Rockne “Rocky” Leo Zipprian Jr., 64, of Humble, Texas, passed away on November 1, 2026, after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. He was born on February 17, 1962, in Corpus Christi, Texas, to Rockne Leo Zipprian Sr. and Ollie Parks.
Rocky was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He met the love of his life, Sharon, in Humble, Texas, and the two were married on January 16, 1981. Together, they built a life centered around love, faith, family, and countless memories.
Throughout his life, Rocky worked as Road Maintenance at Harris County PCT4 and HCTRA for over 20 plus years. He was a member of New Life Church, where his faith in God remained an important part of his life.
Rocky had a love of fishing, four-wheelers, and anything that involved the outdoors. He was a huge sports fan and never missed an opportunity to cheer on his favorite teams, Texas Aggies and Houston Astros. He was also the best handyman, always willing to lend a helping hand and able to fix just about anything.
Above all, he loved his family. His family was his greatest joy, and being surrounded by the people he loved was what mattered most to him. Of all the titles he held in life, the title of Papaw was his absolute favorite. His grandchildren brought him immeasurable joy, and being their Papaw was something he cherished deeply. He will be remembered for his love of life, his faith, and the special place he held in the hearts of those who knew him.
Rocky was preceded in death by his father, Rockne Leo Zipprian Sr.; his grandparents, Delma and Opal Parks; his father-in-law, Larry Goss; and his brother, Mike Zipprian.
He is survived by his loving wife, Sharon Zipprian; his daughters, Shonna Burris and her husband, Kenneth, and Rachel Diaz and her husband, Edward; his mother, Ollie Goss; his mother-in-law, Bennie Goss; his brothers, Mason Peterson, John Williams, Charles Williams, and Ricky Zipprian; his sister, Teresa Tuma, and his beloved grandchildren, Kasey Colbert, Colton Colbert, Madison Colbert, and Logan Veronesi. He also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends who will cherish his memory.
Pallbearers: Rusty Zipprian, Tyler Peterson, Cole Peterson. Byron Blaine, Billy Bob Hornback, Vance Banik.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to New Life Church, Valor Hospice, his personal nurses, Fran, Tonya, Kimberly, Marisela, and Johanna, for their kindness, compassion, and care throughout his journey.
Rocky will be deeply missed, but his love, faith, and memories will live on through the family he loved so dearly.
