Message from Betty E Fries

To the Family of Julio Crocco Jr., Lt. Shea VFW Auxiliary to VFW Post 201 of Waterbury, Ct. want you to know that your loved one is in our thoughts and prayers. We thank him for his service. Betty Fries, President

A candle was lit by Kathleen Fogarty on July 4, 2017 8:59 AM

Message from Kathleen Fogarty

Dawn & Family ~
Thinking of you and wishing you moments of peace & comfort.

Message from KIm Ruscz

Dawn,

So sorry to hear about Jay's passing. All my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Message from Diane Lebel

Dawn,
I'm so very sorry to hear about Jay passing. My prayers and condolences to you. and your family. May eternal rest upon his soul

A candle was lit by Diane Lebel on June 29, 2017 11:36 PM

Message from Dennis Strikulis

So sad to hear of Jay's passing. Out deepest condolences to his family, father, brother and sisters. Thank you for your service to our country Semper Fi

A candle was lit by Dennis and Martha Strikulis on June 29, 2017 10:07 PM

Message from Tony Gugliotti

Sorry for your loss. Jay was a great guy! We are going to miss him and his rock formations at Farmingbury Hills!

A candle was lit by Peggy Walsh on June 29, 2017 3:34 PM

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God has called another one too soon!!!!! The stars will shine brighter as he smiles down on all of us!!!
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

A candle was lit by Karen Bender on June 29, 2017 8:59 AM

A candle was lit by Nancy and Wayne Buckmiller on June 29, 2017 7:13 AM

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Dawn and Family, we are so very sorry to hear of the passing of Jay. That smile of his must of lite up the entire room. He's at peace. Let that bring you comfort. May he Rest In Peace. Sending extra hugs and prayers to the family

A candle was lit by Nancy and Wayne Buckmiller on June 29, 2017 7:06 AM

A candle was lit by Nancy Banno on June 28, 2017 11:59 PM

Message from Gerald F. Zollo

So sorry for your loss Thoughts and prayers with Jays family.

Message from Rose

Dawn,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss him stopping at the deli and always making us laugh. Rest in peace Jay!

Message from Jack and Carole Murphy

So sorry to hear about Jay's passing. He fought hard as only he would. no words will express our condolences. His infectious smile and his contagious laughter can never be duplicated . It has been an honor and a privilege to have known him. Rest in peace good buddy.

A candle was lit by George & Diane Carey on June 28, 2017 3:25 PM

A candle was lit by Harry & Barbara Platt on June 28, 2017 2:36 PM

Message from Donna Daniels

My deepest condolences to Dawn and the family...may Jay rest in peace...I will always remember this man with a smile on my face...God Bless everyine during this sad time...

A candle was lit by Donna Daniels on June 28, 2017 2:32 PM

Message from Lucienne and Chuck Marsella

Dear Dawn and family,

Our thoughts are with you at this sorrowful time. How fortunate we were to have known Jay and to have shared many laughs with him throughout the years. We will always remember his spirit, his laughter, and his many other traits. There was only 1 Jay, and he will be remembered fondly.

A candle was lit by Bob and Sue Browne on June 28, 2017 1:47 PM

A candle was lit by Bob and Sue Browne on June 28, 2017 1:46 PM

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Dawn , Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at the loss of Jay. He brought such joy to so many people's lives. I honestly can't ever remember Jay when he wasn't smiling. He was a wonderful person and will be sorely missed by those that knew him.

Bob and Sue

A candle was lit by Bob and Susan Browne on June 28, 2017 1:39 PM

Message from Gary & Bridget Wihbey

Dawn, we were saddened to hear of Jay's passing. We will never get 19 at cribbage without thinking of him. May he rest in peace !!

A candle was lit by Jim & Nancy Scully on June 28, 2017 10:54 AM

Message from Nancy & Jim Scully

Dear Dawn & Family, Jim & I are so very sorry. Jay was a great guy, & we have such fond memories of all the great times we shared. Our heartfelt condolences to you all. Love Jim & Nancy Scully.💞💞💞

Message from Diane Cardella

Dear Dawn and family, I am so sorry for your lost. Jay was a great guy and I was happy to have known him. My deepest sympathies. Diane

Message from Corky

Dawn, so very sorry to hear of the passing of Jay. He was always a gentleman on and off the course. He was fun to be around. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers. Unfortunately, I am out of the country and unable to attend his service. My warmest regards, Corky

Message from Louis Polzella

My condolences to you and members of your family on the passing of Jay. I will keep Jay in my prayers.

