California announces his passing on March 27, 2021 at 1:39 am, at the age of 55. Originally
from Pleasantville, NY, he was born on November 10, 1965 ( a day after the New York City
blackout)
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 29 years, Theresa Villa; by his parents
Linda Davidson and Mark (Jake) Jacobson; by his brothers Timothy Capece (Kimberly), & Scott
Jacobson (Stephanie). Also, by his precious nieces & nephews who gave him such joy – Lily
Capece, Nina Jacobson, Eddie Jacobson, Joseph Jacobson, Bill Faught IV, and Theresa Villa
Faught. He will also be affectionately remembered by his in-laws Cathy Villa Faught, Demitria
Villa, Benjamin Steven & Sherrie Villa
Tom graduated from Chatsworth High School in 1983. He joined the U. S. Army just
after graduating high school and served two years in Germany. He began his career at the Los
Angeles DWP in 1989. He was still employed there at the time of his passing.
Rocco began his DWP career as a Warehouse and Toolroom Worker at Store 3 in 1989
and was later promoted to Storekeeper. He was working at Store 64 at the time of his passing.
As a soldier in the US Army, Rocco enjoyed the art of weaponry. He liked learning about
smithing knives and decorative swords, and made beautiful knife handles from wood, leather,
and paracord. Rocco could look at any broken machine or appliance around the house and
know how to fix it, relieving his family of the high cost of repairs.
Rocco also enjoyed skeet shooting and camping with friends and family at Leo Carrillo,
Thornhill Broome and Mount Piños. Grilling and smoking meat was a source of great joy for
him and fond memories for family and friends who were lucky to partake of his skills.
Rocco discovered a love for the boxer breed after meeting his fiance’s boxer, which she
had obtained from Boxer Rescue Los Angeles (BRLA). Later, he and his wife adopted four
boxers over the years as well as raising two from puppies. It was hard for him to imagine life
without a boxer and would make regular donations to BRLA.
SHARE OBITUARY
v.1.8.18