Obituary of Michael P. Cocco

Michael P. Cocco, age 77, beloved husband of Madelyn Prusaczyk Cocco of Bridgeport, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2015 at Connecticut Hospice in Branford. Born in Bridgeport on December 1, 1937, he was the son of the late Michael and Martha Ricci Cocco and was a lifelong resident of Bridgeport. Before his retirement, Michael was a graphic designer for over 40 years. He was loyal New York Yankees and Giants fan and a member of the Greater Bridgeport Athletic Association (Old Timers). He enjoyed working in his yard, gardening and growing tomatoes. Mike was a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather and will be missed by all who knew him. In addition to his wife Madelyn of 44 years, survivors include his two loving sons, Michael Cocco of Bridgeport and Anthony Cocco and his wife Catherine of Brookfield, a granddaughter, Alexis Cocco of Branford, a niece, Maryann Birch and a nephew, Fred Bellavance. He was predeceased by a sister, Palma Bellavance. A Memorial Service will take place on Thursday, March 26, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. in the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Road, Trumbull. Interment will be private. Friends may call on Thursday from 2:00 to 5:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Swim Across the Sound, St. Vincent's Medical Center Foundation, 2800 Main St. Bridgeport, CT 06606.