Bob was born on August 29th, 1954 in Middletown CT to the late Pat and Elinor (Parizo) Mocci. He graduated from Southington High School and earned his bachelors degree at Central Connecticut State University. Bob spent the majority of his career as vice president and owner of Standard Builders in Newington, Connecticut.
On January 17, 1981 Bob married his best friend Mary Ann and spent 39 years of joy together. They raised three children, Jenna, Brian and Amy and became grandparents to Kaden in 2011. Bob was a devoted husband, and an incredible father. His impact on his family will carry them throughout their lives.
An avid golfer for most of his life, in retirement Bob pursued a new hobby, learning to dance. Spending half the year in South Carolina with his wife Mary Ann, Bob dedicated his time to mastering this new passion. Together, they took pride in coordinating events for their expanding group of new friends and helped their dance teachers with beginner classes. The place where Bob always danced became affectionately known as the “Bob Wall.” During the COVID-19 quarantine, Bob kept the dancing going, becoming the DJ for a small group of good friends while they danced outside. The last few years dancing with Mary Ann were some of the happiest of his life. Having pursued and achieved so many of his dreams, Bob is a great example of a life lived to its fullest.
Bob leaves behind his wife Mary Ann, his children Jenna, Brian, and Amy, his daughter-in-law Jess, and his grandson Kaden. He also leaves his sister Norrie Paradis of Southington, his brother, Michael Mocci and his wife Darlene Mocci of Plantsville, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Bob’s memorial will be held at Hawks Landing Country Club, located at 201 Pattonwood Drive, Southington, CT on Tuesday, July 28th from 5-8 PM. Those who knew him well would know that he would insist on casual dress.
Due to COVID-19 related concerns, occupancy during this memorial is limited. Out of respect for the establishment, we ask for guests to be mindful of their time and to avoid unnecessary congregation after paying their respects.
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