[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 61 (Monday, April 10, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E302]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      HONORING HECTOR JAVIER ROCCO

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                        HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 10, 2023

  Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, from the 24th District of the 
great state of Florida, I rise today to recognize and honor the life 
and legacy of Hector Javier Rocco and commending him for his devotion 
to the Nation and its ideals.
  Whereas, Hector Javier Rocco was born on December 3, 1959, where he 
was raised, the oldest of 4 children to Hector Rocco and Doris Avalos. 
He was the son of a school teacher and businesswoman; and husband to 
Ines Veronica Perea:
  Whereas, trained as a systems analyst and having worked in the 
Chilean fishing and mining industries for many years as a human 
resource manager; in 2001, Mr. Rocco and his family moved to Hollywood, 
Florida in the pursuit of the American Dream. There, as is common for 
many new immigrants to America, he worked a variety of jobs in the 
construction and furniture industry. He quickly gained skills and found 
a passion as a handyman. Realizing a life dream of becoming a business 
owner, Mr. Rocco and his wife opened a cleaning, remodeling, and repair 
company. For over twenty years, Mr. Rocco worked in Broward and Miami-
Dade counties where he renovated homes, businesses, and schools.
  Whereas, Mr. Rocco was grateful for America and the opportunities it 
provided for him and his family, and was known for his talent and 
dedication to his craft. Mr. Rocco raised children who grew up to be 
entrepreneurs, public servants, and community leaders: reveled in the 
successes and accomplishments of his children, and never missed an 
opportunity to express his love for them.
  Whereas, his humor, bright spirit, graciousness, kindness, and joie 
de vivre were an inspiration to those fortunate enough to know and work 
with him;
  Whereas, a committed brother, husband, father, grandfather and 
friend, Mr. Rocco was loved and respected both in the United States and 
around the world;
  Whereas, Mr. Rocco leaves to carry on his legacy his four children: 
Hector Javier Rocco Jr., Karina Stefania Rocco, Giovanni Paolo Rocco, 
Antonella Francesca Rocco, and five grandchildren; Walter Aaron 
Pescador, Sofia Victoria Rocco, Isabella Agatha Agudelo, Amelie Eleanor 
Agudelo, and Madolyn Olivia Rocco McNellis.
  Whereas, left to mourn him are a host of family members, dear 
cherished friends, and a beloved community who lost a strong, forward-
thinking leader and generous and knowledgeable individual;
  Now, therefore, be it resolved that I, Frederica S. Wilson, a member 
of the United States House of Representatives representing the 24th 
Congressional District of Florida, am honored to recognize the late 
Hector Javier Rocco for his exemplary career, contributions to his 
community, and devotion to his family and friends.

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