Obituary of John Trocki

John R. Trocki John R. Trocki, age 31, of Erie, died Thursday, August 13, 2009 at his residence. He was born on October 27, 1977, the son of Robert V. and Patricia L. Watson Trocki. John graduated from Cathedral Prep, received his Bachelor's degree from Gannon University, where he excelled on the Gannon basketball court, and received his Master's Degree from Edinboro University. He was employed at Gaudenzia Crossroads as a counselor. He attended Grace Church and enjoyed coaching and all sports. John is survived by his wife, Sandra "Sandy" Zircle Trocki, one daughter, Teghan, one sister, Pam Trocki, of Denton, TX, paternal grandmother, Frances Trocki, maternal grandmother, Jane Watson, both of Erie, and his aunts and uncles: Mike and Annie Watson, Tim and Laurie Watson, and Kathy Watson. He was preceded in death by his two grandfathers. Friends may call at the Dusckas-Martin Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 4216 Sterrettania Rd. on Saturday from 7 to 9 p.m., Sunday from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. and are invited to Grace Church, 7300 Grubb Rd. on Monday at 11:00 a.m. for the funeral service. Private interment. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Trocki Children's Fund in care of the funeral home. Enhance your memorial with a slideshow and video