017

Sherri Ingwerson Thornburg

Nicholas and Natalie, I am so sorry for your loss. I have very happy memories of your dad and Aunt Susan. Sending prayers for strength through this difficult time.

May 15, 2017

Carol Fry

Jimmy I'm so sad and shocked that you are gone. We were so close as young cousins but then life and our own families became our first concern. I will always remember our great times at your house with our families ... Fun fun fun !Now it's time for all of us to leave this earth and gather again in heaven. I'm so sorry for your loss Nick and Natalie. Prayers and love to you both and your families.

May 15, 2017

Jan Kuykendall

Sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. My prayers for his family at this very difficult time.

May 15, 2017

Brian Blackmon

Sending thoughts and prayers to the family. I am sad to hear of his passing. I worked with Jim at Save Mart years ago and enjoyed being around him in later years on occasion. He was a good man, funny and a pleasure to be around.

May 14, 2017

Mike Manning

Jim, thank you for welcoming me into your family. Your passion for bringing people together and the kindness you've shown to so many will never be forgotten. You were truly a light in this world, and those that knew you were better for it. Cheers to the memories. Until we meet again.

May 14, 2017

Robin McDaniel

Jimmy was always a great friend to have at Ceres High School. We had so many fun times, especially in band when we'd do silly things behind Bert's back! It was great to visit with Jimmy at the last couple of high school reunions. I am happy that he had given his life to Christ years back, and will be looking forward to seeing him again when it's my turn to leave this earth.
May God comfort his family as they adjust to the loss of their loved one...such a wonderful and lovable individual.

May 14, 2017

Nic and Natalie,
I am so sorry for your loss.
Love to you and yours,
Lynn Spidell

May 13, 2017

We send our thoughts and prayers to the family. My husband and I enjoyed spending time and being around Jim at Del Rio CC. Jennifer and Charles Doll

May 13, 2017

Lakewood Funeral Home

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

May 12, 2017

Debbie Wood

Dear Nick and Natalie, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. I cannot imagine the pain in losing your dad. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Debbie Wood
Your 3rd grade teacher❤✝

May 11, 2017

Dear Nick, Natalie and to the Tocco family, my prayers and thoughts are with your family at this most difficult time. Jim was a good friend, I will miss his presence and our conversations about golf and life.
Manny Flores (Modesto)

May 11, 2017

Debbie and Gene Carrillo

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May 11, 2017

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Randy and Ellen Chaffin

Dear Nick,Natalie,David and Adrian, Our hearts hurt for you. Jim was a wonderful and dear friend. We have many great memories that are so difficult to think about now, but will sustain us in the future. He was SO proud of you and loved you dearly (so excited about Adrian ). We love you Jim and miss you so. Affectionately, Randy and Ellen

May 11, 2017

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Randy and Ellen Chaffin

May 11, 2017

Debbie and Gene Carrillo

Jim, we are already missing you! You had such passion and you were always so animated and entertaining and generous! You and Gene always fighting over who picks up the tab at El Ranchito (Our "Cheers" place) miss you, dude!

May 10, 2017

Barbara Pelucca McCleskey

My prayers and thoughts are with you Nicholas, Natalie, David, Andrian and family. I was fortunate to have reconnected with Jimmy in December after 40 years. We had a great time in sharing our stories of what had transpired over those forty years. During this time he shared so many stories about his children and his time spent with Adrian. His love for all of you will continue. I will always have fond memories of him.

May 10, 2017

Janet Ohanis

I'm heartbroken and will forever love and miss you. Janet Ohanis

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