Sister Antoinette Marie Cocco, R.S.M., dies at 89

Sister Antoinette Marie Cocco, R.S.M.

Posted April 9, 2018

Sister of Mercy Sister Antoinette Marie Cocco, the former Patricia Teresa Cocco, died March 25 at age 89.

The funeral Mass was celebrated March 28 in the Chapel at the Convent of Mercy, 515 Montgomery Avenue, Merion Station. Burial was in the community cemetery March 29.

In addition to her religious community, she was predeceased by her brother Anthony and is survived by nieces, nephews and many cousins.

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One Response

Bill says:

April 9, 2018 at 9:33 pm

I knew her when I was an EM at Fitz. She was also related to policeman Brad Fox. Rest in peace.

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