Josephine T. Larocca, 96, of Springfield, died at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, January 22, 2006 at her home. Josephine was born on December 18, 1909 in Springfield, the daughter of Joseph and Josephine Giganti LaRocca. She was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church and a lifelong resident of Springfield. She had been employed by the International Shoe Factory and then Sangamo Electric for twenty-two years, retiring in 1972. She was preceded in death by two sisters: Genevieve Segretto and Marie G. LaRocca and two brothers: Carl and Dominic LaRocca. She is survived by three sisters: Rose Marie Scheive of Springfield, Clara M. Kuznik of Barrington, Frances Relzda of Springfield; one brother: James David (wife, Betty) LaRocca of Springfield and many nieces, nephews; great nieces and great nephews. Funeral Mass was held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, January 27, 2006 at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 245 N. Amos, Springfield with Rev. Robert J. Jallas, celebrant. Burial followed in Calvary Cemetery. The family of Josephine T. Larocca is being served by Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St. Springfield. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John’s Hospice, 800 E. Carpenter, Springfield, IL 62702