A candle was lit by Scott and Tammy Rossignol on June 27, 2017 9:29 PM

A candle was lit by Tom & Kladia Hellmann on June 27, 2017 8:18 PM

A candle was lit by Chris Santos on June 27, 2017 5:49 PM

Message from Brian G. Lance

I'm so sorry about Jay's passing. He always had a smile and was a pleasure to talk to.
I want to wish all his family and friends my condolences and my prayers are with all of you.

A candle was lit by Brian G. Lance on June 27, 2017 4:53 PM

A candle was lit by Roland Groleau on June 27, 2017 2:09 PM

Message from Roland Groleau

Julio was a former class mate liked by all. He will truly be missed by everyone that knew him. God Bless You Julio !!

Message from Kathleen Ring

I remember Jay well as a classmate, class of 1967. I think I can speak for our class, we will miss him at our 50th reunion this September and our heartfelt sympathy goes out to his family.

During high school, as a close friend of Jay's cousin, I loved stopping at Crocco's Bakery, late at night after our fencing lesson, to get hot fresh baked bread for free, it didn't get better than that.

Message from prisgalvin@hotmail.com

Dear Dawn and family

We were so sorry to hear of Jay's passing. He was a good soul and will be missed. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Love Pat and Priscilla Galvin

Message from Tom Franek

So sorry for your loss. Jay will be missed by everyone he touched. I will not forget all the good times we have had throughout the years. I have known Jay since I was 7 as he was best friends with the brother of one of my best friends, Eric and John. I bought my first Harley from Jay and will never sell that bike. Gonna miss you Jay.

A candle was lit by Kim & Bob Belval on June 27, 2017 7:47 AM

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So many great memories of Jay. That smile could brighten the grayest of days! So sorry to have lost him so soon though know that he will never be forgotten. He is there in the first rays of daylight when often Jay was the only one up and at 'em. He lives in your hearts and in the laughter of his many friends Hoping the memories shared with others will bring some comfort to you as you say, "So long! See you next round!"

Message from Kathryn Sullivan

Dear Dawn & family,
My deepest condolences goes out to you in the passing of such a marvelous human being. Jay was a sincere friend and will be sadly missed by many. I will pray for strength and peace for you during this difficult time.
With sympathy,
Kathy (Mazurek) Sullivan

Message from Bruce Nelson Jr.

My thoughts and prayers go out to Jay's family. I will miss him dearly. I could write forever about the many ways Jay made us laugh but we all have our stories. Jay was one of the very 1st people I met on the golf course when I was 12, back in 1980. He was honestly the one person who didn't treat me like just another wiseass kid screwing around on the golf course. He was always really good to me. It might have been because he knew my brothers and my mom but he always respected me. I developed a great fondness for Jay and never, ever remember us not laughing during any given situation or conversation we were having. It was tough to see Jay become ill but I feel very, very lucky that I got to play golf with him one more time, less than 2 months ago in a tournament. He actually played pretty darn good for a guy in his condition. He told me he would hit a shot here and there, depending on how he felt. Surprisingly, he hit practically every shot and even sank a birdie on the very last hole.
Jay, I'm gonna miss you a ton. I'll miss seeing you looking for balls, making new rock formations, joking with me, taking away my iron and telling me to hit driver. I'll miss you just being there.

A candle was lit by Mark & Annette Polzella on June 27, 2017 7:15 AM

A candle was lit by Mark & Annette Polzella on June 27, 2017 7:14 AM

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Dawn, words can never express the sadness we feel for your loss. Jay was a great person with an infectious smile. I know I will never forget him and all the times we spent together. May he RIP and rock the heavens with Daddy!! Our sincere and deepest condolences.. Mark, Netty & Family ❤️🙏🏻❤️❌⭕️💕⭕️

A candle was lit by Tom & Andrea on June 27, 2017 6:42 AM

Message from Frank Masi

Dawn
I am so sorry for your loss, Jay was a great guy my prayers are with you

Message from Tom & Klaudia Hellmann

Our sincere condolences. We are so sorry to hear of Jay's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Message from George Carey

Jay is a brother warrior who is on his Rendezvous With Destiny. Until we meet again.RIP brother. SEMPER FI

Message from Diane Hopkins Yarosis

Dawn - I am so very sorry to read of Jay's passing. I know he fought a courageous battle. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Diane

A candle was lit by Rich & Marcie on June 26, 2017 8:18 PM

A candle was lit by Tom & Astrid Halpin on June 26, 2017 8:14 PM

Message from Brett & Ellen Muccino

As with everything Jay did he gave 150% in his courageous battle the past few years. A lifelong friend that we will miss forever and carry in our hearts. Our sincere condolences to Dawn and all his family and friends. We were lucky to have "Julio" in our life and he was a wonderful godfather to Kelly. Memories will be with us forever. Rest in Peace my very good friend