Michael S. DaRocha

Michael S. DaRocha of Stoneham, formerly of Somerville, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 28, 2023.  He was 52 years of age.

Born on December 7, 1970 in Malden, Michael is the loving son of Tito and Ann-Marie (Pacheco) DaRocha. Michael was a loyal, kind & warm son, grandson, brother, uncle, nephew, and friend.  He will be deeply missed.

Michael was a proud graduate of Somerville High School Class of 1988.  He was a member of the Somerville High School band and the Malden Diplomats.  After high school, Michael went on to study culinary arts and work in restaurant kitchens throughout the area.  He was also an avid Bruins and Nascar fan.  Michael loved his family, especially his neices and nephews.  He was an incredible friend who was always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need.

Michael was the dear brother of Jim DaRocha and his partner, Cathy Sullivan, Billy DaRocha and his partner, Sara Shea, and Eric DaRocha and his fiancé, Diana Flaherty.  The cherished grandson of Maria T. Pacheco and her late husband Robert and the late Tito DaRocha and his late wife Lucy.  Michael was the devoted uncle of Olivia, James, William and Grace DaRocha.  He is also lovingly survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Family and friends are cordially invited to gather and share memories with Michael’s Family on Tuesday, April 4^th from 4-7 pm in the Barile Family Funeral Home, 482 Main Street, Stoneham, MA.  Parking attendants and elevator are available.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations in Michael’s memory to the American Heart Association or American Stroke Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692.

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