Anthony William Cocco Jr.

OAKLAND – Anthony William Cocco Jr., 76, passed away on Nov. 18, 2023.

Tony was born Dec. 21, 1946, in Everett, Mass. to parents Anthony Cocco Sr. and Carolyn (Treat) Cocco.

He was a 1964 graduate of Williams High School in Oakland, and a 1971 graduate of the University of Maine. Tony taught 5th grade and special needs classes at MSAD 47 until 1977.

After leaving teaching, Tony went into the restaurant and club management field. He taught disco lessons, managed The Courthouse at Champions Fitness Club, and was the premier maître d’ at Lombardo’s of Boston, just to name a few.

In 1968 Tony was the New England Coordinator for Robert Kennedy’s presidential campaign, an attainment he was incredibly proud of.

Tony’s accomplishments are by far, too many to mention. From sports, to theater, to politics, he excelled in each of them. His biggest achievement, however, is the legacy he leaves behind as a kind, thoughtful man. He will be missed by all who were lucky enough to have known him.

He was predeceased by both parents, stepmother, Helen Cocco, stepfather, Stacy Trask; and special brother-in-law, Marshall Roy.

Tony is survived by his daughter, Laura White and her family of Kennebunk; his siblings Linda Cocco Roy of Winslow, Cheryl Cocco Michaud and husband Jerry of Cincinnati, Ohio, Tina Trask Boag and husband David of Oakland, Valerie Trask Paul and husband John of Arizona and Timothy Trask of Oakland. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews, Matthew Roy and wife Denise of Winslow, Jess Cassese and husband Sabato of Portland, Marlo Lawrence and husband Kevin of Ohio, Kari Parson and husband Jeff of Tennessee, Kristie Harris of Tennessee, Bill McKinnon and wife Malin of Brunswick, Amanda Boag-Breton and husband Patrick of Oakland, and Andrew Cloutier of Oakland; and many great-nieces and nephews he loved dearly. Tony is also survived by his former wife, Helena Bonnell Gilman of Kennebunk.

A celebration of a life well lived will be held on Jan. 9, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. at The Pointe Afta in Winslow. A private graveside service will be held at a later date.

The family would like to thank Stan LaPointe, his family and The Pointe Afta for their generosity and kindness at this difficult time.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm St., Waterville. An online guestbook can be signed, condolences and memories shared at http://www.gallantfh.com.