Mario "Rocky" Graziano

Mario D. “Rocky” Graziano

Age 86, of Malvern, passed away Sat., June 18, 2022.  He was born Nov. 24, 1935 in Cleveland, a son of the late Carmine and Maria (Vendetta) Graziano, and had been a Malvern resident since 1997.  Rocky was retired from Ohio Bell after 35 years’ service, mostly as a trouble shooter.  He was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Malvern, and Sandy Valley American Legion Post #432.  Rocky honorably served in the U. S. Army. 

 In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sons, David and Daniel Graziano.  He is survived by his wife and partner of over 50 years, Judy A. Graziano, two daughters, Ann Linden and Diane Graziano, a son, Joseph (Debie) Graziano, two step-children, Debbie (John) Kocevar and James Burns, and lots of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Rocky was one of eleven children and is survived by one sister and two brothers, Mary Ann Ferguson, Carmen (Loretta) Graziano and Nicky (Pat) Graziano.

 Following cremation, a Memorial Service will be held Sat., July 9, 2022 at 11 a.m., in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Malvern with Fr. Vic Cinson as Celebrant.  Friends may call two hours before the Mass at the church from 9-11 a.m.  Interment will be in Sandy Valley Cemetery with Military Honors.  The Finefrock-Gordon Funeral Home in Magnolia is handling arrangements.

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